
From the Organizer
WELCOME TO PEDAL, PADDLE, OR PLOD!
This event will benefit communities and the biodiversity they are protecting in countries around the world. Join the 6th annual Pedal, Paddle, or Plod and help endangered species!
1. SIGN UP AND CHOOSE A TEAM
Team Cross River Gorillas - Captain: Robin M. Martino
Team Orangutans - Captain: Anne Wandler
Team Red Pandas - Captain: Kory M. Shrum
Team Yellow Tails - Captain: Anne Clark
Whether you know the team captain or just pick your team based on which of our project animals you like the best, the choice is up to you! After you register, you'll get a email with your AllTrails+ promo code (make sure to confirm Community Conservation and Runsignup emails aren't going to your spam folder). We'll also send you a PPP 2026 sticker in the mail, if you opted to receive one.
2. MAKE TRACKS FOR CONSERVATION
Complete as many pedals, paddles, or plods as you can between Saturday, August 1 through Saturday, August 15 to raise $1 per activity for your team (activity must be at least 5 minutes at minimum). Thanks to our anonymous donor who made this activity match possible! Track your pedal, paddles, or plods on this website under the Results tab above. Just sign in and list them starting August 1!
In addition to the funds raised from pedals, paddles, and plods, your team registration fees, and any donations, will go towards whichever team you join. The team with the most funds after tabulating totals on August 16 will be crowned our 2026 winner - drive your team to victory! The three individuals with the top number of activities will also receive individual prizes.
***Funds from activity matching amounts will be added to team totals at the end of Pedal, Paddle, or Plod***
3. ROAR LOUD AND PROUD
Encourage friends and family to register or donate to the event! Spread the word!
Weather
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
79°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Viroqua, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,254 ft
Nearest Airport
LSE
La Crosse Regional Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 148 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
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20 miles away
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Pedal, Paddle, or Plod 2026
Aug 1, 2026