Registration closes: Wed, Aug 20 @ 11:59PM CT

Date,Time & Location

August 23rd, 2025
Solo & Relay: 8:00am Start
Fun Run: 8:15am Start

Blackhawk Ski Club
Middleton, WI 53562

Run the Hawk

Join us at the historic Blackhawk Ski Club and test your endurance on this scenic ski hill. The goal of the 3, 6 and 12 hour challenge is to complete as many laps as you can around the 2.25 mile course in the designated time. We have a variety of features along the course including majestic 50 foot pines, a natural spring pool with rope swing (yes it gets used) the chance to run under the iconic 60 meter ski jump, and of course the epic climb up Leaonards Way. This course packs a punch with 345ft of elevation gain per lap....Welcome to the DRIFTLESS!!!

Want to amp up the fun? Join the Team relay with a team of 2-4 runners, set up basecamp and enjoy the day running and bonding with friends. You decide the rotation, frequency and number of people. The only rule is every team member must run at least one lap. **Princing listed is per person**

New to trail running or not quite ready for a multi-hour trail run? Then the Fun Run is for you. The 1.7 mile course hits all the highlights of the ski hill but with only one of the hill climbs. This event is all about getting back to the roots of trail running, being with people and enjoying playing in the dirt.

What You Get:

  • Custom Soft-Blend Race Shirt
  • Unique Finisher Award
  • Post Race Food, Treats & Fun
  • Live Music

    Packet Pickup

    Early Packet Pick-Up: 8/22/2025
    Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm
    Location: Black Hawk Ski Club West Chalet

    Day of Packet Pick-Up: 8/23/2025
    Time: 6:30am-7:45am
    Location: Black Hawk Ski Club-Biathlon Range

    Course

    3/6/12 Hour Course
    The course is a 2.25 mile looped course with ~345 ft of total ascent per loop. There is a nice mix of grass paths, dirt single track and access paths. There is one major climb of ~150 feet with a 20% grade and several section with a more gentle climb. There are still plenty of flat spots to let it loose.

    Fun Run Course
    The 1.7 mile course is a nice mix of grass paths and single tracks with a total elevation of 225feet.There is one climb up the hill at the start but its all flat or down hill from there. You will experience the same great features as the long course without the second hill climb.

    Crew & Support

    Aid Station

    • There will be one aid station at the checkpoint area of each loop consisting of sweet and salty items, fruit and plenty of hydration.
    • This is a CUPLESS event so please have your own hydration vessel.
    • There will be a drop bag tent within the checkpoint area.
    • There will be restrooms available at the start/checkpoint area as well as 2 out on course.
    • Ski Patrol for Blackhawk will be providing medical support if needed.

    Crew, Team and Individual Tents
    • There will be a designated spot for crew, team, and individual tents to set up in the checkpoint area.
    • You are reserving a 10'x10' plot of grass for you to set up how you see fit.
    • Space is limited so SOLO runners must choose yes on the tent space question at registration if you would like to reserve a space
      ***Teams automatically reserve a spot with your team registration***
    • Pacers are not allowed on course and no support is allowed outside of the designated crewing area.

    Awards

    3/6/12 Hour
    Top overall male, female and non-binary participant in each time catagory

    Team Relay
    Top over all team in each time catagory (regardless of size or gender makeup)

    Refund, Distance Switch, Bib Transfer

    Refund Policy:
    We will offer a 75% credit for all cancelled registrations 90+ days prior to race day. Once registered for a race within the 90 days, all registrations are final. We are unable to offer refunds, deferments, or rollovers to another year or event once you have signed up. As fellow runners, we understand that life happens, schedules change, and injuries/illnesses occur. However, race entries cover various operational expenses prior to race day, which is why we cannot offer deferrals or refunds.

    Please consider this carefully before registering.

    Transfer Policy:

    • If you would like to transfer your registration to another individual, we can facilitate this process. However, arranging payment is the responsibility of the individuals involved.
    • HERE is more information on how to transfer your registration to another person.

    Distance Change Policy:
    • If you wish to "drop" to a shorter distance within your registered event, we can accommodate this change, but no refund will be provided for the difference in entry fee.
    • If you wish to move "up" to a longer distance within your registered event, you may do so by paying the difference in price.
    • HERE is more information on how to change the distance of your registration.

      Thank you for your understanding. Please let us know if you have any questions!

    Event's current local time: 8:05 AM CT

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