Last Wilderness 5K/10K Run and 5K Walk...

• 5K Run / Walk:- Run 3.1 Miles
• 10K Run:- Run 6.2 Miles

A truly beautiful run along river- and lake-lined back roads and around our historic walleye rearing ponds. We welcome runners, joggers, walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs.  Our 2017 route is a NEW one, starting off along our historic rearing ponds, and through pine, hardwood, and river-lined backroads — roads are paved or hard crushed gravel. All participants receive a tshirt; and prizes are awarded to the fastest female/male under 18, 18-59, and 60+ in both the 5K & 10K divisions.

ALSO… we are again hosting a FREE Kids Bobber Run Around the Pond for youth 12 & under. Registration forms are required for all young runners and all youth runners receive a special “FINISHER” prize.

The 2017 Run/Walk is followed by PRESQUE ISLE DAY EVENTS, ongoing until 3pm and including:

• SUP and kayak demos on the rearing ponds,
• Plein air artists and nature walks,
• Lake pontoon cruises,
• Picnic lunches and buckets ‘o beer,
• Bike-related event by our Wilderness Pedalers, and
• MORE!

Event details and schedule

Meet at the Pipke Park Hut with parking at the American Legion (about 1/8 mile walk to the building from parking). There are bathrooms and places (unsecured) to leave your belongings during the run.

• Same Day Registration 8:00am
• All Wilderness Run Participants Check-In by 8:30am
• 10K Run Start 9am | Walkers and 5K Run Start 9:20am
• Kids Fun Run ~10:00am
• Awards to Follow

The 2017 Run/Walk is followed by PRESQUE ISLE DAY EVENTS, ongoing until 3pm and including:

• SUP and kayak demos on the rearing ponds,
• Plein air artists and nature walks,
• Lake pontoon cruises,
• Picnic lunches and buckets ‘o beer,
• Bike-related event by our Wilderness Pedalers, and
• MORE!