πββοΈ Event Overview
The 2025 11th Annual North Mitten Half Marathon, 10K & 5K will take place at Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville MI on June 7th! Bring the family and stay the weekend.
- Location: 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr., Thompsonville, MI
- Discount Code: Use MITTEN for a room discount.
- Nearby Attractions: Shop downtown Frankfort, visit Lake Michigan beach, or explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
- Post-Race Refreshments: Celebrate your race with a cold refreshment, complements of Storm Cloud Brewery.
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Event Schedule
Friday, June 6th
- 4pm - 6pm: Packet pick up at Crystal Mountain - ROOM TBD
Saturday, June 7th
- 7am - 8:30am: Late packet pick up at Crystal Mountain- ROOM TBD
- 8:00am: Half Marathon start
- 8:30am: 10K start
- 9:00am: 5K start
- 9:30am: Fun Run late registration and bib pick up
- 10:15am: Live awards
- 11:00am: 1 Mile Fun Run
- 12:00pm: Course closes
ποΈ Awards
All Half Marathon, 10K and 5K athletes receive a unique wood finisher medal.
- Awards: Top overall male and female receive an award plaque, hydration backpack, and local gift certificate.
- Age Categories: Prizes for the top 3 in each age category.
- Raffle: All participants are entered to win a RIVER KAYAK!
- Live Ceremony: Awards available until 12am. Please plan to pick up your award: they will not be sent.
π Packet Pick Up
Packet pick-up will be held at the Crystal Mountain - Room TBD on Friday and Saturday. It is highly encouraged that you pick packets up Friday.
- Saturday Pickup: Plan to arrive 60 minutes prior to race time.
- Fun Run: Participants are NOT required to attend packet pick up: bibs will be available on race day.
π³ Event Rules
- Respect: Be respectful of the trail, nature, private property, and others.
- Littering: No littering allowed.
- Pets: No dogs or strollers on course.
- Headsets: Allowed but not encouraged for your safety.
- Enjoy: Smile, soak it in, and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Itβs a rule. π
π Positive Impressions
North Mitten events is dedicated to People and Planet health. Our goal is to spread positive people and planet impressions in our community and beyond.
- Litter-Free: Maintain a clean and litter-free trail and venue.
- Products: Provide only products of use.
- Water Bottles: Encourage runners to carry hydration systems instead of using aid station cups.
- Compost: Compost, reuse, or recycle food and supplies.
- Donate: One tree per participant to the North Mitten PLANT A TREE project.
π Giving Back
North Mitten will once again partner with North Sky Raptor Sanctuary for the 2025 North Mitten race. A portion of the proceeds will be donated.
π€ Volunteers
Join us! North Mitten is seeking volunteers and creative groups to plant trees, cover aid stations, street crossings, and registration.
- More Information: Visit the volunteer tab or contact North Mitten at jdavidson@northmittenevents.com for details.
π°οΈ Timing and Event Provided By
Timing provided by: RF Event Services
Race Event provided by: North Mitten LLC. People and Planet Health. Events. Adventure. Education.
π Thank You
Thank you for choosing North Mitten.
For more details, visit the race page: North Mitten Half Marathon, 10K & 5K.