Tara Lila presents the Inaugural

HIMANAJI WINTER CHALLENGE

The Himanaji (hi-ma-NA-ji) Winter Challenge is a 5k snowshoe race hosted by Tara Lila at the Ripco Road Park Unit in Oneida County, Wisconsin.

- Race Date: February 1, 2025

- Start Time: 10:00 am

- Race Distance: 5.1 km

- Race Location: 7550 Ripco Road, Eagle River, WI

- Race Fee: $20.00

-Registration: Tri-Fold Registration.pdf

- Race Director: Chris Nafziger, all inquiries can be sent to: “himanajirace@gmail.com”

The name of the race comes from two Sanskrit words: “Himana (adj.)” meaning “snowy”, and “Aji (n.)” meaning “racecourse”. We hope this challenge will inspire you to test yourself physically as you explore the beautiful Northwoods in the winter.

  • The Race Course

    A 5.1 km course has been designed and mapping is currently underway. The course is open year-round if you would like to practice.

    Himanaji Race Course

  • Registration

    Click below to print the race registration. You can also register through RunSignup. Same-day registration is available at the event.

    All proceeds from this event will be donated to Trees for Tomorrow and the Three Eagle Trail Foundation.

    2025Registration.pdf

  • About the Himanaji

    Snowshoeing has a long and deep history in the Northwoods. Click below to find out about the origins of this race as well as other local races in our area.

    Himanaji lore