Our Events 

     Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament

 May 29 - 30, 2026

           Tomassoni Tour - Cycle for ALS

September 17 - 19, 2026

              Black Woods Blizzard Tour

February 10 - 13, 2027

Our fundraising journey actually started with our annual ALS Fishing Tournament. Back in 1995, the tournament was started by family and friends of Kevin Kolquist. Kevin had been diagnosed with ALS and they wanted to do something to make a difference. And is now known as the Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament, presented by Kolar Toyota of Duluth.

Shortly after, four riders started the idea of an annual fundraising snowmobile ride when they rode their sleds around Lake Superior in 1999. The group received $15,000 in contributions, which were used to help those fighting Lou Gehrig's Disease. This event is now known as the Black Woods Blizzard Tour, presented by the Black Woods Group.

In 2023, we began our newest adventure honoring the late Minnesota State Senator, David Tomassoni, who worked tirelessly to secure $25 million in state funding in support of ALS research and direct care services. The Tomassoni Tour - Cycle for ALS is held in the fall on the beautiful Mesabi Trail, presented by b2Bank.