HIKE-a-THON
- Date Thu 1st October 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Location Belle Chasse, Louisiana
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Join the excitement this October for the HIKE-a-THON in Belle Chasse, Plaquemines! Kicking off on October 1st and running through October 31st, 2026, this event invites participants to walk, hike, or run a marathon distance of 26.2 miles at their own pace. Whether you choose to tackle the distance solo or with friends, you have the flexibility to log your miles across multiple days or complete them all at once. The Woodlands Conservancy encourages everyone to explore the beautiful Bottomland Trail—just shy of 5.5 miles—where you can enjoy nature while contributing to a great cause.
Your participation not only promotes personal wellness but also supports vital land conservation efforts, helping to protect Louisiana's precious forested wetlands. As a bonus, all registrants will receive an annual membership to the Woodlands Conservancy, and those who complete the marathon distance can look forward to fantastic prizes, including a Woodlands Conservancy Nature Guide and exclusive glassware! Rally your friends, set your goals, and make a positive impact on our community while enjoying the great outdoors this October!
Your participation not only promotes personal wellness but also supports vital land conservation efforts, helping to protect Louisiana's precious forested wetlands. As a bonus, all registrants will receive an annual membership to the Woodlands Conservancy, and those who complete the marathon distance can look forward to fantastic prizes, including a Woodlands Conservancy Nature Guide and exclusive glassware! Rally your friends, set your goals, and make a positive impact on our community while enjoying the great outdoors this October!
Organiser's Description
Woodlands Conservancy's 2026 Hike-a-Thon is an effort to raise funds and awareness for local land conservation.
FOR THE ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2026, PARTICIPANTS IN THE HIKE-A-THON ARE CHALLENGED TO _WALK, HIKE, AND/OR RUN THE DISTANCE OF A MARATHON (26.2 MILES) AT THEIR OWN PACE_
* Completed miles can be logged_ separately over multiple da_ys _OR the distance can be completed all at one time_.
* Miles can be done_ solo OR_ _with a group _
* Miles can be done in the location(s) of your choosing.
* However, we do encourage participants to come out & visit us at the Woodlands Preserve! You would only need to hike our popular Bottomland Trail ~ (5.43 mi.) around 4.9 times to complete the challenge!
EVENT TIMELINE
OCTOBER 1ST, 2026 - 6:00 AM - HIKE-A-THON BEGINS
OCTOBER 31ST, 2026 - 12:00 PM - HIKE-A-THON ENDS
NOVEMBER 7TH, 2026 - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - PRIZE PICKUP
Woodlands Conservancy's office: 1500 Woodland Hwy. Belle Chasse, LA 70037
Our office is on the first floor, entrance is on the left side of the building.
WHAT WILL I GET FOR REGISTERING?
Your registration fee will fund land protection and restoration! ***The first 30 people to register will also receive the chance to win a set of 4 Mignon Faget Palmetto Glasses!***
_ALL REGISTRANTS_
* Individual Woodlands Conservancy Annual Membership.
_ALL REGISTRANTS WHO COMPLETE THE MARATHON_
* All prizes listed above+
* Woodlands Conservancy Nature Guide.
_THE TOP-5 HIGHEST MILERS _
* All prizes listed above+
* Woodlands Conservancy back-pack.
_THE TOP HIGHEST MILER _
* All prizes listed above+
* A set of 4 Mignon Faget Palmetto glassware
* Travel Hammock
*SHIPPING AND HANDLING COSTS WILL BE INCURRED FOR PRIZES OR PURCHASES SHIPPED.
HOW DO I LOG MY MILES?
_You can begin logging your daily miles and activity (hike, walk, run) at 6 a.m. on October 1, 2026 _when the RunSignup software will be ready to track your progress. To enter your mileage data,:
* At the top of this page, select the menu option for, "Results"
* Select "Virtual Results"
* Enter your name/email to log in
* Enter your hiking/running/walking data
......and then hike on my friend.
Speaking of friends, please share the Hike-a-Thon with your family and friends. If you refer the race to 5 of your friends who then sign up, you will receive a $20 refund.
WHO DOES THIS EVENT BENEFIT?
Proceeds from the 2026 Hike-a-Thon will benefit the Woodlands Conservancy land trust that was organized in 2001 to preserve and restore vital parcels of forested wetlands and other lands of ecological or historical significance. Louisiana has lost 80% of its forested wetlands that protect our community during storm events and provide habitat for wildlife and thousands of migratory birds. When you participate in Woodlands Conservancy's Hike-A-Thon you are helping to ensure our forested wetlands will be here for the enjoyment of future generations.
SUPPORT OUR TRAILS - BECOME A TRAILRAISER
For 25 years, individuals from across the nation have helped fundraise for Woodlands Conservancy by asking their family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to donate in their name. Become a TrailRaiser today and help Woodlands Conservancy get across the finish line and reach our fundraising goal of $10,000!
By becoming a TrailRaiser and getting friends and family to donate in your name, you will make a genuine difference in this community and involve more of the community at the same time.
We have had such wonderful TrailRaisers in the past! And every single person, child, horse or pup has their own reasons to support Woodlands Conservancywhether they use the trails to get or stay in shape, walk the trails for sunshine and fresh air, enjoy learning about the efforts to protect native wildlife, or just love the opportunity to do some real work on our service days. Whats your reason?
Tell your friends and family why local community and conservation are important for you and how they can support it too. Organize a TEAM and TrailRaise together, or sprint ahead on your own. Either way, we have some perks for those who are willing to put in a little extra mileage on Woodlands Conservancys behalf:
*
TOP TRAILRAISER RECEIVE A SAVE OUR SPONGE T-SHIRT AND A SET OF MIGNON FAGET PALMETTO GLASSES
*
RAISE $350 YOUR TRAIL RUN REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE REFUNDED
*
RAISE $100 RECEIVE A WOODLANDS CONSERVANCY HAT
CLICK TO BECOME A TRAILRAISER [https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/Donate/98193/BecomeFundraiser]
FOR THE ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2026, PARTICIPANTS IN THE HIKE-A-THON ARE CHALLENGED TO _WALK, HIKE, AND/OR RUN THE DISTANCE OF A MARATHON (26.2 MILES) AT THEIR OWN PACE_
* Completed miles can be logged_ separately over multiple da_ys _OR the distance can be completed all at one time_.
* Miles can be done_ solo OR_ _with a group _
* Miles can be done in the location(s) of your choosing.
* However, we do encourage participants to come out & visit us at the Woodlands Preserve! You would only need to hike our popular Bottomland Trail ~ (5.43 mi.) around 4.9 times to complete the challenge!
EVENT TIMELINE
OCTOBER 1ST, 2026 - 6:00 AM - HIKE-A-THON BEGINS
OCTOBER 31ST, 2026 - 12:00 PM - HIKE-A-THON ENDS
NOVEMBER 7TH, 2026 - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - PRIZE PICKUP
Woodlands Conservancy's office: 1500 Woodland Hwy. Belle Chasse, LA 70037
Our office is on the first floor, entrance is on the left side of the building.
WHAT WILL I GET FOR REGISTERING?
Your registration fee will fund land protection and restoration! ***The first 30 people to register will also receive the chance to win a set of 4 Mignon Faget Palmetto Glasses!***
_ALL REGISTRANTS_
* Individual Woodlands Conservancy Annual Membership.
_ALL REGISTRANTS WHO COMPLETE THE MARATHON_
* All prizes listed above+
* Woodlands Conservancy Nature Guide.
_THE TOP-5 HIGHEST MILERS _
* All prizes listed above+
* Woodlands Conservancy back-pack.
_THE TOP HIGHEST MILER _
* All prizes listed above+
* A set of 4 Mignon Faget Palmetto glassware
* Travel Hammock
*SHIPPING AND HANDLING COSTS WILL BE INCURRED FOR PRIZES OR PURCHASES SHIPPED.
HOW DO I LOG MY MILES?
_You can begin logging your daily miles and activity (hike, walk, run) at 6 a.m. on October 1, 2026 _when the RunSignup software will be ready to track your progress. To enter your mileage data,:
* At the top of this page, select the menu option for, "Results"
* Select "Virtual Results"
* Enter your name/email to log in
* Enter your hiking/running/walking data
......and then hike on my friend.
Speaking of friends, please share the Hike-a-Thon with your family and friends. If you refer the race to 5 of your friends who then sign up, you will receive a $20 refund.
WHO DOES THIS EVENT BENEFIT?
Proceeds from the 2026 Hike-a-Thon will benefit the Woodlands Conservancy land trust that was organized in 2001 to preserve and restore vital parcels of forested wetlands and other lands of ecological or historical significance. Louisiana has lost 80% of its forested wetlands that protect our community during storm events and provide habitat for wildlife and thousands of migratory birds. When you participate in Woodlands Conservancy's Hike-A-Thon you are helping to ensure our forested wetlands will be here for the enjoyment of future generations.
SUPPORT OUR TRAILS - BECOME A TRAILRAISER
For 25 years, individuals from across the nation have helped fundraise for Woodlands Conservancy by asking their family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to donate in their name. Become a TrailRaiser today and help Woodlands Conservancy get across the finish line and reach our fundraising goal of $10,000!
By becoming a TrailRaiser and getting friends and family to donate in your name, you will make a genuine difference in this community and involve more of the community at the same time.
We have had such wonderful TrailRaisers in the past! And every single person, child, horse or pup has their own reasons to support Woodlands Conservancywhether they use the trails to get or stay in shape, walk the trails for sunshine and fresh air, enjoy learning about the efforts to protect native wildlife, or just love the opportunity to do some real work on our service days. Whats your reason?
Tell your friends and family why local community and conservation are important for you and how they can support it too. Organize a TEAM and TrailRaise together, or sprint ahead on your own. Either way, we have some perks for those who are willing to put in a little extra mileage on Woodlands Conservancys behalf:
*
TOP TRAILRAISER RECEIVE A SAVE OUR SPONGE T-SHIRT AND A SET OF MIGNON FAGET PALMETTO GLASSES
*
RAISE $350 YOUR TRAIL RUN REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE REFUNDED
*
RAISE $100 RECEIVE A WOODLANDS CONSERVANCY HAT
CLICK TO BECOME A TRAILRAISER [https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/Donate/98193/BecomeFundraiser]
Races
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Hike-a-Thon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Woodlands Conservancy Individual Membership
$38.10
CLOSEDWoodlands Conservancy's 2026 Hike-A-Thon is an effort to raise funds and awareness for local land conservation. This is your chance to get outside in nature alone or with your like-minded friends to give back to your community by walking, hiking and/or running a marathon, 26.2 miles at your own pace. You can do a mile at a time or all at one time - set your own pace. Hikers, walkers and runners will have from October 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026.
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