Calendar
Feb
16
Regional Qualifier
Pangea Sunshine Sea 2 Sea ARExpedition Adventure Race
State of Florida Palm Coast FLBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 72 hour Sunshine Sea 2 Sea will be Pangea's longest adventure race to date and give everyone a chance to power themselves from one side of the state to the other. This is the first bicoastal adventure race in Florida since 2010 and will hopefully be a new staple on Pangea's race calendar for years to come.
We expect the daunting 72 hour label to attract the expedition pros but we also want this to be a race that newcomers to multi-day events can do as well. Slower teams will have different options at transitions to ensure that they keep moving across the state on their own power.

http://pangeaadventureracing.com/sunshine Follow on FaceBook
info@pangeaadventureracing.com
(407) 277-6015

Mar
03
Regional Qualifier
The MVP Health Care Frigid InflictionOne Day Adventure Race
Bolton Valley Bolton VTBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The Green Mountain Adventure Racing Association and MVP Health Care want to get your adventure racing year started early with The Frigid Infliction - the largest winter adventure race in the US! Get away from the average winter crowds and put your cold-weather skills to a true test in some of the gnarliest terrain Vermont has to offer.

What: Navigation, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, postholing, ropes work
Where: In and around Bolton Valley, VT
When: Saturday, March 3rd, 2012
Who: Teams of 2 or 3, coed or single-sex.
Cost: $280 for 2, $390 for 3 - GMARA membership included in price. Price increases Jan 24, and registration after Feb 8th doesn't guarantee a shirt, so register soon!

This race is USARA sanctioned - start earning points early.

As always, we'll be holding a navigation clinic at registration the night before and don't forget our famous post-race party (this year to be held at the supah-schwanky The Ponds): food, drink, massages, and prizes prizes prizes!

More info: http://www.gmara.org/frigid
Testimonials: http://www.gmara.org/testimonials.html
Previous results and photos: http://www.gmara.org/races.html


Old Man Winter thinks you're a wuss... prove him wrong!

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shawn@gmara.org
(802) 560-5638

Mar
10
Regional Qualifier
Extreme Break UpOne Day Adventure Race
Timber Creek Wakefield KSBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 4th annual Break Up is back! Expect some beautiful and challenging terrain in the Flint Hills and along the shores of Milford Lake. About 10-13 mi trek, 25-30 mi bike and 3-5 mi paddle (with plenty of navigation). Solo or teams of 2 or 3, with 3 person Co-Ed the elite division. Everybody loves this race--a great way to start off the AR season! A shorter course is also available.

www.adventureracekansas.com
extremekansas@yahoo.com
(785) 307-1901

Mar
17
Palmetto Swamp Fox Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Francis Marion Forest McClellanville SC
The Palmetto Swamp Fox Adventure Race will be held in the Frances Marion National Forest north of Charleston, South Carolina. Racers will travel across land, swamp and water seldom visited by man since the elusive Swamp Fox, Francis Marion.

Designed to cover approximately 55-60 miles, with a finishing time between 10-12 hours, Solo racers and teams of two, three & four members will face some of the most challenging obstacles that nature has in this region. Racers will be required to plot UTM COORDINATES (Orienteering) to locate check points while KAYAKING/PADDLING (Approx. 10-12 miles), MOUNTAIN BIKING (Approx. 20-30 miles) and TREKKING/RUNNING (Approx. 15-20 miles).

kandoadventures.com Follow on FaceBook
kando1@kandoadventures.com
(803) 952-7521

Mar
23
Regional Qualifier
High Profile Adventure Camp & Lightning Strikes Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Camp Benson Mt. Carroll ILBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 6th annual camp will give aspiring first timers to experienced adventure racers the skills and knowledge needed to participate and excel in adventure races. Expert instruction and extensive field practice on rappelling, ascending, traversing fixed ropes, rock climbing, land navigation, paddling and other seminars . The camp concludes with an 8 hour sprint race. Robyn Benincasa will once again be participating in the camp! The cost is only $200 per person. This includes professional instruction, two nights accomodations in all new cabins, three meals, canoe rental, bus transportation, an 8 hour race, and $25 off of the 2012 Thunder Rolls Adventure Race. Presented by Zanfel.

www.thethunderrolls.org/camp.html Follow on FaceBook
gerryv@teamhighprofile.com
(563) 370-5235

Mar
24
Regional Qualifier
Natchez Trace Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Natchez Trace State Park Lexington TNBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 12 hour event will have mountain biking on gravel forrestry roads, single track trail, county roads, and gravel roads. The biking segment is 30-40 miles
The trekking segment will be in Forrestry Service property and The State Park property. Expect frequent contour changes. The trekking segments will total about 8-10 miles.
The canoe segment will be on Pin Oak Lake, and cover about 5 to 6 miles.

s2fevents.com Follow on FaceBook
wyndell@s2fevents.com
(901) 274-2202

Mar
24
Natchez Trace 6 Hour Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Natchez trace State Park Lexington TN
The 6 Hour Mountain Biking segment will be on Forrestry roads, Gravel Roads, and County Roads. This segment is about 10-12 miles.
The Trekking segment will be on the State Park Prpoerty, expect frequent contour changes. This segment is about 3-4 miles.
The canoe segment will be on Pin Oak Lake, and is about 2-3 miles.

s2fevents.com Follow on FaceBook
wyndell@s2fevents.com
(901) 274-2202

Mar
25
Regional Qualifier
BACKPACKER Bushwhacker Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Chicot State park Ville Platte LABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Team Backpacker Adventure Racing is at it again! Come out and join us for the second-annual Backpacker Bushwhacker Adventure Race. The course is designed for solos, teams of two, three, or four members and features trail running, a professional ropes course, mountain biking, basic orienteering, and paddling. Of course, we will throw in a few unexpected challenges along the way. If you competed in our event this past year, you probably think that you know what to expect. Well, you don't. This is an all new course at CHICOT STATE PARK for 2012 and it's made up of all the things we love - and hate - about adventure racing. THIS RACE IS A REGIONAL QUALIFIER.

www.forgeracing.net
jeff@forgeracing.net
(225)-610-7978

Mar
25
Physically Strong ChallangeSprint Adventure Race
Saukenauk Scout Reservation Mendon IL
The Physically Strong Challenge is an 8 hour Adventure Race that derives its name from the Boy Scout Oath in which members pledge to be “Physically Strong”. This fundraiser will benefit local Scouting and help keep our program STRONG for many years to come.

will feature:

Orienteering Course
Run
Mountain Biking
40 Ft. Climbing/ Rappelling tower
350 Ft. Zip Line
Canoe Race
and more!

Cost of this event is $90 per person by March 16, 2012

http://www.mississippivalleybsa.org/AdventureRace
scott.thiessen@scouting.org
(319) 754-8413

Mar
31
Eco Lonestar Adventure Race (2-Hr)Sprint Adventure Race
Lake Grapevine Grapevine TX
Sport: 2-person teams or solo racers will be challenged on a marked course of mountain biking, trail running & possible mystery events (race lasts 2-3 hrs).

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com Follow on FaceBook
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Mar
31
Regional Qualifier
Eco Lonestar Adventure Race (12-Hr)One Day Adventure Race
Lake Grapevine Grapevine TXBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Extreme: 3-person teams will be challenged by mountain biking, paddling, land nav/trekking, & possible mystery events (race will last 8-12 hours).

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com Follow on FaceBook
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Apr
07
Regional Qualifier
Santee Endurance Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Lake Moultrie Area Bonneau SCBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
USARA REGIONAL QUALIFIER
http://www.usaranationals.com/race.aspx#list

The Santee Endurance Adventure Race will be held in and around the waters, swamps, upland forest and beaches of Lake Moultrie and the surrounding areas.

This race is designed for both novice and veteran adventure racers. Racers will cover approximately 35-45 miles of some of the most beautiful (and challenging) landscapes the Lowcountry of SC has to offer. Teams of two or three racers will canoe (8-10 miles), mountain bike (20-25 miles), and trek (8-10 miles) through a series of checkpoints and challenges.

For our Novice racers, we are putting on a basic land nav class Friday evening before the race, covering basic compass work and plotting UTM's. None of our racers were hopelessly lost last year.

www.santeeenduranceadventures.com Follow on FaceBook
matthewhalter@gmail.com
(843) 514-9415

Apr
14
Regional Qualifier
Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Blue Ridge Blue Ridge GABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
15th Annual adventure race in beautiful Blue Ridge, Georgia. Run, mountain bike, canoe and navigate in the Chattahoochee National Forest in the north Georgia mountains. Two formats this year: Elite Race for 6 to 10 hour finish; Sport Race for 4 to 6 hour finish.

www.adventureracega.com Follow on FaceBook
jahackett@tds.net
(706) 632-5680

Apr
21
Regional Qualifier
GrizzlyMan Adventure Race and Black Bear ChallengeOne Day Adventure Race
Lubrecht Experimental Forest Missoula MTBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Nestled in the mountains of western Montana along the beautiful Blackfoot River and situated 30 miles northeast of Missoula, this rugged landscape will provide a challenging venue to racers of all skill levels. Racers look forward to trail run, orienteer, trek off-trail, mountain bike (on and off-trail) and whitewater paddle their way to as many checkpoints as they can within the 12 hour time limit.

www.grizzlymanrace.com Follow on FaceBook
mtsurveyor@gmail.com
(406) 396-3162

Apr
21
Regional Qualifier
Rev3 Epic Adventure RaceExpedition Adventure Race
Shenandoah River State Park Luray VABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Save the date for the adventure of a life time. April 21st - April 22nd, 2012. 28 hours of paddling, biking, trekking, navigating and team bonding.

Mandatory points can be found in 14 hours. However we have 24 bonus points throughout the race and it could take team 26 hours to get all the possible points. Race strategy and race route will be the keys to this race. The course will include paddling, day orienteering course, a mountain bike course, biking on fire roads and paved roads, and a night orienteering course. Come out and experience a great adventure with friends. The post race activities will included music, prizes from our sponsors, and a BBQ cookout.

www.rev3adventure.com Follow on FaceBook
mike@rev3adventure.com
(202) 438-9084

Apr
22
Rev3 Front Royal Sprint RaceSprint Adventure Race
Shenandoah River State Park Front Royal VA
The Rev3 Front Royal Sprint Adventure Race is ready to go. Save the date for a fun filled day of adventure. April 22nd, 2012. 3-4 hours of paddling, biking, trekking, navigating and team bonding. This is a great race for any novice racers and will have optional points for more experienced racers.

The post race activities will include music, prizes from our sponsors and a BBQ cookout for all racers.

www.rev3adventure.com Follow on FaceBook
mark@rev3adventure.com
(202) 438-9084

Apr
22
Rev3 Front Royal Family Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Shenandoah River State Park Front Royal VA
The Rev3 team has created a great Family Adventure to start the 2012 season. Save the date for the adventure of a life time. April 22nd, 2012. 2-3 hours of canoeing, biking on trails, trekking or hiking to checkpoints, a team challenge and family bonding.

The post race activities will include music, prizes from our sponsors, and a BBQ cookout.

www.rev3adventure.com Follow on FaceBook
mark@rev3adventure.com
(202) 438-9084

Apr
28
Regional Qualifier
BoonecrusherOne Day Adventure Race
Seven Oaks Recreation Boone IABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
12 Hour and 8 Hour courses.

The 12-hour course is a USARA National Qualifier Adventure Race.

Competitors should be prepared for single-track mountain biking trails, roads, flowing water, possible portage, hilly terrain, steep climbs, and one the most fun and challenging courses in the mid-west. The course will cover the wooded and rugged terrain of the Des Moines River valley.


This Iowa adventure race will take place in epic Des Moines river valley near Boone, Iowa. The diverse terrain is sure to challenge all endurance levels. Be ready for some unbeliveable scenery and extreme challenges. You better go for broke or you will get broken!

Never adventure raced before? Don't worry we will offer a free clinic to anyone that signs up for the race.

boonecrusher.com Follow on FaceBook
stevenoberbroeckling@gmail.com
(515) 508-1700

Apr
28
Regional Qualifier
The BoonecrusherOne Day Adventure Race
Seven Oaks Recreation Boone IABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 1st annual "BOONECRUSHER", 8 and 12 hour expedition style, unsupported Iowa adventure race will involve paddling, trail running/trekking, mountain biking and navigation.

The 40 or 60 mile course will be located in state forests, state parks, Historic sites, and private lands.

This Iowa adventure race will take place in epic Des Moines river valley near Boone, Iowa. The diverse terrain is sure to challenge all endurance levels. Be ready for some unbeliveable scenery and extreme challenges. You better go for broke or you will get broken!

http://www.boonecrusher.com Follow on FaceBook
jerrett@41northracing.com
(515) 401-2766

May
05
Regional Qualifier
May Day at WaywaySprint Adventure Race
Wawayanda State Park Hewitt NJBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
New York Adventure Racing Association is proud to present the second annual May Day at Wayway sprint race on May 5th. That's right - bring your sombreros - it's Cinco de Mayo! Teams of 2 will mountain bike, paddle and navigate through the gorgeous and rugged terrain of Wawayanda State Park and the race will be suitable for both experienced racers and novices. The Pro course is a USARA national qualifier!

The Pro course will be 6 hours for those who have raced before and have good navigation skills. The novice course will be 4 hours for those who either haven't done a race before or who may be a little rusty with the nav.

www.nyara.org Follow on FaceBook
denise@nyara.org
(917) 669-4935

May
05
Regional Qualifier
Yough Xtreme 5/10 HR Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Ohiopyle State Park, PA Ohiopyle PABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
RACE INFO:
Name: Yough Xtreme A.R.
Date: May 5th, 2012
Location: Ohiopyle State Park, Ohiopyle, PA
National Qualifying Race: East Coast Adventure Racing Series, USARA Regional Qualifier
Race Check-In: Friday, May 4th, 2012 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Wilderness Voyageurs
Race Starts: Saturday, May 5th, 2012 – 8:00 AM
Race Ends: Saturday, May 5th, 2012 – 6:00 PM
Distance: 30+ miles (5-HR)/ 60+ miles (10-HR)
Disciplines: Trekking, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Kayak Paddling
Categories: Solo; 2-person, 3-person, 4-person (male, female, or coed)
Included: Maps, clue sheets, race shirts, kayaks, paddles, PFD, awards, SWAG, a post-race celebration; one of the best endorphin fixes of your life.

www.americanadventuresports.com Follow on FaceBook
info@americanadventuresports.com
(724) 357-9988

May
12
Regional Qualifier
Pangea Atomic AROne Day Adventure Race
Blue Ridge Lake Park Blue Ridge FLBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Pangea Adventure Racing extends outside of Florida for the first time with the Atomic AR in May 2012. The legendary event has gathered some of the greatest talent in the sport to race through the mountains of Georgia for the past three years. Once the creators, 4LPH4 1337 Adventures, expressed interest in passing off production, Pangea was happy to take on the challenge. The race is designed by Florida Xtreme and promises to be a premier race in 2012.

http://pangeaadventureracing.com/event-details/events/2012-atomic-ar Follow on FaceBook
info@pangeaadventureracing.com
(407) 277-6015

May
12
MISSION Lite Beginner Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Muscatatuck County Park North Vernon IN
The MISSION Lite is a beginner-level adventure race lasting up to 4 hours.
Starting at 8 am and ending with a dramatic noon cutofff, teams race to gather as many checkpoints as possible. This creates an exciting, suspenseful, and festive finish line atmosphere.
The MISSION AR (10th annual, 18-hour event) takes place simultaneously on May 12.

www.DINOseries.com/mission Follow on FaceBook
Brian12@DINOseries.com
(317) 336-7553

May
12
Regional Qualifier
MISSION Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Muscatatuck County Park North Vernon INBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 10th Annual MISSION AR is an 18 hour adventure race set back in it's origins at Muscatatuck County Park, North Vernon Indiana.
The MISSION rewards creative thinking and strong navigators, in addition to a serious physical challenge in the area's gorgeous topography.
This year's MISSION will have a strong ropes event section in a throwback to the early years of the event which were renowned for stellar ropes events.
Starting at 6 am and ending with a dramatic midnight cutofff, teams race to gather as many checkpoints as possible. This creates an exciting, suspenseful, and festive finish line atmosphere.
The MISSION Lite (4 hour beginner AR) also takes place on May 12.

www.DINOseries.com/mission Follow on FaceBook
Brian12@DINOseries.com
(317) 336-7553

May
12
Tex's Challenge Adventure Race (TSCARS #1)Sprint Adventure Race
Camp Longhorn Burnet TX
2-Person Team or Solo. Trail Run 2-3 Miles, Mtb 7-14 miles, Paddling 1-2 Miles & Mystery Events to keep it fun! Race should last 2-3 hours. We will provide the boats, paddles and life jackets.

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

May
19
Regional Qualifier
Chadron Adventure raceOne Day Adventure Race
Chadron State Park Chadron NEBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Check in: Friday May 18 5:00-8:30pm
Chadron State Park Activity Center
Race Start: Saturday May 19 7:00am check in
8:00am start
Chadron State Park
Short Course: 4 hours
Long Course: 8-12 hours
This USARA qualifier is also part of the Heartland Adventure Race series.
Teams will be awarded points for the Heartland series
Divisions:Solo, 2 or 3 person Male, Female, Co-ed.
Fees: Short Course $45.00 per person
Long Course $65.00 per person
Fees must be recieved by April 17 or an additional $15.00 per person will be added.
Shirts, awards and prizes will be given out.
Teams must register @ www.raceregister.net
Teams may also register at check in.
Gear check, race info can also be found @ www.angrycowadventures.com.

www.heartlandARseries.com Follow on FaceBook
jim@angrycowadventures.com
(402) 432-3622

May
19
Regional Qualifier
The Longest DayOne Day Adventure Race
Lower Hudson Valley Warwick NYBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
NYARA is mixing things up once again in 2012. The Longest Day is back as a 24-hour event.
Teams will once again paddle, bike and navigate their way through the lower Hudson Valley in New York State (and maybe some of New Jersey for some added fun).
As is becoming tradition for NYARA, the exact venue and locations will be kept secret until just prior to the race. You will be treated to some new terrain at this year’s Longest Day. The course will reward and delight racers of all ability levels from novice to experienced teams with fantastic terrain and spectacular views. Course design will feature a modified rogaine format which will allow teams to collect optional CPs at their discretion. The team with the most points at the end of the 24-hour race will be crowned TLD champions.
The Longest Day is also a USARA Regional Qualifying race. We will be combining the co-ed 3 person and co-ed 4 person teams into the "premier" category. The top 3 co-ed teams in the "premier" category will be eligible to compete in the USARA National Championship Race. In addition, the 1st place coed team from each regional qualifying race will receive a $400.00 sponsorship, provided by the regional qualifying race, to be applied to the teams entry fee for the 2012 USARA Adventure Race.

http://www.nyara.org Follow on FaceBook
denise@nyara.org
(917) 669-4935

Jun
02
Regional Qualifier
The Cradle of Liberty Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Southeastern area of PA Reading/Philadelphia PABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
True to its name, the 2012 Cradle of Liberty will offer teams up to 24 hours of adventure, showcasing the historic heritage of southeastern Pennsylvania. The race provides seasoned teams and new competitors alike a chance to explore areas never before seen in a GOALS race; all within an hour’s drive of Philadelphia. With a range of mandatory and optional points, this year’s trek heavy, semi-urban course promises great mountain biking, ample off-trail travel, and river paddling. The event will feature significant navigational opportunities for experienced racers, while serving as an ideal springboard to longer events for more novice teams. Team work and stamina will define the top finishers.

The 2012 Cradle of Liberty is a USARA Regional Qualifier, Checkpoint Tracker Series participant, and member of the East Coast Adventure Racing Series.

Have you raced with us before? .........think you know the course? Think again! We're going places we've never been before. Our course designers, Brent Freedland and Abigail Perkiss, are experienced racers on the regional, national, and international levels. They are long time members of team GOALS ARA, and have a great course planned for you.

www.goalsara.org Follow on FaceBook
bgibbons@goalsara.org
(866) 338-5167

Jun
02
Rock Dallas Adventure Race (TSCARS #2)Sprint Adventure Race
North Shore, Lake Grapevine Grapevine TX
2-Person Team or Solo Adventure Race. Trail Run 2-3 Miles, Mtb 7-14 miles, Paddling 1-2 Miles & Mystery Events to keep it fun! Race should last 2-3 hours. We will provide the boats, paddles and life jackets.

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Jun
09
Kentucky State Parks AR Series - Race #1Sprint Adventure Race
General Butler State Resort Park Carrollton KY
4-hour beginner-friendly adventure race will offer plenty of challenging training opportunity for experienced racers, as well. Disciplines will include trekking, mountain biking, paddling, swimming (with PFD), and navigation throughout. This race is the first in a series of four races presented in state resort parks across Kentucky. Soloists and teams of 2/3/4 will collect prizes for winning and points for participating in races leading up to the 12-hour championship "Fig" in November!

www.flyingsquirreladventures.com
stephanie.ross@fuse.net

Jun
09
The Mountain Man AR Other
Dawson Forest Dawsonville GA
Team ROCGear-injinji and Elite Race Events LLC is putting on a AR series this year as a way to introduce more adventure seeking athletes to the sport of Adventure Racing.
Join us for the one of the events or the whole series and enjoy new challenges, Great Prizes, and hang out with some of the most experienced Adventure racers in the country.

https://sites.google.com/site/mountainmanarseries/ Follow on FaceBook
bculbertson08@gmail.com
(678) 644-7366

Jun
09
SOAR Adventure RaceSprint Adventure Race
Highlands recreation center Highlands NC
Sprint and Elite races in the mountains of western NC
Benefits Special Operations Warriors Foundation
10th year Check our web site for more informstion

www.soarhighlands.org Follow on FaceBook
bathurst@brmemc.net
(828) 526-1939

Jun
10
The Rustic Rage Off Road DuathlonSprint Adventure Race
Rustic Park Birdsboro PA
This will be an individual or two person relay event. 3mi Run/ 10 mi Mt bike/ 3 mi Run. This will not be your typical duathlon. There will be 20-30ft water crossings along with steep climbs that will include using ropes to get up. Many divisions for competition and awards, tech shirt, goodies and hot catered food at the finish. Visit our website for additional race details and registration information. Hope to see you on race day when, "Finishing is up to you!"

http://www.makebreak.com Follow on FaceBook
bulrich1@aol.com
(610) 775-4614

Jun
16
Gator Bait Adventure Race (TSCARS #3)Sprint Adventure Race
Huntsville State Park Huntsville TX
2-Person Team or Solo Adventure Race. Trail Run 2-3 Miles, Mtb 7-14 miles, Paddling 1-2 Miles & Mystery Events to keep it fun! Race should last 2-3 hours. We will provide the boats, paddles and life jackets.

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Jun
19
Regional Qualifier
Untamed New EnglandExpedition Adventure Race
The Forks The Forks MEBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
4-day expedition adventure race in the deep Maine wilderness and Qualifier for the Adventure Racing World Championships in the French Alps (Sept 2012) . . . full details at http://www.UntamedNE.com

http://www.UntamedNE.com
Grant@Untamedadventure.com
(877)-486-8263

Jun
20
High Profile Adventure Camp - ColoradoOther
Summit County Colorado Silverthorne CO
Spend four days in the Colorado mountains rock climbing, rappelling, sea kayaking, mountain biking, trekking in a wilderness area, and mountaineering. The final day of the camp will be a summit attempt on Quandary Peak, a 14,000' peak south of Breckenridge. Base camp is conveniently located in Silverthorne. The cost of the camp is only $1195 per person. Each days activities have been geared to acclimatize you to the high altitude increasing your chance of standing on one of the highest peaks in Colorado. Come join your experienced guide and adventure racer, Gerry Voelliger to experience a thoroughly planned and hassle free trip on some of his favorite Colorado adventures. Space is limited and registration is now open!

www.thethunderrolls.org/advancedadventurecamp.html Follow on FaceBook
gerryv@teamhighprofile.com
(563) 370-5235

Jun
23
2012 SCAR 12-hour Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
TBA Laurel DE
Come out and join us for an awesome and challenging 12-hour course! This race involves flat water paddling, biking, trekking, and navigation in beautiful southwestern Delaware. This race will be easy enough for first time adventure racers to complete, and challenging enough for the most competitive teams, with more than enough bonus checkpoints to keep even the fastest teams on the course for a full 12 hours.

8+ Miles Paddling
10+ Miles Trekking
45+ Miles Biking

http://www.delmarvaadventuresports.com/#/2012-scar-adventure-race/4559368490 Follow on FaceBook
jkoffen@hotmail.com
(302) 228-9885

Jun
29
The Point Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
West Jordan Salt Lake City UT
Graffiti Racing is bringing adventure racing back to the Wasatch Front. The Point Adventure Race is multi-sport endurance event using mountain bikes, running/trekking, paddling, and navigation using a map and compass to attain check points. The Point will be a multi-city race using urban paved trails and wilderness trails to travel a course covering approximately 40-100 miles in a 4-24 hour period.
Graffiti Racing will give participants a "Mt. Everest" sense of accomplishment by challenging participants to think "Out-of-Bounds" of the typical endurance race.

Race Information:
Date - June 2012 29th-30th
Race Start time -
Adventure 10pm June 29th
Sprint and Sport 10am June 30th


Race Check-in and Gear Drop: The race really begins at Check-in. Teams will have 2-4 hours to plot Check points, stategize, organized gear, and drop off gear at transition areas.
Adventure 6pm-9:30pm June 29th
Sprint and Sport 6am-9:30am June 30th
Start Line Verification
Adventure 9:30pm - 10:00pm June 29th
Sprint and Sport
Location/Venue
South Jordan - Starting line information will be posted and emailed on June 24th. This is so participants do not have any course knowledge before the race begins.
Divisions
Solo Male/Female
2 Person Coed/Open
3 Person Coed/Open
Relay - Up to 9 people - Coed/Open
Corporate - 3 person coed/Open
Distances/Disciplines
Sprint - 4 hours - No Relay Teams Allowed This is the perfect entry level course with a sample of each discipline in mild terrain.
15-25 mile bike - paved trails and roads
5-10 mile run - paved and dirt trails
3 mile canoe - Class I water - swift currents, minor obstacles and navigation.
Orienteering/Navigation - coordinate plotting (UTM), basic understanding of map reading and some off trail use
Cerebral Challenge
Sport - 12 hour The Sport course is perfect for all abilities. It combines basic level adventure racing skills with advanced level skills. Teams will be able to determine level of difficulty by check point selection. Some check points are easy and others will require good navigation and map reading skills. For those who are fearful of 12 hours of racing, sign up for the Relay category.
40-55 miles bike - paved trails/roads, dirt roads, single track
15-20 mile trek/run - paved trails, dirt trails, and off trail use.
5 mile canoe with 1 plus mile boat portage - Class I water - swift currents, minor obstacles and navigation.
Orienteering/Navigation - Coordinate plotting (UTM), Rogaine navigation, Topo map reading skills (no GPS).
Cerebral Challenge
Adventure - 24 hours The adventure course is also perfect for all abilities, it too has basic and advanced check points. And remember the SOUL of adventure racing is the extreme endurance, even if you are on a RELAY team you will still have a SOUL experience.
60-70 miles bike - paved trails/roads, dirt roads, single track
25-35 miles trek/run - paved trails, dirt trails, and off trail use.
10 mile canoe with 1 mile plus boat portage - Class I - swift currents, minor obstacles, and navigation.
Orienteering/Navigation - Coordinate plotting (UTM), Rogaine navigation, Topo map reading skills (no GPS).
Cerebral Challenge
Cost
Sprint - $70 per person
Sport - $150 per person
Adventure - $225 per person
Relay
Sport - $800 per team
Adventure - $1100 per team
Registration after May 30th is an additional $25
The first ten Sport and Adventure teams to register will receive a free SPOT rental.

www.graffitiracing.com Follow on FaceBook
graffitiracing@gmail.com
(801) 243-1791

Jun
30
King of the Hill Adventure Race (TSCARS #4)Sprint Adventure Race
Reveille Peak Ranch Burnet TXBonus Points: 5
2-Person Team or Solo Adventure Race. Trail Run 2-3 Miles, Mtb 7-14 miles, Paddling 1-2 Miles & Mystery Events to keep it fun! Race should last 2-3 hours. We will provide the boats, paddles and life jackets.

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com Follow on FaceBook
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Jul
13
Regional Qualifier
Equinox Traverse 48HR Adventure RaceExpedition Adventure Race
Ohiopyle State Park, PA Ohiopyle PA PABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
RACE INFO:
Name: Equinox Traverse A.R.
Date: July 13-15, 2012
Location: Hidden Valley Ski Resort, Hidden Valley, PA
National Qualifying Race: East Coast Adventure Racing Series, USARA Regional Qualifier
Race Check-In: Thursday, July 12th, 2012 –
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Hidden Valley Ski Resort
Race Starts: Friday, July 13th, 2012 – 10:00 AM
Race Ends: Sunday, July 15th, 2012 – 8:00 AM
Post Race Buffet (Included in Race Fee): Sunday, July 15th, 2012-
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Firefly Grill
Awards: Sunday, July 15th, 2012 -
11:00 AM at Hidden Valley
Distance: 200+ miles
Disciplines: Trekking, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Kayak Paddling, Rappelling (Rappelling is optional and should only be attempted by racers with the proper skill set and training)
Categories: Solo; 2-person, 3-person, 4-person (male, female, or coed)
Included: Maps, clue sheets, race shirts, kayaks, paddles, PFDs, ropes for the rappel, awards, SWAG, post-race celebration, post-race breakfast buffet; one of the best endorphin fixes of your life.

www.americanadventuresports.com Follow on FaceBook
info@americanadventuresports.com
(724) 357-9988

Jul
14
Regional Qualifier
Sheltowee Extreme 4One Day Adventure Race
Cave Run Lake Recreation Area Morehead KYBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
15-hour adventure race for experienced racers with sound navigation skills. Disciplines will include trekking, mountain biking, paddling, swimming (PFD assisted) and navigation throughout. Prizes awarded to winners in solo and 2/3/4 person divisions. 3 and 4-person divisions will be combined for purposes of determining USARA National Championship Qualifiers in single gender and co-ed categories. Besides being a USARA sanctioned Regional Qualifier, this event features quality waterproof maps, wicking race shirts with a way cool turtle on the front, Tyvek control cards and race bibs, event insurance, post-race meal and awards ceremony, and knobs. . . . lots of knobs.

www.flyingsquirreladventures.com
stephanie.ross@fuse.net

Jul
21
Regional Qualifier
Green Ridge Adventure ChallengeOne Day Adventure Race
Green Ridge State Forest Cumberland MDBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
12 Hour Adventure Race
The race will take place in beautiful Western Maryland along the border with West Virginia
A True 12 Hour Race. --- Mandatory and optional CP will keep the both novice and advanced racers on the course for a full 12 hours.
Paddling on the Potomac River around the famous C&O Canal and the Paw Paw tunnel.
Mountain Biking and on foot in Green Ridge State Forest and adjacent property

After the race an Awards Dinner at a private camp bordering the park

More information on lodging and amenities in Cumberland MD can be found at

www.greenridgeadventurechallenge.com
www.CTCBikes.com

Or Contact

Cumberland Trail Connection
14 Howard St # A-2
Cumberland MD 21502
301-777-8724

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hutch@ctcbikes.com
(301) 777-8724

Jul
28
Regional Qualifier
Krista Griesacker Memorial Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Hawk Mountain PA Hamburg PABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
Breathtaking views, challenging terrain, and captivating wilderness, set the scene for this 12 hour race of challenge and adventure. Join us in honoring and commemorating a dear friend, fellow adventure racer, and fellow search and rescue instructor, who died while training a few years ago.

Krista spent many years training and instructing at the Civil Air Patrol's Search and Rescue School, based at Hawk Mountain, PA. Proceeds from the race will go to benefit that volunteer school. Teams of 2 to 3 racers will face the seemingly unending challenges of Hawk Mountain including: rugged terrain, lots of elevation changes, and awesome scenery.

Approximate distances......
20 miles of trekking and orienteering
5 miles of paved biking
14 miles of mountain biking
7 miles of canoe paddling
Rappelling and fun team challenges!

Grab some friends and come on out for a great, fun challenge!

This is a spectator friendly race!!

www.goalsara.org Follow on FaceBook
bgibbons@goalsara.org
(866) 338-5167

Jul
28
Regional Qualifier
The MVP Health Care Bitter PillOne Day Adventure Race
Moosalamoo National Recreation Area Goshen VTBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The Green Mountain Adventure Racing Association and MVP Health Care want to show you what Vermont outdoors is really all about in this, our 2012 Bitter Pill!

Challenge yourself to trek, swim, mt bike, and navigate (as well as a potential surprise or two) through one of the toughest, muddiest 12-hour races anywhere. (And get yourself an entry to USARA Nationals if you win.) Past years have seen everything from pouring rain and swollen rivers to baking heat, but accelerated cutoffs mean even beginners can finish with the pack and have a great time. Luckily, our course designers make it their mission to get you lost and damaged - if you don't want to work for it, are you sure you're in the right sport?

You want to be here - ask anyone who's raced with us in the past. Bring your friends, bring your enemies, push pull or tow... if you miss it, you'll be sad! (And so will we.)

What: Trekking, swimming, mt biking, navigation, surprise
When: 12 hours, Saturday, July 28th, 2012
Who: Teams of 3 only, coed or single-sex, limited to 40 teams.
Where: Goshen, VT

As always, we'll be holding a navigation clinic at registration the night before and don't forget our famous post-race party: food, drink, massages, and prizes prizes prizes!

More info: http://www.gmara.org/bitterpill
Testimonials: http://www.gmara.org/testimonials.html
Previous results and photos: http://www.gmara.org/races.html

Looking for a dose of Adventure? We've got your prescription: The Bitter Pill!

http://www.gmara.org/bitterpill Follow on FaceBook
chris@gmara.org
(802) 734-8514

Aug
11
Regional Qualifier
Lionheart 24 Hour AROne Day Adventure Race
Ohiopyle State Park, PA Ohiopyle PABonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
RACE INFO:
Name: Lionheart A.R.
Date: August 11th-12th, 2012
Location: Ohiopyle State Park, Ohiopyle, PA
National Qualifying Race: East Coast Adventure Racing Series, USARA Regional Qualifier
Registration: Friday, August 10th,2012 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Wilderness Voyagers
Race Starts: Saturday, August 11th, 2012 – 8:00 AM
Race Ends: Sunday, August 12th, 2012 – 8:00 AM
Post Race:
Breakfast Buffet (Included in race fee): 7:00 AM to 9:15 AM at The Firefly Grill
Awards: 9:30 AM at Wilderness Voyagers
Distance: 85-90 miles
Disciplines: Trekking, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Kayak Paddling, Rappelling (Rappeling is optional and should only be attempted by racers with the proper skill set and training).
Categories: Solo; 2-person, 3-person, 4-person (male, female, or coed)
Included: Maps, clue sheets, race shirts, kayaks, paddles, PFDs, ropes for the rappel, awards, SWAG, post-race celebration, post-race breakfast buffet; one of the best endorphin fixes of your life.

www.americanadventuresports.com Follow on FaceBook
doug@americanadventuresports.com
(724) 357-9988

Aug
11
Kentucky State Parks AR Series - Race #2Sprint Adventure Race
Barren River Lake State Resort Park Lucas KY
6-hour beginner-friendly adventure race will offer plenty of challenging training opportunity for experienced racers, as well. Disciplines will include trekking, mountain biking, paddling, swimming (with PFD), and navigation throughout. This race is the second in a series of four races presented in state resort parks across Kentucky. Soloists and teams of 2/3/4 will collect prizes for winning and points for participating in races leading up to the 12-hour championship "Fig" in November!

www.flyingsquirreladventures.com
stephanie.ross@fuse.net

Aug
25
Regional Qualifier
Thunder Rolls Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Camp Benson Mt. Carroll ILBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The 10th annual, "Thunder Rolls", 24 hour adventure race will continue to follow the trails, waterways, and migration routes of the Sauk and Fox Indians of the 1830's. This years course will be in "Galena Country" of Northern Illinois. The expedition style, unsupported race will involve paddling, trail running, trekking, mountain biking, navigation, orienteering, coasteering, and multiple fixed ropes. The 100+ mile course is located in state parks, state forests, multiple historic sites, and on private property. This is an all new course in locations never before accessed.

www.thethunderrolls.org Follow on FaceBook
gerryv@teamhighprofile.com
(563) 370-5235

Sep
08
The Mountain Man AR Other
Lake Lanier Dawsonville GA
Team ROCGear-injinji and Elite Race Events LLC is putting on a AR series this year as a way to introduce more adventure seeking athletes to the sport of Adventure Racing.
Join us for the one of the events or the whole series and enjoy new challenges, Great Prizes, and hang out with some of the most experienced Adventure racers in the country.

Welcome to the Paddle AR!

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bculbertson08@gmail.com
(678) 644-7366

Sep
08
Regional Qualifier
The ShagOne Day Adventure Race
Northern New Jersey West Milford NJBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The Shag Adventure Race is 12-hours of massive challenges and fun in the northern NJ region. As has become the tradition with NYARA events, the exact venue will remain under wraps until the week before the event.

NYARA is proud to have the Shag as a National Qualifier event once again. Teams of 3 or 4 co-ed will be the premiere category to compete for a chance at going to the USARA championships in the fall of 2012.

www.nyara.org Follow on FaceBook
denise@nyara.org
(917) 669-4935

Sep
15
Regional Qualifier
ECARS ChampionshipExpedition Adventure Race
Lake Tahoe Lodge at Seven Springs Resort Seven Springs PABonus Points: 20
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
American Adventure Sports and The East Coast Adventure Racing Series are excited to announce that Mike Kloser, 4 time Adventure Racing World Champion, World Mountain Bike Champion, World Long Distance Orienteering Champion, 3 time Eco Challenge Champion, and 5 time Primal Quest Champion, will be joining us for the ECARS Championship.

Expect Mountain Biking, Paddling, Orienteering for 85-90 miles across the Laurel Highlands

www.americanadventuresports.com Follow on FaceBook
info@americanadventuresports.com
(724) 357-9988

Sep
15
Kentucky State Parks AR Series - Race #3Sprint Adventure Race
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill KYBonus Points: 5
8-hour intermediate level adventure race will offer plenty of challenging training opportunity for experienced racers, as well. Disciplines will include trekking, mountain biking, paddling, caving, and navigation throughout. This race is the third in a series of four races presented in state resort parks across Kentucky. Soloists and teams of 2/3/4 will collect prizes for winning and points for participating in races leading up to the 12-hour championship "Fig" in November!

www.flyingsquirreladventures.com Follow on FaceBook
stephanie.ross@fuse.net

Sep
22
Regional Qualifier
Terra Firma Adventure RaceOne Day Adventure Race
Reveille Peak Ranch Burnet TXBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
EXTREME: 8-12hr, 3P teams will be challenged w/MTB on singletrack trails & roads (30-40mi), Paddle (7-10mi), Tail/Road Run, Portage, & land nav. (8-15mi). You must provide your own boats, paddles & life jackets.

http://www.terrafirmaracing.com
kathy@terrafirmaracing.com
(972) 966-1300

Oct
04
Regional Qualifier
Wilderness ChallengeExpedition Adventure Race
ACE Adventure Resort Oak Hill, WVBonus Points: 10
2012 USARA National Championship Qualifier
The Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department’s annual all-military Wilderness Challenge opens, October 4–6, in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, on the New and the Gauley Rivers in West Virginia. More than 300 military personnel representing all five branches of the armed forces will compete in this extreme outdoor competition. The event is hosted and co-organized by ACE Adventure Resort, West Virginia's largest outdoor outfitter. The challenge contains a series of five outdoor adventure races in a team format designed to bring camaraderie, competition and team spirit between all five branches of the Armed Forces. Teams participating in this year’s challenge will compete in an 8K mountain run, a 14-mile mountain bike race, a 14-mile forced hike through the mountains, a 13-mile whitewater raft race on the Gauley River and a 7-mile kayak race on the New River. Registration is open to all branches of the military. Teams must be comprised of four active duty service members and each team must have a minimum of one female participant. Teams may also include active Reservists, retirees and ROTC.
The registration fee is $500 per team.

www.wildernesschallenge.net Follow on FaceBook
mark.piggott@navy.mil
(757) 887-7256

Oct
06
Blackbeard Adventure Race 4/8 hourSprint Adventure Race
Comfort Inn South Nags Head, NC PA
Aaaarrrrrrrrr Maties! Reports that the ghost of the dreaded pirate Black Beard has been pillaging and looting up and down the Out Banks for years. If yee have enough courage, yee might find him and win the reward.

The Black Beard Adventure Race will be offerd as both a 4-hour and an 8-hour race in scenic Nag's Head, Outer Banks, North Carolina. This exhilarating race includes mountain biking, trail running, kayaking (for the 8-hour race only), coasteering, and orienteering for over 25 combined miles for the Sport Class and 45 combined miles for the Elite Class. This "sprint" race, while challenging, is not as technical as many other races and is a good race for people new to the sport.
RACE INFO:
Name: Black Beard A.R.
Date: October 6th, 2012
Race Check-In: Friday, October 5th, 2012 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Comfort Inn South Ocean Front
Race Starts: Saturday, October 6th, 2012 – 8:00 AM
Race Ends: Saturday, October 6th, 2012 – 4:00 PM
Disclaimer: Start and end time depend on tides
Distance: 25+ (Sport Class) or 45+ miles (Elite Class)
Disciplines: Trekking, Orienteering, Mountain Biking, Ocean Paddling (only for the 8-hour race), Coasteering.
Categories: Solo; 2-person, 3-person, 4-person (male, female, or coed)
Included: Maps, clue sheets, race shirts, kayaks, paddles, PFD, awards, SWAG, a post-race celebration; one of the best endorphin fixes of your life.
Book your lodging at the Comfort Inn South Ocean Front

www.americanadventuresports.com Follow on FaceBook
doug@americanadventuresports.com
(724) 357-9988

Oct
12
USARA Adventure Race National ChampionshipOne Day Adventure Race
Catskill Mountains - Kerhonkson, New York NYBonus Points: 50
The USARA Adventure Race National Championship is the "Heart & Soul" of Adventure Racing in the United States. Co-ed teams of 3 compete in USARA regional qualifying events across the U.S. for a chance to battle it out for the title of USARA Adventure Race National Champion.

Teams are required to navigate a series of checkpoints using only a map and compass to guide them while transitioning between several disciplines such as: Trail Running/Trekking, Mountain Biking, Paddling and Orienteering.

These teams will have to push the boundaries of human endurance and teamwork just to finish. Winning will require extreme willpower, mastery of all disciplines, and a little luck.


www.usaranationals.com Follow on FaceBook
info@usara.com
(979) 703-5018

Nov
03
Red River Gorge American Classic, a/k/a "The Fig X"One Day Adventure Race
Natural Bridge State Resort Park Slade KY
12-hour adventure race for experienced racers with sound navigation skills. Disciplines will include trekking, mountain biking, paddling, and navigation throughout. This race is the last in a series of four races presented in state resort parks across Kentucky. Soloists and teams of 2/3/4 will be competing for prizes at each race. Series champions will be crowned and receive cash awards at the Fig banquet. 3 and 4-person divisions will be combined for purposes of determining Qualifiers for the 2013 USARA National Championship, in single gender and co-ed categories. Besides being a USARA-sanctioned Regional Qualifier, this race features quality waterproof maps, Tyvek control cards and race bibs, wicking long-sleeved shirts, a great post-race meal, event insurance, door prizes, and gorgeous clifflines. . . miles and miles of gorgeous clifflines.

www.flyingsquirreladventures.com Follow on FaceBook
stephanie.ross@fuse.net