Greenhorn Adventure Race
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Greenhorn Adventure Race Overview
The Greenhorn Adventure Race is a sprint-distance multi-sport event held at Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, Maryland. Now in its 11th edition, the race is designed to serve as an entry point for participants into the sport of adventure racing. The event has a total time limit of four hours and covers a total distance of approximately 15 miles.
The race consists of several disciplines that participants must complete:
- 3 to 6 miles of trekking
- 2 miles of paddling on a clear lake
- 8 to 10 miles of mountain biking
- Beginner-level navigation using provided maps
The mountain biking portion of the course includes a variety of terrain, such as gravel roads, paved sections, and semi-technical singletrack trails. Navigation for this event is intended to be straightforward.
Participants can compete as soloists or in teams of two, three, or four members. Teams may be all-male, all-female, or co-ed. All team members are required to travel together for the entire duration of the race. The event starts and finishes within the grounds of Rocky Gap State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
