Bingo Challenge Races

🏁 Bingo Challenge Races

Ready to take on the BINGO Run challenge?

📍 Event Overview

• Format: This race is a backyard-style event with a fun twist and a definite finish.
• Goal: Earn bingo and have the fastest lap time to wrap up your race.
• Distance: Each 2.6+ mile lap you complete in 28 minutes or less allows you to draw a bingo ball.
• Status: Failure to complete your bingo by the 4th or 8th lap results in DNB (Did Not Bingo) status, but you still receive a time, distance, and competitor Woodle.

🎟️ Choice of Bingo Cards

You can choose between two bingo card options, depending on how much you want to run:

• 3x3 Card: 7.8-13 miles depending on when you draw BINGO (Max Loops 5)
• 4x4 Card: 10.4-20.8 miles depending on when and if you draw BINGO (Max Loops 8)
• Sign Up: You choose which card you want to sign up for.

🗺️ Course and Location

The race starts at the Sunfish Lake Parking Lot in Lake Elmo in the parking lot of the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center. The 2.6-mile trail loops around Sunfish Lake and will be marked with ACR arrows, but be aware of many offshoots and the fact that trails are open to the public. We do our best with signage. This is more single track style hiking trails.

📝 Registration Information

Register on the Runsignup page. Prices will increase on the following dates: 3/9/2025, 7/26/2025, and on race day 8/6/2024. Register early to get the best price.

🚗 Location and Parking

The race starts at the Sunfish Lake Trailhead which shares a parking lot with Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center.

📦 Packet Pickup

Pre-race day packet pickup details are TBD: expect it to be one night the week before the race. Day-of packet pickup starts at 7 AM and includes your bib number, timing chip, and any event swag.

⏰ Race Schedule

• 7:00 AM - Race Check-In & Day-of Registration opens
• 8:00 AM - Bingo Race Start
• 8:28 AM - 2nd Lap
• 9:24 AM - 3rd Lap
• 9:52 AM - 4th Lap (Final Lap for the 3x3 cards)
• 10:21 AM - 5th Lap (4x4 only)
• 10:30 AM - Awards for Bingo 3x3
• 10:49 AM - 6th Lap (4x4 only)
• 11:17 AM - 7th Lap (4x4 only)
• 11:45 AM - 8th Lap (4x4 only)
• 12:00 PM - Awards (time subject to change)

💧 Aid Stations

There will be water and light snacks at the Start/Finish line. Please bring your own water bottle to minimize waste, but a water refill station will be available at the start.

🕒 Timing and Results

The Bingo Run is a gun-timed race using chips. Each runner must wear a race bib visible at all times, especially when crossing the finish line. Timing is based on a group start. Faster runners should start closer to the start line, while walkers should start near the back of the corral to prevent bottlenecking. Be considerate of other racers by stating when you are passing and moving to the right if your pace slows. Results will be posted on our Runsignup page, and QR codes will be available for immediate result checks at the finish line.

🏆 Awards and Prizes

Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers based on gun time.

⚠️ Race Rules and Guidelines

• Open Trails: The trail is open to the public: please be courteous to pedestrians.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed: the trail can get crowded.
• Visible Bib: Your bib must be visible at all times.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration

The post-race celebration begins as soon as runners cross the finish line, featuring music and light snacks.

👥 Spectator Information

The best spot for spectators is at the starting line. There are a few spots along the trail where you can catch your runner and then cut across to see them again.

🛡️ Safety Precautions

• Public Trails: The trails are open to the public: be cautious and courteous.
• Stroller Unfriendly: This is not a stroller-friendly course due to loose soil, mud, dirt, and hills.
• No Bikes: No bikes are allowed in the race.
• No Pets: Please leave your pets at home.

🙌 Volunteers Needed

Volunteers receive one free entry to a race of their choice within a year. We always need volunteers: we cannot run the races without you! Email us at hello@athenaclydesdaleracing.com to volunteer.

☔ Weather / Cancellation

We know that August can be very hot and Athena Clydesdale Racing and its race directors reserve the right to cancel or delay the event in case of inclement weather. There are no refunds.