Qualifying race for the Birke and Kortelopet with proceeds going to local community projects of the Hayward Lions Club.This Lions Club Fundraiser and FUN race has no equal when it comes to preparing one mentally and physically for the American Birkebeiner. In other words, once you have completed the Pre-Birkie you will have the confidence to take on the mother of all XC marathon races, the American Birkebeiner.

The race will start and end at Birkie Ridge Trail Head, north of Seeley on Hwy 63. 

You can find race times, course description, and registration information when you visit prebirkie.com. 

All racers receive official race sweatshirt, beverage, donut and brat.