Storm the Farm

Join us for the 5th year of the race that started it all!

In the spring of 2019, an idea was born—to organize an inclusive trail event called Storm the Farm, welcoming participants of all abilities. This event aimed to showcase the challenging terrain of the driftless area while supporting local youth mental health organizations.

With the support of 148 individuals in the first year, Storm the Farm not only became a reality but also marked the inception of Storm Sporting Events. Today, we are pleased to share our growth with four trail events in The Storm Trail Race Series, the Trail Running Film Festival, and the Trinona adult and kids triathlons.

Together, as a community, we are making a difference by raising funds for programs and scholarships dedicated to providing essential services in youth mental healthcare.

Join us and become part of this journey. Storm Sporting Events is more than just events; it's about building a positive community focused on mental health, physical activity, and giving back.

Let's continue our efforts and contribute to the well-being of young minds. Your support is invaluable to us.

Cupless Event

To lessen our race's footprint on the environment, we are cupless. Please bring your own reusable cup, refillable water bottle, etc… We will be selling silicone cups at check-in.

Course Summary

The Race will be held at Briggs Outdoors. You will get to experience the steep climbs, open prairies, and wooded single-track trails that the bluffs in the Driftless Region of Southeast Minnesota has to offer.

Race Information

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RACE DAY! There will NOT be race day registrations.

We have 5k, 10k, 21k, 30k, and 43k “Ultra” distances starting on Saturday, July 20th at 6:00 am.

• The 21k, 30k, and 43k events qualify for the 2024 UMTR Race Series! Click here to learn more.

Shirts - Once again we are collaborating with Craft Sportswear USA to bring you a short-sleeved Loppet technical shirt. "Our fast-drying tech fabric transports sweat away from your skin as your body heat cools. Wear our polyester t-shirts and never feel that damp, cold, heavy clothing against your heated skin again, so don’t let it hamper you from achieving optimal performance." Deadline to receive a shirt on race day is  June 20th

Friday, July 19th

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm - Packet pickup. Wood-fired Pizzas will be available for purchase, so come early hang out for a while and enjoy a pre-race meal.

Saturday, July 20th

5:00 am - 8:30 am - Packet Pickup

6:00 am - 43k start

8:00 am - 21k and 30k start

8:30 am - 10k and 5k start

10:00 am - 2:00 pm - The Bootleggers will play awesome live music!

All-day:  games, music, spectating, and wood-fired pizzas for purchase.

Friday night camping is available for $10. Tents and small teardrop-style campers are welcome (no hook-ups available).

FAQs

THERE ARE NO CUTOFFS FOR THESE EVENTS!   WE WILL CHEER IN THE LAST FINISHER THE SAME AS WE DID THE FIRST FINISHER!!! 

Please carefully read the FAQs document. It’s your responsibility to understand the rules before making your purchase. You will have the option to re-read these at checkout.

Post Race Activities

Wood-fired Pizzas, Burger baskets, and other food options will be available for purchase so you can refuel after your race. 

Our Mission

Storm Sporting Events is a non-profit organization that aims to promote health and wellness while raising awareness for youth mental health through inclusive events for all ages. Our goal is to raise funds for programs and scholarships dedicated to providing essential services in youth mental healthcare. We strive to create a welcoming and positive community with a focus on mental health, physical activity, and giving back to others.

Your donations and a percentage of each registration to this event will go to the Youth Mental Health programs at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center.

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