Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon

This is our 5th annual event.  The Black Squirrel Scurry is a triathlon that features a 2 mile paddle down the Prairie River, a 17.5 mile bike ride featuring the River Bend Trail out to the countryside of Lincoln County, and a 5k trail run through the Merrill Area Rec Complex and Council Grounds State Park. Races include Relays, divisions for 19 and Under, Tandems, and  Solo Aged divisions for individuals.  Proceeds from this event will be donated to the “Northwoods Veterans Post” and Friends of the River Bend Trail.  Timing is provided by T & H timing Services, LLC.  

Schedule:

Race Announcements: 8:10 AM
Race starting: 8:30 AM
Awards & Raffle Prizes to follow at Cenotaph Park  
Lobsterfest: 4:00 PM  Cenotaph Park

Course Info:

Start: Prairie Trails Park.  N2121 Cty Rd K, Merrill
Paddle/Bike Transition: Stange’s Park, 3rd St, Merrill, WI
Bike/Run Transition & Finish: MARC, 1100 MARC Dr, Merrill
Awards: Cenotaph Park, 124 N Prospect Ave, Merrill (located across from Ballyhoos) at 1:30 PM

Awards:

Awards will follow at 1 PM at Cenotaph Park, located across the street from Ballyhoos. So, grab a lunch with your coupon while you wait for awards. For those over age 21, Ballyhoos offers the largest selection of craft beers in Merrill.  Join in on Lobsterfest at Ballyhoos by ordering your freshly flown in lobster to be served at 4:00 or after.  Proceeds benefit Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

Cost:

Race Fees: (Fees will rise July, 1)
$65 Solo Ages 20 and Older.  ($80 after 7/1)
$40 Solo 19U
$120 Tandem and Relay Teams Ages 20 and Older. ($140 after 7/1)
$65 Tandem and Relay Teams 19U ($80 after 7/1)

Registration will open January 1st, 2022

Click here to Register