AV-W Color Run 2026

This event is born from years of competing in meets across the country and inspired by the strong tradition of distance-focused track events right here in Wisconsin. Our goal is simple (and slightly obsessive): to create a meet centered around the mile.

Athletes of all ages and abilities are welcome, from K–12 runners to collegiates, pros, and masters. Events will range from a fun 400 meters for our youngest competitors to the featured one-mile race, covering just over four laps around Hatchet Field on a recently renovated track surface inside a completely updated stadium. Yes, it’s technically more than four laps. No, we didn’t do the math wrong. Welcome to track.

While the competition is expected to be intense, the atmosphere will stay fun and relaxed. Expect fast races, loud cheers, questionable pacing decisions, and that unique mix of pain and joy only distance runners truly understand. The vibe will stay light, positive, and welcoming for athletes, spectators, and anyone who wandered in and asked, “Wait… you only run one mile?”

Supporting Hatchet Distance Running

In addition to great racing, the Hatchet Mid-Summer Mile serves a bigger purpose. Proceeds from the event directly support the distance runners of the Hatchet cross country and track programs. Funds raised will help provide new uniforms and warmups (because mismatched gear is not rizz worthy), upgraded training and racing equipment, and resources to host higher-quality home meets. That means flags that are actually yellow, course markings that are straight (and not suspiciously crooked), and equipment that makes it look like we knew what we were doing when we set everything up.

In other words, the opportunity for growth is endless, and we just want to give our student-athletes the best experience possible while also providing competition for the athletes of all kinds especially from right here in the Northwoods.

A lot more information is coming soon, including the event schedule, sponsors, registration details, shirts, awards, and maybe food trucks or other vendors to reward you after you’ve earned it. For now, be sure to mark your calendars:

Registration opens: April 18, 2026

Race day: July 11, 2026

Fast miles, good vibes, and minimal lactic acid build up. We’ll see you at Hatchet Field this summer!

The Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Community Support Committee’s Third Annual 5K-ish Run/Walk will be on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

This year's charity, Crandon Area Rescue, is a non-profit squad that serves approximately 435 square miles, including Argonne, Crandon, Hiles, Lincoln, Nashville townships, and the City of Crandon. With four ambulances and around 20 active responders, they provide essential emergency care when needed.

There is no registration fee, however a suggested donation amount of $35 requested per racer. If you would prefer to donate a different amount, you are welcome to do so.

Over the past three years, this event has raised over $10,500 in direct donations from the race! In addition, we know that community and individual contributions inspired by this event have addedmore than $5,000 in extra donations to Crandon Area Rescue. That’s a huge impact!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us this year—and to those who couldn’t attend but still donated to this great cause.

This year’s event featured over 90 racers and 18 volunteers who helped with planning and operations. We also had eight generous sponsors who contributed funds, products, and services. Their support makes this event possible every year. Our sponsors included:

Forest County Potawatomi

Schaefers IGA

Living Local Realty, LLC

Tamarack Outfitters

Water’s Edge Lodge

Whisky Nicks

Creative Embroidery

Knottlane.com

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We are fortunate to have this squad providing service. Thank you for your support!

SUNDAY, SEPT 6, 2026

The marathon course will be run on the Bearskin trail as an out and back course starting downtown Minocqua and finishing on the trestle in Minocqua.

Registration and packet pickup in person until Saturday, SEPT 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm and Sunday, Sept 6, from 5:00 am to 7:45 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.

Early start at 6:00 am by special arrangement; please check the box on the registration form if you wish to start early. This is intended only for those that need more time. No early starters are eligible for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall awards. We also offer a "super early" start time at 5:00 am by special arrangement only. Bring a headlamp as it is dark on the trail through the woods!

Special thanks to our Event Sponsors:

Start and Finish downtown Minocqua.

The Minocqua No Frills Marathon™ & Half- Marathon keeps it simple and affordable because, at this marathon, it’s all about the race. The race accommodates those who aspire to run their first marathon, as well as veteran runners trying to better their times or qualify for the Boston Marathon (certification # WI22019DM).

Blue Raven's beneficiary partner this year will be the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC)

Race Times

Early Marathon start at 6:00 am by special arrangement; please check the box below

Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am

Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 am

5K 8:00 am

Registration and Packet Pick-up

Register and Packet Pickup at the American Legion, Minocqua, WI 54548

Saturday, SEPT 5: 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Sunday, SEPT 6: 6:00 - 7:45 AM

The Lakeland Rotary's Annual Rump Roast Run in beautiful, Minocqua WI goes back to our roots so to speak...both the 5k and 10k courses will begin again in downtown Minocqua and finish at the trestle at the entrance to the Bearskin State Trail. . The course hugs the shore of beautiful Lake Minocqua and both courses give way to wooded lanes that lead eventually to the Bearskin Trail. A children's 1-mile race rounds out the events and an awards ceremony caps off the morning with cow bells for the winners and a large beef roast(s) for the top male and female finishers in each race.

AFTER THE RACE, stay and enjoy Beef-A-Rama one of Wisconsin's wackier food festivals, including merchants roasting beef, beer gardens, and live bands. TAKE YOUR BIB to the Rotary Beer Garden and receive a FREE beverage after the race. Must be 21 or older to redeem for an alcoholic beverage.

IN PERSON REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Friday from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and Saturday form 6:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. at the American Legion, 121 Front Street, directly across the street from the Minocqua Post Office.

Calf Mile: $15. This is a 1 Mile race for ages 10 and under. Starting line is at the Bearskin Trail Head on the Island. Look for the cow. Warm up and instruction at 8:15 a.m. Race Start at 8:30 a.m.

5K Run: This is just over 5K run/walk. Starting line is on Hwy 51 at the stop lights and Veterans Park on the Island. The course runs North on 51 along the Minocqua lakeshore, continuing down Lakeview Dr to a Left onto Old Hwy 70 Rd to a Left on Dr. Pink Dr to a Left onto the Bearskin Trail across the trestle over Lake Minocqua to the finish. Warm up is at 8:45 a.m. Start is at 9:00 a.m. Student Rates for 19 & Under

10K Run:. This is a 10K run that takes off with and follows the 5K course until you get to the Bearskin Trail. 10K runners turn right onto the Bearskin Trail to run the trail through the scenic wetlands and woods between Lake Minocqua and Lake Kawaguesaga to Baker Lake Rd where they turn around and return down the trail across the trestle to the finish. Warm up is at 8:45 a.m. Start is at 9:00 a.m. Student rates for 19 & Under.

Awards Ceremony: Will take place starting at 10:00 a.m. 1st place overall male and female in each race will receive a beef roast. Top 3 male and female in each category will receive a gold, silver, or copper cow bell:

Age Groups:

5K/10K

• Overall

• Under 14

• 14-19

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70-79

• 80 and older

Calf Run

• Overall

• 9-10

• 7-8

• 5-6

• Under 5

We're sorry, but we are unable to hold your award for pick up or delivery after the awards ceremony.

Saturday, September 26th @ CAVOC

Proceeds Benefit: Northwoods Veterans Homestead

Sponsored by: RHS FBLA/DECA

Price (includes shirt):

Adults 16+ $30

Youth 15 under $25

Schedule

9:00 Registration/check in

10:00 Opening Ceremony

10:15 5K Run/Walk starts

11:45 Awards Ceremony

Race Categories

Youth 15 under

Adult 16+

Senior 60+

Awards Categories

Top 3 youth female

Top 3 youth male

Top 3 adult female

Top 3 adult male

Top 3 seniors