BINGO! TRAIL PARTY

LEVEL 1 and LEVEL 2 (6-20 MILES): Runners in Level 1 will receive a bib number consisting of 3 numbers (0-9). Runners in Level 2 will receive a bib number consisting of 4 numbers (0-9).

Each runner will also be assigned their own bag with bingo chips inside. Level 1 will have 5 chips in their bag, Level 2 will have 10 chips in their bag. There will be no repeat numbers in your bag or on your bib.

Each runner will head out to run one of the loops of their choosing (Each ranging from 2 to 2.3 miles in distance). Upon their return to the control point/aid station, each runner will pull a chip from their bag. If the number on the chip they pull is a number present on their bib, they will mark the number on their bib. If a runner pulls a chip from their bag whose number is not present on their bib; the chip will be removed from their bag and they will continue on without marking their bib. No chip will be placed back in the bag of chips once pulled. The runner will then run another loop, and pull another chip upon their return. This continues until each number on their bib has been marked.

Level 1 runners could have a Bingo after 3 loops, while Level 2 runners could have a Bingo after 4 loops. The maximum loops a Level 1 runner will run is 5 loops, and the maximum loops a Level 2 runner will run is 10 loops. Only those obtaining a Bingo will be listed in the final results, with their total number of miles run on the way to their Bingo. Those who fail to obtain a Bingo before ending their run, will not be listed in the results as an official finisher of the event.

While there are staggered start times for each level, all levels have until 10:00 PM to obtain a Bingo. Once you obtain a bingo: you may continue running around the course until all other runners have officially completed their run. Once the final runner has obtained a Bingo, the course will officially close within 30-45 minutes. Miles obtained after your official Bingo are considered "Bonus Miles" and will not count towards your final result.

During the run we will have other initiatives in place that should a runner complete, will earn them an extra pull of a chip while at the control point, or other prizes like comp race entries and HPRS Swag. HAVE FUN!

LEVEL 3 and LEVEL 4 (Ultra 10-54 MILES): Runners in Levels 3 and 4 will receive a bib that has a traditional 5 square by 5 square Bingo Card on their bib. There is no free space.

Level 3 runners will have a bag of Bingo chips consisting of 25 numbers (1-25). Level 4 runners will have a bag of Bingo chips consisting of 35 numbers (1-35).

Runners will start by running a loop of their choice (Each ranging from 2 to 2.3 miles in distance). Upon their return to the control point/aid station, each runner will pull a bingo chip from their personal bag of chips. Should the number they pull be present on their bib, they will mark the number on their bib, then head out to run another loop. Should the number not be present on their bib, they will do nothing and run another loop. Once a chip is pulled it will not be returned to the runner's bag of chips. There will be no duplicates of numbers on a runner's bib, or in their bag. 100% of runners in Level 3 should have a Bingo in a maximum of 21 draws. 100% of Runners in Level 4 should have a Bingo in a maximum of 27 draws. For Levels 3 and 4, a Bingo is defined by any 5-marked spaces in a row on their Bingo Card Bib. Only those obtaining a Bingo will be listed in the final results, with their total number of miles run. Those who fail to obtain a Bingo before ending their run, will not be listed in the results as an official finisher of the event.

"X" BINGO: Runners in "X" Bingo follow the same bib and chip set rules as level 4. The only difference is that instead of trying for one 5-way bing on their bib, they are trying to obtain a "X" Bingo on their bib. That's two 5-way bingo's in the shape of a X on their bib, both 5-way bingos would share the middle space. The earliest someone in "X" would receive a Bingo is 9 draws, which is at least 18 miles. This option is available to those who want to try and guarantee themselves more miles than standard level 4.

While there are staggered start times for each level, all levels have until 10:00 PM to obtain a Bingo. Once you obtain a bingo: you may continue running around the course until all other runners have officially completed their run. Once the final runner has obtained a Bingo, the course will officially close within 30-45 minutes. Miles obtained after your official Bingo are considered "Bonus Miles" and will not count towards your final result.

During the run we will have other initiatives in place that should a runner complete, will earn them an extra pull of a chip while at the control point, or other prizes like comp race entries and HPRS Swag. HAVE FUN!

Event check-in will take place from 7:00pm - 9:00pm pm Friday Night, and 5:00am - 9:00am on event morning at the Start/Finish area, May Farms, 64001 CO-36, Byers, CO 80103

Held virtually during the week leading up to the event.

SPECTATORS AND CREWS: Spectators are welcome to join us at the start/finish area ONLY. Crews are welcome to assist Level 4 and "X" runners ONLY.

What's the difference between a spectator and crew? Crew takes and/or gives something to runners; spectators are just watching. 

PACERS: Pacers are not allowed for any runner. Given the nature of the event, and the nominal price tag, we ask that all runners in attendance be a registered participant. 

All participants are allowed to have a drop bag at the start/finish area ONLY. Drop bags should be dropped off on race morning prior to the start of your event.  All participants may have access to their drop bag every time they are at the start/finish aid station. Please leave nothing of value in your bag. Do not leave your drop bag behind. All abandoned drop bags are disposed of immediately at the conclusion of the event. 

All participants and spectators must park at the designated parking locations ONLY. A map of these areas will be available closer to the race. 

All participants who complete their challenge will receive a unique finisher's award. We'll also present our award for Adversity, and Transcendence Award. HPRS does not have a podium or age group awards, please see our Awards Page for more details.

NO AWARDS WILL BE MAILED

This event is being held in accordance with permission from May Farms, a private land owner. We ask that you please respect and care for the land this event is held on to help ensure the future of this race and to limit our environmental impact. No one is authorized to access the course outside of event day.