Land Heritage Institute - Trails Through Time Virtual Endurance Challenge

🏇 Virtual Endurance Challenge at the Land Heritage Institute

Welcome to the Trails Through Time Virtual Endurance Challenge!
Ride, run, walk, or hike your miles—anywhere in the world—while supporting the preservation of one of Texas’s hidden gems: the Land Heritage Institute in San Antonio.

This virtual endurance event invites horse lovers, nature enthusiasts, and history buffs alike to complete a mileage goal of their choice over a set time period. Whether you saddle up your steed, lace up your boots, or hit the treadmill, every mile counts toward honoring the past and protecting the future of this incredible 1,200-acre living land museum.

Choose your distance, track your progress, and earn exclusive race swag like our custom T-shirt and collector’s medal featuring LHI’s iconic trails and heritage symbols. Share your journey with fellow participants online and take pride in supporting a truly meaningful cause.

 
💚 Where Your Donation Goes
100% of race proceeds go directly to the Land Heritage Institute, a non-profit dedicated to preserving open space, protecting native wildlife habitats, and maintaining the historical and cultural landmarks of the region—including the original Presnall-Watson Farmstead, prehistoric archaeological sites, and 20+ miles of public-access trails.

Your donation will help fund:

• Trail maintenance and signage for safer, more accessible paths
• Educational programs on ecology, heritage farming, and conservation
• Historical site restoration and preservation of culturally significant buildings
• Equestrian facility upgrades including mounting blocks, water access, and more
• Community outreach events that keep this land open and free to the public

Join us as we celebrate the connection between land, legacy, and the people—and animals—who carry it forward.

🎁 What You’ll Receive
All registered participants in the Trails Through Time Virtual Endurance Challenge will receive a special race package to commemorate their journey and support of the Land Heritage Institute:

🟩 Limited Edition T-Shirt
Celebrate your miles in style with a custom-designed race T-shirt featuring artwork inspired by the Land Heritage Institute—think rustic trails, longhorn silhouettes, and a tribute to the Medina River. Earth-toned, comfortable, and wearable on the trail or around town.

🟩 Collector’s Finisher Medal
A beautifully crafted medal showcasing the spirit of LHI and the miles you conquered—designed to resemble a wagon wheel or riverbend and made to be proudly displayed.

🟩 Printable Race Bib
You'll also receive a downloadable, printable race bib to personalize your challenge and wear while logging your miles—whether on horseback, foot, or treadmill.

🟩 Community & Impact
Access to our exclusive event Facebook group where you can share progress, photos, trail tales, and cheer on other participants—all while knowing your registration supports trail preservation, education, and conservation efforts at LHI.