Michele Hartwig quick bio

Me (in plum/purple jacket) with Cindy, Jeff, Jeff & Kyle at Hennepin Hundred finish line.

Race Director and founder of Ornery Mule Racing. Ornery Mule puts on trail and run events in the Midwest that includes Kettle Moraine 100 (one of the oldest 100 mile races in North America), Hennepin Hundred, Midwest States 100, Frozen Gnome, Earth Day, Soul Crusher, Galena Sky and more unique races on a variety of our favorite Illinois & Wisconsin trails. 

At the finish line of the Des Plaines 50k in October of 2023

A certified Running coach that enjoys training, learning, welcoming others to our sport and working on healthy nutrition. 

Trail & outdoor advocate that serves on two non-profit boards that support trails & outdoor space. 

In my down time I enjoy spoiling my cats Ryker & Goldie, and decorating my body with nature tattoos, traveling and spending time with my friends and family. I have the best husband in the world Royal, and two beautiful children, Royal and Tasha.