Swedetown Trails

08/18/2026

Let’s finish up this campaign strong! Although we have met our campaign goal of $50,000 matched through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, all additional donations will go towards indoor and outdoor furniture and expenses we will have outfitting the new chalet.

If you have not yet donated please show your support today and help us create a world class chalet to match our world class trails!

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08/17/2026

https://www.mininggazette.com/sports/local-sports/2026/08/record-number-of-bikers-participate-in-great-deer-chase/

CALUMET — More than 180 mountain-bike enthusiasts descended upon the Swedetown trails Saturday for the annual Great Deer Chase race series. The exact number was 183 registered riders according to race coordinator Kris Anderson. “That broke our previous all-time record of 179 racers and topped la...

08/15/2026

Our presenting sponsor is offering deals on bicycles this weekend! Check them out!

**Additional $100 OFF ALL In-Stock On Sale Full-Suspension Mountain Bikes**

Dear Esteemed Adventurer,
I write to you from the rugged wilds of the Keweenaw, where the trails are endless, the forests untamed, and preparations are underway for the most spirited of occasions: the Deer Chase Mountain Bike Race.

In honor of this grand pursuit departing on the morning of August 15, we have made a most generous arrangement. Several fine full-suspension mountain bicycles currently reside within our establishment, each stout of frame, smooth of suspension, and eager to accompany a brave soul into the wilderness.

For a limited time, an additional $100 shall be deducted from the sale price of ALL IN-STOCK full-suspension mountain bikes.

Whether you are preparing to chase deer, chase your personal best, or simply chase the sunset down a Keweenaw trail, these noble steeds are ready for the expedition.

They are adventurous.
They are capable.
They are seeking a committed rider.

Should you find yourself in need of a worthy companion for your next great adventure, I invite you to call upon Cross Country Sports in Calumet and make their acquaintance.

And to all the brave riders taking to the course tomorrow: may fortune favor your wheels, your legs remain strong, and the trails be swift beneath you. Good luck, adventurers!

Until the next expedition,
Cross Country Sports
Calumet, Michigan

P.S. Adventure waits for no one and neither do sale bikes. The extra $100 off will continue until August 30 while supplies last.

08/15/2026

Race Day is looking awesome tomorrow and we are really close to breaking our record on number of racers! With that said registration is open tomorrow morning for all races!

A BIG Thank You to some additional sponsors that make the Great Deer Chase possible and allow us to do our cash payout in the Long Race!

McGann Building Supply Co
ThermoAnalytics, Inc.
Keweenaw Mountain Lodge Golf Course
A-1 Toilets
A-1 General Contracting & Interior Finishes

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

08/14/2026

Registration and Race Start/Finish is at the Great Bear Chase Stadium.

2559 Spruce St
Calumet, MI 49913

Schedule

Friday, August 14, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Registration and Number Plate Pick-up
Saturday, August 15, 2026
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Registration and Number Plate Pick-up (All races)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Registration and Number Plate Pick-up (Adult races only)
9:00 a.m. - Rhythm Bike Shop 100 Yard Untimed Tots Event
- Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (untimed, suggested start time)
9:10 a.m. - Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Youth Short Race
9:30 a.m. - Rhythm Bike Shop Youth Long Race
10:15 a.m. - Youth Short and Long Race Awards
10:50 a.m. - Onyx Racing Products Long Race
11:00 a.m. - Down Wind Sports Medium Race
- Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race
1:30 p.m. - Short, Medium and Long Race Awards

08/14/2026

Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor Cross Country Sports for the top three male and female prizes in each race. Also donated is a Trek Precaliber youth bicycle to be given out in the kids races as door prize at the awards.

We have some awesome prizes this year so please make sure to stay for the awards ceremony.

RACE REGISTRATION AND RACE START/FINSH IS AT THE GREAT BEAR CHASE STADIUM OFF OF SPRUCE STREET

Race guide and race course info in comments

08/14/2026

Thanks Chris! Your inspired designs are a great addition to our energy of our race. Thanks for your continued support!

It’s Great Deer Chase weekend on the Swedetown Trails in Calumet! 8, 15 and 30 mile races plus an adventure ride option and races for kids. Race in the morning, hit Pasty Fest in the afternoon!

08/13/2026

With two days to go until race day we already have 141 racers registered and still need more volunteers to make the race a success.

Specifically we need several volunteers to help with traffic control at the race rollout, to volunteers for the first shift at the green stone aid station, and two or three for the first shift to help with finish line food and drink. If you are willing and able please consider signing up for any of these or any other role that appeals to you. Thank you!

The Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports is on Saturday August 15, 2026. It includes the following events: Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (untimed), Onyx Racing Products Long Race, Down Wind Sports Medium Race, Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race, Level Up Branded Appa...

08/13/2026

UPWard Coffee donated a lot of coffee for prizes this year! Our top box winners in the Short, Medium and Long races, will take home coffee, socks and the male and female winners of the Long race will receive a beautiful Chris King Espresso Tamper! 🤩Thank you Darin!! They will also be at the Great Deer Chase race venue on Saturday morning serving fresh brewed coffee for donations to the trails!

08/13/2026

The prizes for this years Great Deer Chase, on Saturday, keep rolling in! Thank you Rodeo Mexican Kitchen, Quincy Mine and Country Inn and Suites!!

The link for registration, course maps and volunteers sign up is in comments.