Hiking Challenges

Register for a seasonal or annual hiking challenge, track your miles, and earn a patch and certificate of completion — all while supporting Strong Steps for Seniors.

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Choose a challenge & tier
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Register & pay the fee
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Log your miles
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Earn your patch & certificate

What Every Registrant Receives

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Embroidered Patch

A unique patch for each challenge, mailed to your door upon registration.

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Certificate of Completion

A personalized PDF certificate when you hit your mileage goal.

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Progress Dashboard

Track every mile and see your progress toward your goal.

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Support Seniors

Your registration fee directly funds free wellness programs for low-income seniors.

☀️ Summer Challenge

Summer 2026 Pilot Challenge

May 18, 2026 – Sep 21, 2026
Our pilot challenge — open now through September 21, 2026. Perfect for testing the Strong Steps platform and hitting the trails this summer! Note: There will be no embroidered patch for our pilot.

Choose Your Tier

🏅 Annual Challenge

Annual 365 Challenge

Start anytime — complete within 365 days
⏱️ Your personal 365-day countdown begins the day you register. Start anytime, finish on your schedule.
Start anytime and complete your goal within 365 days. Choose your tier: Wanderer (150 miles), Wayfarer (250 miles), or Strong Steps Legend (365 miles — one mile every day). Your personal countdown begins the day you register.

Choose Your Tier

🍂 Fall Challenge

Fall 2026 Challenge

Sep 22, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026
Embrace the crisp fall air and colorful trails. Complete your miles between the autumn equinox and winter solstice.

Choose Your Tier