For the Wednesday DAY League, racers will now take a total of three (3) runs per race. We’ve moved from a 4-run option to 3 runs due to the number of teams and our overall time schedule.

Racers will follow the normal running order for their first run on each course. Once all first runs are complete, racers may choose which course to take their 3rd run on. The 3rd run is optional.

For scoring purposes, we will use your best time on each course, and all three runs will be reported to NASTAR.

⏰ Please note: there will be a hard stop at 2:30 PM.

The high school race following our event needs to begin setting immediately after 2:30 PM. We will ensure that everyone gets at least one run on each course.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding—we appreciate everyone’s cooperation! ⛷️

BHTUES League

• Tuesday, January 20
• Boot-up and check-in location TBD
• After racing, we’ll meet in the Buck ’54 Bar for awards 🍻🏆

BHTHUR League

• Thursday, January 22 & February 12
• Check-in and boot-up will be in the Hutch
• You may boot up and leave your bags in the Hutch
• After racing, we’ll meet in the Buck ’54 Bar for awards 🍻🏆

Thank you to everyone who completed their liability forms online. Once a form is submitted, racers are set for the season.

All racers must complete and sign a Liability Form online each season in order to participate in any Ski Challenge event. Racers under 18 must have a parent or guardian complete and sign the form before participating. A new waiver is required each season.

Please note that the Buck Hill Racing Waiver is separate from the Ski Challenge Waiver and the Buck Hill Lift Ticket Waiver. Even if a racer has already completed the Ski Challenge waiver, the Buck Hill Racing Waiver must still be completed.

The Online Registration Form includes the Ski Challenge waiver.

Each week in every league, we recognize individual racers. We award Fastest and Fast in Weeks 1–7, and Fastest, Fast, and Most Improved in Weeks 2–7. For more details on how these awards work and how they’re calculated, follow the link below.

MORE INFO

Looking for photos from our events? Head to our SmugMug site to view and download photos for free—including all team photos, available at no cost.

PHOTO SITE

Championships Weekend at Giants Ridge. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of racing and camaraderie! Teams are grouped by ability, and there are extra team and individual races open to everyone—even non–Ski Challenge members. The weekend wraps up with Sunday Fun-Day racing hosted by the Midwest Masters.

📅 Dates for 2026: February 27–March 1, 2026 at Giants Ridge

Compete at another ski area?

Teams from all leagues are welcome! Just have your roster ready—division placement will be based on team averages and medals earned throughout the season.

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The Lodge at Giants Ridge

Enjoy 15% off rooms!

Use discount code SKIC26 when booking through the link below.

Click on this LINK to The Lodge at Giants Ridge Website – Find “BOOK NOW” button in top right corner.

THE LODGE AT GIANTS RIDGE

The Villas at Giants Ridge

Enjoy 10% off rooms!

Use discount code Chall26 when booking through the link below.

Click on this LINK to The Villas Website – Find “BOOK NOW” button in top right corner.

THE VILLAS AT GIANTS RIDGE

Comfort Inn & Suites Mt Iron

• Standard King: $141
• Standard Double Queen: $151
• Suite: $161/$171

Participants can book via phone (218) 741-7411 and request the “Ski Challengers” rate

Get ready for the 2nd Annual Midwest Alpine Challenge, scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, 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. While the race is competitive, camaraderie and fun are the main focus—so gather your team and get ready for an exciting day on the race hill!