MUSH Fort Custer Dryland

  • Date Sat 7th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Augusta, Michigan
  • Price $6.30 - $17.96
  • Races 12 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of dryland racing at the MUSH Fort Custer event on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Augusta, Kalamazoo! This exciting fall race welcomes both beginners and experienced teams, offering a variety of thrilling race distances for all ages. Participants can choose from several timed classes, including a 2.6-mile canicross for both men and women, as well as various 2.2-mile and 1-mile classes featuring options for junior and adult racers alike.

The event promises a fun-filled atmosphere with awards for the top four finishers in each category and a special end-of-day FUN RUN that is free for MUSH members. Remember, this is a non-motorized trail event, so come prepared with rigs, bikes, scooters, or canicross gear. Join us at Fort Custer for a day of adventure, camaraderie, and the joy of racing with your canine companions!

Organiser's Description

MUSH FORT CUSTER FALL DRYLAND

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026

***FALL RACE IS SATURDAY ONLY!***

_(Sunday, November 8, 2026 will be our make-up date if weather is bad)_

FOR BEGINNERS! EXPERIENCED TEAMS WELCOME.

BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR ENTRY, YOU AGREE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING:

Drivers are expected to read signage and stay on trail (do not out-dog yourself). Trail will be marked with arrows but MINIMALLY BLOCKED. Plan your teams accordingly, and be sure to study the map shared in the drivers meeting! This trail is not a closed course - other trail users (including equestrians) may be encountered.

GET MY MEMBERSHIP OR RENEW NOW (CLICK HERE) [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/MUSHmembership]

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ENTRIES OPEN: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
ENTRIES CLOSE: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6pm ET
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MUSH membership is required.

No head-on passing at the Fall 2026 race! The finish line was moved in April 2026 to accommodate this. Last half mile is SKINNY. Drive accordingly, AND BE NICE. NO COMPLAINTS FROM NO-MAN'S LAND WILL BE ACCEPTED.

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MILEAGE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CONDITIONS!

THE FOLLOWING TIMED RACE CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED ON SATURDAY ONLY. PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED:

* 2.6 MILE CLASS: Women's & Men's canicross, 5-dog rig
* 2.2 MILE CLASSES: 3-dog rig adult, 3-dog rig junior, junior beginner canicross, 2-dog bike, 2-dog scooter, 1-dog bike
* 1 MILE CLASSES: junior canicross, adult 1-dog scooter, junior 2-dog mixed wheels (rig, bike, or scooter allowed)
* AWARDS for 1st-4th in all of the above!
* Saturday end of day FUN RUN! Free for MUSH members. Choose your own trail. No entry needed.

_***SUNDAY WILL BE USED AS A MAKE-UP DATE IF NEEDED. OTHERWISE, TRAINING WELCOME!__ NO ENTRY NEEDED FOR SUNDAY TRAINING.***_

_Note: this is a _NON-MOTORIZED trail system. All training must be done with rigs, bikes, scooters, or via canicross. E-bikes are permitted.

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"MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT" (STATE PARK PASS) REQUIRED ON EVERY VEHICLE.

NO ATV'S ALLOWED unless assigned by Race Chair as offcial trail help.

_ HOSTED BY MID UNION SLED HAULERS (MUSH)_

RACE CHAIR & ENTRY CHAIR: ANNIE HAMMOND, HAMMOND.ANNIE@GMAIL.COM

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR CLEAN PASSES AND GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP!

Races

  • Women's Canicross (1-2 Dogs)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
    Beginner friendly but dogs must know how to behave in race setting and while passing. WALKERS WELCOME.
  • Men's Canicross (1-2 Dogs)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
    Beginner friendly but dogs must know how to behave in race setting and while passing. WALKERS WELCOME.
  • Junior Beginner Canicross (1 Mile)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $6.30

    OPENS 01 SEP
    JUNIOR MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW THE TRAIL UNASSITED AND CONTROL THEIR OWN DOG.
  • 5-Dog Rig

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
    This class is for seasoned drivers.
  • 3-Dog Rig

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • 2-Dog Bike

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • 2-Dog Scooter

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • 1-Dog Bike

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • 1-Dog Scooter

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $17.96

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • Junior Wheeled Mixed (1-2 Dogs, Rig, Bike, or Scooter)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $6.30

    OPENS 01 SEP
    JUNIOR MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW THE TRAIL UNASSITED AND CONTROL THEIR OWN TEAM.
  • 3-Dog JUNIOR Rig

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $6.30

    OPENS 01 SEP
  • Junior Advanced Canicross (2 Miles)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $6.30

    OPENS 01 SEP

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5163 Fort Custer Drive, Augusta, 49012, MI, United States

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