The Kids Adventure Games is a nationwide, multi-discipline obstacle adventure race designed exclusively for kids ages 6 to 14. Where teams of two will race on bikes, in water, and on foot through a 2.5-4 mile course featuring up to 15 man-made and natural obstacles including rope swings, mud pits, cargo nets, zip lines a giant slip’n slide and more.
Kids Adventure Games is excited to join Lost Valley Ski Resort to offer hundreds of kids the thrill of adventure racing where they’ll challenge themselves physically and emotionally.
Registration is underway at www.kidsadventuregames.com/register and is limited to 180 teams.
Sign up NOW as other Kids Adventure Games across the country have already sold out. The cost is $160 per team of two. Last-minute team prices will increase in the weeks leading up to the event.
Kids Adventure Games is built on the mission to create a more active and confident generation of kids through unique, challenging experiences that teach lifelong values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, problem-solving, overcoming adversity, and a joy for the outdoors.
“Adventure racing is a thrilling sport," said Co-Founder and former EcoChallenge Champion Billy Mattison. "It combines physical and mental challenges, teamwork and good-natured competition--and just as importantly, it's a lot of fun. We're excited for our inaugural Lost Valley event where we’ll watch the kids grow by challenging themselves throughout the weekend."
The fun stretches out before and after the race. As part of the action, racers will also have an opportunity to participate in skills clinics on Friday, July 19th. Prior to racing build your teamwork, biking, and climbing skills. Skills clinics are optional and cost $60 per participant.
Following the race, join other teams and their families for an after-race awards party where they will celebrate the accomplishments of each participant and prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group (6-7, 8-9, 10-11, & 12-14) and category (boys, girls, and coed). In addition, each team is eligible to win one of 3 specialty awards, Sportsmanship Award, Team Spirit Award, and Environmental Steward Award.
The Kids Adventure Games™ originated in Vail, Colorado ten years ago and now features races across the nation. The games in each city are tailored to the natural terrain of the area to maintain the authenticity and personality distinct to that location.
To register and for more information, visit www.kidsadventuregames.com/lost-valley-maine
