Join the Wasatch Backcountry Alliance and SkiMoCo as they take on the Ninety Pound Rucksack Challenge! This is NOT a race and there will be no timing. The event is free but you must register through both buttons below to participate.

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Meet-Up Location Specifics

February 18, 2025

  • Wednesday, February 18 at 7:00 PM local time – the anniversary of the historic Riva Ridge climb on February 18, 1945.
  • Location: Guardsman Pass Road (please carpool as parking is limited)
  • Park on the Northside (yellow line)
  • Check in at the WBA booth and weigh your pack.
  • Participants must carry standard rescue gear and MUST WEAR A HEADLIGHT during the challenge.
  • Start at the green dot (winter gate), and climb up the road to Guardsman pass (orange dot) on the skinners right side of the road, then ski back down on the skiers right side of the road)
  • Complete 1-3 laps

Learn more here.