Sandam Burro Jam Camp
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM MST
- Location Dewey, Arizona
- Price $64.60
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Sandam Burro Jam Camp, taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the stunning Sandam Ranch in Dewey, Yavapai, Arizona! Nestled within the picturesque Prescott National Forest, this event promises three days of burro-filled fun and adventure. Participants can choose from exciting race distances of 3, 6, and 9 miles, catering to all levels of experience and speed. Each race will start together, taking you through scenic forest roads, trails, and sandy washes, making it a perfect outing for burro enthusiasts and families alike.
Kick off the festivities with a welcome dinner on Friday evening, followed by a treasure hunt after dark. On Saturday, join in the burro races and don't miss the 4 PM Pixar-themed costume contest, where both burros and humans can showcase their creativity! With camping included in your entry fee, you'll have the chance to relax and enjoy the great outdoors with fellow burro lovers. Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with laughter, camaraderie, and adventure at the Sandam Burro Jam Camp!
Kick off the festivities with a welcome dinner on Friday evening, followed by a treasure hunt after dark. On Saturday, join in the burro races and don't miss the 4 PM Pixar-themed costume contest, where both burros and humans can showcase their creativity! With camping included in your entry fee, you'll have the chance to relax and enjoy the great outdoors with fellow burro lovers. Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with laughter, camaraderie, and adventure at the Sandam Burro Jam Camp!
Organiser's Description
Come join us for three days of burro fun, September 26th, 27th, and 28th at the beautiful Sandam Ranch, 100 acres in the middle of the Prescott National Forest located in Dewey, AZ!
EVENTS
FRIDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 26TH, WELCOME DINNER FOR ALL CAMPERS AND FAMILY. FIRESIDE FUN!
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH 3, 6, & 9 MILE BURRO RACES
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES CAMPING AND DINNER FRIDAY EVENING, SWAG BAG AND CAP.
CHECK IN FRIDAY 5 TO 6 PM AND AT 7 AM SATURDAY MORNING. ALL BURROS MUST BE CHECKED IN BY 7:45 AM. NO EXCEPTIONS! The first part of the run heads up our road, so all rigs need to be on the ranch by 7:30 AM. If you are running late, you will be stopped on the forest road for safety reasons.
Saturday morning, the burro teams are off and running! 3, 6, and 9 mile loops for all levels of experience and speed. ALL THREE DISTANCES WILL START TOGETHER. The loops consist of a combination of forest road, forest two track, General Crook Trail, Black Canyon Trail, sand wash, and following ribbons through the brush. Please be prepared to carry your phone and plenty of water. Cell service is spotty, but texts go through. Text Carolyn Lee at (928) 925-5085 if you are lost or need help. Trail will be marked at turns and with ribbons when going cross country. If you download the Gaia navigation app, I can share the track with you and it will let you navigate on the fly and track your route. If you havent used it before, download the app and call me. Ill talk you through. It works off GPS and works when your phone is on airplane mode.
*RULES*
3 and 6 mile run- Pack saddles are optional.
9 mile run- Pack saddle, pick, pan, and shovel are required to be worn from start to finish to win awards.
In order to be eligible for awards, if you become separated from your burro, you must return to the place you became separated and start again.
Youth of all ages are encouraged to participate. First time youth and adults that need family assistance can only enter the 3 mile fun run and are asked to start at the back of the start pack and will not be eligible for awards (you cant win a prize if you have a helper pushing your burro).
Jack chains are allowed, but misuse is not.
Burros/Donkeys only.
Awards will be given for first and second place finishers in each distance. Trail will be monitored by game camera.
SEPTEMBER 27TH, 4 PM- COSTUME CONTEST THE THEME IS PIXAR MOVIES. ONE BURRO AND ONE HUMAN PER ENTRY $20 TO ENTER. YOUTH AND ADULTS TO BE JUDGED SEPARATELY. WINNER TAKES ALL.
Winner takes all, if more than 8 entries in a division 1st and 2nd will split 60/40.
For more information text Carolynat (928)925-5085
SEPTEMBER 26TH, 8 PM- TREASURE HUNT AFTER DARK, SEEK HIDDEN TREASURES WITH GLOW STICKS IN THEM. PRIZES AND BURRO TREATS IN EVERY TREASURE.
Entry into any run distance makes you eligible to participate. One person one burro. No helpers allowed. Separate liability release will be required.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
All entries are non-refundable.
DIRECTIONS
Google Maps Sandam Ranch gets you here. Our address sometimes sends you to Timbuktu.
Hwy 169, halfway between mile marker 8 & 9 are two black mailboxes and a brown dumpster on the south side of the road. This is Forest Road 9604K and it dead ends into our property. Turn south down Forest Road 9604K. I will try to have it marked Friday afternoon. Go slow and take corners wide as it gets narrow, but we get huge rigs in and out all the time. Our security gate will be open all weekend.
CAMPING
Camping is included in entry fee. Everyone is welcome to come camp with your burro Friday, September 26th to Sunday, September 28th. There is a huge open field to set camps up in. Follow signs and flags to camp area. We have a few group pens, but you should make arrangements to contain your own burro(s) in camp. There are trees to highline to, but please dont tie burros to trees or set pens up around trees. The start/finish will go through the middle of camp. Unless local restrictions forbid it, Sandam Burro Jam Camp is planning on having a fire on Friday and Saturday evening. We will be serving taco salad or chili depending on the weather. Breakfast will be available for donation Saturday morning and we will make a pizza run after the costume contest Saturday afternoon.
Sunday the 28th at 9 AM will be the Obstacle Challenge. $20 to enter. More details will be posted.
CONTACT
Carolyn Lee (928) 925-5085 [email protected]
EVENTS
FRIDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 26TH, WELCOME DINNER FOR ALL CAMPERS AND FAMILY. FIRESIDE FUN!
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH 3, 6, & 9 MILE BURRO RACES
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES CAMPING AND DINNER FRIDAY EVENING, SWAG BAG AND CAP.
CHECK IN FRIDAY 5 TO 6 PM AND AT 7 AM SATURDAY MORNING. ALL BURROS MUST BE CHECKED IN BY 7:45 AM. NO EXCEPTIONS! The first part of the run heads up our road, so all rigs need to be on the ranch by 7:30 AM. If you are running late, you will be stopped on the forest road for safety reasons.
Saturday morning, the burro teams are off and running! 3, 6, and 9 mile loops for all levels of experience and speed. ALL THREE DISTANCES WILL START TOGETHER. The loops consist of a combination of forest road, forest two track, General Crook Trail, Black Canyon Trail, sand wash, and following ribbons through the brush. Please be prepared to carry your phone and plenty of water. Cell service is spotty, but texts go through. Text Carolyn Lee at (928) 925-5085 if you are lost or need help. Trail will be marked at turns and with ribbons when going cross country. If you download the Gaia navigation app, I can share the track with you and it will let you navigate on the fly and track your route. If you havent used it before, download the app and call me. Ill talk you through. It works off GPS and works when your phone is on airplane mode.
*RULES*
3 and 6 mile run- Pack saddles are optional.
9 mile run- Pack saddle, pick, pan, and shovel are required to be worn from start to finish to win awards.
In order to be eligible for awards, if you become separated from your burro, you must return to the place you became separated and start again.
Youth of all ages are encouraged to participate. First time youth and adults that need family assistance can only enter the 3 mile fun run and are asked to start at the back of the start pack and will not be eligible for awards (you cant win a prize if you have a helper pushing your burro).
Jack chains are allowed, but misuse is not.
Burros/Donkeys only.
Awards will be given for first and second place finishers in each distance. Trail will be monitored by game camera.
SEPTEMBER 27TH, 4 PM- COSTUME CONTEST THE THEME IS PIXAR MOVIES. ONE BURRO AND ONE HUMAN PER ENTRY $20 TO ENTER. YOUTH AND ADULTS TO BE JUDGED SEPARATELY. WINNER TAKES ALL.
Winner takes all, if more than 8 entries in a division 1st and 2nd will split 60/40.
For more information text Carolynat (928)925-5085
SEPTEMBER 26TH, 8 PM- TREASURE HUNT AFTER DARK, SEEK HIDDEN TREASURES WITH GLOW STICKS IN THEM. PRIZES AND BURRO TREATS IN EVERY TREASURE.
Entry into any run distance makes you eligible to participate. One person one burro. No helpers allowed. Separate liability release will be required.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
All entries are non-refundable.
DIRECTIONS
Google Maps Sandam Ranch gets you here. Our address sometimes sends you to Timbuktu.
Hwy 169, halfway between mile marker 8 & 9 are two black mailboxes and a brown dumpster on the south side of the road. This is Forest Road 9604K and it dead ends into our property. Turn south down Forest Road 9604K. I will try to have it marked Friday afternoon. Go slow and take corners wide as it gets narrow, but we get huge rigs in and out all the time. Our security gate will be open all weekend.
CAMPING
Camping is included in entry fee. Everyone is welcome to come camp with your burro Friday, September 26th to Sunday, September 28th. There is a huge open field to set camps up in. Follow signs and flags to camp area. We have a few group pens, but you should make arrangements to contain your own burro(s) in camp. There are trees to highline to, but please dont tie burros to trees or set pens up around trees. The start/finish will go through the middle of camp. Unless local restrictions forbid it, Sandam Burro Jam Camp is planning on having a fire on Friday and Saturday evening. We will be serving taco salad or chili depending on the weather. Breakfast will be available for donation Saturday morning and we will make a pizza run after the costume contest Saturday afternoon.
Sunday the 28th at 9 AM will be the Obstacle Challenge. $20 to enter. More details will be posted.
CONTACT
Carolyn Lee (928) 925-5085 [email protected]
Races
-
3 Mile Burro Fun Run
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Cap
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$64.60
3 mile trail run/walk all on property. -
6 Mile Intro Burro Race
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Cap
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$64.60
6 mile trail run will be a loop on the General George Crook trail to the Black Canyon Trail back to the ranch. -
9 Mile Pack Burro Race
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Cap
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$64.60
Pack saddle, pick, pan, and shovel are required. This is a loop with the 6 mile run extending 3 more miles in a loop down sheep creek wash and back onto the Black Canyon Trail. The wash is technical and will require the team to work together. The aid station will be at mile 3.5 and again at mile 6.5.
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