Michigan
May 14–17, 2026

Electronic Waiver (Required)

Join the Raptor Family for an epic long weekend at the iconic Silver Lake Sand Dunes. This event is all about wide-open dunes, scenic trail runs, great food, and the kind of camaraderie you only get when Raptors roll together.

Whether you are new to off-roading or a seasoned driver, this event delivers unforgettable terrain, experienced trail leadership, and nonstop fun from sunrise to well after sunset.

Registration & Lodging

• Registration is required and available online.

• Accommodations are not included. Stay onsite at the event! Silver Sands Hotel and Resort is our new Base Camp!

• A valid Silver Lake State Park ORV Dune Tag is required and must be purchased separately for dune access.

What’s Included With Your Ticket

• Commemorative Challenge Coin

• Official Event T-Shirt

• Curated Swag Bag

• Event Truck Placard

• Raffle Ticket

• Saturday Dinner for Two (menu to be announced)

• Saturday Grab-and-Go Breakfast for Two

• Guaranteed dune and trail time with experienced Raptor leaders

Event Schedule

Schedule subject to change

Thursday, May 14 | Bonus Day

• 12:00 PM – Check-in and tech inspection

• 2:00 PM – Trail run

• 5:00 PM – First dune session

• Evening – No-host group dinner (location to be announced)

Friday, May 15 | Welcome Day

• 10:00 AM – Check-in, welcome packet pickup, tech check

• 12:00 PM – Drivers meeting followed by dunes

• 5:00–6:00 PM – No-host dinner. Support local businesses

• 7:30 PM – Town parade and sunset cruise

• 9:00 PM – Late check-ins and bonfire (location to be announced)

Saturday, May 16 | Main Event

• 8:45 AM – Drivers meeting (location to be announced)

• 9:00 AM – Group A: Dunes | Group B: Trails

• 1:00 PM – Group A: Trails | Group B: Dunes

• 6:00 PM – Dinner, awards, raffles, and challenge coin ceremony

• 7:00 PM – Sunset dunes and night play

• Evening – Optional night cruise and bonfire

Sunday, May 17 | Farewell Day

• 9:30 AM – Open play. Choose dunes or trails

• 10:00 AM – Drivers meeting

• 12:00 PM – Event teardown

• 2:00 PM – Final play or head home. Don’t forget to plan for next year

Exclusive Driver Workshops

• Recovery Techniques – Keith Mandoske

• Spotting 101 & Vehicle Awareness – Jason Meredith, Raptor Junkies

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Offroad Alliance