Event Info
Cody Buus Invitational Courage Snowmobile Ride
February 19-21, 2026
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Join us for an unforgettable 3-day no-tolerance snowmobile ride event in Northern Minnesota, February 19-21, 2026, and support Cody Buus’s legacy while making a difference for children and families affected by illness!
Kick off the Cody Buus Invitational Courage Snowmobile Ride with a hearty breakfast buffet at Island Lake Inn in Duluth, then embark on your journey through scenic routes of Northern Minnesota. After the ride, riders and volunteers can enjoy comfortable stays and included dinners each night at Fortune Bay Casino.
On Saturday, wrap up the ride with a celebratory dinner, live auction, and check presentation to the
Northern Lights Foundation.
Riders and volunteers will enjoy a complimentary dinner, while guests can join the celebration by purchasing a ticket. Don’t miss out on this chance to ride, support a great cause, and have a blast!
Thursday
2.19.2026
Times and locations are tentative and subject to change.
6:30am
Riders and volunteers, join us for an included breakfast buffet at the Island Lake Inn in Duluth, MN, to kick-start your morning and get ready for the first day of riding.
7:30am – 8:00am
Riders to start heading out on the first route!
Afternoon
We will stop for lunch at Benchwarmers (please note, riders and volunteers are responsible for covering this meal) then ride onward to Fortune Bay Casino in Tower, MN, upon arrival, check into your included hotel room. After you are checked in feel free to join the other riders and voluteers at the firepit.
6:00pm
Riders and volunteers please join us for an included buffet dinner with pizza and wings.
Friday
2.20.2026
Times and locations are tentative and subject to change.
6:30am
Before heading out, enjoy the included breakfast buffet and prepare for your second day of riding. Please be sure you sleds are full of gas and oil prior to leaving on the ride.
7:30am – 8:00am
Riders to start heading out on Friday’s route!
TBD
Break for lunch in Ely, MN at Grand Ely Lodge, featuring a taco bar buffet and refreshments for $15.00.
Please note, riders and volunteers are responsible for covering this meal.
Afternoon
Ride onward back to Fortune Bay Casino in Tower, MN for the evening. The firepit will be going for anyone that would like to join in.
6:00pm
Riders and volunteers join us for an included prime rib and chicken dinner.
Saturday
2.21.2026
Times and locations are tentative and subject to change.
6:30am
Before heading out, enjoy the included breakfast buffet and prepare for your last day of riding.
8:00am – 8:30am
Riders to start heading out on Saturday’s route back to Duluth, MN!
Lunch
Upon returning to Duluth, you’re welcome and encouraged to enjoy lunch at your leisure at the Island Lake Inn.
Please note, riders and volunteers are responsible for covering this cost.
6:00pm
Join us for a celebration dinner, live auction, and check presentation! Enjoy a complimentary dinner as a thank-you to all riders and volunteers; guests can join for just $45.
Evening
Skip the drive home after dinner and enjoy a relaxing night at AmericInn South Black Woods Event Center in Proctor, MN, where comfort and convenience await just moments from your evening out. A block of rooms will be reserved under “Courage Ride”.
Please note, riders and volunteers are responsible for covering this hotel stay.