Running Up for Air | Mt Sentinel
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 6:00AM MST
- Location Missoula, Montana
- Price $80.50 - $133.50
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your hiking boots and running shoes for the exhilarating Running Up for Air (RUFA) event at Mt. Sentinel in beautiful Missoula, Montana! On Saturday, February 7, 2026, participants will take on the challenge of ascending this iconic mountain, with race distances of 3, 6, or even 12 hours. This unique winter endurance event not only promises breathtaking views and an adrenaline rush but also aims to raise awareness and funds for crucial air quality and climate issues affecting the local community.
As you tackle the stunning 5,158-foot elevation of Mt. Sentinel, you'll be joining a passionate group of individuals committed to making a difference. Each participant will be given their own fundraising page, encouraging support from friends and family for every lap completed. All proceeds will directly benefit Climate Smart Missoula, an organization dedicated to improving air quality for all Montanans. Experience the thrill of climbing a literal mountain while contributing to a vital cause—mark your calendars and be part of this inspiring community event!
As you tackle the stunning 5,158-foot elevation of Mt. Sentinel, you'll be joining a passionate group of individuals committed to making a difference. Each participant will be given their own fundraising page, encouraging support from friends and family for every lap completed. All proceeds will directly benefit Climate Smart Missoula, an organization dedicated to improving air quality for all Montanans. Experience the thrill of climbing a literal mountain while contributing to a vital cause—mark your calendars and be part of this inspiring community event!
Organiser's Description
Who's ready to run or hike laps up Mt. Sentinel... in February?! Tackling air quality and climate issues is a figurative mountain of a challenge. There's no better way to start tackling those issues while building community then by climbing a literal mountain. From that concept, RUFA was born.
Running Up for Air (RUFA) Mt. Sentinel is a 3, 6, or 12-hour winter endurance challenge on Mt. Sentinel (5,158 elevation), the iconic mountain on the edge of Missoula. RUFA Mt. Sentinel is a part of the Up For Air Series [https://upforairseries.org], a nonprofit that helps start local RUFA races and boost their impact to their local non profits addressing air quality and climate issues. As they state, "working for clean air is an endurance sport. Whether youre accruing vert in one of our races, volunteering your time to make our events unforgettable, donating to fuel the cause, or becoming part of our incredible family of sponsors, RUFA is all about taking action. Every contribution makes a difference, so come be a part of something special and help us breathe new life into our communities." Let's do this!
Missoulians are lucky enough to have some of the best access to trails and wild places in the country. However, our beautiful valley is often plagued by poor air quality - both wildfire smoke in the summer and wintertime inversions. Participants of RUFA Mt. Sentinel will ascend Mt. Sentinel and attempt to summit the mountain as many times as possible to raise awareness and money to address air quality issues affecting our valley and home. With each registration, a fundraising page will be created on your behalf. Participants are also encouraged to gather pledges from friends and family for each lap completed up the mountain. All proceeds from this event go to Climate Smart Missoula [https://www.missoulaclimate.org] and their efforts to improve air quality for all Montanans.
PAST RACE PHOTOS BY ANASTASIA WILDE:
2024 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.924154123043333&type=3], 2023 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.664402639018484&type=3], 2022 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158862965308099&type=3]
Running Up for Air (RUFA) Mt. Sentinel is a 3, 6, or 12-hour winter endurance challenge on Mt. Sentinel (5,158 elevation), the iconic mountain on the edge of Missoula. RUFA Mt. Sentinel is a part of the Up For Air Series [https://upforairseries.org], a nonprofit that helps start local RUFA races and boost their impact to their local non profits addressing air quality and climate issues. As they state, "working for clean air is an endurance sport. Whether youre accruing vert in one of our races, volunteering your time to make our events unforgettable, donating to fuel the cause, or becoming part of our incredible family of sponsors, RUFA is all about taking action. Every contribution makes a difference, so come be a part of something special and help us breathe new life into our communities." Let's do this!
Missoulians are lucky enough to have some of the best access to trails and wild places in the country. However, our beautiful valley is often plagued by poor air quality - both wildfire smoke in the summer and wintertime inversions. Participants of RUFA Mt. Sentinel will ascend Mt. Sentinel and attempt to summit the mountain as many times as possible to raise awareness and money to address air quality issues affecting our valley and home. With each registration, a fundraising page will be created on your behalf. Participants are also encouraged to gather pledges from friends and family for each lap completed up the mountain. All proceeds from this event go to Climate Smart Missoula [https://www.missoulaclimate.org] and their efforts to improve air quality for all Montanans.
PAST RACE PHOTOS BY ANASTASIA WILDE:
2024 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.924154123043333&type=3], 2023 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.664402639018484&type=3], 2022 [https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10158862965308099&type=3]
Races
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12 Hr
Incl. $8.50 Fee
Sat 7th February 2026 (6:00AM MST)
$133.50
OPENS 31 OCTTraction devices are REQUIRED -
6 Hr
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 7th February 2026 (6:00AM MST)
$107.00
OPENS 31 OCTTraction devices are REQUIRED -
3 Hr
Incl. $5.50 Fee
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM MST)
$80.50
OPENS 31 OCTTraction devices are REQUIRED
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