Celebrate America's 250th Birthday by logging your miles and virtually traveling horseback though the Mountain Region and beyond! (log all miles no matter what region you live in) This Virtual Event starts on Wednesday April 15, 2026 You can complete your 250 miles in as many small excursions as you choose to finish the goal! *All mile's count! i.e. competition, introductory rides and training miles Upon meeting your 250-mile goal you will receive a commemorative t-shirt and trailer decal. Ride Details and How To Get All The Perks: Ride Fee: $35 Must be a MRER member ($25 individual membership) Membership link @ https://mrer.org/join-now Please include T-Shirt size *Riders may join any time after April 15, 2026 (get your membership anytime during ride time window) To Finish Is To Win! Happy trails and see you at the finish line!
Hotels Near This Race
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Gillette, WY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
