# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Ridge Challenge - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event Description**: The Ridge Challenge — 3rd Annual Load up. Climb the ridge. Complete the challenge. Join us for the 3rd Annual The Ridge Challenge, a 5-mile kettlebell / weighted vest challenge through the beautiful Driftless Region of SE Minnesota in La Crescent, MN. This is not a race. It’s a challenge. The goal is simple: show up, carry your load, complete the route, hit the challenge stations, and finish stronger than you started. This event is built for WBH members, families, hikers, runners, kettlebell people, ruckers, outdoor enthusiasts, first-timers, and anyone looking to do something hard, healthy, and memorable with a great community. Accessible, but still a challenge for all. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Start Time: 9:00 AM Start Location: Old Hickory Park Pavilion — La Crescent, MN Finish Line: Pine Creek Golf Course Distance: 5 miles Format: Complete-the-challenge style Participant Limit: 100 people Ages: 7+ Youth participants must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Choose Your Load Participants will complete the route using either a kettlebell backpack or a weighted vest. Kettlebell Backpack Recommended Load: Women: 26 lb kettlebell Men: 44 lb kettlebell Weighted Vest Recommended Load: Women: 20 lb vest Men: 40 lb vest Participants are responsible for carrying their own load throughout the route. Registration $50 — if you already own a pack $50 — for weighted vest participants $75 — if you need to rent a pack Registration includes: T-shirt Sticker Swag bag Recovery shake Beverages Post-workout snacks Food + live music after the event Route & Hydration The challenge begins at Old Hickory Park Pavilion and finishes at Pine Creek Golf Course. There will be one hydration station at the top of the ridge, but participants should carry their own water and electrolytes with them. Parking is available at Old Hickory Park and along nearby streets. Bathrooms will be available at the beginning and end of the event. Finish Line Celebration The finish line will be at Pine Creek Golf Course, where we’ll celebrate with food, beverages, and live music on the patio. This is meant to be more than a workout. It’s a community event, an outdoor experience, and a reminder that healthy living can be hard, fun, inclusive, and cool. Giving Back This year, 10% of proceeds will be donated to a worthy cause connected to healthy living, community impact, and helping others live stronger lives. Cause partner will be announced soon. Sponsors Local sponsorship opportunities are available. Sponsor options include: Title Sponsor Station Sponsors Swag Sponsor Sponsors will receive social media recognition and event signage. Register Here wellbuilthumans.com/theridgechallenge/ Bring your pack. Bring your vest. Bring your family. Bring your people. Let’s climb the ridge. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/la-crescent/the-ridge-challenge/200030491477523 - **Event Categories**: contests, sports, music, workshops, nonprofit, live-music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 86 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: La Crescent - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: 393 Red Apple Dr, La Crescent, MN 55947, United States - **lat**: 43.8447 - **long**: -91.30945 - **full address**: 393 Red Apple Dr, La Crescent, MN 55947, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Ridge Challenge - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/61b4be9e2ab4cab355285298ad417dd2fe38f6dfff0b62db378d8f1e5c675106-rimg-w1200-h628-dce8e8d8-gmir?v=1787757495 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Ridge Challenge being held? - **A:** The Ridge Challenge takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am at 393 Red Apple Dr, La Crescent, MN 55947, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Ridge Challenge? - **A:** The Ridge Challenge is organized by Brandon LaRue. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Ridge Challenge is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in La Crescent, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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