It's one thing to hike Badger Mountain, thousands of Tri-Citians do it daily. But to saddle up for a 50 or 100 mile race? That's another!

The 2015 Badger Mountain Challenge, presented by McCurley Subaru,  will again attract well over 600 people from right here and all over the world for three distinct challenges, Friday March 27 and Saturday March 28.

Several hundred people will participate in the 15-K hike or run, which kicks off 8am Saturday morning.    Many more will enter the 50k Ultra-Marathon that will start 7am Saturday as well.

But come out to see 50-60 of the worlds best athletes from all over the globe participate in the 50 or 100-mile Endurance event, that will start 7am Friday!

IMPORTANT! If you want to participate in any of the events, the final registration day is March 21st.   Unless you're a well-seasoned athlete, the 15-K run-walk is recommended.

This event will draw athletes from all over the U.S., Canada and the world for the Endurance portion.   For entry details and information visit the official Badger Mountain Challenge website.

Everything you need to know, including registration, cost, best viewing areas etc is available on the Challenge website.  Don't be left out March 27-28 as the best of the best challenge Mother Nature.  Watch as the mountain is lit up at night while these racers do their thing!

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