Upcoming events.
Hotdish 100
We’re stoked to be again partnering with Chase Wark and Adventure Cycle and Ski for the most Minnesotan of Minnesota races, the Hotdish 100. This 50K, 100K and 100 Mile race through the driftless hills of Minnesota is just an hour from our farm, and we just can’t wait to go play bikes!
Ridin' Dirty Gravel
“Ridin’ Dirty Gravel at Sittin’ Pretty Farm, p/b Femme Forty Racing is a new supported, unsanctioned gravel event in the beautiful Wisconsin Driftless, which was spared the last round of ice age glaciers. Rather than hills and lakes, the Driftless Area is dominated by steep ridges and river valleys. No matter the route you choose, you’ll be ridin’ scenic roads through sprawlin’ landscapes and small farms and towns, experiencin’ the magic of the Driftless.” - Ridin’ Dirty
Day Across Minnesota DAMN
August 2nd 2025. The Day Across Minnesota. 240 miles of Minnesota gravel roads by bicycle in a single day. Midnight to midnight. Start in Gary, South Dakota and finish in Hager City, Wisconsin. Be a DAMn Champion.
Marji Gesick
“You want to test yourself against what Jeremiah Bishop called “The hardest single-day mountain bike race in America.” Some will chase a buckle. Most will try to finish.”
From 906 Adventure Team
Le Grand du Nord
“Le Grand du Nord is one of the most spectacular gravel courses in the United States. Beginning in downtown Grand Marais, riders will quickly leave the shores of Lake Superior as they head into the Sawtooth Range.”
Rumble on the Ridge
Last Person Standing. Start with a mile. You get 20 minutes to do it. After 20 minutes, start your next mile. Then your next. And Next. This year the 24 Hour club was founded after 72 miles of Driftless climbing. What a very cool event, hosted by the very cool people of Driftless Enduranceright here in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin. We can’t wait to do more with them!
Coon Creek Confluence
“Celebrating community, watershed conservation, and the trout season opener in the headwaters of the Coon Creek Watershed”
The Ramp Romp!
Forage your way through the Driftless Region by foot, bike and boat, then craft delicious meals featuring local foods and your foraged finds! A full weekend of adventures at the Embark Maple Woods.
Sap Run Scramble
Slip, slide & scramble your way through the Embark Maple Woods in the heart of syrup season, and enjoy maple based “Snack Stops” along the journey!
Arrowhead 135 Embark Oasis
“The Arrowhead 135 is recognized in the book “The World’s Toughest Endurance Challenges” by Richard Hoad and Paul Moore as one of the 50 toughest races in the world. It is a human powered Ultra Marathon taking place in the coldest part of winter in the coldest city in the lower 48 states.”
Grand Traverse
Since the 1990s, this iconic race through the mountains from Crested Butte, CO to Aspen CO has challenged and inspired skiers around the globe.
Sap Run Scramble!
Come to the farm for a 5K adventure through the woods during syrup season, complete with maple-based snacks, sillyness, and a sugar house tour!
Canoecopia
Canoecopia is the largest paddlesports consumer event in the world, and we will be there!
Polar Roll
Eric the Fox will be at the Mass Start on Feb. 17 as well as the Ultra on Feb. 19
Lake Macbride Classic
The Lake Macbride Fat Tire Classic is a Fat Bike Event like no other. Presented by Sugar Bottom Bikes and The Solon Centennial Lions Club, the Race will take you around scenic Lake Macbride on twisty pea gravel, flowing singletrack, scenic beaches, blazing fast double track, hilly and steep snowmobile trails, challenging hiking trails, and scenic gravel roads. For those looking for a more casual experience, the 10 Mile Fat Fun Ride may be for you. Many of the trails in the Tace are not permitted for bikes EXCEPT on race day, so this is your only chance to ride them! The fast end of the 30 mile race has finished at around 2 hours with the back end of the race taking as long as 5 1/2 hours. As always, for 2024 we will have a new but equally challenging course for ya'll. Expect a lot of the same stuff you've seen in years past with some added surprises of course!
St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra
Foot, Ski, Bike… find out if you have what it takes in this short-course survivalist winter adventure.
The St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra is a winter survivalist race in the same spirit as the Arrowhead 135 and Tuscobia 160. Participants travel roughly 40 miles through St. Croix State Park on foot, ski, or fat bike, carrying all essential survival gear through a cold Minnesota night.
Triple D
The first thing you need to know about the race – it is a bit of a circus… but that is by design! As you traverse the scenic route by bike or by foot, you’ll receive little support. Whether you’re juggling water bottles as you skate down Heritage Trail, or balancing a tight-rope as you cross a thin bridge on the bike route, there is something for outdoor enthusiasts of all ability levels at the Triple D Winter Endurance Race!
Tuscobia Winter Ultra
Eric the Fox will be returning for his third year spreading Good Energy at the Tuscobia Winter Ultra.
The Tuscobia Winter Ultra is a human powered run, bike or ski event held on the Tuscobia and Wild Rivers State Trails in Northern Wisconsin, in the middle of winter.
Discount Liquor Demo
Stop in for some refreshment and sample our delicious Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup!
West Allis Cheese & Sausage Demo
Drop in for some DELICIOUSNESS at West Allis Cheese and Sausage! Eric the Fox will be sampling our very delicious Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup!
Ramp Romp Ride 2023
A new spin on Ramfest, the Ramp Romp Ride is rolling out! Bike and forage for your supper through the beautiful hills of the Driftless region. Approximately 40 miles of riding through the Timber Coulee watershed with four stops to forage and learn about this unique ecosystem, rounded out by a wood-fired pizza made with the foods you have foraged! Click for details and tickets.
Sap Run Scramble 2023
If you'd like to run/hike/scramble through our woods during syrup season, you're in luck! We're hosting the second annual Sap Run Scramble at our farm on Saturday, March 18th. This is a slippery, muddy, non-competitve 5K with 1000 feet of elevation and tasty maple-based snack stops every kilometer or so. The trail treks through our maple forest during the heart of syrup season, a uniquely beautiful and fascinating time of year. Come out and play, taste tasty things and learn about the forest we call home. Bring a friend and stock up on Good Energy!
Small Business Saturday
Join us as we partner with The Historic Fortney in Viroqua, WI for a pop-up shop! On Saturday Nov. 26th come say hi to us from 11-4pm inside the Historic Fortney Lounge. We'll have maple samples, hot maple steamers, Embark and our Bourbon Barrel lines for purchase. Shop small, shop local!
Twinklefest Parade
The city of Viroqua is gearing up to celebrate the return of the annual Twinklefest Parade on Friday, November 25 at 6 pm. Traditionally held the Friday after Thanksgiving, Twinklefest is a dazzling parade featuring twinkling floats and entries of all types decked out in extravagant lights. The parade goes through the heart of downtown, and kicks off the holiday season.
Honeycrisp Hootenanny
There's a fox in the henhouse, folks. Ecker's Honeycrisp Hootenanny is October 15th and the music, food, and beer is going to make you shake your tail-feathers! Bree, Brandie, and Sylvan will be there handing out samples of delicious maple goodness. Bourbon Barrel and Embark Maple syrup for sale on site! More info and tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/honeycrisp-hootenanny-2022-tickets-398820802757
pertNear 20
Join Bluedog Cycles for the pertNear 20, a mountain bike race that explores Vernon Trails' sustainably managed trail networks at Hubbard Hills, Rusty Ridge, and Sidie Hollow. This all day event includes a kids race, a pert near 10 mile race and the all encompassing pert near 20 mile race. Both short and long courses will feature a brand new, nearly 2 mile long descent on the Eastern mountain (previously undeveloped). We'll all be gathering and celebrating at the Sidie Hollow County Park Pavilion, where the VTAC NICA team will be feeding us with their chili cook off.
Iron Bull Red Granite Gravel Grinder
A 60 mile adventure ride not to be taken lightly with an impressive 93% gravel. Laura is riding and Eric the Fox will be on course with an aid station! Register here: https://www.ironbull.org/red-granite-grinder-details
Lone Wolf 50
A limited support gravel road adventure ride through the scenic Nicolet National Forest hosted by the Laona Rescue Squad. Laura will be on course with an aid station! Registration is open until Tuesday September 27th, register here: https://www.bikereg.com/52728
Kickapoo Valley Reserve DAM Challenge
The Kickapoo Reserve Dam Challenge Triathlon challenges participants to compete among the rugged hills of scenic southwestern Wisconsin's rural countryside and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. Proceeds from this event benefit the Kickapoo Valley Reserve education program. Brandie will be on course with Embark Maple Energy for the racers. Find our more here: http://kvr.state.wi.us/Events/Annual-Events/DamChallenge/
Heck of the North
2022 marks the 14th anniversary of The Heck of the North! This is the event that started it all on the North Shore.
We will be offering three beautiful courses this year: the 105 mile course that is a true Heck classic; the 55 mile course is equally challenging and scenic; and the 20 mile course to introduce new riders to the world of gravel cycling. Find out more here: https://www.heckofthenorth.com/heck-about