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DINO, Indiana's leader in mountain biking and trail running events, presents "The Extreme Outfitters MISSION", an 18 hour adventure race set along the spectacular route of the Muscatatuck River. A new course for 2005 once again highlights some of the area's most scenic and unique features with unique DINO twists.

Participants travel by foot, bicycle, and canoe in teams (or in the Solo division), using map and compass to find checkpoints. Each team must stay together the entire race. Along the way, they will encounter various natural and manmade challenges that test physical and mental ability and creativity.

For those up to the challenge, a solo division is offered. Note: this year we will NOT allow soloists to use their own boat.

The course is designed to keep most participants going all 18 hours, creating a dramatic finish line setting where family and friends can cheer for their team as they emerge from the darkness.

    

ROPES SKILLS:
For participants who are less experienced with ropes gear (harnesses, ATC, carabiners, etc) we are offering a FREE Rope Gear Basics clinic on Friday May 27 from 3-5 pm. Each participant will be expected to do the following without assistance: put on harness, connect ATC/descender and safety line carabiners to ropes. If you are not comfortable doing this, please attend the free clinic.

      

TEAM DIVISIONS
Teams may be three or two persons. The six team divisions are: 2 & 3 person Co-ed, 2 & 3 Female, and 2 & 3 Male. All teammates must remain within 100 feet of each other at all times. The field limit is 50 teams.

SOLO DIVISION
Participants applying for the solo division must provide a resume of experience. An adventure race of this distance and difficulty is much safer with team support.

To apply for the Solo Division, send a race resume along with entry form and payment. Race resumes should include recent solo or team adventure races, orienteering meets, etc. Include official results as proof. The key issue is safety; that you are competent navigator and make good decisions with regard to safety. Solo participants may be asked to carry a cell phone with them at all times.

    

ENTRY FEES
Teams: $100 per person (3-person teams)
           $120 per person (2-person teams) Now Available
Solo:    $130 per person
* USARA members may deduct $8 from the entry fee.
* Entry closes May 19, 2005.

Fees include: Friday night meal, map(s), event T-shirt, post-race food, event insurance, professional event management, and a great experience.

LODGING
Primitive camping is included in your race fee! Just pick a site when you arrive! Campsites with hook-ups are also available on-site; contact Muscatatuck County Park at (800) 928-3667. Hotel rooms available at Comfort Inn in North Vernon (812) 352-9999.

FOOD
Entry in the event covers the pre-race dinner on Friday night (7:00PM). Post-race recovery food will be available. During the event, each team or soloist is to be self-sufficient.

  

DIRECTIONS:
North Vernon is halfway between Madison and Columbus IN. From the center of North Vernon (SR 7 and US 50), go south on SR 7 one mile, watch for the park entrance on the right just before crossing the river. View Map

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