Join us for the 10th Annual

Black Squirrel Scurry Paddling Triathlon!

2027  Date: Sat, July 31

Reg opens March 1

2026 Race Results

2024 Black Squirrel Scurry Video

Welcome to the Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon!

This will be our 10th 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 and eBikes (nonthrottle).  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.  Registration will open March 1, 2027 at Runsignup.com.

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.  Raffle to follow awards!

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