Birkie
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Birkie Trail Run
DISCOVER THE WARRIOR WITHIN Welcome to a heart-pounding adventure that will redefine your love for running and nature. Introducing the Icebug Birkie Trail Run – a captivating journey through the heart of northwest Wisconsin's most enchanting landscapes. Traverse the winding paths and rolling hills of the iconic Birkie Trail, renowned for its challenging terrain and…
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Shred de She – Fat Bike 2025
American BirkebeinerShred de She – Fat Bike is a weekend adventure filled with the great outdoors, great riding, and great women who aspire to and love to ride. Riders attend workshops led by premier female outdoor specialists, learn riding techniques and bike maintenance, and enjoy local Northwoods dining at the Birkie’s world-class fat biking venue. Register…
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Ski de She 2025
American BirkebeinerJoin us for the third annual Ski de She, a cross country ski event created just for women, the host is the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation. The camp and race were a huge success in 2024- even with low snow conditions. Over 500 women came together to ski, learn, race, and grow together. Participate in…
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American Birkebeiner 2025
American BirkebeinerBirkie Week Schedule (Tentative) Wednesday: Open Track 8-9am American Birkebeiner 50K Skate/Classic Open Track Start Window 11:00-11:45am Kortelopet 29K Skate/Classic Open Track Start Window 11:00-11:30am Prince Haakon Open Track Start Window 5:00pm Finish Cut-Off Thursday: Barnebirkie, Jr. Birkie, & Giant Ski 9:00am Barkie Birkie, Main Street, Hayward 11:30am Barnebirkie; Main Street, Hayward 1:00pm Jr. Birkie, Main Street,…
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Birkie Trail Run 2025
Mt. Telemark VillageSept 26 - 27, 2025 Seven Events, One Amazing Day. Discover the Warrior Within. Welcome to a heart-pounding adventure that will redefine your love for running and nature. Introducing the Birkie Trail Run – a captivating journey through the heart of northwest Wisconsin’s most enchanting landscapes. Traverse the winding paths and rolling hills of the…
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Barkie Birkie 2026
American BirkebeinerBarkie Birkie - February 19, 2026 Skijor 1K, 3K, 5K Race > go to event for more details Main Street, Hayward, WI Barkie Birkie is one of Birkie Week’s most beloved events. Skiers and their dogs form a skijoring team to complete either a 5K, 3K, or 1K course that finishes to cheering crowds on…
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Birkie Expo 2026
Hayward High School 10320 N Greenwood Ln,, Hayward, WI, United StatesBirkie Expo & On-Snow Demo Expo Schedule: Thursday, February 19, 2026 10am – 8pm Friday, February 20, 2026 9am – 8pm Hayward High School 10320 N Greenwood Ln, Hayward, WI 54843 Birkie Expo is your one-stop shop to check out new and top-of-the-line ski gear and racing products. Learn from experts, connect with organizations, and…
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Birkie Bash
The Birkie Bash – Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year! Test your Birkie Trivia knowledge and celebrate Birkie Week 2026! With stories to share and memories to make, Birkie Week is the perfect time to give back to the ABSF and the experiences that have shaped your life so that we can continue creating opportunities…
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Kortelopet 2026
American BirkebeinerFriday, February 20, 2026 Classic 29K Race / Skate 29K Race Hayward, WI, USA The Kortelopet is the legendary counterpart to the American Birkebeiner. Each year, 3,000+ skiers complete 29K on the Birkie Trail from OO Trailhead to the finish line in downtown Hayward, WI. The Kortelopet, fondly known as the Korte, provides all the…
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Prince Haakon Race 2026
American BirkebeinerFriday, February 20, 2026 Skate 15K Race / Classic 15K Race Hayward, WI, USA The Prince Haakon 15K is named after the baby prince who started it all! Skiers race 15K through the forest on the Birkie Trail, glide across frozen Lake Hayward, and ski over the infamous American Birkebeiner International Bridge towards the finish…
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Ski & Bike Demo – Sunday
Mt TelemarkSunday, February 22, 2026 9am – 1pm Stay for the Sunday Ski Demo! Mt. Telemark Village Hub, Cable, WI The Slumberland American Birkebeiner’s Sunday On-Snow Ski Demo on February 22, 2026, the day after the big race. Everyone from newbie skiers to elites can try out the latest in new equipment–skis, poles, boots, bindings, and…
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Cross Country Junior National Championships 2026
American BirkebeinerMarch 9-14, 2026 Sanctioned by U.S. Ski & Snowboard American Birkebeiner Trailhead - Cable, W The Official National Championships for Junior-aged Competitors, Sanctioned by U.S. Ski & Snowboard The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation is proud to host the 2026 U.S. Ski & Snowboard Cross Country Skiing Junior National Championships (JNs) at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead…