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Rock the Race Adventure Race
OCT. 1st!

RACE FOR THE FUTURE!

Rock the Race and raise money to help local youth become better leaders for tomorrow!
Rock the Race proceeds support teen leadership programs at YMCA Camp Winnebago.  These programs include adventure education programs providing teambuilding, climbing, and high ropes experiences for local youth, environmental education programs, and a 6 week summer apprentice counselor program.

ROCK THE RACE

Get wet and dirty in the YMCA of Rock River Valley’s Annual Rock the Race. This 8 hour or 4 hour adventure race is designed to challenge both novice and experienced racers. Held through out numerous Winnebago County Forest Preserves, Rock the Race will lead you on a completely unique adventure.

Teams of 2-4 racers in co-ed, or non co-ed divisions, will plot a course utilizing multiple disciplines. The open format race includes biking, canoeing, trekking, orienteering, ropes section, and mystery events.

Each team will receive information at the start of the race to help them decide how to approach the course. The object of the race is to locate "checkpoints" along the course. A score is given each time a team locates a "checkpoint". The team with the highest score, in each division, wins. (Teams must return to the finish line within the 8 or 4 hour time limit to be considered ranked.)

Please call 815 489 3375, 815 489 3377, or e-mail bcripe@rockfordymca.org or dfritz@rockfordymca.org for information.

Registration is Open!

REGISTER NOW: Download this form and mail or email it back to us.
RENT A CANOE: You're going to need one! Call Deb Fritz (815-489-3377) if you have already filled out the registration form, but still need a canoe. Cost is $25.

QUICK REFLEX DISCOUNT: Have the quickest reflexes and sign your team up by June 15th and receve $50 off per team! Sign up between June 16th and July 16th and receive $25 off per team.

DATE: based on positive feedback, the race will be held October 1st.

GEAR LIST

Mountain Bike Compass Snacks
Bike Helmet Pencil Sun Screen/Bug Repellant
Bike Lock Sharpie Marker Sun glasses
Canoe Long Pants Map Case (2 large Ziploc bags work well)
Paddles Long Sleeve Shirt At least 1 cell phone per team
Pfs Water Reliable Time Piece (cell phone is fine)

RACE DETAILS

  • Race central is located at the Puri-Crest shelter on the east end of Rock Cut State Park. Parking is available right at the shelter. The canoes will be stationed at the boat launch, just north of the parking area.
  • If you need a canoe, please let us know. Rental from Camp Winnebago is $25 and includes pfds and paddles. They are available first come first serve.
  • Check in for the 8 hour race starts at 6:30am with a pre race meeting at 7:30. The 4 hour racers can check in starting at 9:30 with a pre race meeting at 10:30.

ATTN: Adventure Racers!

We are looking for more Race Committee members!
Are you unable to race, but still wants to be part of the ADVENTURE?
Plans are being made for this year's Rock the Race Adventure Race. We'd like to expand our committee and would love to include experienced (or just enthusiastic!) members. Help make this year's race the best ever. Here's your opportunity to make the race your own. Contact Brad Cripe at bcripe@rockfordymca.org.

Rock the Race 2008 Photos

 
   
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