Running Up for Air - Chuckanut Chinscraper
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Endurance Event Overview
Running Up For Air - Chuckanut Chinscraper is a vertical endurance event held in the Chuckanut Mountains near Bellingham, Washington. Participants climb and descend the terrain with the goal of completing as many summits as possible within a set timeframe. This event is part of the Up For Air Series, which focuses on raising awareness and funds for air quality solutions and climate change.
The event is organized with a minimal footprint philosophy. Proceeds are directed toward non-profit organizations, such as Washington Conservation Action, that work on air quality issues in the Pacific Northwest. Participants are encouraged to collect pledges for every lap completed on the mountain. Science-based materials regarding healthy air are provided to attendees to support informed dialogue on environmental topics.
Event Categories
Participants can choose from several endurance formats based on time duration:
- 12 Hour Vert Challenge - Individual entry
- 6 Hour Vert Challenge - Individual entry
- 3 Hour Vert Challenge - Individual entry
- 12 Hour Vert Challenge - 2 person relay
- 12 Hour Vert Challenge - 4 person relay
The event platform allows for both individual efforts and team participation through the relay options. The course is situated at 291 WA-11 in Bellingham, providing access to the mountain trails of the region. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
