Himanaji Winter Challenge
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About the race
The Himanaji Winter Challenge is a snowshoe race hosted by Tara Lila at the Ripco Road Park Unit in Oneida County, Wisconsin. It takes place in Eagle River on February 6, 2027, at the park unit located at 7550 Ripco Road.
The event is organized as a winter trail race over a course of approximately 5 km (the distance is also listed as 5.1 km in some materials). Entry fees are listed as an early rate of $20, rising to $30 at a later registration stage; entries for participants under 18 are free. Registration opens on October 1, 2026.
The name Himanaji is derived from Sanskrit elements meaning snowy and racecourse. The event description notes an intention to combine physical testing with exploration of the local Northwoods in winter. The format is a single timed snowshoe distance run on park trails within the Ripco Road Park Unit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.