The Northwoods Escape Marathon course was tested last year and participants had rave reviews, but noted it was a challenging course. The course is a loop course beginning and ending at the Minocqua Park Complex on Hwy 70 West in Minocqua. A portion of the marathon will include the Bearskin …
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The Northwoods Escape Marathon course was tested last year and participants had rave reviews, but noted it was a challenging course. The course is a loop course beginning and ending at the Minocqua Park Complex on Hwy 70 West in Minocqua. A portion of the marathon will include the Bearskin Trail but the majority of the mileage will be logged on county roads in Oneida County. The course is certified for the Boston Marathon (WI20009DM) by an authorized Boston Marathon certifying agency. The race will start in waves spaced with 30 second separation between wave releases. The waves are determined by your estimated finish time with the fastest runners going out first.
Blue Raven’s beneficiary partner this year will be the Minocqua Island Business Association. The Minocqua Island Business Association is a non profit organization promoting dine, shop, stay and play on the beautiful Island of Minocqua. Showcasing the Minocqua Island as a premier year round tourist destination while giving locals fun and engaging activities and events. MIBA is proud to give 50% of all profits to 2 local charities. 25% to the local Food pantry and 25% to Gracie’s Place, a children’s therapy and family resource center.
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Smaller race with pretty views
This is a smaller race, all run on the Bearskin trail (crushed gravel). The nice thing is that it's almost all shaded however it will be hot as it's Wisconsin … MORE
This is a smaller race, all run on the Bearskin trail (crushed gravel). The nice thing is that it’s almost all shaded however it will be hot as it’s Wisconsin in July. The event offers pacer, has adequate water stations, and finish line food and beer. Isn’t a ton of frills to this race, but well executed.
Beautiful run through the woods
Course was exactly as advertised, with just enough aid stations throughout the course. Beautiful running through the Northwoods of Minocqua and the surrounding area. The half ran entirely in the … MORE
Course was exactly as advertised, with just enough aid stations throughout the course. Beautiful running through the Northwoods of Minocqua and the surrounding area. The half ran entirely in the Bearskin Trail which is comprised of crushed, hard packed, cinder/gravel which made things a little interesting for footing in places due to the amount of rain over the past week. There were about 4 or 5 trail crossings over roads, 2 of which were monitored by volunteers well, the others with spectators as traffic could have been an issue. All in all it was a great venue and set up with easy packet pickup, rides to the start line provided from the finish line, and worth a trip to experience the beauty of Northern Wisconsin.