Battle by the Brook
When is Battle by the Brook?
Battle by the Brook takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Deckers, CO.
What distances does Battle by the Brook offer?
Battle by the Brook offers 2 events: Family Race, Competitive Race.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Race | 6.0 mi | $89.00 | Register |
| Competitive Race | 20.0 mi | $104.00 | Register |
How much does Battle by the Brook cost?
Registration for Battle by the Brook starts at $104.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Battle by the Brook held?
Battle by the Brook is held in Deckers, CO at 8716 S Y Camp Rd.
About Battle by the Brook
A child's adventure begins with yours.
The Battle by the Brook Adventure Race
raises money to send kids to camp.
Join us for the
9th Annual YMCA Camp Shady Brook's
Battle by the Brook
September 19th, 2026.
USARA Sanctioned
Battle by the Brook is a USARA-sanctioned event. Racers must either have an annual USARA membership or purchase a single-event license through RunSignUp. Annual membership is instrumental in sustaining USARA’s efforts to support the US-based AR community and host an annual National Championship. In addition to supporting the community as a whole and having single-event fees waived, annual membership includes access to ExpertVoice, an incredible resource for athletes that unlocks pro-deals to hundreds of name-brands. For new racers, check out USARA's "New to Adventure Racing" database, a terrific collection of articles that will help you dive into the amazing sport of AR!
USARA Racer Benefits:
- $25,000.00 participant accident coverage for racers in all USARA sanctioned events.
- Single event license included with Battle by the Brook Adventure Race registration.
- USARA Newsletter
- Access to Adventure World Magazine, the official magazine of the USARA
- USARA racer representatives available as a direct pipeline for racer concerns
- Inclusion in the USARA National Team Ranking System
- USARA Sticker
- Discounted and special USARA merchandise offers available only to the USARA members
- The USARA Race Calendar; your comprehensive guide to all USARA Sanctioned events
- Qualify and compete in the USARA Adventure Race National Championship
- USARA Training Camp and Clinic Calendar
- USARA sanctioned events must comply with USARA minimum event sanctioning requirements promoting racer safety
- USARA Adventure Racing Club network; find training partners and teammates in your area
- Inexpensive insurance available for adventure racing clubs
Mileage Information
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Competitive - Approximately 20 miles total. (8 miles of biking on single track trail as well as dirt road, 3 miles of hiking with significant elevation gain, 9 miles of running/navigating/orienteering to different challenges). Competitive completed in 6+ hours.
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Family wave is approximately 6 miles. Families have the option to mountain bike portions or may hike/run the entire course. Family race completed in 3-4 hours.
Battle y the Brook is a USARA-sanctioned event. Racers must either have an annual USARA membership or purchase a single-event license through RunSignUp. Annual membership is instrumental in sustaining USARA’s efforts to support the US-based AR community and host an annual National Championship. In addition to supporting the community as a whole and having single-event fees waived, annual membership includes access to ExpertVoice, an incredible resource for athletes that unlocks pro-deals to hundreds of name-brands. For new racers, check out USARA's "New to Adventure Racing" database, a terrific collection of articles that will help you dive into the amazing sport of AR!
What To Bring
Competitive Race:
- Backpack
- Water bottle & hydration pack
- Mountain Bike
- Mountain bike helmet (CPSC, ANSI, or SNELL certified)
- Compass Bike tool kit (including bike pump) and at least one spare bike tube
- Rain Jacket (recommended)
- Running/Hiking Shoes
- Whistle
- Sufficient clothing for weather & weather changes
- Beanie/Buff (recommended)
- Wool or Fleece under-layer (recommended)
- First Aid Kit (per team)
- Compass (per team, 2 recommended)
- Maps (provided, per team)
- Map Case (recommended)
- Passport (provided, per team)
- Sunscreen (recommended)
- RACE PROVIDES WATERCRAFT
Family Race:
- Backpack
- Water bottle & hydration pack
- Mountain Bike (optional for Family Race)
- Mountain bike helmet (CPSC, ANSI, or SNELL certified)
- Compass Bike tool kit (including bike pump) and at least one spare bike tube
- Rain Jacket (recommended)
- Running/Hiking Shoes
- Whistle
- Sufficient clothing for weather & weather changes
- Beanie/Buff (recommended)
- Wool or Fleece under-layer (recommended)
- First Aid Kit (per team)
- Maps (provided, per team)
- Map Case (recommended)
- Passport (provided, per team)
- Sunscreen (recommended)
- RACE PROVIDES WATERCRAFT
Directions to Camp Shady Brook
From Colorado Springs: (Approximately 70 minutes) Take highway 24 west to Woodland Park, at Woodland Park, take a right on Highway 67 North towards Deckers. Stay on Highway 67 for approximately 23 miles, at Deckers, take a hard left onto Y Camp Road (dirt road). The road dead-ends at the camp parking lot.
From Denver: (Approximately 90 minutes) Take Highway 285 West to Route 126 at Pine Junction, Turn south (left) onto Highway 126/S. Pine Valley Road towards Deckers. Stay on Highway 126 for approximately 25 miles, in Deckers, take a hard right onto Y Camp Road (dirt road). The road dead-ends at the camp parking lot.