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 for an exciting journey with the "Buckle Up for the Challenge" event, taking place from April 24, 2026, to May 1, 2027, in the beautiful Chincoteague, Accomack. This unique challenge invites participants to walk, run, roll, or gallop their way to a total of 100 miles over the course of a year. With less than a mile a day to reach your goal, it’s an achievable endeavor for everyone, regardless of fitness level!
As you make every step count, you'll not only earn a custom-made belt buckle that celebrates Chincoteague's rich heritage but also contribute to the preservation of the iconic Chincoteague Ponies. With $5 from each registration and 100% of donations going towards important stewardship initiatives and pony care, your participation makes a meaningful impact. Join this community-driven event, honor the legacy of Misty’s Snowdrop, and enjoy the journey as you connect with the island's equestrian history. Lace up your shoes, saddle up, or roll out – every mile matters in this heartfelt celebration of Chincoteague Island!
As you make every step count, you'll not only earn a custom-made belt buckle that celebrates Chincoteague's rich heritage but also contribute to the preservation of the iconic Chincoteague Ponies. With $5 from each registration and 100% of donations going towards important stewardship initiatives and pony care, your participation makes a meaningful impact. Join this community-driven event, honor the legacy of Misty’s Snowdrop, and enjoy the journey as you connect with the island's equestrian history. Lace up your shoes, saddle up, or roll out – every mile matters in this heartfelt celebration of Chincoteague Island!
Organiser's Description
Buckle Up for the Challenge Walk, Run, Roll, or Gallop and earn this custom made belt buckle that celebrates the heritage of Chincoteague Island!
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,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 Chincoteague Ponies. 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 on Chincoteague Island with prior arrangements.
So lace up, saddle up, or roll out every mile makes an impact.
Please visit us at: PonyChallenge.com [https://ponychallenge.com/]
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,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 Chincoteague Ponies. 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 on Chincoteague Island with prior arrangements.
So lace up, saddle up, or roll out every mile makes an impact.
Please visit us at: PonyChallenge.com [https://ponychallenge.com/]
Races
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Buckle Up for the Challenge
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Shipping
$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 on Chincoteague Island with prior arrangment or shipped anywhere in the USA.
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