30/30 NEPA Winter Challenge 2026
Bundle up and keep moving with our annual 30 Miles in 30 Days Winter Challenge. Starting January 31 through March 1, log 30 miles to earn our 2026 badge plus an incentive mailed right to you. The annual Winter Challenge aims to motivate users to get outdoors and remain active at a time of year when most of us have lost our steam. Kick off your challenge goals with this special event hosted by our NEPA chapter at the start of the challenge. This unique gathering is designed to set you on the right track. Plus, connect with our rich online community for inspiration to cross that finish line.
NEPA Winter Challenge Kickoff
Join the Northeast Chapter on Saturday, January 24th, at Riverfront Parks’ Winterfest happening from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM held in Nesbitt Park in Wilkes-Barre. To kick things off, we’ll be walking through the Park’s Natural Area with Pennsylvania DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry and learn all about the overwintering trees that are rooted there! Stop by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council’s information table to chat or grab some free SWAG. And don’t forget to make some s’mores and grab a cup of hot cocoa!
Group exercise is a great way to stay motivated. Offering both community and accountability, signing up for a group hike, walk, or other workout might just be the external motivation needed to brave the cooler temps. Our events welcome all experience levels, so bring a friend! Join us for one of our kickoffs or other Tail on the Trail-approved events by visiting tailonthetrail.org. Remember, badges can be earned concurrently, so make sure to log your group exercise toward the group explorer badge.
This winter, commit to movement with our winter challenge. Whether you log a single mile daily or the course of the challenge, or longer distances every couple of days, 30 miles are within reach. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and share photos from your adventures using #tailonthetrail.
