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Youth Adventure Race

Youth Adventure Race

The Marquette Mountain Youth Adventure Race on August 24th offers an action-packed day full of challenges designed to inspire and empower!

Teams of 2 will tackle a thrilling course that includes running, scrambling, and mountain biking. The race is designed to test their speed and endurance across these three disciplines, with the aim of achieving the fastest combined time. They will need to use teamwork and critical thinking skills as well as practice good sportsmanship and perseverance to cross the finish together.

Here's a breakdown of what participants can expect:

  • Running: Starting from the base, runners will ascend a marked trail with natural and manmade features.

  • Scrambling: Climbing up a large boulder adds an adventurous twist.

  • Mountain Biking: The course culminates with a thrilling descent down Superior Switchback.

Throughout the running and scrambling stages, participants will navigate using a map, adding an element of strategy and adventure. After the adrenaline rush of the competition, families can gather at the Tbar to celebrate and support the young athletes. Food and drinks will be available all day, making it a perfect opportunity for everyone to enjoy the day outdoors together.

This event promises to be a fantastic way for children to channel their energy into a challenging and rewarding adventure, all set against the backdrop of Marquette Mountain's scenic surroundings.

Registration

  • Online registration ends on August 22nd at 4 pm 

    • Cost - $50 per team (Teams of 2) 

  • If space permits, you may still register in person in the Mountain Shop on August 23th between 3-5 pm, during race packet pick up. Participants may also pick up race packets the morning of the race from 9:00 to 9:45 am.

  • There will be no registrations the morning of the race.

  • There are no refunds on registrations.

Format

  • Teams of two (teams must finish together)

  • Checkpoint navigation

  • Fastest overall

    • Fastest to complete all 3 stages wins

  • Awards/Prizes

    • Top team in each age bracket and team category

Disciplines

  • Stage 1 - Run 

  • Stage 2 - Scramble

  • Stage 3 - Bike

Age Brackets

  • Coed, Female, Male,

    • 6-7

    • 8-9

    • 10-11

    • 12-14

 

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