6-HOUR
BATTLE BY THE BROOK
PRICING
Competitive Race
The sixth annual Battle by the Brook Adventure Race (BBTB) will be held on September 23rd, 2023 at Camp Shady Brook, in Deckers, CO. This is one of our favorite fundraisers. With your adventurous nature and philanthropist’s heart, registering for this event allows more kids to attend camp at Camp Shady Brook. Adventures for everyone!
Each team will race in a variety of endurance disciplines, including orienteering/navigation, cross-country running/hiking, mountain biking, paddling and other unique challenges for Adventure Racing. Athletes can look forward to a vendor area with interactive booths, live music, and an end-of-race cookout. Be prepared for an amazing day! This page is dedicated to the competitive 6 hour race. If you’re looking for the Family 6 Mile version of Battle of the Brook, click here.
RACE UPDATES
Stay tuned for more information as the race day approaches!
RACE LOCATION
This race will be held at Camp Shady Brook in Deckers, Colorado.
8716 S Y Camp Rd
Camp Shady Brook
Deckers, CO US 80135
RACE ACTIVITIES
Racers will navigate the unmarked course by hiking/cross country running, mountain biking (dirt road/trail), and paddling (flat water).
TEAMS
Racers must form teams of 2-4 in order to participate.
REQUIRED GEAR
- Backpack
- Water bottle & hydration pack
- Mountain Bike
- Mountain bike helmet (CPSC, ANSI, or SNELL certified)
- Compass Bike tool kit (including bike pump) and at least one spare bike tube
- Rain Jacket (recommended)
- Running/Hiking Shoes
- Whistle
- Sufficient clothing for weather & weather changes
- Beanie/Buff (recommended)
- Wool or Fleece under-layer (recommended)
- First Aid Kit (per team)
- Compass (per team, 2 recommended)
- Maps (provided, per team)
- Map Case (recommended)
- Passport (provided, per team)
- Sunscreen (recommended)
VOLUNTEER
We love our volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering for this race, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page and the race director will be in touch.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Stay tuned for more information as the race day approaches!
- The race will begin at 9 a.m. and teams will be compete to navigate and find 13 – 16 checkpoints throughout the rugged course.
RULES
RACE FAQs
- For experienced racers as well as beginners.
- Timed event with overall finish time and included in results
- Qualifier for RMAS award
- Awards given to the top TEAM in each division (2 person male, 2 person female, 3/4 person male, 3/4 person female, 2 person coed, 3/4 person coed).
- Each team member must have a mountain bike with gears to participate in this category and be experienced at riding their bike on trails.
- All team members must stay together at all times during the race.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation Policy: We are unable to offer refunds on race registration fees.* However, we will happily transfer your entry to a future race.
*If we end up having to postpone or cancel the 2022 race due to COVID, all registered racers will receive a full refund.
CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR
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