The Hodag Hustle

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us for the first annual Hodag Hustle in memory of our wonderful Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Brother, Bill Carlson. Bill was an avid runner and strived to remain healthy throughout his whole life. We want to continue his legacy while also remembering his hometown of Rhinelander, WI, where he still remains in the Hodag Hall of Fame for his uber fast time in the half mile. The '595' number the pictured Hodag is wearing was Bill's bib number when he completed the Boston Marathon in 1977.

🗓️ Date and Location

• Date: October 11, 2025
• Location: Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park, 4064 Vilas Road, Cottage Grove, WI
• Start Time: 8 AM for both events
• Events: 5k run and 1-mile walk

🎗️ Cause and Support

All proceeds will be donated to The Goodman Center, a cause that meant so much to Bill and where he also volunteered so much of his time.

💵 Registration Information

• Cost: $60 to sign up
• Inclusions: Shirt, timing chip, medal
• Post-Race: Complementary food and drinks after the race!
• Registration Link: Sign Up Here

❤️ Motto

Hope you can join - the motto of The Hodag Hustle is 'Treat Others How You Want To Be Treated' - a message so near and dear to our wonderful Bill!