King and Queen of the Ridge
February 1, 2025 @ 8:00am
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Details
Funds raised in this event help support avalanche education in Southwest Montana. 100% of the funds raised go to the Friends of the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center with $246,866 raised since 2003!
Who
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All Disciplines
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Age categories: 12 and under, 13-18, 19 and up
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Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult during event
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Teams encouraged
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Limited to 100 (total) competitors
Where
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Top of the Bridger Lift, on the Ridge
Fee
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$20 for all competitors
Ticket
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Valid Season Pass or Lift Ticket required
Schedule
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8am MANDATORY competitor’s meeting in FaceShots in the Jim Bridger Lodge
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9:30am – 2:30pm race hours as conditions allow
Equipment
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457kHz avalanche transceiver
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Retention devices or brakes
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Secure skis/board while hiking
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Helmet recommended
Registration
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Pre-registration required by NOON Friday, January 31, 2025; sign up online with a credit card.
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No same day sign ups
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If under the age of 18, signature of a parent or legal guardian required
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One release per competitor
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All pledges made before 1:15pm on February 1st, 2025 will be counted toward fundraising prizes.
Awards
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4pm in Jim Bridger Lodge
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Community Events Series Awards:
- Medals to top three male and female finishers in each age group
- Fantastic Door Prizes (must participate and be present to win)
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GNFAC Awards:
- Fundraising Awards:
- Top 5 Fundraising Individuals
- Top Fundraising Team
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- King & Queen of the Ridge
- Medals to top three males/ females in each age group
- Boasting rights for the highest average hikes by a team
Hiking/Lap Awards:
- Fundraising Awards:
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Entry into the Grand Prize drawing on March 15
