Backyard Nonsense

Backyard Nonsense : Brighton, Wisconsin

Backyard Nonsense is an endurance running event scheduled for September 26, 2026, at Richard Bong State Recreation Area near Vern Wolf Lake in Brighton, WI. The organizer is Cussing Runner, also known as Curious Ultrarunner's Secret Society (CUSS Running). The event was postponed from June 6, 2026 to the September date.

The event offers multiple timed race formats and a backyard-style option. Listed entry fees range from $45.70 to $138.32 (USD) across four offer options.

Race options include:

• Backyard 24, 4.1-mile loop each hour
• 24-hour Ultra, continuous running for 24 hours
• 12-hour timed event
• 6-hour timed event
• 3-hour timed event

Group campgrounds are reserved at the park and family or support crews may attend. All vehicles on site must have a 2026 Wisconsin State Park pass or purchase a day pass at the park entrance.

The organizer states a policy of inclusion: a number of free entries are available for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ athletes while funds last, entrants' declared gender will be accepted without additional evidence, and non-binary participants can request pronoun or registration record updates after registering. The course is described as looped trail running around the recreation area and lake areas with marked loops. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.