2027 Heartland Series - Day 6 (WI)

The RUD Run (Run Until Done) is a very unique experience for runners! We welcome runners of all ability and experience level. We believe this event allows the opportunity for runners to experience our trails, a variety of the unique features, and to push themselves in a unique format. The run begins at 9:00 a.m. and each runner (either individual or one runner for each team) will have up to ONE HOUR to complete their 4.15 mile loop.

The Hixon 50 is a scenic trail running weekend held in Hixon Forest near La Crosse, Wisconsin, offering a range of distances for all levels—from a fun beginner-friendly 5K and 10K to a challenging 25K and the premier 50K ultra, which takes runners over rugged singletrack, rolling bluffs, and breathtaking Mississippi River Valley views with multiple aid stations and plenty of elevation to test your trail skills.

This is a family-oriented event for all ages and the course is mostly flat with one small incline near the finish line. There is a 5K course for runners/walkers and a 1 Mile course for both runners and walkers. Each race starts and ends at St. Patrick School and each event will be timed. Trophies will be awarded to the first-place finishers for the male and female runners in each race. Medals will be awarded to first-, second-, and third-place finishers in each age category for both male and female participants. The event is set to begin at 8 am on October 4, 2025. All funds raised will go towards the building fund for St. Patrick Grade School.

Packet Pickup

Race packet

The race packet will include your t-shirt, bib number (if you registered to run) and a few other items. Your registration form will be stapled to your packet.

Before race day

Thursday and Friday (Oct. 2-3) the race packets will be available for pick up at the St. Patrick School office (entrance C) between the hours of 8 am and 3:30 pm. The packets will be located on the tables outside the school office. The school address is 127 11th Ave North.

On race day

The pre-registered table will be open from 7:00 am to 7:50 am on Saturday for packet pickup. The pre-registered table will be located in the school lower parking lot (on 11th Ave) outside of the St. Patrick School Parish Center/Gymnasium. If it is raining, enter the Gymnasium.

Race Info

Register online or return the flyer to the St. Patrick School office or Parish Office. Register by September 15th for a guaranteed t-shirt!

Start time

Runners and Walkers will start at 8:00 am.