Running Up For Air - Tiger Mountain

Conquer the Mountain, Conquer The Need Of Clean Air

Every vertical foot run raises money to support the fight for clean air in Washington state.

The Up For Air Series is a collection of endurance events created to amplify informed dialogue and empower organizations actively working on air quality solutions. Proceeds from Up For Area events are directed at carefully selected non-profit groups who demonstrate high value influence strategies. The race platform is used to expose participants and the general public to science-based material about the importance of healthy air. All events are conducted with a minimal footprint philosophy.

Join us for a thrilling 12, 6, or 3-hour endurance challenge on the stunning Tiger Mountain in Issaquah, Washington. But this event is about more than just pushing your limits - it's about raising awareness for climate change and supporting Washington Conservation Action.

Why a winter event? Because winter is when pollutants are on the rise due to wood burning heat and long periods of car warming. It's not just unhealthy air in the Pacific Northwest during this season; we also face yearly forest fires that further pollute our air during the summer months.

By participating in Running Up For Air - Tiger Mountain, you're not only conquering the mountain but also taking a stand for the need of clean air. Together, we can make a difference and protect our environment.

So lace up your running shoes, rally your team, and join us on this extraordinary journey towards cleaner air and a brighter future! Sign up today for Running Up For Air - Tiger Mountain!

Participants will ascend Tiger Mountain and attempt to summit the mountain as many times as possible to raise awareness and money to address air quality issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Participants are encouraged to gather pledges for each lap completed up the mountain.

Location:

Start/Finish area is at Clark Elementary School. Each loop is 8 miles with 3,000+ feet of vert. We will have a warming tent, aid station with warm food, beverages and participant canopy area at the Start/Finish area, along with limited water and aid at the West Tiger 1 Hiker's Hut.

12 & 6 Hour Start time - 7am
3 Hour Start time - 10am

2023 Results

The course: The Running Up for Air: Tiger Mountain course ascends from Issaquah High School to the Hiker’s Hut at the summit of W. Tiger #1, mainly via the formidable Section Line trail, and return to the start/finish via the same route.

The stats:
7.4 miles – out and back.
3,494′ elevation gain.
3,504′ elevation loss

GPX file of the course

The cause: As RUFA puts it, working for clean air and climate solutions is an endurance sport. Fortunately, just like any long run, we can face these challenges together. This will be a great day of community, connection, and trails. All runner’s will have the opportunity to fundraise with their community in conjunction with the race, and race proceeds less costs will be donated to our non-profit beneficiary, Washington Conservation Action.

Running Up for Air is a growing collection of endurance events created to amplify informed dialogue and empower individuals and organizations actively working on air quality solutions. Proceeds from Up For Air events are directed at carefully selected and vetted non-profit groups who demonstrate high value influence strategies and efforts in the battle for better air. The race platform is used to expose participants and the general public to science-based material about the importance of healthy air. All events are conducted with a minimal footprint philosophy.

Pick your challenge: Runners sign up for either the 3hr, 6hr, or 12hr race length, and then complete the course as many times as they are able within their allotted time.