Brian R. Bill Memorial Challenge 2015
Events
| Brian R. Bill Memorial Challenge : |
| Obstacle/Mud Runs : Adventure Run With Obstacles |
- Race Date: Saturday, February 21, 2015
- Entry Fee:$45-50
- Location:Norwich University
- Address: 158 Harmon Drive
- City/State/Zip:Northfield, Vermont 05663
- Country: USA
- Race Website https://www.facebook.com/Brian...
- Telephone: 802-485-2192
- Email: [email protected]
The Brian R. Bill Memorial Challenge is a winter military-style obstacle course race that takes place on the historic Norwich University Campus in Northfield, Vermont and adjoining Paine Mountain, a scenic, point-to-point course during the peak of winter. It starts in Plumley Armory gymnasium, and proceeds east to the beautiful slopes of Paine. There is tremendous elevation on the hill, and many curves as it winds its way up to the old ski block at the peak. From there you race down and through the campus itself, all the while negotiating many military style obstacles. You finish the last quarter mile running past Norwich’s ROTC memorials to an awaiting bell where you “ring out,” signifying completion of the event. The event includes pre-race sponsorship tables, goods for sale, and post-race awards ceremony.
The proceeds from the Brian R. Bill Memorial Challenge benefit the Brian R. Bill Memorial Scholarship named in his honor, a U. S. Navy SEAL and Norwich alum. The 2015 event is open, and this year there is a 500-participant limit, so register early to ensure a spot.
Course Information:
General and Technical Information:
Race Headquarters. Plumley Armory, Norwich University
Start Times. 0900 and every 15-minutes thereafter
Race Conditions. 32-11 degrees Fahrenheit
What to wear. Snowshoes or shoes with metal grips. Under no circumstances will footwear sporting metal cleats be allowed on the Norwich track and football field.
Water Stations. Water stations are provided at the top of Paine Mountain and in Plumley Armory.
Concessions. Assorted breakfast and lunch items are for sale (cash only).
Hospital and First Aid. Central Vermont Medical Center, Berlin, Vermont, 802-371-4100
Spectators. Spectators may observe and record the race from vantage points along the course. All photographic and written material for publishing must be vetted through the race coordinator.
Parking. Parking is available in Plumley Armory parking lot and along Central Street. Volunteers will direct vehicles to available spots.
Directions:
Directions to Norwich University.
From Burlington: I-89 South to exit 5. Take right onto VR 6 and head west down the long descent. Merge right at the bottom onto VT RT 12N. Continue for 1.5 miles until you meet Central Street. Plumley is the large, brick building on the corner.
From New Hampshire: I-89 North to exit 5. Take left onto VR 6 and head down the long descent. Merge right at the bottom onto VT RT 12N. Continue for 1.5 miles until you meet Central Street. Plumley is the large, brick building on the corner.
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