On February 5, 2025
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The Hard Mile uphill race challenges skiers at Saskadena Six

Submitted Skiers and riders will take The Hard Mile uphill race challenge on Feb. 8 at Saskadena Six, Stage Road, Pomfret

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7 a.m.— POMFRET — Skiers and riders will take on The Hard Mile, Saskadena Six’s uphill race, to support the Woodstock Ski Runners Educational Fund. Participants will skin up Easy Mile, starting near the Woodstock Ski Runners Clubhouse and finishing at the Ski Patrol Hut, before enjoying a free ski down the mountain.

Racers can compete for time or simply enjoy the scenic uphill trek. Afterward, participants are invited to the S6 Main Lodge for coffee and pastries.

Entry: $20 per person

Equipment: Skis with touring gear or split boards only (no snowshoes or skis without metal edges). Saskadena Six does not offer uphill equipment rentals.

Registration: Open Jan. 10 – Feb. 7 at noon; no same-day registration.

For more information, visit: saskadenasix.com.

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