A big thank you to the residents of the Grand Cities, especially those who live along the Wild Hog Race course. You’re what makes this marathon memorable for participants, particularly those who travel from far and wide to be here. The support of the community has positively impacted the economy...
Run Hog Wild Inspired: Angela O’Leary
Imagine running freely on the path with the wind in your hair and the sun kissing your skin. This is your time to think, a way to honor your body, your chance to let go; this is your happy place. Now imagine that in one day all of that is...
Show Us How You #RunHogWild
Race weekend is coming up quick! From training and traveling to costume bedazzling and carb loading, the next couple weeks will be filled with post-worthy pics from your running adventures. Get social with it and share your story with us using: #RunHogWild (more…)
Run Hog Wild Inspired! – Jim Diego
Every year we’re excited to see our community enlivened with participants traveling from near and far to be a part of the Grand Forks Marathon weekend. Last year alone we had over 2,140 participants come out and complete over 16,820 miles exploring our city on the course! This 6th year...
Running Hog Wild Inspired! – The Haug Family
We could not be more thrilled with how this annual community event has helped us accomplish our mission of supporting active, healthy lifestyles to enhance the quality of life in the Grand Cities. The marathon weekend would not be possible without the hard work and dedication from the countless volunteers,...
Run Hog Wild Inspired! – Levi’s Hope
The 2017 race weekend marks our 6th year! This event presents our grand cities with a wonderful opportunity to annually raise funds for youth athletes and positively impact our community. In 2016 alone, we received over $30,000 in donations to our community and had an estimated economic impact of $212,500....
Bark-worthy News: 1st Annual Hog Dog Jog Fun Run!
We are going mutts with excitement to have the marathon weekend’s first ever annual Hog Dog Jog Fun Run this year! The 1.5 mile jaunt (see course map) will take place on Thursday, September 21st, 6:30PM at Camp Hog (outside Wild Hog Smokehouse). Registration includes a shirt for the human,...
On the Fence? Save Some Bacon & Register Today!
The 6th annual Grand Forks Wild Hog Weekend is right around the river bend! As the fun-filled weekend nears, registration prices will soon be increasing. Save yourself that hard-earned bacon by signing up for your preferred race before September 1st, 2017! (more…)