Badger Mountain Challenge
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Badger Mountain Challenge
The Badger Mountain Challenge is a multi-distance trail running event held at Badger Mountain Preserve in Richland, WA and organized by Nomad Trail Runners. The preserve offers local ridges and views of the Columbia Basin; the event emphasizes trail running and hiking on those public open spaces.
The event includes multiple race options:
- 15 km
- 15 km ruck
- 55 km
- 50 miles
- 50 mile ruck
- 100 km
- 100 miles
- **50 mile and 55 km double entry category
The ruck divisions require competitors to carry a backpack weighing between 20 and 30 pounds, excluding water and food used during the race. All ruck division finishers receive a custom Badger rucking patch. Entrants may receive post-race food after finishing.
The event uses a mix of volunteer support and race staff. Volunteers receive a race logo shirt and either a free future entry to a BMC 15 km race or a discounted fee for longer distances. The event materials describe a community-focused atmosphere with on-course support and opportunities for runners and hikers to use the local trail system. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
