Take a Hike! Challenge

Take a Hike! Challenge

Register for this year’s The Conservation Foundation and Endeavor Health 2026 Take a Hike! Challenge! For eight weeks, from September 1 to October 27, rediscover the healthy benefits of being active and spending time outdoors.

It’s a great opportunity for all age, plus you can earn a prize for completing the challenge! To help you meet your goals, there are a variety of fun special events planned throughout the challenge. 

Participation is free and easy with three simple steps:

  1. Sign up online by September 30
  2. Get out and hike from September 1 to October 27.
  3. Turn in the Take a Hike! Tracker with 6 completed hikes to get an award.

Special Events

Elmhurst Park District is holding a free Family Storybook Walk event during the Take a Hike Challenge! Learn more >>

You can check out other hiking special events during the challenge at The Conservation Foundation website.