MUSH Fort Custer Dryland

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Augusta, MI; 5163 Fort Custer Drive, 49012
Type: RUN

At a glance

Join a unique two-day dryland sled dog racing event featuring canicross, bikejoring, and scootering with your canine companion.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Experience the unique MUSH Fort Custer Dryland event, a two-day celebration of dryland sled dog racing in Augusta, Michigan. This event welcomes participants and their canine partners across various disciplines, including canicross, bikejoring, and scootering, alongside traditional rig racing. With specific rules and trail etiquette, it offers a structured yet engaging environment for both seasoned racers and those looking for a fun run. Prepare for a dynamic weekend on rolling terrain, where MUSH membership is required to join the excitement.

What to expect

Engage in a two-day dryland sled dog race with your dog.
Choose from disciplines like canicross, bikejoring, or scootering, with distances ranging from 1 to 2.9 miles.
Navigate rolling terrain in a structured, rule-governed event.

Standout details

Dryland sled dog racing
Canicross, bike, scooter disciplines
Two-day event
MUSH membership required

Perks & features

Dog-Friendly

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

14 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
2.4 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
2.9 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Mar 5, 2026, 11:53 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

+ 11 more options

Women's Canicross (1-2 dogs)
Sat, Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
Men's Canicross (1-2 dogs)
Sat, Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
5-Dog Rig
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
3-Dog Rig
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
2-Dog Bike
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
2-Dog Scooter
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
1-Dog Bike
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
1-Dog Scooter
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $17.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
Junior Wheeled Mixed (1-2 dogs, rig, bike, scooter)
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
FUN RUN: Canicross (Saturday only)
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
FUN RUN: Wheeled (Saturday only)
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

The course

Rolling
Timed race

Vibe Check

Easygoing

5K distance, rolling area, typically mild weather

Rolling area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

MUSH Fort Custer Spring Dryland

April 4 & 5, 2026

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Entries open: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Entries close: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6pm ET ______________________________________________

MUSH membership is required.

Get my membership (click here)

This is a 2-day race. By submitting an entry, you are signing up for both days (except fun runs). All regular sled dog race rules & trail etiquett norms apply. PASSING MANNERS ARE A MUST. You must read the MUSH rules to participate. ______________

IMPORTANT CHANGES:

We plan to eliminate head-on passing for the April 2026 race! The finish line is moving to accommodate for this.

Also different for spring 2026: the adult canicross class will run the rig trail (not the regular “canicross 5k loop”).

Class order & tentative mileage – order and mileage have been updated as of 3/30/26

Still subject to change based on conditions as we get closer!

Adult Canicross (1-2 dogs): 2.9 miles (and Advanced Junior Canicross (1 dog) - 2.4 miles) 5-Dog Adult Rig: 2.9 miles 3-Dog Adult Rig: 2.9 or 2.4 miles TBD 3-Dog Junior Rig ( rig only) : 2.4 miles 2-Dog Adult Bike: 2.4 miles 2-Dog Adult Scooter: 2.4 miles 1-Dog Adult Bike: 2.4 miles 2-Dog Junior Wheels Mixed (1-2 dogs, bike, scooter, and rigs mixed) : 1 mile 1-Dog Adult Scooter: 1 mile Beginner Junior Canicross (1 dog): 1 mile Fun Runs: 1 mile (Saturday only) Michigan Recreation Passport required on vehicle to enter park property.

Hosted by Mid Union Sled Haulers (MUSH)

Race Chair, Entry Chair: Annie Hammond, hammond.annie@gmail.com

Camping code:

SpringMush26

How to use code:

Log into (or create) your MIDNR Reservations acct.

Go to your profile .

Once in your profile , locate the "Group Holds" heading.

Select the "Reserve Group Hold" option, and insert code when prompted.

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