Race Details
Race Schedule
07:00 Racer Check-In
17:00 Race Finish, Awards & Dinner
Tentative schedule. Subject to change.
Required Individual Equipment
Dry change of clothes and rain gear.
Safety whistle.
Light source with extra batteries.
Food, water, and the ability to carry 2 liters of water.
A sense of adventure.
Required Team Equipment
Orienteering compass.
UTM grid square.
Fire starting supplies e.g. matches, flint, lighter.
Water detoxification method. *
Waterproofing method and ink pen for map and passbook.
Wilderness medical and survival kit. **
CPR face mask.
GPS units, cell phones, and other forms of communication are prohibited. Also prohibited is any means of transportation other than those specified in the race. Cell phones may be carried in case of emergency. Sometimes the reception is spotty in the Park, so keep that in mind. See racer packet for details about prohibited items and complete gear list.
* You will be responsible for your own hydration for the duration of the race. Natural sources of water (e.g. lakes, streams) may be on the race course, but you provide your own water detoxification method.
** You choose the contents of this kit. This is part of the preparation and team strategy challenge of the race. To use an item in a medical scenario, you will need to show that you have the item and in some cases use it. Exception: To simulate a medication in your kit, you may label an empty syringe or pill bottle with the name of the medication in permanent marker. These must be pre-labeled before the race begins.
Racer Packet
The racer packet is specific to this race and contains vital information beyond what’s listed on this webpage. Participation in the race implies you’ve read, understood, and agreed to the content within. Please download and review the racer packet by clicking below, and of course let us know if you have any questions.
Please read through the official MedWAR Challenge Curriculum and FAQ’s for very important details before registering for any of the races.