The 2026 Max Vert Challenge Is On!

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Supporting Mammoth High School Ski & Snowboard Teams

Friends, ripping skiers, boarders, and vertical-hungry athletes — with snow on the ground, it’s officially time to drop in. The 2026 Max Vert Challenge is back, and it’s shaping up to be another unforgettable day on the mountain in support of the Mammoth High School Alpine Ski and Snowboard Teams.

Last year, Dale “Coach” Knott laid down an incredible 71,480 vertical feet to take the win.

This year’s question: Is 75,000 feet of vert possible in a single lift-served day? There’s only one way to find out.

Whether you’re chasing bragging rights, prizes, or just an epic day skiing or riding for a great cause, the Max Vert Challenge is open to all.

🏔️ Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (open to close on operating lifts)

📍 Location: Mammoth Mountain (check-in at Canyon Lodge)

Participants will track vertical feet and distance using the STRAVA app — all results will be recorded through STRAVA, no exceptions.

🏆 Prizes

Skiing

$500 — Max Vertical
$100 — Max Distance

Snowboarding

$250 — Max Vertical
$100 — Max Distance

💙 How It Supports MHS Teams

Minimum donation:
- $100 per adult
- $25 for participants under 18
A Venmo donation link will be shared soon.
Feeling generous? Double or triple your donation to boost your karma and the teams.
All entry fees will be matched, dollar for dollar, as a donation to the Mammoth High School Alpine Teams.
Fundraising goal: An $8,000 donation to support team travel, training, and competition needs.
Not skiing or riding? You can still donate directly to support the teams.

📏 Rules & Safety

This event is all about fun, competition, and community — but safety comes first.

All Mammoth Mountain resort rules apply
Participants assume all liability
Helmets required
No tucking or straight-lining
No BLACK PASS line-cutting — we’re keeping it fair
Be courteous, be smart, and be safe
Please… don’t do stupid things (you know who you are 😉)

Full mountain safety rules can be found here:https://www.mammothmountain.com/on-the-mountain/safety

⛷️ Day-Of Details

Meet at Canyon Lodge, third/top level, around 7:30 AM for check-in
Invite your friends — but keep it cool: this is not a sanctioned event, just a great fundraiser and an even better time
More details coming soon, including post-event drinks at Distant Brewing

📣 How to Participate

If you plan to ski or ride, please email to confirm your participation. Even if you can’t join on the mountain, your donation still makes a big impact for MHS student-athletes.

Let’s rack up the vert, raise serious funds, and support our ski and snowboard teams in true Mammoth fashion.

See you on the hill.