LCCC America 250 Ultra Challenge

Monday, May 25 – Monday, September 7, 2026 Past event
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania
Free · 2 races
Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to embrace movement and celebrate the spirit of America this summer with the LCCC America 250 Ultra Challenge, running from Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to Labor Day, September 7, 2026, in Schnecksville, Lehigh! This unique virtual endurance challenge invites faculty, staff, and students of Lehigh Carbon Community College to complete either 250 kilometers (155 miles) or 250 miles at their own pace, encouraging participants to stay active and committed throughout the summer months.

Whether you choose to run, walk, or jog along roads, trails, or even treadmills, every mile counts in this uplifting journey towards personal growth and consistency. There’s no start line or finish tape—just you and your determination to keep moving. Log your distances using a shared spreadsheet and celebrate your achievements with a special finisher prize for those who complete their challenge by Labor Day. Join in the fun and honor America's 250th anniversary while prioritizing your health and well-being!

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Races

  • 250k (155 miles, 10.3 miles per week)

    Virtual

    Monday, May 25, 2026

    Free

    Entries closed
  • 250 Miles (16.6 Miles Per Week)

    Virtual

    Monday, May 25, 2026

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

250 Kilometers. 250 Miles. One Summer of Movement.

_This event is open to faculty, staff and students of Lehigh Carbon Community College ONLY_

The America 250 Challenge is a virtual summer endurance challenge celebrating Americas 250th anniversary through movement, consistency, and personal commitment. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, participants will work toward completing either 250 kilometers (155 miles) or 250 miles at their own pace, on their own schedule.

Run or walk your distance anywhere: on roads, trails, treadmills, tracks, or sidewalks. Whether youre training for races, staying active over the summer, or building healthier habits, every mile counts. This challenge is about commitment, consistency, and honoring the journey.

Theres no start line and no finish tape, just you, your miles, and the determination to keep moving all summer long.

CHALLENGE DETAILS:
Duration: Memorial Day Labor Day
Goal: Complete either: 250 kilometers (155 miles), or 250 miles
Activity: Run and/or walk
Location: Anywhere (virtual)
Pace: Your pace, your schedule

Rules & Documentation:
- Distance must be completed as intentional exercise sessions only.
- Daily steps and normal activity do not count toward challenge mileage.
- Participants may use a running watch, fitness tracker, treadmill, or phone app to track mileage.
- Participants will log their distance using a shared spreadsheet throughout the challenge period.
- Instructions for accessing and updating the spreadsheet will be provided at the start of the event.

Finishers & Celebration:
All participants who complete their selected challenge distance by Labor Day will receive a finisher prize.

Celebrate your accomplishment and the spirit of America 250 by committing to movement, consistency, and personal growth throughout the summer.

Complete your miles, log your progress, and enjoy the journey!

Location

4525 Education Park Dr, Schnecksville, 18078, PA, United States

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