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KIDS ADVENTURE GAMES
SAT Sept 28
PLUS ADD-ONS!
CHAMPIONS RACE OR PARENT & KID FUN RACE - SUN SEPT 29
Ages 6 to 15
Kids Adventure GAMES
Sat Sept 28
PLUS ADD-ONS!!
CHAMPIONS RACE - SUN SEPT 29
PARENT & KID FAMILY FUN RACE - SUN SEPT 29
All teams compete on Sat, Sept 29, 2024.
Race waves (times) are staggered and start between 8 am – 12 pm.
Open to Teams of 2 racers – ages 6 – 15 years.
Teen & Kids Race (Age 8-15)- EARLY BIRD PRICE – $90/racer – SAVE $20/racer!
Mini-Race (Age 6-7) – EARLY BIRD PRICE – $40/racer – SAVE$20/racer!
- The Kids Adventure Games is held on Saturday, Sept 28 (while space is available). Times will be tracked and all teams will receive a participation medal.
- Categories: Boys, Girls, Coed in each age group of 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15. Ages 6-7 will use the Mini course with both boys & girls in one category.
- Kids Adventure Games participants have the add-on options of A) Family Fun Run Sunday or B) A more competitive Champions race on Sunday. See below for more details.
- Course description and route will be printed on a ‘kid friendly’ map.
- Racers Age 12-15 run the longest course ~5km. Age 8-11 challenge a slightly shorter course ~3.5km with age-appropriate obstacles. Racers age 6-7 run on a ~1km Mini Course.
- Kids will travel the course by mountain bike, on foot, on land or on water (swimming is not necessary).
- Mini Course for ages 6-7 involves running and includes 5-6 of our most popular obstacles (cargo net, tyrolean traverse, slip’n slide etc). Minis may not be biking (watch for clarification via email after final course has been identified). And Minis will not be crossing water.
- A personal flotation device is supplied by the race organizers for the water section (no swimming required).
- Transition Areas are where racers change disciplines and pick up or drop gear.
- Estimate 40 minutes and 90 minutes to finish.
- All kids are required to wear a helmet, backpack, (bike) gloves. Climbing harness and personal floatation devices will be supplied by race organizers.
- Spectators are welcome to watch along the course.
- We ask that parents allow their children to work together with their teammate to navigate and problem solve all obstacles without assistance.
THREE DIFFERENT Course Lengths
TEEN COURSE
Ages 12-13 & 14-15
Approx. 5 km (40 - 90 min)
YOUTH COURSE
Ages 8-9 & 10-11
Approx. 3+ km (40 - 90 min)
MINI COURSE
Ages 6 -7
Approx. 1+ km (30 - 40 min)
*Note: Bike may NOT be on Mini course depending on final course route. Watch for clarification closer to race date.
Make the Most of Your Kids Adventure!
NEW FOR 2024! SUNDAY ADD ON'S!*
Several fun and challenging ADD ONS! to choose from when registering for Sat Sept 28th Kids Adventure Games
Go for the Championship or share the Adventure with Mom or Dad.
*ADD ON’S are only available in addition to Sat, Sept 28th registrations (ie cannot be purchased separately)
**Champions Race Only Purchase is also available to 2024 Kids Adventure Racers from other locations (see your race location emails for details)
NEW Add-on’s* Available
Parent + Kid FAMILY Fun Race Sunday, Sept 29
Why Should Kids Have All the Fun?
Race with your Child or CHILDREN!
Wanna race as a family?! Mom, Dad or other adult can race the course with your Kids Adventure Games racer on Sunday. Race starts at 11 am. This is a fun run, times will be recorded but no awards will be given.
– $50 per racer participant
2 participants required = 1 x Kids Adventure Racer* + 1 x Adult. *One racer must have participated in Saturday Sept 28 Kids Adventure Games. Only the new adult participant receives the Kids Adventure Games T-shirt. *ADD-ON’s are only available in addition to previous Sat Sept 28 registration ie this ADD-ON cannot be purchased separately. And is available at registration.
ADD-ON AVAILABLE*
Kids Adventure Champions' Race Sunday, June 30
Got what it Takes to Challenge the Course Again and Compete Against your Peers?
Kids Adventure Games Teams who complete a regular 2024 Kids Adventure Race are qualified to compete in the Adventure Champions’ race. Race is held Sunday, Sept 29. Age Categories remain the same. Awards will be given to the top teams in each Age category. This is an additional option ONLY for race teams who participate and complete Collingwood’s Saturday’s race or another 2024 Kids Adventure Race.
$50 per racer* – Team of 2 required – *Limited to previously registered teams only. Available at checkout.
New t-shirts are not provided.
Blue Mountain Resort
Saturday, Sept 28, 2024- 8am-3pm – Adventure Games Race Day
Sunday, Sept 29, 2024 – 8am – Champions Race, 9:30am Family Fun Race
Where: Blue Mountain Resort, South Base Lodge.
138 Gord Canning Dr. The Blue Mountains,
Limited Time Early Bird Special – Sept 28 Adventure Games!
$90 per racer – Age 8-15 – SAVE $20 per racer!
$40 per racer – Age 6-7 – SAVE $20 per racer!
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Kids Adventure Games
Collingwood, ON
SAT Sept 28 2024
*ADD-ONS AVAILABLE DURING REGISTRATION CHECK OUT
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We Need Volunteers!
There are a variety of positions available to volunteer for during this event. We encourage parents, and older racers to volunteer for obstacle help, course marshals, transition areas, and start/finish. Contact us to learn more.
THE RACE: What to Expect
All Saturday Race Entries Include
Participants learn the values of teamwork, problem solving and finish the race with a sense of accomplishment and pride.
Registration also gets you…
- Entry for 1 participant (2 participants in a team is required)
- Custom finishing medal for each participant.
- Official athlete t-shirt for each participant.
Racer Gear
Mandatory Gear
Each team member must have the following:
- (Mountain) Bike that fits and is in good working condition
- Bicycle Helmet
- Bicycle Gloves (to protect hands on ropes and cables)
- Small Backpack
- Water Bottle or Water Bladder (Minimum of 10 oz.)
- First Aid Kit*: Small Ziploc Bag with Wet Wipes, Sunscreen, Band-Aids, White Tape, and Neosporin.
*Please Note: Race organization has a full standby medical team onsite at all times
Race organizers will provide a climbing harness and life jacket.
Recommended Gear
Kids Adventure Games™ teach lifelong values of teamwork, sportsmanship, problem-solving, and being prepared. In this spirit, it is recommended each racer also have the following gear for the race:
- Shorts & T-shirt (no bathing suits)
- Rain/Wind Jacket
- Socks, Sturdy Athletic Shoes (no open toes or sandals)
Mini Course Race Gear
Circumstances prevent race organizers from finalizing the Mini course at this time. We are uncertain whether Mini racers will need a bike for the race however they will still need the bike helmet and bike gloves (protection for obstacle elements).
Frequently Asked Questions
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: We’ve signed up for the Champions’ Race. What is included in that entry fee?
Teams will get a chance to race the same course from Saturday. Awards will be presented to the top teams in each category. New t-shirts are NOT included.
Q: We signed up for the Parent-Child Fun Race. What is included in this entry fee?
Teams of one adult and one Kids Adventure Games child participant (Saturday racer) run the same course. One new t-shirt is provided. This is intended as a fun run. No awards will be provided.
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 in March 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 (or parent in Family Fun Race) need?
A: Mandatory PERSONAL equipment: Each child (and or parent) is responsible for bringing a sturdy (mountain) bike, 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.
RACE DAY INFO
Please read all email communications that are sent out, which will contain registration and wave start times, important updates and last minute changes/reminders.
- All participants will need to sign a waiver prior to arriving.
- Spectators may not be permitted or may be limited based on capacity restrictions.
- Race bibs, provided at check in, should be pinned to the front of athlete’s shirt.
- We ask that parents allow their children to work together to problem solve all obstacles without assistance. Feel free to cheer and encourage, but refrain from physically helping
CANCELLATION Policy
Transfer and Cancellation Policies
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
WEATHER POLICY
The race will take place rain or shine. In the event there is dangerous inclement weather or 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 or wildfires or smoke because of wildfires and there is dangerous air pollution