Watertown Information
Watertown Challenge
Event Description
The Watertown Challenge will not be held in 2006. Race director Brian Weber is focusing on the development of Mid-America Xtreme's not-for-profit MAX Camps providing outdoor programs to youth groups from many backgrounds. Brian and the rest of the MAX organization want to thank you for attending this event in previous years and encourage you to attend one of our other great events in 2006.

This is a timed event (6 hour limit). The challenge will include trail running, a watercraft section, biking, along with numerous skill tests. The winner will be declared by the team that collects the most checkpoint punches in their passport within the 6- hour period. Be prepared to navigate. County maps will be used, along with written instruction. Teams will have 6 hours to get to as many of the control points as possible. Teams will need to plan their route wisely to be sure their team returns to the final transition area before the cut-off time. If you can read a road map you can navigate this course.

Example: If the challenge starts at 5:30am the challenge would conclude at 12:30pm. Teams not back at the transition/finish area by 12:30pm would be considered unranked having not met the main objective of returning within the 6-hour limit.

Teams must follow rules of the road and respect private property.

Race Calendar
JUNE 10TH: Pre-Race Briefing and Registration
JUNE 11TH: Race Day!
JUNE 12TH: Teams Depart

Location
Watertown Conservation Club
N8898 County Rd E, Watertown, WI 53094

Approximate Distances From Major Cities
Chicago, IL           141   Miles
Green Bay, WI      118   Miles
Milwaukee, WI        49   Miles
Minneapolis, MN  299   Miles

Race Length and Duration

  • Actual course miles will vary from team to team. Teams may decide that they want to spend more time on the bike section. Other teams may decide to use a more balanced approach in obtaining checkpoint punches.
  • 6 hours

    Team Information (100-team limit)

  • Teams consist of three competitors
  • Support staff is required
  • Any team configuration: Male, Female, Coed
  • Entry Fee $225 per team

    • Mandatory Gear (Gear lists are subject to change)
    3 mountain bikes per team
    1 to 3 watercraft per team (see pertinent information below)
    1 certified bike helmet per competitor
    1 life jacket (PFD) per competitor
    1 compass
    1 first aid kit per team
    1 quart bottle, camelback, etc. with water per competitor
    1 cellular phone per team (to be carried throughout race) for use in the event of injury or critical questions.
    1 watertight map case, pen and paper per team

    Recommended Gear
    - extra compass
    - extra water containers
    - extra bike parts and repair kit
    - biking gloves
    - sunglasses
    - watches
    - sunscreen
    - insect repellent
    - backpack
    - whistle
    - energy bars
    - electrolyte replacements ( food or sports drinks)

    Pertinent Information
    Mountain bike is required. Biking is mostly on country roads, trail, gravel and grass. Course is very wet. Bring dry clothes and extra shoes. Road maps and written direction will mark the course. Map (Road Map) reading skills are required. Teams will have to make decisions on which is the best way to go. Teams will be required to bring their own watercraft.

    Additional Information
    Team Captains will be notified as soon as possible of any changes or additions the course.
    If you require additional information or have questions about the race please write:
    Race Director.

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    Note: Race objectives are subject to modification, deletion or addition up through race day.