🇺🇸 17.76 Freedom & Memorial Run and Ride
Honoring Mark Knutson
🗓 Saturday, July 5th, 2025
📍 Detroit Lakes, MN
⏰ Start anytime between 7:30–8:00 AM
(Exact start may vary depending on morning temps — watch Facebook for updates)
📏 Distance: 17.76 miles — walk, run, ride, or mix it up!
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Join us for the 17.76 Freedom & Memorial Run and Ride as we honor the life and legacy of Mark Knutson — a beloved leader and friend who dedicated his life to building stronger communities through running, biking, and recreation.
The symbolic 17.76-mile distance pays tribute to both Mark’s lasting impact and the birth of the United States in 1776, representing freedom, perseverance, and unity.
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🎽 Grab Your 17.76 Swag
Show your support and sport your red, white, and blue!
https://shirtsfromfargo.com/shop-storefronts/organizations/lets-go-running-fargo/?sort=newest
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🏃🚴 Choose Your Journey
Whether you choose to run, walk, ride — or combine them all, your mission is simple:
Complete 17.76 miles in honor of Mark and the spirit of freedom.
💧 Unassisted water stops will be available around the lake.
📍 Route suggestions will be shared a few days before the event.
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🎉 Post-Event BBQ & Potluck
🕚 11:15 AM – 1:15 PM
📍The Minnesota (a few blocks from the pavilion in Detroit Lakes)
Join us for a laid-back BBQ meet & greet potluck to reconnect and reflect.
🥗 Potluck details will be shared a few days before the event.
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Run free. Ride proud. Remember Mark. Celebrate America. 🇺🇸
Also check out other Food & Drink events in Detroit Lakes, Sports events in Detroit Lakes.
