The Ely Chamber of Commerce will once again host the Ely Marathon and Boundary Waters Bank Marathon this fall. Participants must use traditional canoes designed to be paddled by one or two people, and may take part in the entire 26.2-mile race, or the half-marathon competition.
The Ely Marathon takes place September 22, 2018, in Ely, Minnesota. The Portage Division will include options for those who are searching for the challenge of portaging a canoe for the entire 26.2- mile race on their own, or a team relay division which will allow up to six members on each team. The Boundary Waters Bank Half Marathon, which takes place on the same day, added a canoe division in 2017. Those not quite up to a 26.2-mile trek can take part in the half marathon race.
A canoe used for the Ely Marathon or Boundary Waters Bank Half Marathon must be a traditional canoe designed to be paddled by one or two people, commonly used for an extended time in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Kayaks, models, plastic, inflatable, and cardboard are not allowed.
This is the fourth year that the Ely Marathon and Boundary Waters Bank Half Marathon have drawn thousands of people to the edge of the wilderness for this memorable race. Weekend events also include a 5k Glow Run and a “Kids Marathon” coined the Dorothy Molter Root Beer Run. A fitness expo, live music, obstacle course and food trucks will also grace this year’s event.
The Ely Marathon and Boundary Waters Bank Marathon is hosted by the Ely Chamber of Commerce, City of Ely and Incredible Ely and is coordinated by Stone Soup Events. Registration and additional information can be found at elymarathon.com or by emailing: run@elymarathon.com
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