UNIQUE ADVENTURES IN EVERY SEASON FOR ALL AGES
UNIQUE ADVENTURES IN EVERY SEASON FOR ALL AGES
BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE Y ADVENTURE LAB
EMPOWERING YEAR-ROUND WELLNESS
We offer four world-class adventure events hosted by our site partner, THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT, plus, outdoor challenges you can complete at home.
WINTER ‘22
FEB. 19
TRAINING CHALLENGE:
SWEAT CONTEST
Nighttime Glow Racing option
Custom Beanies & medals
Meet Husky Sled Dog Teams
LOCATION:
FISH LAKE REGIONAL PARK, MAPLE GROVE
Custom Beanies & medals
Meet Husky Sled Dog Teams
LOCATION:
FISH LAKE REGIONAL PARK, MAPLE GROVE
EARLY SUMMER ‘22
JUNE 19-20
TRAINING CHALLENGE:
7Summits
Epic climbing event for all fitness levels, ages 5 & up. Cool swag and recognition for vertical feet climbed
LOCATION:
HYLAND HILLS SKI AREA, BLOOMINGTON
LOCATION:
HYLAND HILLS SKI AREA, BLOOMINGTON
LATE SUMMER ‘22
AUG. 19-20
TRAINING CHALLENGE:
SUMMER ADVENTURE TRACKER
Friday Night - Family Splash & Dash (100-Yard Swim, 1-Mile Obstacle Run)
Saturday - Minnesota’s Biggest Kids’ Tri (100-Yard Swim, 5-Mile Bike, 1-Mile Obstacle Run)
LOCATION:
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE, MAPLE GROVE
Saturday - Minnesota’s Biggest Kids’ Tri (100-Yard Swim, 5-Mile Bike, 1-Mile Obstacle Run)
LOCATION:
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE, MAPLE GROVE
FALL ‘22
OCT. 23
TRAINING CHALLENGE:
GET GRITTY CHALLENGE
A kid + kid (ages 6-17) or kid + adult buddy race discover your toughness & grit
Obstacles + Swag + Medals
LOCATION:
HYLAND LAKE PARK RESERVE, BLOOMINGTON
Obstacles + Swag + Medals
LOCATION:
HYLAND LAKE PARK RESERVE, BLOOMINGTON
COMING SOON: TEAM CYCLEHEALTH!
Team CycleHealth is a new way for kids to be engaged year-round in creating a new cycle of health. Stay tuned!
NEW fall event to come!
We’re also working on an Adventure day in FALL to celebrate those kids who complete all three challenges and races.
SAT. FEB. 19
DAY-TIME AND NIGHT GLOW RACING OPTIONS
Fish Lake Regional Park, Maple Grove
In Partnership with Three Rivers Park District
Kids - Give Winter a Piece of Your Awesome!
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
Enter by Dec. 15 to receive a personalized gift pack by mail!
Enter by Dec. 15 to receive
a personalized gift pack by mail!
A WINTER ADVENTURE RACE FOR ALL KIDS AGES 7-17
The Kidarod is inspired by Alaska's famous dog sled race, except with kids doing the work and husky sled teams watching the fun. It combines climbing, pulling, sliding, hiking/running, and fun obstacles into an unforgettable 2-mile winter adventure.
Iditarod History: When diphtheria gripped the village of Nome during the brutal winter of 1925, there was only one hope to save the townspeople. It was to have teams of huskies and their mushers relay the life-saving serum from Anchorage hundreds of miles to Nome. The nation held its breath waiting for progress reports of the slow and nearly impossible trek across the dark and dangerous tundra. But thanks to Togo, a lead dog who pulled the serum 260 miles over 3 days, and Balto the dog who led his team on the final pull into Nome, the town was saved.
Reenacting the original "Race of Mercy": We refer to our startline at the Kidarod as "Anchorage" and our finish line as "Nome". At the start line, you will collect your vile of symbolic serum and protect it along the course until you turn it in at "Nome".
Kidarod Details:
Who Can Participate?
Kids Ages 5-6: Racing with registered partner age 13+
Kids Ages 7-17: Racing solo, or with other registered kid(s) and/or adults
Adults Racing w/ Kids ages 5-17 (All Must Be Registered)
Choose your start time from day and night glow racing options (headlamps provided for night sessions). Enter early, sessions fill fast.
• 15 kid-friendly obstacles for epic adventure
• Meet real husky sled dogs
• Custom Kidarod hats and medals
Expected time to Complete Course
Runners: 20 to 30 Minutes
Hikers: 30 to 45 Minutes
Weather Possibilities: We have held the Kidarod during all kinds of weather conditions from a huge blizzard to very cold and even in balmy 60 degree temps. So be ready for any kind of conditions that February in Minnesota can throw at us.
What to Wear: Be advised that heavy winter jackets and snow pants often become "too warm" for the trek. It's best to dress in layers for winter conditions. Also, wear gloves, shoes with good traction (or boots if snow is deep), and the Kidarod knit hat you'll receive at check-in.
Race Week Email: All registrants will receive an email on race week with updated information and a reminder of your session time.
Iditarod History: When diphtheria gripped the village of Nome during the brutal winter of 1925, there was only one hope to save the townspeople. It was to have teams of huskies and their mushers relay the life-saving serum from Anchorage hundreds of miles to Nome. The nation held its breath waiting for progress reports of the slow and nearly impossible trek across the dark and dangerous tundra. But thanks to Togo, a lead dog who pulled the serum 260 miles over 3 days, and Balto the dog who led his team on the final pull into Nome, the town was saved.
Reenacting the original "Race of Mercy": We refer to our startline at the Kidarod as "Anchorage" and our finish line as "Nome". At the start line, you will collect your vile of symbolic serum and protect it along the course until you turn it in at "Nome".
Kidarod Details:
Who Can Participate?
Kids Ages 5-6: Racing with registered partner age 13+
Kids Ages 7-17: Racing solo, or with other registered kid(s) and/or adults
Adults Racing w/ Kids ages 5-17 (All Must Be Registered)
Choose your start time from day and night glow racing options (headlamps provided for night sessions). Enter early, sessions fill fast.
• 15 kid-friendly obstacles for epic adventure
• Meet real husky sled dogs
• Custom Kidarod hats and medals
Expected time to Complete Course
Runners: 20 to 30 Minutes
Hikers: 30 to 45 Minutes
Weather Possibilities: We have held the Kidarod during all kinds of weather conditions from a huge blizzard to very cold and even in balmy 60 degree temps. So be ready for any kind of conditions that February in Minnesota can throw at us.
What to Wear: Be advised that heavy winter jackets and snow pants often become "too warm" for the trek. It's best to dress in layers for winter conditions. Also, wear gloves, shoes with good traction (or boots if snow is deep), and the Kidarod knit hat you'll receive at check-in.
Race Week Email: All registrants will receive an email on race week with updated information and a reminder of your session time.
Sat. Feb. 25, 2017
Fish Lake Regional Park, Maple Grove
Course Options:
Kidarod Classic - Perfect for first-time racers with obstacles on a 1-mile course with that focuses on fun and finishing.
Kidarod X - Designed for kids who want more. Our 2-mile course is designed to add tundra and expedition for an X-Sized challenge.
NEW for 2018: Family Hour Racing
The 4 PM hour is for families who want to race together. It's the only chance for adults to experience the Kidarod with their kids. The other hours are kid-only.
Afternoon Racing - Starts at 2 PM
Nighttime Glow Racing - Starts at 6 PM
TRAINING CHALLENGE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION
Kidarod Race Report 2017
SEE THE 2016 KIDAROD
All participants receive a custom knit hat (New design for 2022 coming soon).
Twin Cities Pediatricians Agree:
The Sweat 2,017 Contest is Good Medicine
In addition to prescribing our event, pediatricians love when kids complete our sweat contest. Besides getting stronger, it helps make winter fly by and is the perfect way to get ready for the Kidarod. Click link to get the Sweat 2,017 form and start charting your progress, then turn your form in at the Kidarod for a chance to win great prizes in our contest.
OUR SUCCESSFUL 2-DAY FORMAT WHERE YOU PICK YOUR ‘CLIMB TIME’ RETURNS SO ALL CAN HAVE A SAFE, ADVENTUROUS TRIP TO THE SUMMIT!
Sun. June 19 & Mon. June 20
PRESENTING SPONSOR
EXPERIENCE THE GLORY OF EVEREST WITHOUT LEAVING THE TWIN CITIES
REACH YOUR PERSONAL PEAK
ForEverest is a chance for you to get a taste of what it's like to climb Mt. Everest - the world's highest mountain - with our special course at Hyland Hills Ski Area. Everest-like features along the way will make your journey to the summit more fun and memorable.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
Not sure how high you can climb? No problem. ForEverest is for ALL levels of fitness and experience:
How It Works: All climbers start at ForEverest Basecamp and climb the circuit (4 hills = 525 vertical feet). At the completion of the circuit, you may go to the summit to complete your journey, or you might decide to start another circuit to earn more vertical feet. Your choice. You’ll be recognized for each circuit you complete, and get to track your total vertical feet so you can see how much of Everest you actually climbed!
- First-timers with no climbing experience
- Families with kids (ages 5-7 may climb with a registered teen or adult, kids 8+ may climb solo or with friends)
- Experienced climbers, hikers or ultra runners
How It Works: All climbers start at ForEverest Basecamp and climb the circuit (4 hills = 525 vertical feet). At the completion of the circuit, you may go to the summit to complete your journey, or you might decide to start another circuit to earn more vertical feet. Your choice. You’ll be recognized for each circuit you complete, and get to track your total vertical feet so you can see how much of Everest you actually climbed!
SELF-SUPPORTED NIGHT CLIMBING OPTION FOR ULTRA RUNNERS & THROUGH HIKERS
Are you training for an ultra or 24+ hour event and desire to keep climbing after nightfall? While our official volunteer support pauses at 10 PM Sunday until 6 AM Monday, you may continue to climb during these hours. Self-supported nighttime climbers must be at least 18 years of age and bring your own light and nutrition. We will have solar lanterns marking the course, with the water station and an outdoor bathroom available for your use. Along the way, you may stamp your own passport for circuits completed to score your vertical feet climbed. Volunteer support returns at 6 AM on Monday.
Participating in ForEverest will get you:
· A date on the calendar to motivate a boost in spring fitness training
· Climbing passport you stamp to score vertical feet achieved
· A beautiful hand-crafted artisan award you build after reaching the summit
· Your award grows for bragging rights based on # of circuits climbed and milestones achieved on way to summit (special 12,000' milestone)
· Amazing photo opps from the highest vistas in the Twin Cities!
· A super engaging environment to inspire a personal best experience
· Climbing passport you stamp to score vertical feet achieved
· A beautiful hand-crafted artisan award you build after reaching the summit
· Your award grows for bragging rights based on # of circuits climbed and milestones achieved on way to summit (special 12,000' milestone)
· Amazing photo opps from the highest vistas in the Twin Cities!
· A super engaging environment to inspire a personal best experience
COMING THIS SPRING
Fri. Aug. 19 (5-7 PM)
RACE SOLD OUT! Register for the Resilinator, Oct. 28 below
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE SWIMMING POND, MAPLE GROVE
THIS IS NO ORDINARY RACE
LED BY THE KID TRIATHLON EXPERTS
Our race is led by 7-time world champion triathlete, Tony Schiller, who is directing his 21st kids’ triathlon since 2004. With 14,000 kid racers to date, Tony and his team have brought more kids into triathlon than any other race organizers in America.
Our race is led by 7-time world champion triathlete, Tony Schiller, who is directing his 21st kids’ triathlon since 2004. With 14,000 kid racers to date, Tony and his team have brought more kids into triathlon than any other race organizers in America.
• Safest course
• Shallow swim
• Best Vollunteers
• Great medals and race shirts
• Swim in man made lake with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
• 6 DiamondBack bikes to be won by our kid racers
• Training challenge included
• Shallow swim
• Best Vollunteers
• Great medals and race shirts
• Swim in man made lake with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
• 6 DiamondBack bikes to be won by our kid racers
• Training challenge included
COURSE DISTANCES
SUPER
SPRINT
(perfect for first-timers)
100 yard swim
3 mile bike on paved path
Half mile run
Obstacles
100 yard swim
3 mile bike on paved path
Half mile run
Obstacles
MEGA
CHALLENGE
(for kids ready for more)
200 yard swim
6 mile bike on paved and grass trails
1 mile run
Obstacles
200 yard swim
6 mile bike on paved and grass trails
1 mile run
Obstacles
FAMILY SPLASH & DASH OPEN TO PARENTS AND KIDS 4 & UP
SPLASH & DASH
Race Friday night on the same course as our famous triathlon, minus the bike portion. It's designed as the perfect introduction to triathlon and opens our race weekend to younger racers as well as adults racing with kids.
HOW IT WORKS
100 yard swim in shallow water (kids can touch down), then run to the transition zone to put on shirt and shoes, then do the 1 mile triathlon run course including obstacles. Upon crossing the finish line, all racers earn a beautiful medal.
Race Friday night on the same course as our famous triathlon, minus the bike portion. It's designed as the perfect introduction to triathlon and opens our race weekend to younger racers as well as adults racing with kids.
HOW IT WORKS
100 yard swim in shallow water (kids can touch down), then run to the transition zone to put on shirt and shoes, then do the 1 mile triathlon run course including obstacles. Upon crossing the finish line, all racers earn a beautiful medal.
Who should race the Splash & Dash?
• Kids ages 4-6 accompanied by a registered teen or adult racing partner
• Kids ages 7-17 may choose to race solo or with a sibling, friend or adult racing partner
• Registered adults may race with a child age 4-17
ENTRY FEE: 1 RACER - $28
2 Racers - $25.20 each
3+ Racers - $22.40 each
(discounts auto-applied when you click the checkout button)
Includes:
• Custom name bib
• Race shirt
• Finisher’s medals
• Kids ages 4-6 accompanied by a registered teen or adult racing partner
• Kids ages 7-17 may choose to race solo or with a sibling, friend or adult racing partner
• Registered adults may race with a child age 4-17
ENTRY FEE: 1 RACER - $28
2 Racers - $25.20 each
3+ Racers - $22.40 each
(discounts auto-applied when you click the checkout button)
Includes:
• Custom name bib
• Race shirt
• Finisher’s medals
Sat. Aug. 20 (9 AM Start)
RACE SOLD OUT! Register for the Resilinator, Oct. 28 below
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE SWIMMING POND, MAPLE GROVE
THIS IS NO ORDINARY RACE
LED BY THE KID TRIATHLON EXPERTS
Our race is led by 7-time world champion triathlete, Tony Schiller, who is directing his 21st kids’ triathlon since 2004. With 14,000 kid racers to date, Tony and his team have brought more kids into triathlon than any other race organizers in America.
Our race is led by 7-time world champion triathlete, Tony Schiller, who is directing his 21st kids’ triathlon since 2004. With 14,000 kid racers to date, Tony and his team have brought more kids into triathlon than any other race organizers in America.
• Safest course
• Shallow swim
• Best Vollunteers
• Great medals and race shirts
• Swim in man made lake with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
• 6 DiamondBack bikes to be won by our kid racers
• Training challenge included
• Shallow swim
• Best Vollunteers
• Great medals and race shirts
• Swim in man made lake with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
• 6 DiamondBack bikes to be won by our kid racers
• Training challenge included
COURSE DISTANCES
SUPER
SPRINT
(perfect for first-timers)
100 yard swim
3 mile bike on paved path
Half mile run
Obstacles
100 yard swim
3 mile bike on paved path
Half mile run
Obstacles
MEGA
CHALLENGE
(for kids ready for more)
200 yard swim
6 mile bike on paved and grass trails
1 mile run
Obstacles
200 yard swim
6 mile bike on paved and grass trails
1 mile run
Obstacles
It’s the best thing we do!
Race in Minnesota’s biggest triathlon for kids. Designed for all abilities with great options for either the first time triathlon racer or experienced racers ready for more.
• Shallow swim
• Swim in man made pond with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
ENTRY FEE: 1 Racer - $39
2 Racers - $35.10 each
3+ Racers - $31.20 each
(discounts auto-applied when you click the checkout button)
Includes:
• Custom name bib
• Race shirt
• Finisher’s medals
• Summer training challenge
• Swim in man made pond with no fish, no weeds
• Obstacles along the course add excitement/fun
• Entire bike course on closed trails within the park
ENTRY FEE: 1 Racer - $39
2 Racers - $35.10 each
3+ Racers - $31.20 each
(discounts auto-applied when you click the checkout button)
Includes:
• Custom name bib
• Race shirt
• Finisher’s medals
• Summer training challenge
TRIATHLON COURSE DISTANCES
Swim - 100 Yards (max water depth 4')
Bike - 5 Miles (on paved path in park)
Run - 1 Mile (on paved and grass trails)
Bike - 5 Miles (on paved path in park)
Run - 1 Mile (on paved and grass trails)
TRY THE TRI!
MAKE YOUR RACE COUNT FOR KIDS IN NEED
The BreakAway Kids Tri is the one time each year we ask kids to play it forward by fundraising to help with two needs:
Fund a week-long adventure camp for kids with cancer or blood disorders and their siblings
Fund our scholarship & support program so we never have to say no to kids who want to participate in our programs & events.
All kids/siblings who raise $300 will be recognized at the race on our stage, receive a custom award, and be eligible for prize drawings.
Fund a week-long adventure camp for kids with cancer or blood disorders and their siblings
Fund our scholarship & support program so we never have to say no to kids who want to participate in our programs & events.
All kids/siblings who raise $300 will be recognized at the race on our stage, receive a custom award, and be eligible for prize drawings.
BREAKAWAY KIDS TRI 2019
BAKT BIKE COURSE PREVIEW
INVITATION TO TRY THE TRI
SPRING: SUN. MAY. 21
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
BRYANT LAKE REGIONAL PARK, Eden Prairie
In Partnership with Three Rivers Park District
What is a Resilinator?
It’s a kid who knows how to roll with the punches in life. A kid who keeps functioning when adversity strikes. A kid who faces setbacks and refuses to quit.
What’s the Resilinator?
Set on Minnesota's finest disc golf course, the Resilinator is a buddy race designed to test your physical strength, mental toughness, and teamwork. Three Rivers Park District is again our host partner for this first-of-its-kind adventure race with obstacles and challenges you'll conquer buddy pairs racing together.
Each pair must include at least one kid between the age of 7 and 17, plus a kid or adult buddy between the age 7 to 107. Adult buddies must have a moderate fitness level, as this race is designed to be challenging.
Buddy Combination Ideas:
– Two Friends
– Two Siblings
– Kid/Parent
– Kid/Mentor
– Kid/Grandparent
– Kid/Coach
Once you've chosen your racing buddy, make sure he or she registers for the event and chooses the same time slot you selected so you can start together.
Each pair must include at least one kid between the age of 7 and 17, plus a kid or adult buddy between the age 7 to 107. Adult buddies must have a moderate fitness level, as this race is designed to be challenging.
Buddy Combination Ideas:
– Two Friends
– Two Siblings
– Kid/Parent
– Kid/Mentor
– Kid/Grandparent
– Kid/Coach
Once you've chosen your racing buddy, make sure he or she registers for the event and chooses the same time slot you selected so you can start together.
WATCH EVENT PREVIEW
BOB POWERS ON RESILIENCE
Resilinator challenge
Our Resilinator challenge is broken into 18 parts that build on one another. Do at least one a day, and take as much time as you need to complete the challenge thoughtfully.
Use your Resilinator scorecard to record your answers (included on last page). Make it your goal to complete all 18 challenges and turn in your scorecard at the Resilinator for prizes.
Click below to download the Resilinator Challenge!
Use your Resilinator scorecard to record your answers (included on last page). Make it your goal to complete all 18 challenges and turn in your scorecard at the Resilinator for prizes.
Click below to download the Resilinator Challenge!
RESILINATOR CHALLENGE FORM
CHOOSE YOUR START TIME TO CREATE SAFE SPACING BETWEEN BUDDY PAIRS
Sun. Oct. 23
OUR EPIC BUDDY RACE FOR KID+KID OR KID+ADULT PAIRS … DISCOVER YOUR TOUGHNESS AND GRIT
What is a Resilinator?
It’s a kid who knows how to roll with the punches in life. A kid who keeps functioning when adversity strikes. A kid who faces setbacks and refuses to quit.
What’s the Resilinator?
It's a great chance for you and your kids to celebrate the resilience you've built over the past year on our epic 2.5 mile adventure course filled with obstacles and unique challenges. It's a 2.5 mile adventure race on nature trails around Hyland Lake. The course is designed to test your physical strength, toughness, and teamwork as buddy pairs.
What is the age breakdown for buddy pairs?
Kids ages 5-7 may race but need to be paired with an adult buddy. Kids ages 8-18 may buddy-up with kids in the same age group or with an adult buddy. Adult buddies should have moderate fitness level, as the Resilinator is designed to be challenging. ALL racers must be registered and should select the same start session as their buddy.
At the Resilinator, buddies are connected by a tether that you will be given at the start line. Your objective is to complete the entire Resilinator course without either buddy ever letting go of your tether and breaking your connection.
At the Resilinator, buddies are connected by a tether that you will be given at the start line. Your objective is to complete the entire Resilinator course without either buddy ever letting go of your tether and breaking your connection.
Buddy Combination Ideas:
- Two Friends
- Two Siblings
- Kid/Parent
- Kid/Mentor
- Kid/Grandparent
- Kid/Coach
Resilinator Event Details:
- 2.5 Mile Course on Nature Trail
- 18 Kid-Friendly Obstacles
- 1 Buddy Pairs Starts at a Time
- Expected Time to Complete:
- 30-40 Minutes (Runners/Joggers)
- 40-60 Minutes (Walkers)
Once you've chosen your racing buddy, make sure he or she registers for the event and chooses the same time slot you selected so you can start together.
Resilinator training challenge videos
WEEK 1 CHALLENGE
WEEK 2 CHALLENGE
WEEK 3 CHALLENGE
WEEK 4 CHALLENGE
BOB POWERS ON RESILIENCE
WATCH EVENT PREVIEW
Resilinator challenge
Our Resilinator challenge is broken into 18 parts that build on one another. Do at least one a day, and take as much time as you need to complete the challenge thoughtfully.
Use your Resilinator scorecard to record your answers (included on last page). Make it your goal to complete all 18 challenges and turn in your scorecard at the Resilinator for prizes.
Click below to download the Resilinator Challenge!
Use your Resilinator scorecard to record your answers (included on last page). Make it your goal to complete all 18 challenges and turn in your scorecard at the Resilinator for prizes.
Click below to download the Resilinator Challenge!
