Q: Can kids compete with a teammate that is a different age?
A: Yes. The age group will be determined by the age of the oldest teammate. 

Q: Can teams be co‐ed?
A: Yes.

Q: How many teams are on course?
A: Races are limited to 500 teams per race day, spread across 3 waves. Teams will be released 2 to 3 teams at a time every 2 minutes to manage course flow.

Q: If my child does not have a partner can I sign my child up to save a spot and then find a partner?
A: Yes. Make a team name for your team when you register your child. The parent of the teammate will have to choose your child’s team name and join it. You can create a password to ensure the correct parent joins your team. YOU are responsible for ensuring your team is set before race day. 

Q: What is included in the entry fee?
A: Your child’s Kids Adventure Games entry fee includes an Athlete shirt and  a medal of completion upon finishing the race.

Q: What happens if there is bad weather on race day?
A: The race will take place rain or shine. In the event there is lightning in the area, the Race Director will make the appropriate call to delay or cancel the race. No refunds will be given if the race is cancelled due to weather.

Q: I signed up months ago but something has come up and I need to cancel. Can I receive a refund?
A:CANCELLATION POLICY A team can withdraw from the Event up to and until 11:59pm 60 days prior to the running of the Event they are registered in. Please do not ask as we do not enjoy saying no. Note: A $25.00 per team cancellation fee will apply. Within 60 Days prior to the registered Event onwards for any reason (including, but not limited to, medical reasons), there is no refund of any portion of the entry fee. Teams must formally cancel and request a refund via email support@kidsadventuregames.ca

Q: May I transfer my registration to a different team?
A: Yes. Registrations can be transferred to a new and different team up to 10 days prior to your event date. A $15 transfer fee will be applied on all transfers. Transfers can be requested a refund via email support@kidsadventuregames.ca

Q: My child’s partner cannot compete anymore. Can they race with a different partner?
A: Yes, send your request, at least 10 days before the race to support@kidsadventuregames.ca.

Q: Can I accompany my child during the race?
A: Yes, you can accompany your child throughout the race to watch them at the different challenges; however we ask that you refrain from helping/interfering with your child during the race. Course marshals will be on hand to assist if children have difficulty. The satisfaction your child will feel when finishing the race is in large part determined by the knowledge that they did it themselves.

Q: Does my child need any special clothing or footwear for this event?
A: We recommend kids wear moisture‐wicking clothing as they will get wet & running shoes for footwear. They will be required to wear a helmet and bike gloves throughout the entire competition. Please NO JEANS. Bring a change of clothes for after the race as they will get wet.

Q: What special equipment does my child need?

A: Mandatory PERSONAL equipment: Each child 8-15 yrs old  is responsible for bringing a sturdy bike (mountain bikes are best).  Children age 6 & 7 competing on the Mini Course will not be using a bicycle. All Children age 6 – 15 are responsible to bring a helmet, bike gloves and backpack with water bottle or water bladder. 

Additionally, we recommend each child carry the following items with them during the event:

• First Aid Kit: small Ziploc bag with some wet wipes, sunscreen band-aids, white tape, Neosporin.

• Light snack

• Small back pack

• Light wind/rain jacket

• The race organization will provide a climbing harness and a life jacket if/when needed.