2003 Race
World-renowned for its emerald blue waters nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Lake Tahoe area is stunning to say the least. The Donner Party battled their own challenges up and over the mighty Sierras, making history in the process. During the mid 1800’s The Gold Rush spurred a massive surge West in an adventure for wealth and survival.
Currently the area is a wilderness wonderland where hikers and campers can experience a closeness to the American west they just can’t get in LA or the other big cities. And you don’t have to be a tree lover to just enjoy the scenic beauty surrounding this incredible space. Our heritage is inexorably linked to the travails and tribulations cast upon our early settlers by the sheer force of nature in a wild state – something that to this day lingers whenever you’re alone in the woods, mountains, or standing near a quick flowing stream.
Clearly though, lovers of the outdoors will be entranced by this place, making it the perfect location for our beloved competition.
One hundred co-ed teams of four will navigate through a 457+ mile course, the start kept secret until the evening before the race, and the rest of the course revealed in sections as the race unfolds. Elevation ranges fall between nearly sea level and 11,000 feet. Participants will utilize the following disciplines during their adventure, which will last up to ten days.
» Caving
» Mt. Biking
» Hiking
» Ascending
» Tyrolean Traverse
» Rappelling
» White Water Paddling
» Flat Water Paddling
» Night Navigation
» Orienteering
Even though Chad is a Texas Social Security Disability lawyer, he really doesn’t want to see any injuries during any of these events, so please watch your back, the weather and keep an eye on your fellow humans please.