From the Organizer
MUSH Fort Custer Spring Dryland
November 7 & 8, 2026
For beginners! Experienced teams welcome. Drivers are expected to read signage and stay on trail (do not out-dog yourself).
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Entries open: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Entries close: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6pm ET
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MUSH membership is required.
No head-on passing at the Fall 2026 race! The finish line was moved in April 2026 to accommodate this. Last half mile is SKINNY. Drive accordingly, AND BE NICE. No complaints from no-man's land will be accepted.
Subject to change based on conditions!
Adult Classes -
- Adult Canicross (1-2 dogs) - 2.2 miles
- 5-Dog Adult Rig: 2.2 miles
- 3-Dog Adult Rig: 2.2 miles
- 2-Dog Adult Bike: 2.2 miles
2-Dog Adult Scooter: 2.2 miles - 1-Dog Adult Bike: 2.2 miles
- 1-Dog Adult Scooter: 1 mile
- Fun Runs (juniors are permitted in Fun Runs): 1 mile
Junior Classes
- Advanced Junior Canicross (1 dog) - 2.2 miles (3 entries required or Advanced Juniors will be added to Beginner class)
- Beginner Junior Canicross (1 dog) - 1 mile
- 3-Dog Junior Rig (rig only): 2.2 miles
- 2-Dog Junior Wheels Mixed (1-2 dogs, bike, scooter, and rigs mixed): 1 mile
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
Thank you in advance for clean passes and good sportsmanship!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
53°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gull Lake Biological Stn, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Augusta, MI
City Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at MUSH Fort Custer Dryland, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- MUSH Fort Custer Dryland
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the MUSH Fort Custer Dryland?
- MUSH Fort Custer Dryland is a running race held in Augusta, Michigan on November 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the MUSH Fort Custer Dryland?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Augusta, Michigan at 5163 Fort Custer Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the MUSH Fort Custer Dryland?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
MUSH Fort Custer Dryland
Nov 7, 2026