Bend to Whistler Annual Challenge

  • Date Thu 15th January 2026 - Fri 15th January 2027
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $53.75
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an incredible adventure with the Bend to Whistler Annual Challenge, kicking off on January 15, 2026, in Seattle, King County! This epic virtual challenge spans an astounding 700 miles from Bend, Oregon, to Whistler, BC, and you have a full six months to complete it, either solo or as part of a relay team. Whether you choose to run, walk, or bike, you can set your own pace with a target of as few as 26.2 miles per week. Join a vibrant community of over 5,500 challengers and earn milestone badges as you traverse this stunning Pacific Northwest route, all while raising funds for the Beautiful Together Animal Sanctuary, with a goal of reaching $50,000 to support animal rescue programs.

Participants will enjoy a host of exciting perks, including a limited edition Bend to Whistler T-Shirt, a beautiful Finisher's Medal, and access to live map tracking to monitor your progress alongside fellow challengers. With a supportive online community and plenty of motivation, this challenge is perfect for anyone looking to make a difference while experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to challenge yourself and contribute to a worthy causeβ€”sign up

Organiser's Description

YOUR 2026 CHALLENGE STARTS ANYTIME YOU'RE READY!
OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE $50,000 FOR BEAUTIFUL TOGETHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY

THE BEND TO WHISTLER EPIC 700-MILE CHALLENGE (SOLO AND RELAY TEAMS AVAILABLE)

SIX MONTHS TO COMPLETE!

Join over 5,500 challengers and experience the Pacific Northwest on an epic city-by-city expedition from Bend, Oregon to Whistler, BC. Along the way, you will earn milestone badges for each major city/landmark across the Pacific Northwest. Make no mistake, this virtual challenge will test you! But don't fret, as we will motivate you along the way!

All challengers receive a limited edition Bend to Whistler T-Shirt, a gorgeous Finisher's Medal, a complimentary window sticker and a custom Pre-Race Bib, as well as Live Map Tracking of your progress, a Challenger's Leaderboard, a digital Finisher's Certificate with your stats and access to our Challenger's Community on Facebook.



LIVE MAP PROGRESS TRACKING!

You will be able to see your progress along the route as you enter your mileage! Our live map tracking feature will even allow you to see where your fellow challengers are on the map compared to you - now that's some motivation! (see example below)



YOU CAN JOIN THE CHALLENGE ANYTIME!

You can join a challenge anytime, you will have six months to complete the 700 miles.



YOU GOT THIS!
THIS IS A SIX MONTH CHALLENGE - AS FEW AS 26.2 MILES PER WEEK (3.7 MILES PER DAY).

You can set your goal to move as few 26.2 miles per week for the full Bend to Whistler Challenge - or challenge yourself to cover as many as you can - be sure to pace yourself! We will help you total up your distance and track your progress with our online progress tracking platform.

THESE CHALLENGES ARE SIMPLE:

1. Do what you want to do, when you want to do it, from wherever you are (run, walk, bike as few as 26.2 miles per week)!
2. Connect and track your progress on our race page and connect on our facebook group!
3. Get your limited edition Bend to Whistler T-Shirt, Challenger Medal and more!



WE ARE MAKING A REAL IMPACT! WE HAVE ALREADY RAISED OVER $43,000!
ALL CHALLENGERS SUPPORT BEAUTIFUL TOGETHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY

DONATIONS SUPPORT BEAUTIFUL TOGETHER ANIMAL SANCTUARY. OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE $50,000 TO SUPPORT ANIMAL RESCUE PROGRAMS.

Beautiful Together is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2014.

We rescue animals who have been abused, neglected or abandoned, giving them comprehensive care as we work to find them loving homes. With a focus on empathy-building and pet therapy, we connect animals in need of refuge with children living in foster care, at-risk situations or underserved environments.

Our goal is simple: To connect the vulnerable and the voiceless in purposeful ways that benefit us all.

Races

  • 700 Mile Cross-Train Challenge

    Incl. $4.75 Fee & Challenger T-Shirt

    $53.75

    Run/Walk/Bike/Swim/Skip an average of 26.2 miles per week for six months. Record your miles on our racepage and connect on our facebook group. See your progress with our live map tracking feature. Compete with friends. Earn milestone badges as you reach each major city. Get your limited edition Bend to Whistler Challenge T-shirt , medal, and more!
  • 700 Mile Run/Walk Challenge

    Incl. $4.75 Fee & Challenger T-Shirt

    $53.75

    Run/Walk an average of 26.2 miles per week for six months. Record your miles on our racepage and connect on our facebook group. See your progress with our live map tracking feature. Compete with friends. Earn milestone badges as you reach each major city. Get your limited edition Bend to Whistler Challenge T-shirt , medal, and more!
  • 700 Mile Bike/Spin Challenge

    Incl. $4.75 Fee & Challenger T-Shirt

    $53.75

    Bike/Spin an average of 26.2 miles per week for six months. Record your miles on our racepage and connect on our facebook group. See your progress with our live map tracking feature. Compete with friends. Earn milestone badges as you reach each major city. Get your limited edition Bend to Whistler Challenge T-shirt , medal, and more!

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