Badger Trekker 10K Run-n-Gun – Wisconsin – September – 2026
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This is for the 10K Event – If you plan to run the 5K register here: https://practiscore.com/2026-badger-trekker-5k-run-n-gun/register
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The Badger Trekker Run-n-Gun is a 5K or 10K (your choice) “shooting biathlon” that combines a trail run, mud run, obstacle course, and two-gun match.
Cost: for 10K – $160 (includes t-shirt and lunch)
Refunds: We will provide a full refund up to 7/1/26, less $10 processing fee. 7/2/26 – 8/1/26 we will provide a 50% refund up to 8/1. After 8/1/26 we cannot provide a refund.
In the unlikely event the match is cancelled, refunds will be issued less $40 to cover shirts and processing. Shirts would be mailed out to competitors.
Runners each have an individual start time spaced 7 minutes apart starting at 8:00 AM. You can sign up for one of three waves below, but your exact run time will not be provided until event day. Wave 1 slots are only available for 10K and Wave 3 are only for 5K. Wave 2 will be a mix of 5 and 10K. Event day registration opens at 06:30 and closes at 12:00. You will receive your specific start time at registration. You must be registered prior to your designated safety brief and you must attend your designated safety brief.
Wave 1: 07:15 Safety Brief
08:00 First Runner – 10:41 Last Runner
Wave 2: 10:00 Safety Brief
10:48 First Runner – 13:29 Last Runner
Wave 3: 12:45 Safety Brief
13:36 First Runner – 16:03 Last Runner
18:00 Awards Ceremony and Random Draw Prize Table (time may vary based on when the last runner finishes and scores are complete).
Introduction:
The Badger Trekker is a 5K or 10K Run and Gun, “shooting biathlon,” combining aspects of a trail run, mud run, obstacle course, and a multi-gun match. The Trekker is not for the faint of heart. If you dislike mud and water, pushups, heights, or physical challenges, this is probably not the event for you!
This event is not intended for inexperienced shooters – you must have an adequate understanding of firearms safety and skills.
This is a test of man and equipment alike. Everyone competes equally – there are no divisions. Stages offer a variety of challenges and unique opportunities, both mentally and physically. It’s intended to give you a good idea of how the environment and mental/physical fatigue affect your shooting and performance.
How It Works:
The Badger Trekker is a centerfire biathlon that is either a distance of 5k or 10k, depending on your preference. Participants start the trail at predetermined times provided at registration the day of the event. Runners follow a clearly-marked path that spans the club property. Any and all natural obstacles like hills and water may be used against you. Pay attention to signage as the 5k and 10k courses share parts of the path and also deviate from one another. Of course, the 10k route contains more stages than the 5k.
The trails and path itself are well marked. The club has 80 acres and vigilant neighbors, so all participants are required to stay on the marked path throughout the run. The trail may feature difficult terrain but this on purpose. You’ll likely experience a little bit of everything except paved roads. Be mindful of other participants and traffic at all times.
Shooting stages are located in bays at various points along the trail and each is under the direct supervision of a Range Officer (RO). Firearms will be checked by ROs at the arrival and departure of each stage – rifles must be unloaded and pistols unloaded until given the make ready on stage one. Pistols may remain hot and holstered after stage one. Between stages rifles must be empty and on safe, pistol securely holstered.
Stages contain unique shooting and physical challenges and distances vary. The longest rifle shot will be around 300 yards, and the longest handgun shots might be out to 50 yards.
Every stage contains a par time to prevent back ups and keep things moving. Shooters will be stopped at par time regardless of progress and penalties for missed targets, etc will given accordingly.
Equipment and Fitness Requirements:
The Badger Trekker is a “run what you brung” style match, meaning you can use any gear you choose (with a few exceptions). Want to use your M1 Garand and honor your bad-ass grandfather? Have mad cop skills with a .38 special? Or do you favor the ultra tacticool tricked out Mk18? Most people run an AR15, but any safe center fire rifle that meets the ammunition requirements below are welcome. For handguns, the recommended minimum caliber is 9MM, no magnums are allowed.
Ammunition – Armor Piercing, Steel tip / core and SS109 ammunition is NOT allowed for this event. Anyone found shooting armor piercing or steel core ammo will be DQ’d. No rounds larger than 308 or exceeding 3200 FPS will be permitted. Most of the steel targets you are shooting today are owned personally by the staff. Please respect our property.
There is NO zeroing or sighting in at this event. Come prepared.
Here is a list of gear you will need:
• Reliable, sighted in rifle
• Reliable, sighted in handgun
• Magazines for both
• Rifle ammo count TBD
• Handgun ammo count TBD
• Holster that covers the trigger of your handgun (no soft holsters permitted)
• Sling for rifle that allows safe carry (avoid the single points)
• Ear and eye protection
• Stopwatch or time keeping device
• Water and food
• A belt, bag, chest rig, or plate carrier to carry everything
• Footwear and clothes appropriate for the weather that are OK being destroyed
• Pen and note pad or something to record scores and time
What NOT to bring:
• A cart or wagon
• A firearm you can’t be safe with (too heavy, not familiar, etc)
• Steel core, magnum, penetrator, armor piercing, green tip, or tracer ammo
• Clothing that doesn’t shed water quickly
Participants should be in good health as the event is physically demanding. Please consider any physical limitations you may have as your health is your responsibility. Drink plenty of water and beware of over-exertion. Move at a pace that is comfortable.
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