ParaBirkie
DATE CHANGE
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Adaptive 3K Ski Race
Hayward, WI
The ParaBirkie ski race features adaptive skiers as they become part of legend. The 3 km course will start behind the Hayward Intermediate and finish to roaring crowds at the American Birkebeiner Finish Line on Main Street in Hayward, WI! This event is ideal for adaptive skiers and their support crews to compete on the fabled Birkie Trail in a competitive race during Birkie Week. See you on the start line! #Birkie2026
Adaptive skiers are not limited to the ParaBirkie race. Adaptive athletes looking for additional registration information for the American Birkebeiner, Prince Haakon, or Kortelopet events are encouraged to contact registration@birkie.com.
Bib Pick-up
Bib pick-up will be from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. behind the Intermediate School.
Participants will receive their race bib and 2025 Birkie Week participant hat!
Schedule
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bib Pick Up | Behind the Intermediate School | 2:00 pm |
| 3 km Mass Start | Behind the Intermediate School | 2:30 pm |
| Finish Line Celebration | Finish Line | Cut-off at 3:30 pm |
Celebration
Post-Race Aid
- UnTapped Hydration
- Kemps Chocolate Milk
- Granola Bar
Commemorative Gifts/Awards
All participants will receive a ParaBirkie medal, race bib, and a participant hat!
Race Start – Behind the Intermediate School in Hayward, WI
Race Finish – American Birkebeiner Finish Line on Main Street!
Accessible parking at the finish is found adjacent to the Celebration Plaza and on each block near Main St.
Looking for a bigger challenge? Contact registration@birkie.com if you are interested in skiing the Prince Haakon, Kortelopet, or American Birkebeiner. We can help with logistics!
New to Adaptive Skiing? Learn about programs and resources available through the CXC Adaptive Program.
Other questions? Contact the Birkie Office birkie@birkie.com or 715.634.5025
Title Sponsor of the ParaBirkie
Gold Circle Elite
Gold Level Sponsors of the Major Birkie Events Year-Round
