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Western Challenge: IT IS ON!
The Western Challenge is ON for Dec 5-6-7, 2025
Come join us on Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN for a weekend of informal racing. As Mark “the Icemaker” Kiefer would say: Friday is always the best day…and it’s going to be epic!

New this year is Ron Sherry’s iceboat clinic, scheduled for Friday at 10am. It doesn’t matter if you are new to the sport, or a ranked sailor, all are welcome to attend.

As of today, the lake is completely frozen but still on the thin side. Fortunately, the colder temperatures should make plenty of ice by Friday. The forecast has great daytime and nighttime temps for making ice. We do have a back-up site, if needed.

Anyone venturing out on the ice before Friday should use caution. Scout the area you intend to sail. Never venture out on the ice by yourself. Use the buddy system, bring proper equipment and wear a life jacket.

LAUNCH
Launch area at Starbuck next to Water’s Edge Bar and at Starbuck City Park / beach
521 S Main Street Starbuck, MN 56381
Water’s Edge Bar and Restaurant is right next to the park

LODGING
Lakes Area Inn Starbuck, MN
604 N Main St, Starbuck, MN 56381
(320) 239-4300

Super 8 by Wyndham Glenwood, MN
340 County Rd 21 S, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 334-2254

Baymont by Wyndham Glenwood, MN
100 15th St SE, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 634-6017

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Glenwood, MN
114 Minnesota Ave E, Glenwood, MN 56334
(320) 334-3700