MUSH Fort Custer Fall Dryland

  • Date Sat 1st November 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Augusta, Michigan
  • Price $6.30 - $17.96
  • Races 11 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the MUSH Fort Custer Fall Dryland event, taking place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in the scenic Augusta area of Kalamazoo, Michigan! This action-packed two-day race will feature thrilling competitions including a Canicross 5K, allowing runners to partner with up to two dogs, and a 5-dog rig race. With race hours running from 8:30 AM to 2 PM daily, participants can look forward to an engaging lineup of events, including Fun Runs, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Fort Custer State Park.

To participate, MUSH membership is required, and entries open on September 15, 2025, closing on October 28, 2025. As you prepare for this exciting challenge, remember that all regular sled dog race rules and trail etiquette will apply, so make sure your canine companions are ready for some fun and friendly competition! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the thrill of dryland racing with fellow dog lovers!

Organiser's Description

MUSH FORT CUSTER FALL DRYLAND

NOVEMBER 1-2, 2025

MUSH MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE. (CLICK TO COMPLETE APPLICATION & SUBMIT MEMBERSHIP PAYMENT) [https://www.midunionsledhaulers.com/membership-form]

* This is a 2-day race. By submitting an entry, you are signing up for both days.
* ALL REGULAR SLED DOG RACE RULES & TRAIL ETIQUETT NORMS APPLY. PASSING MANNERS ARE A MUST.
* See MUSH website for rules PDF. [https://cdn.website-editor.net/s/ec52198e1d3140f69433bf2665e88737/files/uploaded/MUSH.general%2520running%2520rules%252012-03-2023.pdf?Expires=1757350815&Signature=QLkJ0VWNopMHL0Uus5JJJFitQt3SVHhEFY5qv5oO6Tb99bxTj5b30xIfWkmYjnweXeDNwB5-och8o4SoJfAbFGnujHDQJ9B3LXGY8s~Qi1DllF8Tgrq~~YbsZjcut37y5ZxZervaKM8dW2nZp0QlrLhkwmcfbYdXiM8~Jq-o~PACY3Ai53MJgJ6tNyCxjr2yJ5w~1XckcQr-E4IvJ~V0I8H8wUaa3Emw0bz1jnEiplpKEDgY34npJGUE~KrwTtjzYGa-bBhZbWtnmbXpjN-n-4A4x5lKR~l2NBHJD0YKmce9WHIS2Cgc-1eCrn0EQ~2xtNjnSNHIAYbTvTxZmZCAeg__&Key-Pair-Id=K2NXBXLF010TJW]
* Approximate race hours are from 8:30am-2pm daily.
* Exact start times will not be available until the week of the race after entries close.
* Canicross 5k will run first at 8:30am, followed by 5-dog rig. Classes will be arranged from there, ending with Fun Runs.

ALL DETAILS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON WEATHER.

ENTRIES OPEN: SEPTEMBER 15 , 2025

ENTRIES CLOSE: OCTOBER 28, 2025 AT 6PM ET

MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT REQUIRED ON VEHICLE TO ENTER PARK PROPERTY.

HOSTED BY MID UNION SLED HAULERS (MUSH)

RACE CHAIR, ENTRY CHAIR: ANNIE HAMMOND

NEW FOR FALL OF 2025: CANICROSS 5K RUNNERS MAY RUN WITH 2 DOGS!

THIS RACE HAS HEAD-ON PASSING IN ALL CLASSES.

PASSING ETIQUETTE AND TRAIL MANNERS ARE A MUST.

DOGS MUST KNOW HOW TO PASS CLEANLY.

Races

  • Women's Canicross 5k (2 Dogs Allowed)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday. Beginner friendly but dogs must know how to behave in race setting, group start, and while passing. WALKERS WELCOME.
  • Men's Canicross 5k (2 Dogs Allowed)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday. Beginner friendly but dogs must know how to behave in race setting, group start, and while passing. WALKERS WELCOME.
  • Junior Canicross (1 Mile, 1 Dog)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday. JUNIOR MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW THE TRAIL UNASSITED AND CONTROL THEIR OWN DOG.
  • 5-Dog Rig (2.9 Miles)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • 3-Dog Rig (2.4 Miles)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • 2-Dog Bike (2.4 Miles)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • 2-Dog Scooter (1 Mile)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • 1-Dog Bike (2.4 Miles)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • 1-Dog Scooter (1 Mile)

    Incl. $1.96 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $17.96

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday
  • Junior Wheeled (1 Mile, 2 Dogs)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 15 SEP
    Saturday & Sunday. JUNIOR MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW THE TRAIL UNASSITED AND CONTROL THEIR OWN TEAM.
  • FUN RUN: Canicross (1 Mile, Saturday Only)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 15 SEP
    FUN RUNS are not timed. FUN RUNS are Saturday only. Great for old dogs, young dogs, extra dogs & beginners.

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

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