Buckle Up for the Challenge

  • Date Fri 24th April 2026 - Sat 1st May 2027
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $59.29
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to "Buckle Up for the Challenge" from April 24, 2026, to May 1, 2027, in the beautiful setting of Chincoteague, Accomack! This exciting event invites participants to walk, run, roll, or gallop their way to completing a 100-Mile Virtual Challenge in support of the Chincoteague Pony Centre. Join fellow enthusiasts in making every step count towards preserving the heritage of these beloved ponies, all while enjoying the flexibility of logging your miles over an entire year.

By registering, you'll contribute $5 directly to the Chincoteague Pony Centre, with 100% of all donations supporting vital stewardship initiatives, educational programming, and pony care. Every finisher will earn a custom belt buckle, a unique symbol of accomplishment that honors the legacy of Misty’s Snowdrop, a descendant of the famous Misty of Chincoteague. Whether you choose to lace up your sneakers, saddle up, or roll out, your participation will help keep the spirit of the Chincoteague Pony alive for generations to come. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with a vibrant community while making a meaningful impact!

Organiser's Description

Buckle Up for the Challenge Walk, Run, Roll, or Gallop for the Chincoteague Pony Centre!

Join our 100-Mile Virtual Challenge and make every step, stride, or gallop count toward preserving a cherished part of our islands heritage! Whether you walk, run, roll, or gallop your way to 100 miles, youll be helping to sustain the Chincoteague Pony Centres mission of stewardship, education, and care for our beloved ponies. Less than a mile a day is very achievable as you have a full year from when you sign up to log your miles!

$5 from every registration and 100% of all donations, will support the Chincoteague Pony Centre (CPC). Funds will support stewardship initiatives, educational programming and ongoing pony care.

Complete the challenge and earn your Buckle Up for the Challenge custom belt buckle a unique, wearable symbol of accomplishment, pride, and heritage. It represents more than just miles completed; its a connection to a community that values equestrian history, responsibility, and the shared joy of preserving this treasured part of our island story. The pony featured on the buckle honors the legacy of Mistys Snowdrop, a great-great-great granddaughter of Misty of Chincoteague. Belt Buckle medals can be shipped anywhere in the USA or picked up at the Chincoteague Pony Centre.

So lace up, saddle up, or roll out every mile makes an impact. Together, we can stride forward with pride and purpose, keeping the Chincoteague Pony Centres legacy alive for generations to come.0

Please visit us at: PonyChallenge.com [https://ponychallenge.com/]

Races

  • Buckle Up for the Challenge

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & Belt Buckle Medal

    $59.29

    This is an honor-system challenge. Participants track their own progress, upload online and complete 100 miles over the course of the year, using any combination of activitieswalking, running, riding or gallopingany time, any place, any distance based activity. Belt buckle medal can be picked up the Chincoteague Pony Centre or shipped anywhere in the USA.

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