Arise Challenge 2025 - Crew Call
July 17-20, 2025
Rocky Mountains, Alberta
We understand that women struggle to step-out of their routines and responsibilities. It is hard for women to hand-off all that they juggle, and to leave the people they provide care for (e.g., children, spouses, parents, siblings, friends etc.). There is little time for adventure, and yet our hearts long for the extraordinary.
The world provides few opportunities to experience genuine escape, and our busy lives leave little room for wonder but there is a call to “arise and come away” our hearts all recognize.
Not a conference or typical women’s retreat; the Arise Challenge is designed to foster a sense of wonder and encourage the release of control. Mystery is an important part of the weekend!
Women are placed in teams of 8-10 and, over a span of three days, they brave the unknown together and push past their comfort zone.
Walking new landscapes, on secret paths and simply follow, listen, and wait is soul-expanding challenge for the body, mind, and spirit. Trust the process and discover what might be hidden from sight.
Come as you are. Come with an open mind and allow the experience to challenge and change you.
July 17-20, 2025
Rocky Mountains, Alberta
July 18-20, 2025
Rocky Mountains, Alberta
Arise, my darling. Come away with me, my beautiful one. For the winter is past, the rain has ended and gone away. The blossoms appear in the countryside. The time for singing has come.
Song of songs 2: 10-12
The Arise Challenge is for adult women (above 18 years old, in Canada). You do not need to be a resident of Canada to participate, but if you are visiting our country proof of travel insurance/medical coverage will be required – and please note, our event is delivered in the English language.
While the Arise Challenge is designed for women to finish, it is not easy. This is not designed as a relaxing retreat in the outdoors. It is an active, immersive experience in the outdoors. The conditions are rustic (i.e., no bunks or hot showers) and the program involves walking considerable distances, with some elevation and the need to carry a daypack.
Fear not! You are stronger than you think, and we will be in this together. Together in the struggle, together in the victory!
The physical aspect of the Arise Challenge is meant to be uncomfortable, but not impossible. It is NOT only for mountaineer athletes! It is designed for the average, healthy woman to be able to complete. However, you will want to prepare by conditioning your body – especially, if your lifestyle has not included regular physical activity and/or you are currently “out of shape”. If that is you, a good place to start is by walking with a pack multiple times a week, eventually making your way up to being able to walk (outdoors, on uneven terrain) for more than 15KMS non-stop.
Only bring what is on the ARISE Canada Packing List.
We do not want the Arise Challenge to result in financial hardship. We provide the food and the means to cook – so, you do not need to provide your own camping stoves or cookware. We encourage women to borrow or share equipment – such as, tents, extra sleeping bags and mats, and headlamps. You will want good outerwear to be prepared for Canadian Rockies where the temperatures can dip and change (i.e., rain gear and a warm jacket), a good-fitting pair of hiking shoes and a backpack suitable for day use. These things do not need to be new, technically advanced and expensive; just suitable.
Jewelry and make-up are not needed on the Arise Challenge.
You will be asked to give-up your watch, cell phone and other personal electronic devices (e.g., fitness tracker) to provide a distraction free weekend!
Mystery is an important element of the Arise Challenge; we do not disclose the event location. Registered participants will receive instructions from ARISE Canada prior to the weekend; this will include where to show-up and when. Teams will have the ability to connect prior to the Arise Challenge and may choose to coordinate travel to and from the event. ARISE Canada does not arrange for individual travel to the Arise Challenge location, nor does the event fee cover individual travel needs.
Yes!
Women can register as individuals or as a group. During the registration process, women have the option to list the names of friends they wish to join on the Arise Challenge. We form teams of 8-10 women based on groups/friends first, then based on where women live. If your group is less than ten, we will combine groups to make a complete team.
If you do not list a group/friend, we will assign you a team.
Many women complete the Arise Challenge without a group/friend. Fear not! Coming alone makes for a powerful experience, as new friends – even sisters are to be found in the wilderness.
Not at all!
Everyone is welcome on the Arise Challenge! There is something of value to be found in the wilderness, for believer and non-believer alike. All we ask of participants is to keep an open mind and respect for others.
You must read this waiver before proceeding. You will be required to agree to it when completing your registration form. By agreeing to it, you are giving up certain rights.
This Agreement witnesses that for good and valuable consideration, including the acceptance of this Agreement by The 4th Musketeer Canada (“4th Musketeer”) for participation in any “4th Musketeer Event” (“Event”) including but not limited to Extreme Character Challenge “XCC”, Remote Character Challenge, Freedom 8848, Team Everest Challenge, Arise, Muskathlon, 4Glory and any other Event in which the 4th Musketeer is involved in, the sufficiency and receipt of which consideration are hereby acknowledged, the undersigned hereby represents, warrants and agrees to and with 4th Musketeer as follows:
Voluntary Participation. I understand and confirm that my participation in the Event is voluntary.
Identification of Risks. I understand that the Event will expose me to the very real risk of injury and loss, both to person and to property, from, among other things, fatigue, cold, hunger, thirst, physical exhaustion, inclement weather (which can be extreme and can change rapidly and without warning) and other natural hazards including rugged terrain and conditions. Hiking, climbing, camping, crossing and walking in creeks/rivers/lakes and related activities, games, food preparation, campfires, and transportation to such activities involve additional risks and dangers. Other potential risks include the remote locations that we use (i.e. mountainous terrain where natural hazards abound). During these activities, participants could become lost or separated from their guide (where provided), where rescue and communication can be difficult and medical treatment may be unavailable. I also understand that the risk of injury includes the possibility of permanent disability and death. I understand that this Waiver, Release of Liability, Indemnification, and Consent to Medical Attention is intended to address all of the risks of any kind associated with my participation in any aspect of the Event including any risks arising from the actions, inactions, negligence or gross negligence of the 4th Musketeer, its employees and agents and other participants in the Event, including owners, lessors and lessees of premises used, their respective officers, pastors, employees, agents and volunteers, and all of the heirs, successors, and assigns of any of the foregoing (collectively, the “Representatives”), including, but not limited to, risks arising out of or otherwise related to any of the following:
Assumption of Risk. I assume all risks, known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable, in any way connected with my participation in the Event. I accept personal responsibility for any liability, injury, loss, or damage in any way connected with my participation in the Event. I acknowledge that the risks inherent in the Event are a significant part of the reason I have made the decision to participate.
Release and Waiver. I agree to release and I hereby do release, the 4th Musketeer and all of the Representatives from any and all liability for, and I hereby waive any and all claims for, personal injury, death, property damage or other loss, damage, or expense, including attorneys’ fees, in any way connected with my participation in the Event, whether or not caused in whole or in part by the negligence, gross negligence or other misconduct of the 4th Musketeer, any Representatives or any of the other participants in the Event (a “Claim”).
Indemnification. I agree to indemnify the 4th Musketeer and its Representatives against, and to hold them harmless from, any Claim, or any expense, including attorneys’ fees. (including the cost of defending any Claim I might make, or that might be made on my behalf, that is released or waived hereby), in any way connected with a Claim.
Binding Effect. This instrument shall be binding upon my relatives, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, next of kin, and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the 4th Musketeer and the Representatives.
Severability. If any provision (or portion of any provision) of this instrument is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforceable in part to the fullest extent permitted by law, and such invalidity or unenforceability shall not otherwise affect any other provision of this instrument.
Applicable Law. The 4th Musketeer operates from the province of Alberta and in order to provide certainty in the law to be applied in the construction of this instrument, this instrument shall be governed, construed, and enforced in accordance with the law of the province of Alberta.
Marketing Release. The 4th Musketeer may record me (and every other participant on the Event) at any time during the Event on videotape, audiotape, photograph or any other form of media, and may use my name, voice, or testimonial without restriction for the future promotional purpose of the 4th Musketeer.
Consent to Medical Treatment. I authorize the 4th Musketeer and the Representatives, if any are present, to provide to me, through medical personnel of their choice, customary medical assistance, transportation, and emergency medical services should I require such assistance, transportation, or services as a result of injury or damage related to my participation in the Event. This consent is given in advance of any specific diagnosis, treatment, surgery or medications, and is given to provide authorization and specific consent for medical/dental treatment and care in my behalf. This consent does not impose a duty upon the 4th Musketeer or its Representatives to provide such assistance, transportation, or services, and I acknowledge that some or all of these may not be available to me prior to, during or after completion of the Event.
I certify I have personal and or provincial health insurance which will provide coverage for me during the duration of said Event. This coverage will insure me FULLY during the duration of said Event. If I am traveling internationally, my health insurance includes FULL coverage in the foreign countries where I will travel, with no territorial limitations. I understand that the 4th Musketeer provides no health plan or assistance and that all medical expenses are my responsibility.
This is a waiver, release of liability, indemnification, and consent. I have read this waiver, release of liability, indemnification, and consent. I understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it. I am signing this waiver, release of liability, indemnification, and consent voluntarily.
I, for myself, and on behalf of my heirs and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS the 4th Musketeer, their heirs, employees, also insured’s, other participants, and owners, lessors and lessees of premises used, from any and all claims, demands, losses, and liability arising out of, or related to any INJURY, LOSS, DISABILITY OR DEATH I may suffer, or loss or damage to persons or property, even if ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF the 4th Musketeer or others, to the fullest extent permitted by law.