MUSH Fort Custer Dryland
When is MUSH Fort Custer Dryland?
MUSH Fort Custer Dryland takes place on Saturday, April 4, 2026 in Augusta, MI.
What distances does MUSH Fort Custer Dryland offer?
MUSH Fort Custer Dryland offers 14 events: Junior Beginner Canicross (1 dog, 1 mile), Junior Advanced Canicross (1 dog, 2.4 miles), Junior 3-dog RIG, 5-Dog Rig, 3-Dog Rig, 2-Dog Bike, 2-Dog Scooter, 1-Dog Bike, 1-Dog Scooter, Junior Wheeled Mixed (1-2 dogs, rig, bike, scooter), FUN RUN: Canicross (Saturday only), FUN RUN: Wheeled (Saturday only), Women's Canicross (1-2 dogs), Men's Canicross (1-2 dogs).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Beginner Canicross (1 dog, 1 mile) | 1.0 mi | $5.00 | Register |
| Junior Advanced Canicross (1 dog, 2.4 miles) | 2.4 mi | $5.00 | Register |
| Junior 3-dog RIG | 2.9 mi | $5.00 | Register |
| 5-Dog Rig | — | $16.00 | Register |
| 3-Dog Rig | — | $16.00 | Register |
| 2-Dog Bike | — | $16.00 | Register |
| 2-Dog Scooter | — | $16.00 | Register |
| 1-Dog Bike | — | $16.00 | Register |
| 1-Dog Scooter | — | $16.00 | Register |
| Junior Wheeled Mixed (1-2 dogs, rig, bike, scooter) | — | $5.00 | Register |
| FUN RUN: Canicross (Saturday only) | — | $10.00 | Register |
| FUN RUN: Wheeled (Saturday only) | — | $10.00 | Register |
| Women's Canicross (1-2 dogs) | — | $16.00 | Register |
| Men's Canicross (1-2 dogs) | — | $16.00 | Register |
How much does MUSH Fort Custer Dryland cost?
Registration for MUSH Fort Custer Dryland starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is MUSH Fort Custer Dryland held?
MUSH Fort Custer Dryland is held in Augusta, MI at 5163 Fort Custer Drive.
About MUSH Fort Custer Dryland
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
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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.
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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”).
Tentative Mileage (order and mileage subject to change)-
- Adult Canicross (1-2 dogs): 2.9 miles
- 5-Dog Adult Rig: 2.9 miles
- 3-Dog Junior Rig (rig only): 2.9 miles
- 3-Dog Adult Rig: 2.9 miles
- 1-Dog Adult Bike: 2.4 miles
- 1-Dog Adult Scooter: 2.4 miles
- Advanced Junior Canicross (1 dog) - 2.4 miles
- 2-Dog Adult Bike: 2.4 miles
- 2-Dog Adult Scooter: 2.4 miles
- 2-Dog Junior Wheels Mixed (1-2 dogs, bike, scooter, and rigs mixed): 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.