Metzger Outdoors wants to operate in such a way that our actions speak louder than our words. We are convinced that the best way to help people see the love and grace of God is to experience it through the lives we live. At Metzger Outdoors we don't simply want to talk about God's love, we want to live it among the people in our community
Adventure Racing is the only sport where the participant
is having a GREAT time while doing it!
It’s a secret! Race Map will be given out just prior to start of race. You may see other Metzger friends, family members or sponsor’s teams in the race. However, only Micah & Matt Metzger are privy to the race plans including the exact starting and ending location, route and checkpoints. TA’s are Transition Areas. Each Transition Area (TA) is where entrants transition from one portion of the race to another, such as from biking to hiking. CP’s are Checkpoints. Maps will lead you to Checkpoints (CP’s). Each team must find a minimum number of CP’s to complete the race within the allotted time limit. Time management is key. Teams must complete the race in the allotted time, and find the minimum number of CP’s. If they do not, they will receive a “DNF” which simply stands for “did not finish”. Safety is important. Please follow all safety regulations and follow the “good Samaritan” policy. If a person is hurt or in any danger, you need to stop and help them. Teams are self-supported. This means that each team will carry all of their own gear throughout the race (see “Required Gear”). This race is a “Sprint”. Our race will have a 4-6 hour limit. We expect new and experienced racers and have designed the race to accomidate both. The goal is to find as many CP’s as possible in the allotted time. We also want people to have fun, bond with their team and enjoy the outdoors. Navigation is up to you. Each team will have some freedom in deciding how to get to each CP using their map and Adventure racing is challenging, but incredibly rewarding. Racers will be challenged to do their personal best. Everyone from beginners to advanced athletes will have fun at our race. There are some freebies! Everyone likes free stuff. We will try to get some freebies from sponsors to give everyone. It’s a competition, but…..it’s for charity. Competitive people will love this race because we will keep track of times, and there will be trophies. But it is also a charitable and fun event. Orientation Day. There will be at least one “Orientation Day” where new racers are invited to learn about orienteering, paddling, etc. so they will be comfortable on the day of the race. 
Entrants must work together as a team. Entrants must be within approximately 100 feet (or talking distance) of each team member.
compass. Teams will need to work together to decide on the best route to take. Stay on public property (NO TRESPASSING on personal property)
If you are interested in participating call 260.579.1505.
