MUSKIE 5K FUN RUN
On-site registration will be available on Friday, July 17th from 5pm to 8pm and on Saturday, July 18th from 7:30am to 8:30am at the Muskie. Packet pick-up will take place at Muskie Park Pavilion during those same times. Increased fee for race day registration.
The Muskie 5k Fun Run is a fundraiser for the Nevis School Track and Cross Country Teams. The event is hosted by the Nevis Civic & Commerce Association and held in conjunction with the annual Nevis Muskie Days Festival.
The event is run on the flat, paved Heartland Trail. Chip timing will be utilized and awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each age and gender category.
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.
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! 🏃♀️🌊
Online Registration closes at 8:00 p.m. on Friday July 31st. You can still register on race day starting at 6:00 a.m. online and at the Start Line
All proceeds go to support the Bemidji High School and Middle School Track and Cross Country teams.
5K Race Saturday August 1st @8:00 am Start Behind Mayflower Building by Paul's Muscle Mecca and Finish by Paul and Babe
Registration and Bib Pick Up at 7:00am on race day; Race Starts 8:00am Cost: $30 for Pre Registration, $35 on Race Day
Awards: Medals will be given to all 5K runners.
FREE 1/2K Kids Run: Saturday August 1st, 2026 at about 9:00 am. No Registration required. Just show up and race. Start and Finish Near Paul and Babe.
The 23rd Annual Northwoods Triathlon is sponsored by the Nevis Civic and Commerce Assoc. The Civic and Commerce will use the proceeds from this event within the surrounding community to support the health and wellness of its residents.