Wulfman’s CDT-14K
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Every continent except Antarctica has a continental divide. In North America the divide runs from northwestern Canada along the crest of the Rocky Mountains to Mexico’s Sierra Madre Occidental, and it is generally the line that divides the flow of water between the Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean.
In 1968 a federal plan for the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) was mandated, and today, construction of the CDT is estimated to be 95% complete.
The 14 Butte-iful kilometers along the CDT between Montana’s Homestake and Pipestone passes in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest are completed, and that section offers scenic vistas with majestic rock formations. This race along that route celebrates the trail and the memory of one of its greatest local proponents — the late John “the Wulfman” Wulf, who was the God Father of Butte’s Piss & Moan Runners. The race is run on Summer Solstice Saturday, the anniversary of the Wulfman’s last group run.
Race proceeds are used to help build and improve trails in southwest Montana.
We Piss & Moan Runners promise our best in creating a race experience that is challenging, memorable and fun for runners of all ages and abilities!!
Race Emails
2025 Bib and Bus assignment
| Below is the bus schedule and seeding for the 2025 Wulfman Race. Weather is going to be cool, and we think times are going to be smoking fast! This information will be posted in the parking area on the north side of Homestake Pass. Your packets with your bib number will be ready for you to retrieve before you board your assigned bus. Be sure to be wearing your number when you board the bus. Bib and Bus List We’ll send information tomorrow about awards and the picnic, along with a huge thanks to our sponsors and volunteers. |
| 2025 Wulfman Bus Schedule – June 21, 2025 7:45 AM – Buses arrive at Homestake for loading 8:00 AM – Bus #1 departs Homestake with assigned runners to Pipestone Pass starting area. 8:08 AM – Bus #2 departs Homestake carrying assigned runners. 8:15 AM – Bus #3 departs Homestake carrying assigned runners. 8:23 AM – Bus #4 departs Homestake carrying assigned runners. |
Email #1
The Wulfman team looks forward to hosting you on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Information regarding packet pick-up, estimated time, parking, directions, the amazing trail, and essential honey buckets is provided below.
If you need to change your estimated time, use the RunSignUp website. For perspective, the fastest times ever run on this course are just under an hour. That is smoking fast, and hasn’t been done for years. Remember, this estimate dictates where you are seeded at the start. The fastest runners start at the front. If you want to revisit your estimated time, login to RunSignUp and go to your Upcoming Events / Manage Registration / then choose Questions. There you can modify your estimated time, then check Update Responses. The deadline for modifying estimated time is midnight on Monday, June 16, 2025.
To find Wulfman’s race site, exit I-90 at Homestake Pass, Exit #233. Follow the signs and the directions of our volunteer parking attendants to designated parking NORTH of I-90. There you will find posted start times, bus assignments, and volunteers distributing race packets which will include your race number and bib chip. ***Note, we will NOT be distributing race numbers on buses. They should be picked up before you board your assigned bus.***
Do not park near an I-90 entrance or exit ramp at any time. Our relationship with the MT highway department depends on your cooperation. We use the south side of I-90 near the starting line for emergency vehicles, porta-potties, and other needs. Please cross to the north side of I-90 to park.
Please be conscientious if you take a vehicle to Pipestone pass. Busses and emergency vehicles need to be able to enter and exit the parking area and navigate the corners of the road without obstruction.
The section of CDT you’ll be traversing is currently clear of snow and deadfall.
The legendary Wulfman owned his own miniature “honey bucket” toilet and he rarely traveled far without it, but we don’t expect you to match his high standard. There will be porta-john’s in the parking lot, at the start area, at the finish, and at the post-race picnic. Remember that our Golden VIPs may cut directly to the front of the bathroom lines.
We would like to take this opportunity to begin thanking a few of our partners. This event would not be possible without the help of fine, local folks such as those at U.S.F.S. Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest, and Water & Environmental Technologies. Their generosity, along with that of numerous others is greatly appreciated.
Email #2
BIB NUMBERS
Your race number must be picked up in the north parking area of Homestake Pass. We will be set up and ready to greet you by 0700. The first bus will depart Homestake at 0800.
Bus assignments, the exact bus schedule, and race seeding will be e-mailed on Thursday, June 19. Hard copies of the lists will be posted near the parking area on race morning. Who rides which bus will be determined by the seeding of runners.
The first bus shuttles will arrive at 7:45 a.m. for boarding. It will depart for Pipestone Pass at 8:00 a.m. The subsequent shuttles will depart shortly thereafter. The bus ride to the unloading zone will last ~20 minutes, leaving you with about 30 minutes to warm up and make your way to the starting line. You will be able to identify your bus by its numbered sign. You should be wearing your bib when you step onto the bus. You may bring a gear bag for items you want prior to starting, but don’t want for racing. Your gear bag will be shuttled back to the finish. There will be crossing guards to safely help you across Hwy2 from the bus unloading, to the trail leading to the start.
STARTING LINE
Wulfman’s CDT-14K uses a time-trial format to help avoid crowding on the narrow trail. Each of you will be seeded with a starting time based on your self-predicted estimated time. “Hares” go off first with “porcupines” following to minimize the need for passing.
Your race number will double as your starting time. The first runner to start will have the number “9:00:00” and that rabbit will set off at exactly 9 a.m. Another runner will start every 10 seconds thereafter. If your number reads “9:18:40” it means that your race time will start ticking at exactly 18 minutes and 40 seconds after 9 a.m. The clock will run whether or not you are physically in the starting chute. If you miss your start time, you may start as soon as you can access the trail without interfering with other runners. We will not attempt to correct times for late starters regardless of what your watch records.In typical race fashion, your number should be visibly fastened to your clothing.
200+ runners will be on the trail within 40+ minutes, which means the process moves swiftly. You will be instructed to line up in race number order. You should be near the start, with eyes and ears wide open as your start time approaches. You go from “in the hole” to “on deck” to “at bat” all within 20 seconds. A list of start times will be sent with the bus assignments. The same lists will be posted on the bulletin board in Homestake’s north parking lot on race morning.
At the starting line you will be cued by a display clock that will be counting off the time of day, and at the same moment when your start time shows on the clock, your official start signal will be produced by an automated device that beeps and flashes green. Pay attention to the runners starting before you so that you understand what you should do and when you should do it. Volunteers will be present to guide the process.
DURING THE RACE
If seeding has placed you ahead of someone who is ready to pass you, let him or her safely pass by. If you choose to listen to tunes while touring the CDT’s tranquility, then please keep one ear free and stay alert for runners needing to pass. If you find you need to pass a runner and they have not moved aside, call out on which side you are passing and move through. This is a single track trail, but passing should not be cumbersome for any runner.
AFTER THE RACE
After you pass over the finish mat there will be a few refreshments,. We encourage everyone to make their way to our picnic and awards that immediately follow at the High Altitude Center just down the pass. Don’t forget to retrieve your gear bag.
This event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors and cooperation with our partners. We would like to take this opportunity to show our gratitude to these local organizations who help keep you comfortable and safe: Jefferson Valley EMS&R, Hoffmans R&M, and Harlow Bussing Company. Their support is appreciated!
Email #3 – see above info on Bus and Bib numbers
Email #4
Below, you will find useful information regarding the post-race picnic directions and awards ceremony.
Wulfman’s CDT-14K will be followed immediately by a picnic, prize drawing, and awards ceremony that you will not want to miss. It all happens at the High Altitude Center, beginning as runners arrive from ~11:00 a.m. until ~1:30 p.m.
You will finish the race where your car is parked at Homestake Pass, it is about 4 miles down I-90 to the High Altitude Speed Skating Center. There is plenty of parking for a crowd of our size. The address is 34 Olympic Way, Butte MT, 59701. There will be seating inside where food will be served and, if the weather cooperates, we can also pull benches outside. The facilities are limited. There are no public restrooms, so we’ll have a port-a-johns, a hand washing station, and hand sanitizer. We will have our homemade chili, homemade cookies, and beverages including beer from Butte Brewing Co.
Directions: Take the entrance ramp onto I-90 heading to Butte. You’ll exit at Continental which is near the bottom of the pass. Turn left, go over the interstate, straight through the stop sign then take a right on Three Bears Way. Three Bears Way will intersect with Olympic Way, and the building will be in front of you on the left. It is hard to miss, as there is a speed skating circle in the yard. Golden VIP’s will enjoy premium parking spots.
Preliminary race results will be available ~11 a.m at the picnic, about the same time that runners begin to arrive. The awards ceremony will start around 11:30 with awards and random prizes given out as you feast on complimentary picnic fare. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win any prize or award.
Will will have prizes for 1st – 5th overall winners, and 1st – 3rd age group awards.
Again, this event would not be possible without the generosity of our partners.
We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the generous gifts from Hoka, and local businesses Florence Coffee and Roastery, Recreate Climbing & Fitness Gym, Headframe Spirits, Butte Brewing Company, The M&M Bar & Grill, 5518 Designs, Sunrise Kiwanis, Metals Sports Bar & Grill, Oro Fino Coffee, SheBrews Coffee, and Dairy Queen. We appreciate your support.