Pats Peak To Host Vertical Challenge Race Series On Sunday, February 12, 2023

Pats Peak, in southern New Hampshire announces its participation in the Vertical Challenge Race Series on Sunday, February 12, 2023.

The Vertical Challenge is a series of free casual ski and snowboard races held at 22 ski resorts throughout the northeast. Skiers and snowboarders are divided by gender and age to compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each category. All medal winners receive free lift tickets for the Finals held at Jay Peak Resort, VT on Saturday, April 1, 2023 for the chance to compete for the Gold.

In addition to the races, attendees enjoy a festival atmosphere, featuring fun snowy activities for all ages and special giveaways.

The race is free of charge and racers MUST purchase an All Mountain Lift Ticket in ONLINE IN ADVANCE for February 12, 2023 at patspeak.com or be a Pats Peak Season Pass Holder in order to do the Vertical Challenge. Registration is open from 7am to 11am. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult for registration. It’s important to complete the pre-registration form online at www.ski-vc.com. The Vertical Challenge Race course is open from 10am-12pm with a Vertical Victory Party and Awards at 1:30pm. 

“We have been hosting the Vertical Challenge event for over 25 years. It’s always a fun day for the racers and all our guests to enjoy the special giveaways! Our skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities love to complete in this race”, say Kris Blomback, Pats Peak General Manager. “It’s an exciting atmosphere with music playing and family-friendly activities along with giveaways”.

The Vertical Challenge adds a whole new level of excitement to your family’s day on the slopes - for free (just need to purchase online in advance a valid lift ticket or season pass to that resort). Skiers and snowboarders of every age and ability level participate in casual, though competitive, races down some of the northeast’s best mountains. In addition to the racing, everybody enjoys the festival atmosphere, as their friendly crew hosts fun, family-friendly activities to make your day at the Vertical Challenge the most fun you’ve ever had in the snow. For more information and the complete Vertical Challenge schedule, check out www.ski-vc.com.

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