I missed the online reg cut-off. Can I register the morning of the run?

Absolutely! Fees are $50 for the 10K, $55 for the 17K, or $60 for the 35K. Please bring cash.

Parking & Runner Check-In

As listed on our website, the race starts and finishes at the Zwierlein Picnic Area. Please note, the parking area may fill-up if you arrive late. If full, there are several larger parking areas within a short walk. Check-in begins at 7:30am for those that want to arrive really, really early. At check-in you will simply be picking up your race number to affix to your shirt. The micro-timing chip will already be attached on the backside of your number.

BYOWB – Bring Your Own Water Bottles!

Very Important: Before you leave your house in the morning, fill your water bottle(s) with your running beverage of choice. There is no water along the 10K course, so you must carry your own. We will have water along the 17K and 35K courses so you can refill your bottles. Of course, there will be plenty of water/drinks and snacks at the finish line for everyone.

Course Markings

We will use color coded ribbon along the various routes. This will be explained in the pre-race briefing a few minutes before the race starts. However you can see a preview of your route online. Rest-assured it is easy to follow, the courses will be well marked and you will not get lost.

Race SWAG & Prizes

When you cross the finish line, we’ll give you your well-earned medal and then you can proceed to the SWAG table as we’ll have some goodies for you. For the Top 3 female and Top 3 male finishers for each distance we’ll notify you after the event and provide you with some additional perks! There are no age-group prizes as this is a small race with approximately 150 super-cool participants.

See you on Saturday morning!

Please note, there are several changes coming — particularly to the finish order of the 17K.

Also… we added a bunch of PICTURES to our Facebook page. More coming soon!

The event has been rescheduled for:  Sunday, May 20th

If you were registered for the event, your entry will automatically be transferred to the new date – no action is required, you’re all set!

Transfer Entry to Another Event

If you prefer to transfer your entry to our Grizzly Ryder event (April 28th) at Huddart Park, you must let us know before April 19th.

Can’t Make Either Date?

If you can not make it to the Mercury Mine event (May 20th) or the Grizzly Ryder event (April 28th),  you must notify us before April 19th and we can provide you with a full refund of your paid entry fee. No refunds will be provided after April 19th. Please note, if you registered via Active.com or imAthlete and were charged a processing fee, that amount can not be reimbursed.

We have the results now posted on the website. Special thanks to all of our great volunteers and especially our friends at Silicon Valley Endurance for handling all the race timing.

Whiskeytown, CA

Here are the results, posted live from the event as teams cross the finish line at the 2011 NORCAL AR Whiskeytown Sprint Adventure Race. Ranking is based on overall points and finish time.

1. Edwards
2. Team Rookie
3. AR&LP
4. Stahl
5. Gear Energy
6. 2 Humbabas
7. BearSurvival.com
8. Bush Ninjas
9. Crazy Milk
10. No Babies (tie)
10. Outdoor Addict (tie)
12. Moderation
13. Losonczi
14. Shut Up and Paddle

Click here for Full Results with racer names, scores, times and points towards the 2011 NORCAL AR Sprint Series.

Whiskeytown, CA

It’s Sunday, October 9th and here are the results from the gruelling Whiskeytown Extreme 24+ hour adventure race. The results are based on the overall points and final finish time. 

1. Dirty Avocados (tie)
1. Big Sky (tie)
3. Aquan
4. Violett
5. DART-nuun
6. Racing w/ Giants
7. Calico Afsheen
8. And Loving It!
9. EPIC AR
10. SOAR Mad Monkeys
11. Szucsko
12. Ryan
13. Grant-Cavender
14. Cygolite/SOAR
15. Dr. Feel-Good

Click here for the Full Results page which will be posted after the event. Full Results will contain a link with the names of racers, points, finish time, and points earned towards the NORCAL AR Sprint Series.

Start/Finish Location
Brandy Creek Marina (not Brandy Creek Beach or Campground).  Also, $5 parking pass is required and is available at the Marina. This is where you will be staging your gear – this is the primary transition area for the race.
> Extreme Race (24hr): Oct. 8 Check-in at 7am, Race Start at 9am
> Sprint Race (4-6hr): Oct. 8 Check-in at 11am, Race Start at 1pm
…..As always, our award-winning post-race food-fest will be available when you cross the finish line!

Boat Renters
If you ordered and rented a boat via our website, Aquan Sports will be on hand to issue you your boat as you are renting from them. For each rental, Aquan will also be bringing the paddle(s) and PFD(s).

Plants & Animals
Unfortunately, poison oak is fairly prevalent in lower elevations in the park, especially in riparian areas–please take precautions if you are susceptible. Bears, mountain lions, and rattlesnakes are also residents. Not usually a problem, but check for ticks. Bring some spray if you’re annoyed by gnats.

Recommended Items
In addition to the mandatory gear listed on the website for each event, gaiters are highly recommended for both events. For the longer course, trekking poles may also be very helpful. Check the mandatory gear lists on the website www.norcal-ar.com for your respective race. All items are clearly listed.

Course Hints
Long course: Starts on bike with trek sections interspersed – you will need to have your bike lights with you from the beginning as you may not return to the staging TA until dark. Expect 10 hours plus for fastest teams before returning to staging TA with your gear — therefore, bring enough food from the beginning. You should obtain water from creeks along the course, bring purification method as we will not have water for you on-course. You need to be able to carry enough water for 6 to 8 hours of strenuous trekking. At least some of the kayaking will be at night — bring some warm clothes. Some of the downhill trekking sections are dusty, covered with pine needles (i.e. very slippery), and lots of sharp branches if you fall — highly, highly recommend trekking poles. Lots of off-trail (and overgrown trail) travel and route choices.

Short course: Starts with a kayak leg.  Fastest team should finish the entire course in around four hours.

Weather Forecast
Weather looks great with highs around 80 and lows in mid 50′s. Though, it can feel even colder at higher elevations and if you are paddling on the water with wind.

We look forward to some great weather and a fantastic finish to the 2011 NORCAL AR Series.

See you this weekend!

We’re in the process of updating the overall standings for the NORCAL AR Sprint Championship.

The duo of Aaron and Clinessa Burch (Team Burch) narrowly edges out the 2011 NORCAL AR Series point leaders of Team Soggy Bread (Jacquelin Wollman and Ryan Madison) and the all-female duo sensation Team DART-nuun (Jen VanGorder and Mari Chandler). Just 2 minutes separated the top 3 duo-teams. Team Tap that Hutto (Sara and Barrett Hutto) were a close 4th.

Kent Ryhorchuk (solo, Team Kent) took top honors overall finishing the entire course in an official time of 3hrs and 41 minutes. Kent’s adjusted time includes a 50 minute time bonus for reaching an optional CP. Melissa Griffiths (Team Flying Solo) was the top female solo racer, finishing the course in an adjusted time of 4hrs and 42 minutes.

In all, nearly 50% of all teams attempted the Bonus CP and the average finish time for the course was approximately 5hrs and 20 minutes. Congratulations to all the participants and 1st time adventure racers!

Take a look at the full race results and points earned towards the 2011 NORCAL AR Sprint Championship.

To learn more about the race and register today, visit the Mystery Event page for complete details.