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2026 Army Outdoor Recreation Hiking & Biking Challenge

Get Outside. Get Moving. Earn Your Achievement.

The 2026 Army Outdoor Recreation (ODR) Hiking & Biking Challenge is your chance to explore the outdoors, build fitness, and earn exclusive awards—all while representing your garrison in an Army MWR wide event. Whether you ride, hike, or do both, this five‑month challenge is designed for every skill level and every member of the MWR community.

What the Challenge Is

From 1 May – 30 September 2026, eligible MWR patrons can log their outdoor hiking and or cycling/biking distances to earn commemorative medals or patches. All participants receive a custom cycling jersey or custom hiking T‑shirt just for registering.

How to Join

1. Register with Your Local ODR

Sign up through your garrison’s Outdoor Recreation office using your RecTrac household account. Proof of eligibility is required.

2. Pay the Registration Fee

$50 per participant (hiking or biking)
Includes one custom jersey or T‑shirt
Completion of the challenge is not required to receive your apparel

3. Start Logging Your Miles

You may begin logging distances starting 1 May 2026, or from your actual registration date if you join later. No backdated mileage is allowed.

Challenge Options & Awards

Biking Challenge

Complete cumulative outdoor rides to earn medals:

250 km – Single medal
500 km – Single medal
1000 km – Two‑piece medal All three connect to form one large commemorative coin.

Hiking Challenge

Complete cumulative outdoor hikes to earn patches:

25 km – Patch
50 km – Patch
100 km – Patch All three combine into a single scenic display.

Eligible Participant with the Highest Mileage Wins a 3-Night Stay at an AFRC in Seoul or Germany!

Individual or Family Participation

You choose how to take on the challenge:

Individual

Earn your own jersey/T‑shirt and awards
Track and submit only your personal distances

Family/Group

Combine distances as a team
One jersey/T‑shirt and one award set per registration
Additional apparel may be purchased for $45 each

Note: You must choose either Individual or Family for the entire challenge period.

Tracking Your Distances

Participants are responsible for their own tracking. Electronic apps are encouraged, including:

Strava
Map My Ride / Map My Hike
Komoot
CyclemeterGPS
AllTrails

Submit your total kilometers to ODR at least once per month (or as directed by your garrison). Final distances must be submitted by 8 October 2026.

Important Dates

Challenge Begins: 1 May 2026
Challenge Ends: 30 September 2026
Final Distance Submission Deadline: 8 October 2026
Garrison Participation Reporting Deadline: 30 October 2026

Equipment & Safety

Participants are responsible for their own gear. Traditional road, mountain, commuter, and e‑bikes are allowed. Only outdoor hikes count toward hiking distances. ODR encourages use of their checkout center, maintenance services, and guided programs.

Sportsmanship is mandatory—unsafe or disrespectful behavior may result in disqualification.