Saturday, May 6th, 9 AM
The Billy Goat Scramble is a 30 kilometer trail race that takes runners through some of the most picturesque and challenging terrain the Green River Game Lands has to offer. Pace Cliffs, Laurel Mountain, and more will be included in this extremely challenging run. The course winds through forests, up steep inclines, and across rocky streams, offering runners stunning views of the surrounding landscapes.
Racers maybe be required to reach 1-3 out and back checkpoints in a predetermined order during this run. At each check point, runners will be required to stop and have their race bibs stamped, ensuring that they stay on course and complete the entire route. With a mix of technical and endurance-based sections, this race is not for the faint of heart, and is guaranteed to provide a thrilling and memorable experience for all participants.
Each year will be a little different as new areas of the Green River Game Lands are improved. Don’t expect any kind of speed records for this one. Racers will be faced with lots of scrambling on the tiniest of Goat Trails to reach the hidden gems of the Green River Gorge. Think ~4000 feet of climbing in 30K!
COST
$65 (before 04/01/2023)
$75 (before 05/04/2023 at 9 pm EST)
$90 (after 05/05/2023 at 9 pm EST)
* Price includes camping at the Green River Ranch Friday & Saturday night, swag, and a finishers award.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Billy Goat Scramble trails are marked with PINK TAPE
We will have a racer’s meeting at 8:45 am at The Green River Ranch where the finalized course and rules will be announced. Racers will make their way through roughly 30K of technical running. The race will mostly be on technical single track and small trails with some sections on gravel roads. The trails can be steep, rocky, and rooty in places. More details below.
DIVISIONS
There will be a women’s and men’s class for this event.
AWARDS
Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female
NOTES
All athletes must check-in and pick up their bibs at registration (click here for registration hours and locations) prior to the race. Each athlete must bring a photo ID and sign a waiver at registration. Family or friends cannot check an athlete in. Registration/Check-In closes 30 minutes prior to the event.
CHECK-IN/LATE REGISTRATION
Athletes are STRONGLY encouraged to register online. Space is limited for this event. Online registration closes at 9 pm on Thursday, May 5th, 2023. On-site registration is possible for a $10 late registration fee during open hours of Green River Games Registration. All registration and check-in close 30 minutes prior to the event. All athletes must check-in and pick up their bibs at registration prior to the event. See Registration hours and locations below.
Check-In/Late Registration Hours:
Saturday: 9:30 am-2:30 pm at Green River Ranch
AMENITIES
-There will be restrooms at the event site
-There will be 1 aid stations during the course that you will pass twice
PARKING
Parking for this event is at Green River Ranch
RULES
-All racers will start and finish in the same location at Green River Ranch (Green River Cove trailhead).
-Racers are required to carry a pack or bottle during the race
-Racers are required a mobile phone during the race for emergencies
-Racers will be sent out in one-minute intervals. Start positions will not be pre-determined and it is up to the racer to get in the desired location.
-Numbers must be visible on the outside and front of racers’ clothing
-Any runner dropping out of the race must notify a volunteer. The athlete will be responsible for paying a large bill if Search and Rescue are sent out on their behalf and they are not on the racecourse.
-Absolutely no littering
-Only attempt to pass another runner when it is safe for both of you. When passing makes every attempt to pass on their left unless it is unsafe. Announce you are passing by saying, passing on your left.
-Each racer must complete the course under his/her own power.
-No tripping, shoving, or horseplay will be tolerated during the race and can be the reason for disqualification.
-Racers must follow all federal, state, and local laws at regulations at all time during the Green River Games
-Racers must sign a waiver before being cleared to race