Winter Wolf Skiathlon

Winter Wolf Skiathlon Update

Saturday, January 4th, 2025
Race Venue: Forbush Corner - 4971 W Co Rd 612, Frederic, MI 49733

Online Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/WinterWolfSkiathlon
Registration closes at 5:59 PM on January 3rd. No late entries!

Race Day Check-In:
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: The Yurt at Forbush Corner
Important: All participants must sign a Forbush Corner release form at check-in and will receive their race bib and transition box assignment.

Race Format:

Wave Start: 4 racers every 5 seconds. Self-seeding at the start line. Classic Start, complete 2 loops before entering the transition area. Transition, then complete 2 loops of Freestyle/Skate.

Transition Rules:

Required Equipment Change: If you have only one set of skis, you must remove them, switch feet, and put them back on. If you have only one set of poles, you must remove them, then put them back on.

Need Help? Meet with timer Alan at check-in if you anticipate difficulty removing your skis. He will apply an appropriate time adjustment. (THIS MUST BE COMMUNICATED AT CHECK IN)

Reminder: This is a FUN event! The honor system is in full effect.

Awards:

Overall Male and Female winners in both Junior and Senior divisions will receive awards.

Special Thanks:
A huge shoutout to the Forbush Crew for hosting our inaugural Winter Wolf Skiathlon!
And an extra thank you to Alan Hough for his exceptional timing and co-direction of this event.

Get ready to hit the snow and have a howlin' good time!
See you Saturday!

The  Winter Wolf skiathlon is a mass-start race that begins with 5 kilometers of classic skiing. After one lap around the 5-kilometer course, racers came through the transition area and quickly switch to skate skis before heading out for another lap. 

Location:  Hanson Hills Recreation Area

Course: If you are familiar with Hanson Hills Nordic Trail system, course route will start in the field behind the softball field, course will run M-93 hills, Blue to Sues Return and back to the transition area. (Racers must change SKIS & POLES) Transition area will be located along the backside of the softball outfield fence. Set tracks and groomed corduroy throughout entire course. **Course may change due to snow conditions.

Awards:  TBD

Fee:  Adult = $30  Junior = $15 

MI-CUP POINTS RACE

RACE START: 10am