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.
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.
Race Date: January 31, 2026
– Start Time: 10:00 am
– Race Distance: 5.1 km
– Race Location: 7550 Ripco Road, Eagle River, WI
– Race Fee: $20.00 by 1/1/26, then $30 until 1/29/26
– Race Director: Chris Nafziger, all inquiries can be sent to: “himanajirace@gmail.com”