Frequently Asked Questions

The event is running from Sunday, March 3rd until the following Saturday, March 9th to accommodate the March Break in New Brunswick. The official opening ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday at a location that will be determined following the closing of rider registrations. There will be a closing ceremony on Saturday, March 9th for everyone involved, whether or not teams finished early or not at all. The final wave of riders will have arrived in time for the evening celebration, awards will be given out to a select number of teams and the raffle will close. Raffle prizes will also be awarded. Other details TBA.

By clicking here (https://www.1000milechallenge.ca/register) and filling out the registration form. Everyone is required to submit a registration fee which goes to the fundraiser.

Yes, anyone who is a snowmobiler and has a legal snowmobile is welcome to join The Challenge.

Good question. There will be a link on the website and on our social media pages where companies, businesses, friends and family can click and easily donate online or select a sponsorship level, and money is transferred directly to the receiving charity/organization. Sponsorship money can be given in cash/cheque, but as this is harder to track, we highly recommend they use the online platform so that we can monitor and live update the progress of the fundraising campaign.

See https://www.snowmobilenb.com/ and choose initiatives in the menu to review rules of the trails in New Brunswick.

The 1000 Mile Challenge is a challenge - not a race.  The challenge is for man/woman and machine to accomplish 1000 miles.  While in the past the 1000 Mile Challenge was a 24 hour event - there is no requirement to achieve this.  The kids are the winners in this event.

Success and audience participation have been high in the past due to the public’s ability to ‘watch’ the riders and therefore feel a part of the event. If you prefer not to be tracked for whatever reason, this is okay but keep in mind that it's also a safety measure that allows viewers to know where you are in case something happens and you need assistance on the trail. So we highly recommend it.

Each team member has to raise a monetary amount of $2500.  That is $2500 per rider.  Teams of 2 will raise $5000.  This can be done through donations and sponsorships.

Yes, as long as you’re able to navigate the page to direct sponsors to donation links and don’t mind if someone promotes you online on your behalf.

Yes, as long as your team is okay with photos, or you have raised the minimum amount to ride.

There will be trophies for the top money-raised teams and amazing raffle prizes - like a whale-watching tour.

Although the 1000 Mile challenge is done over the course of one week, there is no minimum or maximum time that it needs to be done.  Riders must abide by the rules of the trail and maintain safety as their number one priority.

Money raised goes directly to paying for children’s camp fees.  Once the 1000 Mile event is finished, we open up a camper registration on the 1000 Mile Challenge website. Children’s names are registered and passed on to their chosen camp.  The camp then bills The 1000 Mile Challenge for the camper’s registration fee.  Some of the money raised goes to running the 1000 Mile Event.

Companies wishing to sponsor the 1000 Mile Challenge can do so on the 1000 Mile Challenge website.  Since advertising is being provided through the sponsorships, we are required to collect HST as we are providing a service.

Cheques can be made out to “1000 Mile Challenge Inc.”  They can be mailed to:

1000 Mile Challenge Inc

61 Rankine Road

Tracy, NB

E5L 1L3

Due to the risks involved with snowmobiling alone, it is a requirement that you ride with a minimum of one other rider.  Team sizes are 2 or more.

In the past, teams have used support vehicles.  While not required, they are nice to have when attempting 1000 Miles on any snowmobile.

The week-long event will begin with an opening ceremony at the start location; however, at the time of registration, riders will be asked their goals - how many days they plan to attempt the 1000 miles for. We will be recommending staggered starts in order to reduce traffic and discourage any competition. It may also be recommended that riders do the recommended route in the opposite direction. Alternate routes may be added to the recommended routes, depending on number of participants.

Each rider and team is required to bring a minimum amount in order to support the main goal of this event: to send children to camp who would not normally go due to finances.  We do understand that there will be cases of a sponsor wishing to provide fuel for a rider, buy their sled wrap, etc, they may.  This does not come out of your minimum $2500 per rider. Please consider the children in all your decisions, as we really don’t want to intercept money that was to be used for sending kids to camp and use it for things that may not be needed. I would consider the same policy for donated items. Consider that items could be used towards a raffle, which will in turn send more kids to camp.

No. Historically the route had been planned for riders, however, they were not bound to it. There are advantages to staying on the recommended route. Snowmobile clubs will be aware of the route and may have the trails groomed for participants, fuel stops may be required and preplanned, etc.

You may have sponsors include parts for your sleds. Keep in mind the reason for this event - to send kids to camp. In the past, if sponsors wanted to give donations in the form of parts/merchandise, we would include items in a raffle where fans could buy ballads to win sponsored prizes. It is a great way to send more kids to camp.

Absolutely. In your rider package, you will have a recommended sponsor package that will include an option for you to sell sponsored names on your sled. Historically, sleds were wrapped with 1000 Mile Challenge wraps which included sponsors' names sold on the sled.  However, this is not a requirement.

Most likely you could end up on TV.  Especially if you crash and die.

Please be advised that by signing up for the 1000 Mile Challenge, you agree to be filmed and allow your content to be shared on many different platforms.

Riders who are unable to raise the required $2500 per rider amount should reach out to organizers. We will provide you with the best tools and ideas to help you achieve your goal. Should you be unwilling to work with us to help you, you will be removed from the event.

Participants can absolutely sponsor themselves.

If your sled breaks down, you can opt to swap it for another sled, fix it, bailout, anything you want.  Should you have a support crew available, they can help.  The event lasts an entire week and with many fans and supporters, it would be advisable to seek the necessary help to get your machine back on the trail.

Recommended stops will always have fuel available. However, oil should not be counted upon. Fuel and oil are the rider’s responsibilities.

Organizers will do their best to provide riders with the best routing possible, and make recommendations to riders on how to best navigate our trails.  Or New Brunswick trails are of the best in the world, and so is our signage.  It will ultimately be up to riders to get themselves along their routes.

There can be a women’s only team.

Yes.  As long as it has a registration/title, trail pass, and insurance.

Unfortunately, the event is only being held during the week of March 2-9th.  If one wanted to participate outside of this time frame, they can do so but should expect no publicity.

Should your team want to be tracked online (recommended), it is advisable that they carry a Spot GPS tracker or a Garmin Inreach device with an active subscription.  The 1000 Mile Challenge will make recommendations on this but ultimately it is the team’s responsibility.  They can be bought new online but also come up in the used market often.

You can, but the value of items can not be counted towards your minimum sponsorship.

Riders from the first 3 years of the 1000 Mile Challenge may be present during the event, but no guarantees will be made that they are riding during the event.

Riders can bring people on the back with them, however every rider will be required to raise $2500.

The recommended route will have recommended and official stops throughout the route.

Each team is responsible for their own fuel, oil, navigation, and support crew (not required).  Organizers will provide the best guidance and advice before the event to allow you your best chance of completing the 1000 Mile Challenge.

Minimum sponsorship is in Canadian dollars.

If you would like to participate in the event but do not have a snowmobile, consider joining a team and helping them contribute with fundraising or supporting their riders through the event.

The 1000 Mile Challenge is not responsible for any damages, injuries or death.  All riders ride at their own risk and must have a valid registration, insurance, and trail pass to ride in New Brunswick.  All rules and laws of the trails are to be followed.  Ignorance is not an excuse to break the law.

No, any alcohol/drugs is strictly prohibited.  Any rider representing the 1000 Mile Challenge found to be consuming alcohol or using drugs at any 1000 Mile Challenge event will be immediately removed.  Riders are expected to obey the rules of the trails at all times. 

Historically the 1000 Mile Challenge was done in a 24 Hour period and the miles were done consecutively.  Also riders were chosen based on a variety of different attributes and traits.  On the first and second year of the Challenge, there were only 2 riders.  In the third year there were two teams of two.  The 1000 Mile Challenge 2024 is now allowing riders to join the event but also dropping the minimum time and making it a week long event.

1000 Miles can be validated by GPS in conjunction with the route traveled.

Yes on Saturday, March 9th, 2024 there will be an ending ceremony to mark the close of The 1000 Mile Challenge 2024.

Food and bathrooms are the responsibility of the riders.  Warming huts are frequent and have facilities and most gas stops will have food available.  There will be recommended stop locations along the route.

The 1000 mile challenge is a registered non-profit corporation based in Fredericton NB.  It is not yet a charity however we direct any charitable donations directly to one of our sponsored children’s camps.

Sponsors outside of Teams are certainly welcomed and encouraged.  Corporate sponsors can contact the 1000 Mile Challenge directly through 1000milechallengeteam@gmail.com or visit the website.

In the rider package that will be provided to you, you will find numerous aids that will help you in approaching sponsors and raising money to support your 1000 Mile ride.  If you feel the need, reach out to organizers for additional help and/or ideas.

They can do either or.  The website will be available to collect before, during, and after the event.

The 1000 Mile Challenge has no time limit on it.  The event runs for a total of 7 days.  While the challenge is 1000 miles, it is absolutely not required.  There is no time or distance requirement for success.  The ‘Challenge’ is 1000 Miles.  No one is going to stop you from doing it in 24 hours or 168 hours.  The success is in sending children to camp.

Absolutely.  Never should anyone consider The Challenge a race.  Riders should ride within their means and comfort levels at all times.  This is a fundraising event to send children to camp.

For sure!  Any items collected will be entered in an online raffle where fans are able to by tickets in hopes of winning said prize.  We have learned that this is an excellent way to turn physical items into money to send kids to camp.

We will be adding raffle items to the event until one week after the event.