In addition, we have created some updated rules and guidelines for this year to help improve participation for more people while helping better define the event’s boundaries.

• We are adding a new multiplier to account for elevation gains by counting them as additional distance:
  • 0-100 ft: +0.0 (1.0x, i.e. no additional multiplier)
  • 101-200 ft: +0.1 (1.1x multiplier)
  • 201-300 ft: +0.2 (1.2x multiplier)
  As a quick reference, 1000 feet gained equals a 2.0 multiplier, 2000 feet equals a 3.0 multiplier, and so on.
  As an example, this 3.7 mile hike with 1200-1300 feet of elevation (2.2 multiplier) would be calculated: 3.7 miles x 2.2 elevation credit = 8.14 miles credited for uploading.

• At a separate email address we will be sharing, we are looking for people to also send in 5-second videos of their travels for a post-event video. Try to capture a few moving scenes while you go, but don’t upload these to the site with your hiking records.
• As well as winners at the end of the month, we will be counting the winning team each week throughout of the challenge. Don’t wait until the last minute to start helping your team advance.
• If your area or circumstances make accessing a hiking environment a challenge, we will welcome alternative ideas to the maximum extent possible.
• With the 10-mile maximum, we want to emphasize that this is not an athleticism challenge, but a team competition designed to encourage exploration.
• While natural exploration is the goal, some people may have limited access to mountains and trails. Vertical challenges, historic routes, or conservation areas could also qualify – reach out with ideas if you are unsure.