Dear Folsom Lake Sprint Adventure Race Participant,

Thank you for registering for the Folsom Lake Sprint Adventure Race. Please read this carefully and share it with your team.

ADDITIONAL GEAR:

Plan to bring some type for water proof/resistant long sleeve top to wear during the kayak stage. We also recommend you bring a warmer fleece type long sleeve layer.

WEATHER:

It looks like the day could be partly cloudy so plan to bring appropriate warm (layers) so that your racing experience is comfortable.

WHERE:

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

Granite Bay Area

Note: Parking fee is $10

DIRECTIONS:

From 50:

· Exit on Douglass Blvd and head east

· This leads you into the Granite Bay Area of Folsom Lake Recreation Area

· Once inside the park continue until you see the Granite Bay parking area on your right. Then look for the Big Blue Adventure Sign or Banner.

From 50:

· Exit on Folsom Blvd and head north

· Turn right onto Douglass Blvd. approximately 10 miles

· This leads you into the Granite Bay Area of Folsom Lake Recreation Area

· Once inside the park continue until you see the Granite Bay parking area on your right. Then look for the Big Blue Adventure Sign or Banner.

USARA LICENSE:

USARA licenses are required for participation in the Folsom Lake Adventure Race. You will need to present your USARA license or purchase a USARA license at team check in on Saturday 4/3/2010. Cost is $8 for 1 day membership, $35 for 1 year membership – CASH OR CHECK ONLY.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Please note that Hani Juha of the California Adventure Racing Association will be presenting a clinic and hosting a Q&A session at 8:00 AM Saturday morning.

Saturday April 3	Item/Function	Location
7:30 AM	Team Check-in and Gear Staging	Granite Bay/Folsom Lake
8:00 AM	Clinic, Q&A	Granite Bay/Folsom Lake
9:30 AM	Race Briefing	Granite Bay/Folsom Lake
9:45 AM	Maps and Race Instructions Distributed	Granite Bay/Folsom Lake
10:00 AM	Race Start	Granite Bay/Folsom Lake

FOLSOM LAKE SPRINT REQUIRED GEAR: This has been updated, read carefully!

Mandatory Gear:

· Water proof/resistant long sleeve top for kayak stage

· Fleece type long sleeve top for kayak stage

· Mountain Bike

· Helmet that meets the ANSI or Snell safety standards 

· Food and water you'll need and a way to carry them for a 2-4 hour race

· Back pack or some way to carry running shoes while on your bike

· Pen (to write on your passport)

Recommended Gear:

•Sunscreen

•Towel

•Hat, with visor

•Protective eyewear

Helpful Hints:

• Bring a change of clothes for after the race

Note:

· Kayak, paddles and life jackets are provided by the race

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!