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TOUGH BUCK WORKOUT 2026

Mark you calendars for February 14, 2026, MTNTOUGH hosts the TOUGH BUCK Hunt Giveaway Workout, where fitness meets backcountry grit at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City. Every participant who completes the workout earns entry into a drawing for a fully outfitted Sonora, Mexico Mule Deer Hunt with MX Hunting—including guiding, lodging, meals, and trophy care. The winner picks their hunt dates in the 2026/2027 season. Only 510 spots are available, and one finisher will walk away with the hunt of a lifetime.
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TOUGH BUCK WORKOUT 2026

The concept of TOUGH BUCK is simple: complete the workout, and you’re entered to win the hunt. Each rep pushes you past your limits while supporting mule deer conservation. It’s your shot at the ultimate prize—testing your grit for a chance at a once-in-a-lifetime hunt.

Get ready for an unforgettable day of grit, sweat, and impact at TOUGH BUCK 2026, taking place on February 14, 2026. Whether you're participating for the challenge, the cause, or the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime mule deer hunt in Sonora, Mexico, these events unite the backcountry community like nothing else.

The weekend kicks off with the TOUGH BUCK Hunt Giveaway Workout, designed to simulate the demands of a true mountain hunt, with a mule deer hunt on the line for finishers. This event supports mule deer conservation in partnership with the Mule Deer Foundation and offers an experience you'll remember long after the event concludes.

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Additional Perks

Not only will you get the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime mule deer hunt, you’ll also score a full year of MTNTOUGH+ training to get you prepared. Every entry includes a year of onX Premium, giving you the tools to plan and explore with confidence. Plus, you’ll receive a free Mule Deer Foundation membership, joining a community dedicated to conservation. That's over $300 in added value.

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Hunt Giveaway Workout
TOUGH BUCK

Saturday, February 14, 2026
Hunt Expo / Salt Lake City, Utah

Win a Sonora Mule Deer Hunt! A high-effort, low-ego workout built to mirror a real mountain hunt. Complete it and earn a shot at the ultimate prize.

Quick Hits:

  • Limited to 510 participants, 30-person waves
  • Pick your brand’s wave for exclusive perks
  • Focus: Completion over competition
  • Must be 18 years old to enter
  • Win a 10-day Sonora Mule Deer Hunt
  • Winner will be drawn at ~2:00 pm (must be present) on 2/14/26.

Workout Details:

  • Modeled after the popular TOUGH SHEEP Workout
  • Scalable for all fitness levels
  • Bring your hunting backpack and we will provide the weight!
  • Expect something similar to a backcountry packout
  • Workout should take most people around 45 minutes to complete!
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OUR GOAL

TOUGH BUCK

The goal of the TOUGH BUCK workouts is to challenge athletes to push past their limits while giving back to mule deer conservation. In 2026, the event will launch in support of the Mule Deer Foundation’s mission to protect mule deer and the wild places they call home—marking the start of a new tradition that unites grit in the gym with impact on the ground.

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MULE DEER FOUNDATION

The Mule Deer Foundation is the only conservation organization in North America solely dedicated to restoring, improving, and protecting mule deer, black-tailed deer, and their habitat. Guided by science and powered by grassroots support, MDF works to ensure healthy western deer populations and quality habitat year-round. Our efforts are delivered through dedicated staff and strong partnerships with state and federal agencies, as well as other conservation groups. Beyond habitat work, MDF champions public access, sound wildlife management, and mentoring the next generation of hunters, shooters, and conservationists.