The Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run Media Policy for has been updated for 2023. Please note the important May 15 deadline. The USFS has updated their policies, and is requiring all media permit applications to be submitted at least 60 days in advance of the event. They've been very clear to us that no extensions will be granted, so if you're looking to join us this year, get yours in soon!
More than 40 inches of snow fell in the San Juan mountains (Red Mountain Pass) during the month of February - much more than the average amount of 30 inches. As a results, the snow pack remains above average (about 124% of normal). March is the “swing” month in the snow season: if the current rate of snowfall remains steady we can expect a productive finale through May with plenty of snow on the course come July. The jet stream remains favorable for this scenario but much can change in the coming months. “It is a good place when all you have is hope and not expectations”.
Hardrock Official Print 2023This year's official print has been chosen - congratulations to Wendy Wheeler-Jacob for her piece entitled "Confidence".
"When a course marking is placed somewhere other than at an intersection, it is considered a “confidence marker.” As someone who has been in charge of course markings and sweeping at Cascade Crest 100 for 10 years, this subject matter is highly meaningful to me. This painting pays homage to the volunteers who help mark the course, and the confidence necessary to finish such a wild & tough event." -Wendy
The Joel Zucker Memorial Scholarship is proud to announce this year’s twelve deserving recipients from Silverton and Lake City, awarding a record $37,000 for 2022.
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High School Graduates:
Continuing Education:
Now in it’s 23rd year, we have awarded 131 scholarships totaling $247,550 to San Juan Mountain community students in memory of Joel Zucker from New York state who died 36 hours after completing his third Hardrock Hundred run in 1998. Joel loved Silverton, the mountains, and especially long-distance running. He was a university librarian and the Hardrock Hundred community created this award to honor his memory.
100-mile run with 33,197 feet of climb and 33,197 feet of descent for a total elevation change of 66,394 feet with an average elevation of 11,186 feet - low point 7,680 feet (Ouray) and high point 14,048 feet (Handies Peak).
All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service.
