MUSH Fort Custer Dryland

  • Date Sat 7th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Augusta, Michigan
  • Price $6.30 - $17.96
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor fun at the MUSH Fort Custer Dryland event on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Augusta, Kalamazoo! This exciting race welcomes both beginners and experienced teams to hit the trails in a variety of classes. Participants can choose from a 2.6-mile canicross for both men and women with 5-dog teams, as well as 2.2-mile classes for 3-dog, 2-bike, and 2-scooter races. For the younger competitors, there are 1-mile classes, including junior canicross and junior 2-dog mixed wheels.

With entries opening on September 1, 2026, and closing on November 4, 2026, be sure to secure your spot early! The event promises a fantastic atmosphere, with awards for the top four finishers in each category. Remember, a Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry to the state park, and participants are reminded to maintain good sportsmanship and respect the trails. Join the community for a day of adventure, camaraderie, and excitement at this unique dryland race!

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. Drivers are expected to read signage and stay on trail (do not out-dog yourself).

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 CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED ON SATURDAY ONLY:

* 2.6 MILE CLASS: Women's & Men's canicross, 5-dog
* 2.2 MILE CLASSES: 3-dog, 2-bike, 2-scooter, 1-bike.
* 1 MILE CLASSES: junior canicross, 1-scooter, junior 2-dog mixed wheels
* Awards for 1st-4th in all of the above!

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"MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT" (STATE PARK PASS) REQUIRED.

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 Canicross (1 Dog)

    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.

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Location

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

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