Is Park Quest like a regular race? How does it work?
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Park Quest is a unique urban adventure made just for kids! The entire course will be contained within the park system, including the open areas and the trails. While some teams will choose to run, teams may walk, crawl or stroll to each checkpoint throughout the park. Once given a clue sheet, teams will solve a number of clues to determine the location of checkpoints. Teams must go to these checkpoints and complete the challenges. Challenges can either be physical or mental and may either be explained on the clue sheet or in person once a team arrives at the checkpoint. The first team to complete the required number of challenges and return to the Finish Line will win.
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What types of challenges are involved in Park Quest?
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Some checkpoints may only require teams to take a digital photo. At other checkpoints, teams may be required to complete a challenge. Challenges may include additional physical activities, puzzles/games, eating (items that are safe but potentially not appetizing), collecting items, or additional tasks. Teams may be given items at checkpoints that must be returned to the Finish Line.
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How much does it cost?
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Through DATES TBD:
- 2 Person Team: $50 ($25/person)
- 3 Person Team: $70 ($23/person)
- 4 Person Team: $85 ($21/person)
- 5 Person Team: $100 ($20/person)
- 6 Person Team: $115 ($19/person)
DATES TBD:
- 2 Person Team: $60 ($30/person)
- 3 Person Team: $85 ($28/person)
- 4 Person Team: $100 ($25/person)
- 5 Person Team: $120 ($24/person)
- 6 Person Team: $135 ($22/person)
Race Day Registration:
- $40/person (IF NOT SOLD OUT)
NO ONLINE REGISTRATION AFTER DATES TBD
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Are teammates required?
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| Yes. Each team must consist of 2-6 people. There must be at least one kid age 12 or younger and at least one adult at least 21 years of age. Beyond those requirements the team can be any combination: five kids and one adult, one kid and five adults, or any combination between. |
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How far will teams travel?
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| Teams will determine their own routes. Therefore, no two teams will travel the same distance. All checkpoints will be within the park system along the Platte Riverand Cherry Creek trails. All challenges will take place within the following areas: |
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Do we have to have a smart phone?
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| No. Although some clues may be easier to solve with the use of a smart phone, you will be able to complete the course without one. |
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Can teams work together?
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| Yes. Both making arrangements beforehand and spontaneously deciding to team up on the course are permitted. |
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Can my company sponsor the event?
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Yes! Click for details:
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Can I volunteer to help with the race?
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Definitely! Click below for details:
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Where do we meet?
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| Both the Start and Finish lines are atCuernavacaParkinDenver. There are a number of nearby parking lots and street parking. |
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What time should we get there?
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| The SUPER Park Quest Wave will begin at 9:30 am, the JUNIOR Park Quest Wave will begin at 11:30 am and the ULTIMATE Park Quest Wave will begin at 12:00 pm. Teams should plan to arrive approximately one hour prior to their designated start time to allow enough time to sign in and to get their team ready to begin. There will be plenty of activities at the Start/Finish Line as well. |
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What happens at the start of the race? How are clues distributed?
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| Teams will gather at the Start line. Sealed envelopes will be distributed containing the clue sheet. Once all envelopes are distributed, teams will be signaled to open their envelope and the race begins. |
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Can teams split up?
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| No. Your team must remain together. Teammates cannot be separated by more than 50 feet. |
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Do we have to wear costumes in PARK QUEST? What should we wear?
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| Costumes are strongly encouraged (and awesome), but completely optional. There will be a costume contest for all PARK QUEST teams. Get your theme together and show us what you’ve got!
RACE BIBS MUST BE CLEARLY DISPLAYED BY ALL TEAMMATES AT ALL TIMES.
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What happens if it rains?
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| PARK QUEST will take place, rain or shine. |
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Is my entry fee refundable or transferable?
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| No. All entry fees are non-refundable. Entry fees are also generally non-transferable. Exceptions may exist. Contact us if you have questions. |
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What if we can’t or don’t want to participate in a challenge?
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| You will only be required to complete a certain number of challenges from the clue sheet. If you can’t find / don’t like / don’t want to participate in a certain challenge, there should be plenty of other checkpoints for you to choose from in order to complete the race! |
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Will our times be posted?
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| Yes. All times (including teams that did not finish) will be posted on the PARK QUEST website during the week following the race. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded once the race has concluded. |
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Where can I ask questions that are not answered on this website?
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For additional questions, please contact us:
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What happens after I register?
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| Make sure you sign up using an email address you will monitor. We will send out updates, hints, clues, etc. as the race approaches. You will pick up your packet containing your t-shirt and bib number on the morning of the event. The clues will be distributed on the day of the event. You will be asked to read and sign the waiver upon picking up your packet. (If you prefer, you can download the waiver from the PARK QUEST website.) |
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How can I invite other people to join my team?
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| Just have them sign up with the same team name. Each team will be accessible from the registration page. Just make sure you know your team’s name. All teammates must sign up individually. At least two people must be on each team, and the team will be full after six people have signed up. |
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When does online registration close?
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| Online registration will close at midnight on Thursday, DATES TBD. After that, you can only sign up in person on race day starting at 8:00AM IF the race has not sold out. Be aware of the significant price increase for signing up on race day. |
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What if I get one of the clues wrong?
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| For every incorrect or incomplete clue, 15 minutes will be added to the team’s finish time. Once a team crosses the finish line, they may not return to a clue location to complete an incomplete or incorrect clue. It is the team’s responsibility to ensure that it has the necessary proof of completion of the clues as specified on the clue sheet. The event staff will have the final say in the determination of whether a clue was completed correctly. |
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What happens if my team arrives at a checkpoint and there is already a team there?
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| Multiple teams will likely be at some of the checkpoints at the same time. The teams will complete the challenge in the order in which they arrived. If the checkpoint is crowded, a team may choose to use their skip or leave and return. Remember that the order you complete the checkpoints is up to you and that each team may skip one checkpoint. |
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What else should I know prior to the event?
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| Teams may not engage in unsportsmanlike or illegal conduct. Verbal or physical aggression towards the public, local officials, other participants or staff, or acts of vandalism, theft or harassment will result in disqualification from the race at the discretion of the staff. Please use common sense, and remember that this is for fun!
PARK QUEST reserves the right to disqualify any participant or team for any reason at any time at the staff’s discretion.
No registration refunds will be given for any reason.
During the race every team MUST:
Obey all local laws, regulations, and traffic laws. Participants are solely responsible for their actions and the consequences of those actions during the PARK QUEST event. Wear the official bib number at all times so that it is clearly visible. Comply with the directions of staff, local authorities, and property and/or venue owners and managers.
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