Zanfel Orienteering Race # 2
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Beatice, Nebraska
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Zanfel Orienteering Race #2, taking place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in the beautiful Beatrice, Gage area. This exciting event invites participants to explore the stunning trails around Rockford Lake through a thrilling combination of running, mountain biking, and kayaking. Whether you're racing solo or teaming up with friends in groups of 2 or 3, this event promises fun for everyone!
Check-in begins at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 9:00 AM. Racers will receive pre-plotted maps, instructions, and punch cards at check-in, ensuring you're well-prepared for the challenges ahead. With a 3-hour cutoff, participants will navigate both new and established trails, so don't forget your required gear: a mountain or hybrid bike, helmet, life jacket, and a few snacks to keep your energy up! With a registration fee of $40 per person, you'll also receive a race shirt and enjoy refreshments throughout the day. Don’t miss this chance to embrace the outdoors and test your skills in a friendly, competitive atmosphere!
Check-in begins at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 9:00 AM. Racers will receive pre-plotted maps, instructions, and punch cards at check-in, ensuring you're well-prepared for the challenges ahead. With a 3-hour cutoff, participants will navigate both new and established trails, so don't forget your required gear: a mountain or hybrid bike, helmet, life jacket, and a few snacks to keep your energy up! With a registration fee of $40 per person, you'll also receive a race shirt and enjoy refreshments throughout the day. Don’t miss this chance to embrace the outdoors and test your skills in a friendly, competitive atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
Race updates--
Weather looks good for Saturday!
Check in--8:30
Start--9:00
LOCATION--STAY ON MAIN ROAD AT AREA 4 AND DRIVE TO SHELTER IN DAY USE AREA.
Bikes and kayak,paddle boards drop along with helmets and life vests by the shelter.
Racers will be given pre-plotted maps,instructions and punch cards at check in.
Remember only 1 kayak or board per team.
Suggestions--
Knee high or compression socks or pants or tights for the run section.
WILL BE ON THE NEW TRAILS BUT WITH THE RAIN IT MAY BE A CHALLENGE.
Tick spray or duct tape might be a good idea but I've been there many times and never had but a couple.
MAP CASE OR ZIPLOCK BAGS FOR MAPS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
Pack to carry water,tire repair kit and snacks.
IF YOU HAVE TIME GO TO THE FREE APP HANDY GPS.YOU CAN USE THIS FOR THE RACE!!
A VERY FUN RACE AND DOABLE FOR ALL!!!
Date May 31
Location--Rockford Lake, S 108th Road,East Lilac Road. Area # 7 East of Beatrice,Ne Hwy 136 East side of lake.
3 Hour cutoff
Fees--$40 per person
Fees include--shirts,awards,snacks, drinks,
Registration closes May 16
Check in--8:30am
Start--9:00am
CalTopo Maps,(pre-plotted) instructions,punch cards handed out at check in.
A day pass can be purchased in the park.
FORMAT--Solo,teams of 2 or 3 person (male,female,coed) teams check in together will run/hike/ mountain bike and kayak in and around Rockford Lake
START/FINISH is at Area # 4 Shelter East side of the lake.
Kayaks will be dropped at shoreline in area # 4.
Teams only need 1 kayak or paddle board. . You decide who will paddle.
Teams may use a free app HandyGPS for assistance. And compass help.
A good part of the course is on new trails.
Required Gear--mountain or hybrid bike, helmet, bike repair kit or extra tube in case of flat, large zip lock bag for maps and race material, life jacket, cell phone, water, snacks, sun screen and tick spray.
A reminder!!! Only 1 kayak or paddle board per team. Teams will decide who paddles.
This is the 2nd race in the Zanfel Series
Contact Jim for info. 402-432-3622
Weather looks good for Saturday!
Check in--8:30
Start--9:00
LOCATION--STAY ON MAIN ROAD AT AREA 4 AND DRIVE TO SHELTER IN DAY USE AREA.
Bikes and kayak,paddle boards drop along with helmets and life vests by the shelter.
Racers will be given pre-plotted maps,instructions and punch cards at check in.
Remember only 1 kayak or board per team.
Suggestions--
Knee high or compression socks or pants or tights for the run section.
WILL BE ON THE NEW TRAILS BUT WITH THE RAIN IT MAY BE A CHALLENGE.
Tick spray or duct tape might be a good idea but I've been there many times and never had but a couple.
MAP CASE OR ZIPLOCK BAGS FOR MAPS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
Pack to carry water,tire repair kit and snacks.
IF YOU HAVE TIME GO TO THE FREE APP HANDY GPS.YOU CAN USE THIS FOR THE RACE!!
A VERY FUN RACE AND DOABLE FOR ALL!!!
Date May 31
Location--Rockford Lake, S 108th Road,East Lilac Road. Area # 7 East of Beatrice,Ne Hwy 136 East side of lake.
3 Hour cutoff
Fees--$40 per person
Fees include--shirts,awards,snacks, drinks,
Registration closes May 16
Check in--8:30am
Start--9:00am
CalTopo Maps,(pre-plotted) instructions,punch cards handed out at check in.
A day pass can be purchased in the park.
FORMAT--Solo,teams of 2 or 3 person (male,female,coed) teams check in together will run/hike/ mountain bike and kayak in and around Rockford Lake
START/FINISH is at Area # 4 Shelter East side of the lake.
Kayaks will be dropped at shoreline in area # 4.
Teams only need 1 kayak or paddle board. . You decide who will paddle.
Teams may use a free app HandyGPS for assistance. And compass help.
A good part of the course is on new trails.
Required Gear--mountain or hybrid bike, helmet, bike repair kit or extra tube in case of flat, large zip lock bag for maps and race material, life jacket, cell phone, water, snacks, sun screen and tick spray.
A reminder!!! Only 1 kayak or paddle board per team. Teams will decide who paddles.
This is the 2nd race in the Zanfel Series
Contact Jim for info. 402-432-3622
Races
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Zanfel Orienteering Race # 2
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED
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