FAT PURSUIT WORKSHOP
January 5-7, 2026
© PHOTO CREDIT EDDIE CLARK
FAT PURSUIT WORKSHOP
IS A 3 DAY CAMP
Fat Pursuit Workshop is meant to give participants taking part in the Fat Pursuit (but not limited to those participants) an opportunity to test gear, acclimate to the environment and elevation and learn additional winter travel cycling tips and tricks. We will also give you a little more insight into the Fat Pursuit itself and ride some of the course!
This is an incredible way to boost your confidence and give yourself a "shake down" before the Fat Pursuit if you are participating in it!
Considering this is a 3-day camp and prior to the Fat Pursuit, we will be concentrating on “setting yourself up for success” when it comes to an event. We will touch base on many winter expedition traveling aspects but spend most of our time discussing, practicing and learning things we feel are most important to get to the finish line of an event where efficient travel and taking care of yourself becomes most important for one’s success.
CAMP
REGISTRATION
$1000​
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Space is limited to an intimate group of 15 participants
A minimum of seven participants is necessary in order to hold camp. It will be canceled a month in advance if that minimum is not met.
For the Workshop
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For the Workshop and Event
SAVE $125!!
on a 200K race registration!
$1200​
World-Class Instructors
Yellowstone Country
A SMALL CAMP ON A BIG ADVENTURE
Fat Biking in the Yellowstone Region!
WHAT WILL
BE PROVIDED
WHAT WILL
BE PROVIDED
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Professional instruction from accomplished winter cycling guides.
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2 dinners and 2 lunches (we will have coffee, other drinks, and some simple food/snacks around but please bring things you like and breakfast for yourselves. Add water style breakfast is recommended as we will encourage you to boil water with your stove when you wake up).
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Base Camp - "the Bunkhouse" at Island Park, Idaho. The Bunkhouse provides ample space for us to provide a classroom setting to teach our theory sessions. You will claim a seat which will be your space where you can keep gear/kit etc and where you will dine.
There is bathroom, showers, full kitchen that Tracey will be making your meals in.
This space also acts as a "safety net" incase there is an accident or discomfort during your nighttime bivy (sleeping outside).
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Swag Bag
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Feel free to bring extra gear and try different things.
The structure of the camp is to sleep outside both nights but the base camp is available as a safety net if something was to go wrong or if you’re just not comfortable for one reason or another and want to sleep indoors.
© PHOTO CREDIT JAMYE CHRISMAN
WHAT WILL NOT
BE PROVIDED
Bikes and Equipment
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Bike rentals available at Open Range Cycles in Jackson, WY or Wheel Wranglers in Victor, ID
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A suggested gear list will be provided upon registration but also make your own decisions on what you want to bring. We will be discussing clothing during theory session on Day 1. Equipment and gear discussion comes up naturally throughout the camp.
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Lodging Before and After​​
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Sawtelle Mountain Resort is our lodging partner.
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There are many places to stay in Island Park, including hotels, cabins, and private short term rentals.
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During the camp you will be sleeping outside with knowing the comfort of warmth is near by in case of an emergency. Remember the purpose of the camp is to learn at, possibly do things for the first time and hopefully get you comfortable for your upcoming Fat Pursuit! With that said we may challenge you in some cases but here to help and guide you.
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Breakfast, Lunch, and Trail Snacks​
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Using your stove and boiling water is a priceless winter discipline. We expect you to do this each morning and is a great way to start your day, making your breakfast and/or cup of coffee.
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We will stop and take a break each day to have lunch that we provide.
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Bring trail snacks and others if you have a
special diet.
Jay Petervary
A professional cyclist filled with bike knowledge. JayP may have the most ultra endurance cycling experience. 25yrs of multi-day racing, 15yrs of winter fat biking, and a race resume too long to list.
Jay has competed 12 times on the Iditarod trail.
Tracey Petervary
Tracey's 20 years of ultra racing experience includes 10yrs of winter ultra cycling. Having done the Iditarod Trail Invitational 5 times (North and South routes to Nome - 1000 miles), Fat Pursuit and Arrrowhead. Learn how far a positive attitude takes you.
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GET MORE DETAILS
We know our camp is going to be an unforgettable experience and we sincerely don’t want you to miss out on the opportunity! If you have any reservations or questions you’d like to ask please fill out the form and we’ll get back to you with more details.
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Jay Petervary