Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format for teams?
Can I register without knowing my full team?
What is the percentage breakdown of race legs?
Do I have to bring my own boat?
What will the events be like?
Where can I stay before and after the race?
What will parking be like?
When can I check-in?
Will there be good places for my family & friends to watch?
Will there be food to purchase?
What if it's raining?

What is the format for teams?
The Strong Adventure Race (youth event) will accept two, three and four person teams. Youth aged 5-17 can participate in this event, either on a team with other youth or an adult. We encourage parents to participate with their kids! The course is unmarked, so basic ability to read and make decisions will be required.

I want to register online but I don't know all of my teammates yet. Can I do this?
Yes. For the remaining team member sections in the registration form put the same information as you did for yourself EXCEPT, change the first name to member2 / 3 / 4 on the respective boxes. Your team does not have to be set to register.

What is the percentage breakdown of race legs?
The exact distances will be kept secret until the race begins. You will be mountain biking on trail and paved surfaces, running on trail, paved, and off-road surfaces, and paddling on flat water.

Do I have to bring my own boat?
If you do not have your own canoe, we have a limited number we can provide at no cost, along with paddles and pfds. All provided canoes + equipment will be delivered directly to the race start, so you do not need to worry about transporting your boat. The equipment is basic camp stuff - do not expect the gear to be light or in pristine condition!

What will the events be like?
The paddling will be on a lake. Trekking will be both on and off trails. Biking will be a combination of singletrack and gravel roads with some paved surfaces. Basic navigation will be needed to complete some sections of the race and map reading skills will be necessary for the entire race. Mystery events are anything we dream up before the race. That's why they are a mystery.

Where can I stay before and after the race?
Once again, we have negotiated CHEAP rates for those of you wanting to make a weekend out of the event and enjoy more of Lake Ocoee & Cherokee National Forest.

Rustic Bunkhouses = $10 per person per night
Tent Camping: $3 per camper for night

take a peek here at the bunkhouses:
http://campocoee.com/generalinfo/index.asp

If you do stay on-site, please keep your pre-race wandering to a MINIMUM. If we see you out scouting, you will be DQ'd.

Please contact Ashley at the camp to reserve your lodging:
(423) 338-5588

The closest hotel to the race site is the Ocoee Whitewater Inn is located at the intersection of 411 and 64.

The Cherokee National Forest is filled with many great camping areas if you'd like to rough it. Check out this site for more details.

There are many places to stay in Downtown Chattanooga if you'd like to be closer to the city. It takes approximately 40min to get to Camp Ocoee from downtown.

What will parking be like?
We should have plenty of parking available on race day. 4wheel drive vehicles are not necessary. We do encourage teams to carpool!

When can I check-in
Starting at 7am on Saturday August 14th. There will be no check-in available on Friday Aug 13th.

Will there be good places for my family & friends to watch?
Yes! We will have a central transition area where spectators can get close to the action. We can also point out other areas to snap some pictures.

Will there be food to purchase?
Unfortunately we are not permitted to sell food and drinks onsite. Racers and Volunteers will have access to drinks and a post-race meal. We encourage friends and family to bring a cooler so they can be properly hydrated and fueled throughout the day.

What if it's raining?
As long as it isn't lightning, the race will go on! It's hard to tell what the weather will be like in August, but you could get chilled if you are wet. We encourage you to bring a waterproof jacket to have just in case.