Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon 2027 — Merrill, WI
Date
July 31, 2027
Location
Merrill, WI
Venue
Prairie Trails Park. County Rd K
Start Time
8:30 AM
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $160.00
Events
Triathlon Solo Participant, 19U Triathlon Solo (Ages 19 and under), Triathlon Relay Team (Male, Female or Mixed), Triathlon Tandem Team (Male, Female or Mixed), 19U Triathlon Relay Team (Ages 19 and under), 19U Triathlon Tandem Team (Ages 19 and under)
Includes
Orange Dry Wick Short Sleeve T's | Orange Dry Wick Short Sleeve T-Shirt
The Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon takes place July 25, 2026, in Merrill, Wisconsin, at Prairie Trails Park on County Road K. Entry fees range from $45 to $160 depending on your registration category. The race begins at 8:30 AM. Athletes competing in this triathlon should plan accommodations in the Merrill area well in advance, as summer weekends fill quickly. The venue location provides easy access for out-of-town competitors arriving by car.
From the Race Organizer
This race is a cooperative effort with the City of Merrill Parks and Recreation Dept. and Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce. Please check this site, our website - www.blacksquirrelscurry.com, and our FB page Black Squirrel Scurry for any further updates. Sat, July 31, 2027 8:30 AM Greg Eichelkraut, Race Director LOCATION Packet Pick-up: Smith Ctr, 1100 Marc Dr (Fri, July 24, 5-8 PM) or Starting area: Prairie Trails (6:30-8:30 AM, Race Day) 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 EVENT DESCRIPTION: 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. Park at the MARC and catch a shuttle bus to Prairie River Park. RACE FEES: (Fees will rise July, 1) $70 Solo Ages 20 and Older. ($80 after 7/1) $45 Solo 19U $140 Tandem and Relay Teams Ages 20 and Older. ($160 after 7/1) $70 Tandem and Relay Teams 19U ($80 after 7/1) Returning Champions and those requesting a seeded starting time need to have request sent to race director by July 15, 2022 for consideration. ****Veterans - contact race director before registering. EVENT SCHEDULE: Packet Pick-up Friday, July 30 5-8 PM (recommended @ MARC) or Sat, July 31 6:30-8:30 AM (@ Prairie Trails). RACE DAY: July 31st Race Announcements : 8:10 AM Saturday, July 31. Race starting 8:30 AM Saturday, 8:30 AM Awards & Raffle Prizes to follow at Cenotaph Park 1:00 PM AWARDS: Top 3 in each Division. Over-all plaque to top Solo Male, Solo Female. BENEFICIARIES : Northwoods Veterans Post and Friends of the River Bend Trail WEATHER POLICY: If in the event of severe or threatening weather, course workers will communicate conditions and, by decision of the Merrill Fire Dept., may communicate to participants to immediately stop to seek shelter. If in the event heat indices begin to enter unhealthy zones, participants will be informed at transition stations. If a participant feels, at any time, that conditions are not safe to continue, please communicate to a course worker your status. The course may be shut down if heat indices enter a dangerous zone and all participants will be asked to stop. CONTACT & RACE INFO: Greg Eichelkraut Blacksquirrelscurry@gmail.com Www.Blacksquirrelscurry.com FB: Black Squirrel Scurry
Course & Travel Notes
The Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon takes place at 1,280 feet elevation in Merrill, Wisconsin, which is relatively modest and shouldn't significantly impact pacing for most athletes. Sunrise occurs at 5:42 AM, well before the 8:30 AM start time, so you'll have good daylight from the beginning. Expect typical late July weather with highs around 80°F and lows near 57°F, with about a 39% chance of measurable rain on race day. The nearest airport is Wausau Downtown Airport (AUW), located 17.8 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 1,280 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 57°F · 39% chance of rain✈️ Wausau Downtown Airport (AUW) — 17.8 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 31.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Merrill, WI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon 2027 — Merrill, WI?
Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon 2027 — Merrill, WI takes place on July 31, 2027. The race is held in Merrill, Wisconsin.
Where is Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon 2027 — Merrill, WI held?
Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon 2027 — Merrill, WI is held at Prairie Trails Park. County Rd K in Merrill, Wisconsin.
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