Trailblaze Challenge
The Trailblaze Challenge is an endurance event where participants tackle 28.3 miles of the Foothills Trail in one life-changing day! This is a hike, not a race, and caters to all levels from novice to advanced outdoor enthusiasts.
As well as being an extraordinary physical test, the true challenge is to raise much needed funds to grant the wishes of children in Central & Western North Carolina with critical illnesses.
What is included in my hike experience?
- Specialized training program with bi-weekly group training hikes
- Support and coaching from Hike Leaders and Make-A-Wish® Staff
- Hotel Accommodations on hike weekend (3 Days/2 Nights)
- Trailblaze Challenge Swag
- Transportation to and from the trail on Hike Day
- Food and drink throughout the weekend as well as on the trail
When is the next Trailblaze Challenge?
The next hike weekends will take place May 17-19 and June 7-9 with the big hike days taking place on May 18 and June 8 on the Foothills Trail between North and South Carolina. Our Spring season kicks off in February, click the link below to learn more!
When are the Spring Hikes?
We invite you to join us on the trails for our Spring 2024 season! You'll have two big hike weekends to choose from: May 17-19 and June 7-9, 2024. Can't make either hike? Save the date for the Fall hike, October 11-13, 2024.
Is there a fee to participate?
In addition to a $100 non-refundable registration fee (for new Trailblazers only), each Trailblazer will be asked to raise funds to cover their expenses and to help Make-A-Wish® continue its mission of granting wishes of children that are diagnosed with critical illnesses. Make-A-Wish staff will be there every step of the way to help with fundraising.
Interested in joining Trailblaze Challenge?
Contact Emily Gibson to learn more. [email protected] | 704.469.4663
Join an incredible community of Trailblazers!
