Bootjack Fun Run 9.06K

Welcome to the 8th Annual Bootjack Fun Run!

Created by friends for friends, the annual 9.06K Bootjack Fun Run is a 'move at your own pace' run/walk geared towards all ages and abilities. This is a dog-friendly event for friendly dogs, with leashes, please.

Race day is Saturday, August 8th, 2026 (2nd Sat in Aug).

Feature Races:

• 9.06k Run: Participants will enjoy this scenic run.
• 9.06k Walk: A leisurely walk for everyone.
• Mini906 Run/Walk: Runners and walkers start together.
• 0.906k Supermini: (.56 mi that you can run, walk or gallop - for kids and kids at heart!)

Event Location:

The race will start and end at the Dreamland Restaurant & Bar. The course is 9.06 kilometers (approx. 5.64 miles) and is situated on the wooded, paved road along beautiful Portage Lake in Lake Linden, MI.

All proceeds will be donated to the Bootjack First Responders. This is a rain or shine event and refunds will not be permitted. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, shirts will be available at the Dreamland Restaurant until September 4, 2026, and all proceeds will still be donated to the Bootjack First Responders. Registration is open. T-shirts are guaranteed only to those who register online by July 20, 2026.

Registration Details:

• Online Registration: Now through midnight of Aug 5, 2026.
• Pre-registration: Available in person at the Dreamland Restaurant on Friday, August 7 from 5:00-8:00 pm.
• Same Day Registration: Starts at the Dreamland on Saturday, Aug 8 at 8:00 am.
• Note: T-shirts are only guaranteed to those that register by July 20, 2026. (Limited supply of extra shirts available, first come first serve)

Race Day Details:

Pre-registration

Friday, Aug 7
5pm-8pm Check-in and Race Shirt pickup at Dreamland Restaurant & Bar

Race Day Registration

Saturday, Aug 8
8 AM Check-in and Race Shirt pickup at Dreamland Restaurant & Bar

Race Day Itinerary:

• 8:30am: 9.06k Run (5.6 miles)
• 8:45am: 9.06 Walk (5.6 miles)
• 9:00am: Mini906 Run and Walk 4.53k (2.8 miles) *Walkers and Runners start together.
• 10:00am: Super-Mini 0.906K (.56 miles)

Door prizes will be drawn at 9am and winners will be posted at the Dreamland. Prizes can be picked up at the conclusion of each race. Must be present to win.

For more information, visit the Bootjack Fun Run website.