Jura Peaks Challenge

The Jura Peaks Challenge is an all women adventure that goes beyond bagging summits. It's a commitment to making time for exploring the mountains on foot; a commitment to supporting the women on this journey; a commitment to being active outdoors no matter what.

THE CHALLENGE
7 treks to ascend the highest peaks of the Jura mountain chain across Switzerland and France. The challenge kicks off in September and goes on through June so challengers experience the Jura mountains through the changing seasons, hiking and snowshoeing to the summits. The challenge takes places only once a year and is limited to 10 participants.

WHO IS THIS FOR?
Nature loving women from all walks of life who are looking to feed and grow their passion for an active life in our mountains. Women who can sustain a full day, 8-hour trek (on average, this represents 6 hours of hiking or snowshoeing), done in a supportive and positive atmosphere but resolute nonetheless. Women who are excited to discover what can be experienced along this journey. Must be at least 18 years old.

WHAT IS NEEDED TO TAKE PART?
An open mind, a sense of humour and a little determination.
The basic trekking material needed is:
* backpack
* water proof windbreaker
* sturdy hiking boots
* walking poles
* snowshoes (we can help you with the rental of these if you don't own your own)
This is not an exhaustive list. You'll receive that once your sign up is confirmed.

"The JPC is more than a trekking adventure. It's a commitment from me to help you get out there consistently, to unplug from the chaos of daily life, and recharge through movement and nature. It's also a community you're welcomed into with likeminded women that have your back. "

- Charlaine, Founder

CHALLENGE DETAILS
* The Jura Peaks Challenge is only offered once a year and there are only 10 spots
* There are 7 outings; five day-treks and two 2-day treks
* Day hikes are a full day, 8-hour trek (on average, this represents 6 hours of hiking or snowshoeing)
* The overnight stays are in dormitories
* Carpooling is possible (and encouraged!)
* The treks are located in both the Swiss Jura mountains and the French Jura mountains. As such, you must have valid identification and/or travel documents for both Switzerland and France.

TREK DATES FOR 10th EDITION (2023-2024)

* 1 October 2023
* 5 November 2023
* 10 December 2023
* 27-28 January 2024
* 3 March 2023
* 28 April 2024
* 8-9 June 2024

Back up dates in case of cancellation(s) due to weather conditions: 15-16 June 2024

A FEW TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST CHALLENGERS

"The JPC is a fabulous outdoor adventure for anyone wanting to discover the Jura mountains and hike. The highlights for me, besides simply completing the challenge, were having the very valuable and informative input of a wonderful local guide, the amazingly delicious lunches & snacks and Charlaine's boundless positive energy. She kept us going at all times and was a master at ensuring that every outing ran seamlessly. I admired her ability to provide such an amazing experience to us all whilst being incredibly attentive to our own personal preferences and needs. It was a wonderful adventure!"

"I personally wanted a physical challenge after having 2 children and feeling like I didn't know physically what I was capable of. This was perfect for me, it pushed me and motivated me to do more. The sense of personal achievement mixed with learning more about the Jura and being with a group of great ladies was brilliant. I would love to do it every year!"

"A challenge certainly but I felt supported in every hike! There were plenty of rests and opportunities to chat. I loved the views, the company and the fabulous lunches and tasty snacks. A fabulous way to get to know the Jura better and to exercise with a group of supportive women. Highly recommend!"

"The JPC is so much more than I expected. Such a joyful and empowering challenge in so many ways - with Charlaine's high class food and snacks included! There is no better way to explore the Juras. It has given me a very special experience to build on for further personal development in life and at work."

THE JURA PEAKS CHALLENGE PACKAGE

WHAT YOU GET:
* A face-to-face "Greet & Meet" meet-up with this edition's JPC crew on the evening of Thursday, 31 August
* A total of 9 guided trekking days
* 2 overnight stays including accommodation (in dormitories) and breakfasts
* Packed picnics for lunch, snacks & drinks for each of your treks. We try to accommodate most dietary restrictions.
* Jura Peaks Challenge mug
* A hiking & snowshoeing gear checklist & tips
* A one-on-one conversation (30 min) via FaceTime/Skype for any of your gear questions
* Jura Peaks Challenge Finisher memento
* Surprises to celebrate this 10th edition
* Certified mountain guides accompanying our group during our seven treks
* Bilingual outdoor enthusiast mentor
* A Zero Waste and Leave No Trace approach
* A community of past JPC finishers and exclusive JPC Alum adventures to keep "playing" outdoors with us
* Memories for life

A FEW MORE TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST CHALLENGERS

"The Jura Peaks Challenge is good for the body, mind and soul. It's a commitment to yourself and to your fellow trekers to show up, push your limits and reach each summit together. I couldn't be happier that I decided to invest this time in myself. Thanks Charlaine, you are an inspiration!"

"It was a fantastic opportunity to do something for myself which I would not have the confidence to do on my own, spend more time with like-minded people and explore this beautiful country I live in. Charlaine's energy, motivation, thoughtfulness and knowledge make it an adventure to remember."

"L’excitation avant de faire notre première sortie... la joie d’avoir bouclé ce Jura Peaks! Chaque sortie a été une vraie bulle d’air dans mon agenda bien chargé et un certain défi physique. Une expérience extraordinaire qui m’a permis de découvrir des lieux magnifiques dans le Jura!"

"This is an amazing experience that you are sharing with like minded women. It is a challenge but you always feel safe and taken care of. If you are considering this you should go for it it is a wonderful and unforgettable experience."

PRICE TAG
To make this adventure as accessible as possible, we offer two options:

FULL PAYMENT

* payment in full: CHF 1885.-

INSTALMENT PAYMENT

* three monthly instalment payments of: CHF 665.-

PAYMENT METHOD

* You can either pay through e-banking transfer, which we prefer, or by Paypal.
* Monthly instalment payments in June, July and August

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

* Transportation costs to the trailheads. We do encourage carpooling and facilitate efficient travel to our treks.
* Public transport costs (usually under CHF 100.-)
* 2 evening meals, drinks and water refills during our overnight stays

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED - ALL SPOTS FILLED

APPLY HERE

FREQUENTLY ASKS QUESTIONS

WHAT IF I CAN'T MAKE ALL THE DATES?

A big part of the experience is the community that's created during our adventures. Having all the participants committed to taking part as much as possible is key to our community building. That being said, you may have a prior commitment that clashes with the trek dates. If you already know that you can't join us for more than one date it's probably best to join us for the following edition.

If I know I can't make a date, will you give me a discount?

Unfortunately we can't as we won't sell your spot to a one-off participant to cover the running costs of the outing.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET ILL oR INJURED. WILL I BE REIMBURSED FOR THE OUTINGS I DON'T TAKE PART IN?

If you can provide us with a medical certificate stating that you cannot take part in one of the outings, we will reimburse you the part of the costs that are impacted by individual participation (for example food or accommodation).

IF I DROP OUT, CAN SOMEONE ELSE TAKE MY SPOT?

If we haven't yet started the treks, we will be in touch with the women on our waitlist to try and help you find a replacement. If a replacement is found we will reimburse you in full.

I DON'T HAVE A CAR. CAN I REACH THE TREKS BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION?

Not all of our trek starting points are easily accessible by public transportation. However, we do encourage carpooling amongst the group and try to offer a pick up near a public transportation whenever possible.

I HAVE SPECIAL DIETARY RESTRICTIONS. DO YOU ACCOMMODATE THIS?

Yes we are able to cater to most dietary restrictions. However, in the case of severe allergies we may not be able to but we will try and find a solution that's suitable for you.

is the jura peaks challenge only for anglophones?

The JPC is open to women off all nationalities, all races and all languages. We use English as this is usually the language we all have in common. But honestly, we do tend to mix it up with French, English and more!

WHAT GEAR DO I NEED?

The basic gear you'll need is a backpack, hiking boots, trekking poles and protective outerwear. Participants will receive a complete gear list for hiking, snowshoeing and for our overnight treks.

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