Calleva Adventure Race 2014—Not your ordinary adventure race!

The sixth edition was an incredible hit and sold out well before the deadline! Don't miss out on the most exciting race in the Washington, DC metro area.

For 2014 we will continue to have two categories: EXPERT for advanced racers and SPORT for strong athletes with limited experience in adventure racing. Racers in both categories will have up to 10 hours to complete the course, but the Expert category will include more technical disciplines that require special skills.

Brand new for this year, we’re excited to announce that the Calleva 2014 Adventure Race will be a USARA Regional Qualifier for the 2014 USARA National Championship being held this year at Deep Creek Lake! 3/4-person coed-teams in our Expert Category can qualify and compete for the top prize, a $400 sponsorship toward the National Championships.

Register now to save your place.

Online Registration is now closed. We may have a few spots available. Contact callevaracer@gmail.com for more information.

Date

  • Sunday, August 10, 2014

Location

  • Check-in and finish at Riley’s Lock, Poolesville, MD

Duration

  • 10 Hours for both Sport and Expert categories

Disciplines

Expert Category

  • Trekking (10-15 miles)
  • Paddling/SUP (4-8 miles)
  • Biking (20-30 miles)
  • Navigation: Pro level

Sport Category

  • Trekking (6-9 miles)
  • Flat water paddling (5-7 miles)
  • Biking (9-12 miles)
  • SUP (optional)
  • Navigation: Beginner level

Divisions

  • Solo
  • Two-Person
  • Three-Person
  • Four-Person

Registration

  • Before May 31st - $85 per racer
  • June 1st - July 31st $110 per racer
  • Last weekend and race day registration $135 per racer (subject to availability)
  • USARA membership required for all racers. Single-event memberships available on race day for $8.

What You Get

  • All paddling gear/equipment provided by Calleva
  • Race Maps
  • Cool Race T-shirt
  • Post Race Food
  • Hours of fun!



SCHEDULE:

Updated 7/30/2014

August 10th, 2014. Poolesville, MD.
  • 6:00 AM to 7:15 AM - Registration and Check-In opens at Riley's Lock. All team members must be present for check-in. Bibs, maps, number for bikes,and give-a-way stuff will be distributed to teams at the end of check-in.
  • 7:30 AM - Load buses for departure to race start
  • 8:30 AM - Race briefing
  • 9:00 AM - Race start
  • 7:00 PM - Official race finish
  • 7:00-8:00 Awards ceremony and after race food
DIRECTIONS:

13015 Riley's Lock Rd. Poolesville MD 20837
Click here to get driving directions from your address!

2014 Registration schedule

  • Early registration before May 31th - $85 per racer
  • Late registration June 1st - July 31st $110 per racer
  • Last weekend and the race day registration $135 per racer (subject to availability)
  • No refunds after June 1st. Online registration will close August 1st.

    New for 2014: Because the Calleva 2014 Adventure Race is a USARA sanctioned race, ALL competitors must have a valid USARA membership with you when you register at the race. Single-event USARA memberships will be available at race check-in for an additional $8.00 for competitors without a current USARA membership.

    Online Registration is now closed. We may have a few spots available. Contact callevaracer@gmail.com for more information.



    Every racer must sign the race waiver [.pdf file] and bring it to check-in on the race day.

    Gear lists for 2014 .

    About Prizes

    Check out our 2014 prizes from our great sponors listed below!


    For sponsorship oportunities, please, contact David Ritter

    We always need volunteers! For volunteer oportunities, please, contact our volunteer coordinator. Middle and high school students can get up to 8 hours of community service for helping us with the race. Every student must be accompanied by an adult, number of spots is limited.

    Testimonials

    • Thank you very much for putting on a great race. We had a blast and look forward to the next one.
    • Great race!!! Can not wait to do it again next year.
    • Thank you for the amazing race you put on this past Sunday. Incredible inaugural race!
    • We had a great time. Many many great things to say, amazing group of volunteers (and a lot of them) loved the "real orienteering".

    Thanks to our awesome 2014 Race Sponsors!

    (we know you guys don't race for the gear, but it definitely helps!)

    Jan 17, 2013

    Calleva Race 2013. Official Announcement.


    As new years resolutions are begging to take shape, what better way to keep your motivation going than to start filling your race calendar for 2013!

    So, mark your calendar: Calleva Race 2013 will start at 9am on August 4th.

    An amazing opportunity to race near the nation's capital, with race check-in and finish - just 20 miles from the White House!
    This year will feature a completely new course: more remote and rugged than ever before. Although it may be hard to top the aqueduct checkpoint from 2012, be ready for a new race location and many surprises!
    As in years past, we will have both Expert and Sport categories for varying levels of experience. Both categories will be 10 hours of challenging adventure with twists and turns, sweet singletrack and challenging adventure for everyone from the new racers to even the most experienced teams! While Calleva Race may be a great training race or preparation for a 24 hour or longer expedition race for some participant and an introduction for others, here are some things to keep in mind for what makes Calleva race great for all racers:

    For 5 years at Calleva Race we have NEVER:
    • Used the same TA or CP location twice
    • Biked on the same single track
    • Had an o-course in the same park
    • Misplaced or had a missed CP
    For 5 years at Calleva Race we ALWAYS:
    • Build unique courses
    • Create the best custom made maps
    • Provide full support and transportation
    • Provide canoes and all paddling gear

    It's going to be a great race! (and only one hint: single track and lots of it. Get ready!)

    Check out last year's race pictures and video to get a better understanding of what to expect.

    Early registration will open in March. Thanks to our generous sponsors.

    Looking forward to seeing you all in August at the starting line!