Swan Lake Grit-N-Gravel Triathlon

Pelican River Pheasants Forever -- Hustle For Habitat

Join us for the 3rd Annual Hustle For Habitat event that includes the Rooster Run 5K and 1 Mile Strut on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Location: Dunvilla Trap Range, 21863 Highway 34 (MN-34), Pelican Rapids, 56572

Directions: From Lakeland General Store (22438 Old 59 Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572), turn west on Highway 34. Turn right into the trap range.

The Pelican River chapter of Pheasants Forever had a blast hosting the Hustle For Habitat event in 2024 and 2025, and we are excited to host it again in 2026! The event includes two races: Rooster Run 5K and 1 Mile Strut. Pheasants Forever is known as the "The Habitat Organization" and each chapter decides how all funds raised will be used to support local habitat. The Pelican River chapter will donate the proceeds from this event to local habitat conservation projects, including the Conservation Education program which was developed to grow an informed public that appreciates and supports wildlife habitat conservation and the benefits it provides to clean water, clean air, soil protection and a healthy environment to live in.

If you ran with us in 2025 ... please note these important changes for 2026: The route now pops up to the gravel road right after the water stop, the route will have more directional signage (especially coming out of the field), and we have already reserved more porta potties! We will also have more copies of the map and schedule at registration to make sure every runner knows when and where things are happening. Note that due to the farm habitat, this is more of a "trail run" than a "road run".

If you ran with us in 2024 and 2025 ... thank you for supporting the Hustle For Habitat! The 2026 event is coming back even better than before! We hope you join us again!

For more information, visit the Pelican River Chapter Pheasants Forever Facebook event.

The YMCA of the Northern Sky Hoot Lake Triathlon!

The Vision:

The vision and goals of the 30th Annual Hoot Lake Triathlon are:

• Provide a great event for all tri-athletes

• Promote and enhance the sport of triathlons

• Support the LIVESTRONG program NEW to our Fergus Falls Branch

Event proceeds will support the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program in Fergus Falls, MN. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a 12-week physical activity program designed to help adult cancer survivors regain strength through exercise and connect with other survivors.

Date and Times: Sunday, July 26th, 2026

Packet Pickup will be available on the 25th at the YMCA in Fergus Falls, as well as before the race.

The pre-Race meeting will be held at 7:30 AM sharp.

Cost:

Early registration--March 2nd- March 31th: | $80 Individual | $130 Relay Team

Regular registration-- April 1st - July 5th: | $90 Individual | $150 Relay Team

Late Registration-- July 5th - July 25th: | $100 Individual | $170 Relay Team {** Reminder that late registrants will NOT have a race shirt}

**You must be registered by July 5th to receive a race t-shirt.

Course and Location:

Hoot Lake Public Access, 1 Mile NE of Fergus Falls on County Highway 1, Fergus Falls, MN

Swim: 1/4 mile open water swim in Hoot Lake

Bike: 15.7 miles, all right-hand turns, limited traffic control. All cyclists must observe Minnesota traffic laws. Certified hard-shelled bike helmets are required. Drafting is prohibited.

Run: 3.3 miles

Event Schedule:

6 AM- 7:15 AM: Check-in and packet pick-up at Hoot Lake Public Access. All participants must be marked and attend the pre-race meeting at 7:30 AM. Vehicle access to the event space will close at 7:15.

8 AM: Race Start

AWARDS: Following the last finisher. Results will be posted on www.ymcanorthernsky.org/events/hoot-lake-triathlon and www.pickleevents.com.

Race Requirements:

All participants will be marked with race numbers. Swimmers must wear swim caps (Provided by the YMCA). Wet suits are allowed. Bikers must wear ANSI-approved helmets. (There is no drafting on the bike course. ) Lifejackets are allowed.

Awards:

We will provide awards for the overall top three finishers for Men, Women, Men's Relay, Women's Relay and Coed Relay. We will also recognize the overall top finisher in the following divisions:

• Ages 16 - 20

• Ages 21-30

• Ages 31-40

• Ages 41-50

• Ages 51-60

• Ages 61-70

• Ages 71 and over

• And MORE!!

Join us for the Looney Days 5K—a scenic lakes area run starting and finishing at the beautiful Vergas City Beach!

This fun and unique course takes you along a paved trail before leading you across the iconic floating bridge. From there, you'll head onto Tin Can Alley, a grassy path with natural terrain—watch your footing and enjoy the adventure!

You’ll then circle back over the floating boardwalk and continue along the picturesque shoreline of Long Lake. The final stretch is paved, with friendly volunteers stationed along the route to guide you and cheer you on as you make your way to a strong beachside finish.

Whether you're racing for a PR or just soaking in the views, this is a 5K you won't want to miss! 🏃‍♀️🌊