Viking Striders Fun Run

The Francis Creek Lion's Club is holding the annual "Trek The Creek Scott Bohman Memorial Family Run/Walk" on September 12, 2026. We are proud to host this event in honor of the race founder, Scott Bohman. The event will be held at Pla-Mor park in Francis Creek, WI and will prominently feature the Devil's River State Recreational Trail. The run/walk is USATF certified and is chip timed! Proceeds go to benefit the Francis Creek First Responders, Francis Creek Fire Department, Pink Heals, OH Schultz Elementary Backpack program< Francis Creek Lions Club and diabetes and eyesight awareness.

Family

"Trek the Creek was Scott Bohman’s way of showing his passion of running and giving back to the community. Many years he spent planning and taking action to make sure that this race took place as an annual event. My dad, Scott, had recently passed from brain cancer in late 2018 and I know he would have loved for this race to continue on. With help from the Lions Club, we are making this happen by bringing Trek the Creek and Crick Crossing together into one event. This will keep his legacy alive and show how much he had impacted our lives and everyone else around him as well as continuing to give back to the community. I hope to see you there! Love you dad, keep giving 110%. "

~Taylor Bohman

Virtual Option

This year’s race includes a virtual option. This gives you the option to complete the event at a time and place of your choosing (you do not have to be at the park on September 12). You can submit your times to [email protected] anytime from today’s date until September 13, 2025, at 5pm CT. Please note, if you select the virtual option, you will not be eligible for medals, but a race packet including t-shirt will be shipped to you.

The annual Raider Nation Triathlon - Aquabike - 5K run - 2 mile run/walk event is set for Sunday, September 21, 2025. You can do it solo or as a team! New this year...Aquabike (swim/bike) event! For solo participants there is a full and short sprint triathlon & Aquabike race option open to those ages 9 and up. Relay options for the full and short sprint races as well. Don't forget the Kid's Triathlon for those ages 6-13 & a 100 yard Raider Dash for those 7 and under!! The swim portion will take place in the Kiel HS swimming pool and is organized based on swim times provided during registration. Full distance solo & relay racers will start the event followed by the short distance races. The event will wrap up with the Kid's Triathlon & Raider Dash! Kids may use a kick board or pool noodle and we will offer in water assist as needed for their race. Parents may ride and run with their kids. Check out the race website at kieltriathlon.weebly.com for specific race details, course maps,

printable race entry form (accepted through race day) and race tips. Packet pick up available 3-5:00 pm Saturday 9/20 at Kiel Pool @ 210 Raider Heights and again race morning 6:45-7:35 am for the sprint solo & relay races. Registration & packet pick up for the kid's race and 100 yard dash will continue until 9:45 am with pre-race meeting at 10 a.m. T-shirts are guaranteed with registration by 9/14/2025. Concessions onsite & located at concessions stand by the finish line. All proceeds will be donated to the Kiel High School Booster Club, a non-profit organization that supports the co-curricular activities at the school.

Raider Nation 5K Run / 2 Mile Run - Walk

Sunday, September 21, 2025 @ 8:35 a.m.

@ Kiel High School (KHS), Kiel, Wisconsin 53042

*On-line registration encouraged & available on this site and at: kieltriathlon.weebly.com through 9/19/2025.

*Printed & completed paper registration forms may be mailed.

*All participants must have a signed waiver form to participate.

Race Course & Parking:

5K Race: Start on Raider Heights South of Kiel High School heading west to Park Avenue. Continue West on Park Ave to Meggers Road. There will be a U-Turn at Fish and Game Road. Turn left into the soccer complex and follow the marked course until you reach the athletic complex, entering near the scoreboard and running a lap on the track where you will finish at the grandstand.

2 Mile Run / Walk: Follow behind 5K runners, however when heading North on Meggers Road, turn right into the soccer complex and follow the marked course (same as 5K and triathlon racers) to enter the athletic complex near the score board and finish on the track at the grandstand. Walkers stay to the right on the trail if met by a runner.

Parking is available in the KHS North lot. Parking will not be permitted on Raider Heights or along the south side of the school (1st Street to 4th Street) as this is part of the triathlon race course.

Awards: 5K and 2 mile run overall individual male/female winners & top male/female finishers in age divisions: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Awards ceremony will occur after the completion of all races at the football field pending weather.

Race Shirts: Race t-shirts guaranteed with entry by September 14, 2025.

Fees: 5K $25.00 / 2 mile run $25.00 / 2 mile walk $25.00. T-shirt guaranteed if registered by 9/14/2025.

Make checks payable to KIEL BOOSTER CLUB. No refunds are given & registration is non-transferable. Mail registration & waiver form, along with your check to: ATTN: RAIDER NATION TRIATHLON / P.O. BOX 144 / Kiel, WI 53042

Plans for inclement weather:

1. Delay start of the race up to 75 minutes. 2. Modify the course. 3. Cancel the race (there are no refunds for a race canceled due to weather).

All participants must complete the registration (online or paper) and waiver forms.

For more race information, e-mail [email protected]

Registration Information

Early Bird (through Oct. 31)

Adults: $27

Youth (under 18): $15

Dog: $5

Regular (Nov. 1 - Nov. 22)

Adults: $35

Youth (under 18): $15

Dog: $5

Race Week (Nov. 23 - Nov. 26)

Adults: $40

Youth (under 18): $15

Dog: $5

Have a question? Visit our Contact Us page for more information.

*Race week registrations are not guaranteed their preferred shirt size.

Interested in Volunteering?!

We have volunteer roles available in the afternoon on Wednesday, Nov. 25, and Thanksgiving morning.

BONUS!

All volunteers receive a FREE Festival Foods Turkey Trot shirt.

🎄 Get Your Jingle On at the Sleigh Bell Run/Walk! 🎅 Run/Walk start time 10 AM.

Lace up your sneakers, grab your favorite holiday sweater, and join the over 600 festive participants at the fun Sleigh Bell Run/Walk in Kiel Wisconsin! Choose between a merry 2-mile walk, or challenge yourself with a 2 or 5-mile run — both chip-timed for that extra bit of holiday competition.

This family-friendly, feel-good event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. It's a great way to kick off the season, get moving, and spread some cheer — all while supporting the Kiel High Booster Club. 🎁✨Whether you're dashing through the snow or strolling with hot cocoa in hand, come jingle all the way with us!

Price increases 11/11/25 and 11/25/25. Race shirts guaranteed with registration before 11/25/25. Limited number of shirts will be available for late registrations. Size & availability not guaranteed. Sign up early!

Race Day Registration & Shirt Pick-Up: TWO OPTIONS!

Location: Kiel Middle School Gym. Friday Evening: 6:30 - 8:00 pm - or - Saturday Morning: 8:00 - 9:45 am (paper registration form will be available)

Kids:

You may see Santa & Mrs. Claus!

Immediately following the walk/run and hosted by SANTA himself!! - all children are invited to participate in the Riesterer Reindeer Games! 100 Yard Dash and/or 1/4 Mile Run! Every child who joins in will receive a ribbon and a holiday treat bag. They are free of charge, no registration is necessary, however, if your child would want an official Sleigh Bell Run/Walk T-shirt, please register & pay early.

Volunteers are always welcome! Please see the Volunteer tab for options.

Dogs may accompany walkers only, but no dogs are allowed on the 5 mile course. Dogs are not allowed in the school building. All dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash and should be comfortable in large groups.