Welcome to the 40th Season of Ski Challenge!

A chill is in the air, and Halloween is in the rearview mirror! That means it’s time to think about SKI RACING! Our 2025 season kicks off on Thursday, January 2, 2025! We’re excited to celebrate the 40th season of Ski Challenge. The schedule is shaping up to be a fun-filled season with lots of ski racing! 

Race Camp at Jackson Hole

Our Race Camp at Jackson Hole is coming quickly, with 17 participants already signed up. The camp runs Thursday through Saturday, December 5, 6, and 7. Jackson Hole has discounted coaching during the time of our camp, so our camp price has dropped!  If we can get a few more participants, it will be even less per person. Sign up today!

The Alpenhof is offering great lodging deals for our camp. You can even add a few days on the front or back end of the camp. 

Registration Information

Register today! When you register online you will also take care of completing your liability form for the season!

In order to get bibs and t-shirts delivered in time for the start of the season, we need to know if you will be participating!

Rosters & Running Orders

You can find a list of current Rosters, including who has paid and filled out a waiver. We also have current running orders for the season posted. Follow this link for more information:

NASTAR Open Races at Buck Hill

Ski Challenge will once again host the Saturday night NASTAR Open Races at Buck Hill this year. There will also be one race in December on Thursday, December 19. Racing runs from 7-8:30 each night and allows you to take as many runs as you want in that time. Results will be posted immediately following the race onto the NASTAR site. Everyone is welcome, even non-Ski Challenge racers. This is a great way to get your friends out to try ski racing!

Follow this link for a full schedule of races and more information:

Start Ramp Improvements at Buck Hill

Buck Hill has worked hard over the off-season to finish the new start ramp. A new fence has been built on the North Side of the ramp, and a platform has been added.

GS Clinics at Buck Hill

Buck Hill offers GS Clinics and Practices on Wednesday mornings and Friday nights throughout the season. Clinics start in December. Buck Hill Race Clinics help elevate your skiing prowess to uncharted heights. For All Ages: Whether you’re a junior racer with aspirations of category domination or a seasoned adult skier on a journey of skill refinement, the Buck Hill clinics are open to individuals of all ages and abilities.

Follow this link for specific clinic dates and times:

Season Passes at Buck Hill

Pacesetting for 2025

There will be no pacesetter trials this season. We will start the season using each pacesetter’s Ski Challenge-rated handicaps from last season. NASTAR will examine pacesetters as the season progresses to see if any changes need to be made.

If you do not have a pacesetting number and want to become a pacesetter, contact the Ski Challenge office at info@skichallenge.com. Pacesetters are racers who consistently score a 12 or lower handicap. If you are currently listed as a Ski Challenge pacesetter and would like to be removed from the list, contact Ski Challenge.

SAVE THE DATE for the

"MIDWEST ALPINE CHALLENGE"

Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Welch Village. Teams of six racers will compete in a 2-run GS race against teams from Midwest Masters, MRL, Ski Challenge, and ski areas across the Midwest. Individual winners will also be awarded. Details will be coming soon, so start organizing your posse!

Championships at Giants Ridge

Championships at Giants Ridge are scheduled for February 28 through March 2, 2025. This event is a fun-filled weekend with a lot of racing! Teams are divided into divisions with teams of similar abilities. There are also additional team and individual races that everyone can participate in, including non-Ski Challenge members! The weekend is finished with a Sunday Fun-day race day hosted by the Midwest Masters. All teams are invited to attend.