High Rock Challenge Adventure Race
High Rock Challenge Adventure Race, Saturday, April 28, 2012
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Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters
The High Rock Challenge Adventure Race is held in memory of NYPD Officer John Kelly. Two-member teams must run together at all times and compete in mystery mystery events, which are located throughout the approximately 10-K (and no longer than 13-K) course. Mystery events are cleverly designed and encourage teamwork as well as mental and physical acumen. Events are not revealed until race day when you’re on the course.The HRC was begun in 2001 when the New York Adventure Racing Association (NYARA) partnered with the Greenbelt Conservancy and New York City Parks to present the Greenbelt’s inaugural trail-running event. Although the first race exceeded our expectations and attracted over 100 runners, the 2011 race had 1038 registered runners and was sold out well in advance of race day. Proceeds from the High Rock Challenge help support Greenbelt trail maintenance and environmental education programs.
2012 High Rock Challenge Adventure Race Details
The race starts and finishes at The Greenbelt Recreation Center located at 501 Brielle Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314. The Recreation Center will not be open on race day.
Race Day Parking: Parking is NOT available on Recreation Center grounds.
A limited number of parking spots will be available at Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY. Parking is also available at the Pouch Camporee Field lot across from the JCC. Ample parking is available on both sides of the street (Manor Road) near the side of Susan Wagner H.S. A free shuttle from the JCC parking lot will transport runners and spectators to and from the Recreation Center. Please try to share a ride to alleviate traffic congestion.
Start Time:
8:00 AM staggered start; various start times will be assigned.
Prizes:
What to Bring:
1. Race materials provided at the packet pick-up (see below).
2. Towel, change of clothes, and sneakers, if you plan to stay for a while to socialize and enjoy refreshments.
3. Bring your own water bottle to carry along the route; we are reducing use of disposable cups on the trails.
Race Fees:
Two person team: $150.00 per team
Two person student team: $120.00 (both students must be under 18 years of age)
Members of Greenbelt Conservancy, NYARA, SI Athletic Club, Richmond Rockets and Active Military personnel: $140.00 per team
What you Get:
Your race fee includes shuttle to start line, chip timing and bib, high quality wicking tee shirt, goodie bag, course design, markings and mystery challenges, course assistance should you require it, race day festivities, bag lunch and beverages. Your race fee helps support Staten Island Greenbelt trail maintenance and park stewardship. Thank you!
Registration closes Monday, April 23 at midnight;
there is no race day registration.
Packet pick-up:
Staten Island – Thursday, April 26, 6 – 8:30 pm: Colony Hall/Framboise Catering, on the grounds of Seaview Hospital, 460 Brielle Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
There is no other pick-up day and no race day packet pick-up.
2012 High Rock Challenge Supporters (to date)
Northfield Bank, Corporate Sponsor
Shop Rite of Staten Island
Manhattan Beer Distributors
Special thanks to:
Port Richmond Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Our Supporters are:
Bernikow JCC ■ Civilian-Military Combine
Assemblyman Michael Cusick
Con Edison ■ Earthbound Farm Organic
Ferrero Roche Chocolate
Framboise Catering ■ Gu Energy
Next Level Fitness
Councilman James Oddo ■ One-on-One Physical Therapy
POWERADE ■ Powerball Energy Drink
Red Bull ■ ROAD I.D.
Sea View Hospital Rehabilitation Center & Home
Staten Island Athletic Club (SIAC) ■ Volunteer Heart Ambulance of Staten Island
About the High Rock Challenge
Teams consisting of two must run together at all times and compete in mystery events, which are located throughout the approximately 10-K (and no longer than 13-K) course. Mystery events are cleverly designed and encourage teamwork as well as mental and physical acumen. Events are not revealed until race day when you’re on the course.
The High Rock Challenge remains Staten Island’s only adventure race; it attracts athletes of all stripes who turn out each April to test their physical and mental abilities, senses of humor and trail-running legs. The race route is almost entirely along the Greenbelt’s rugged trail system. Navigating your way, by following course markers, is considered part of the challenge.
Hundreds of spectators, volunteers and support staff cheer runners at central points along the route and at the finish line making this event popular with sponsors. All Greenbelt and NYARA races are professionally timed culminating in an awards ceremony. Refreshments and wicking tee shirts are provided for runners.
2011 RACE RESULTS ARE HERE
View and purchase race photos here: a portion of proceeds will go to the race presenters (Greenbelt Conservancy and NYARA)
Watch the 2011 video by Anthony DePrimo/Staten Island Advance
Read the 2011 Staten Island Advance article
Watch the 2011 NY1.com video
Go here to view Greenbelt trail race photos.
The Greenbelt and NYARA present three additional trails races:
- Fall Flat 5K in November
- The Trail Run Festival in December – 5, 10, 25 & 50 K distance options
- Cold Feat 10K in February