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We will keep on climbing until 6:46 pm or the last climber finishes.

Join us for the Battle Mountain Grand Stair Challenge, a special event held on the anniversary of the 9/11/01 attacks. We come together to remember those who lost their lives on that day and honor the heroes who risk everything for their fellow Americans every day. If you cannot climb, no worries! Bring a chair and come to support, honor, and remember. You can participate in the stair climbing challenge once or as many times as you wish during this Memorial Day race.
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This unique Challenge Dakota race features runners navigating several historic staircases. With three routes to choose from, including a 2-mile Sock Hop, the 5K Crazy Crew, and the Knee High Hilly Half Marathon, there's something for nearly every ability in this exciting Memorial Day race. The two shorter routes are kid and walker-friendly, and well-behaved pets on a leash are welcome to join in the stair climbing challenge.
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