Nebraska Sports Council: Don’t Miss the Fun at the 2017 Mud Run

Nebraska’s longest-running mud/obstacle race, The Mud Run, will take place Saturday, August 26 at Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln.

The 11th annual Mud Run, sponsored by Nebraska Lottery and Scheels, features a course laden with more than a dozen obstacles, including a creek crossing, multiple mud pits, fire jump, and the NSC’s signature, a giant slip-n-slide. The fun begins at 9 a.m. with the mini-Mud Run, followed by the 3-mile events, including 3-person tethered teams, at 10 a.m.

More than 1,500 runners from more than 70 Nebraska communities and surrounding states are expected to take part. All participants receive a Mud Run soft t-shirt, coupon for a free Arby’s Roast Beef sandwich, a free age-appropriate beverage (Gatorade or beer), and access to the post-race party featuring a photo backdrop, vendor giveaways, music, food and beverages. Awards include medals for the top three male and female finishers in each age group and finisher medals for all other runners.

Deadlines are August 25 for the 1-mile Mini-Mud Run and August 22 for the 3-mile. Those interested can register or find information at NebraskaSportsCouncil.com.