Crooked Canter
Saturday, November 23 – Sunday, November 24, 2024
Past event
9:00 AM EST
Dexter Twp, Michigan
Free · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling weekend of fun and fitness at the Crooked Canter, returning after a one-year hiatus! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, November 23rd, and Sunday, November 24th, 2024, at the picturesque Crooked Lake Campground in Dexter Township, Washtenaw County. Starting at 9 AM, participants can enjoy a beautiful 4.35-mile (7 km) loop trail, perfect for runners, walkers, and hikers of all ages and abilities. Choose from various race distances including 7 km, 13.1 miles, or tackle the Backyard Run challenge, where you can complete a loop each hour until you're ready to call it a day.
The Crooked Canter promises an uplifting atmosphere featuring a cozy bonfire, delicious hot chocolate, hot dogs, s'mores, and more to keep everyone energized and engaged. Participants will receive a special Crooked Canter sticker for completing a loop, and there's even a trophy for the finisher with the most loops! Don't miss the chance to take part in the Old Dog challenge, where you can earn a prize by completing a loop in under your age in minutes. With limited parking available, be sure to arrive early or plan
The Crooked Canter promises an uplifting atmosphere featuring a cozy bonfire, delicious hot chocolate, hot dogs, s'mores, and more to keep everyone energized and engaged. Participants will receive a special Crooked Canter sticker for completing a loop, and there's even a trophy for the finisher with the most loops! Don't miss the chance to take part in the Old Dog challenge, where you can earn a prize by completing a loop in under your age in minutes. With limited parking available, be sure to arrive early or plan
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Entries closedSaturday, Nov 23, 2024 (9:00 AM EST)
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Organiser's description
To all runners and outdoor enthusiasts, the Crooked Canter is making its return after a 1 year hiatus. This event is a fun tailgate style running event that the whole family can enjoy. Starting at 9am the bonfire will be blazing at Pinckney Recreation Area at the Crooked Lake Campground. Come and run on the beautiful 4.35 (or 7km) trail loop. The event is advertised as 7km, 13.1, or Backyard Run, but you can run, walk or hike as little or as much as you want. There will be a bonfire, hot chocolate, hotdogs, smores, and more.
Date:
Saturday, November 23rd
Location:
Crooked Lake Rustic Campground, Dexter, MI 48130
Parking:
There is limited parking at the site, so if it is full when you arrive, please plan to park at the end of Silver Hill road. It is about a 0.25 mile walk. Thank you for understanding.
Swag
- Food and drinks for all
- All 1 loop finishers get a Crooked Canter sticker.
- Trophy to the finisher of the most loops
Old Dog challenge:
Log one loop in under your age in minutes. Example, you are 43 years old, you run the loop in 42:59you will receive a special prize! But be careful, each loop has over 400 feet of elevation!
Start:
Whenever you want! Yes, you can sleep in and still come and run. But the bonfire and first official loop gun will go off at 9am.
Events:
- 4.35 mile (7km) loop 440ft gain
- 2 loops (8.7m), 3 loops (13.1), 6 loops (26.2), etc
- Backyard run: Every hour on the hour, the horn will blow for the backyard run. Complete 1 loop each hour until you cant run or until it takes you more than an hour.
Cost:
Pay via Venmo or in cash in person
(https://venmo.com/u/Matthew-Mackey)
$10 per person
$25 per family discount
Date:
Saturday, November 23rd
Location:
Crooked Lake Rustic Campground, Dexter, MI 48130
Parking:
There is limited parking at the site, so if it is full when you arrive, please plan to park at the end of Silver Hill road. It is about a 0.25 mile walk. Thank you for understanding.
Swag
- Food and drinks for all
- All 1 loop finishers get a Crooked Canter sticker.
- Trophy to the finisher of the most loops
Old Dog challenge:
Log one loop in under your age in minutes. Example, you are 43 years old, you run the loop in 42:59you will receive a special prize! But be careful, each loop has over 400 feet of elevation!
Start:
Whenever you want! Yes, you can sleep in and still come and run. But the bonfire and first official loop gun will go off at 9am.
Events:
- 4.35 mile (7km) loop 440ft gain
- 2 loops (8.7m), 3 loops (13.1), 6 loops (26.2), etc
- Backyard run: Every hour on the hour, the horn will blow for the backyard run. Complete 1 loop each hour until you cant run or until it takes you more than an hour.
Cost:
Pay via Venmo or in cash in person
(https://venmo.com/u/Matthew-Mackey)
$10 per person
$25 per family discount
Location
Crooked Lake Rustic Campground, Dexter, MI 48130, Dexter, 48169, MI, United States
Crooked Canter
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