Tug Hill Fall Adventure Challenge
Event summary
Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a family looking for fun, there's something for everyone. Navigate the scenic trails using a map and compass to uncover hidden checkpoints, all while enjoying the fresh fall air. Plus, participants will benefit from a free navigation clinic before the race to sharpen their skills. With post-race pizza and prizes up for grabs, the Tug Hill Fall Adventure Challenge is not just a race—it's a celebration of teamwork and the great outdoors. Gather your friends or family and join us for an unforgettable day of adventure!
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CNY Fall Adventure Challenge
Incl. $3.10 Fee &
This is a bike, paddle, and hike event, where teams will navigate through each section of the course using a map and compass to find hidden checkpoints. This event is beginner/family friendly, and will also have a series of "pro" points for experienced racers. The teams that find the most checkpoints before time runs out will win a prize! You will have 3 or 4 hours to do the course. Certain sections of the course must be completed on a bike (any bike will do), in a boat (bring a kayak or canoe or rent one from Tug Hill Outfitters), or on foot (hike/walk/run).
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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CNY Fall Adventure Paddling Challenge
Incl. $2.20 Fee &
Use your kayak, canoe, or any non-motorized boat to search for hidden checkpoints on a small lake, using a map and compass to navigate. The teams that find the most points before time runs out, will win a prize! The race is very family/beginner friendly, and there will also be a series of "pro" points for faster/experienced paddlers. You'll have 90 minutes to complete the course. Bring your own boat for the event, or rent one from Tug Hill Outfitters.
Entries closed11:00 AM EDT
$22.20
Organiser's description
Learn more about the two race options:
1. The TUG HILL FALL ADVENTURE CHALLENGE is a 5 - 6 hour adventure race that includes trekking/trail running, and biking while navigating the course with map and compass to find hidden flags/checkpoints. You'll need to bring your own mountain bike (gravel bikes will also work). This race has something for everyone. It will be beginner/family friendly, but also include a series of "pro" points for experienced adventure racers/navigators. Pro points will include more challenging off-trail navigation, primarily on foot. The race will be 5 to 6 hours in length. Distances are still being finalized.
2. The TUG HILL FALL ADVENTURE TREK will be on foot (trekking, hiking, trail running) only, using a map and compass to navigate the course. You'll have 3 hours to find as many hidden checkpoints as you can before time runs out. There will be beginner/family friendly points, and some "pro" points for racers looking for a bigger challenge. There will be a variety of on and off trail points.
When you check in for the race, you'll be given a set of maps with marked checkpoints. Each of the checkpoints represents a flag that's hidden on trails or in the woods, for you to find. No GPS allowed. All checkpoints are optional. Teams will use the provided maps and a compass to find as many checkpoints as they can before time runs out. There is no requirement to stay out for the full time, but trust us, time will go quickly! Think of this race as a choose your own adventure...you pick your route, your speed, and level of intensity. Teams must return to the finish line before the race cut-off, or they will lose 1 checkpoint for every minute they're late.
Team sizes can range from 1-6 people (cap of 4 people for adult teams, but families can race with up to 6 people). Prior to the race there will be a free navigation clinic for newcomers so you can learn some adventure racing strategy and practice navigating using a topographic map and compass.
TUG HILL FALL ADVENTURE CHALLENGE SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)
* Packet Pick-up & Map Distribution - 9 -10:00 AM
* Pre-race strategy and navigation clinic - 9:30 - 10:00 AM
* Pre-race briefing - 10:00 AM
* Race Start - 10:30 AM
* Race Finish - 4:30 PM
* Post-race awards - TBD
TUG HILL FALL ADVENTURE TREK SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)
* Packet Pick-up beginning at 10:30 AM
* Pre-Race navigation clinic - 11:00 AM
* Pre-Race briefing 11:30 AM
* Race Start - 12:00 PM
* Race Finish - 3:00 PM
* Post Race Awards - TBD
This year we're trying something different to keep costs down. The cost of the race is enough to cover our insurance, land-use permits, marketing, map printing costs, and food. There is an optional $10 T-shirt that can be added during registration. The race is being held at Tug Hill Outfitters in Williamstown, NY.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES - registration fees, one set of race maps per team, prizes for winning teams in each category, food, and a free navigation clinic.
RACE TEAM CATEGORIES:
Men's, Women's, Non-binary Solo Racers
Men's, Women's, & Mixed Gender 2 person teams
Men's, Women's, Mixed Gender 3 or 4 person teams
Families of 2 to 6 person teams
Prizes for top finishers in each category
QUESTIONS: Contact Tug Hill Outfitters, [email protected]; 315-807-3696
Location
72 Finnerty Road, Williamstown, 13493, NY, United States
Tug Hill Fall Adventure Challenge
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