Dakota Rogaining Championships
Traditional flags and punches used at this event
Map is enhanced 1:30000 USGS topo map
Hash house (event center) opens Friday at 3 PM
Hash house located at Game Lodge Group Campground
Hash house has shelter, free showers, toilets, and tables
On-site tent camping available
Water stations across course and at hash house
Food served starting around 5 PM Saturday
Event Info
During the event, each competitor must carry:
- Compass
- Whistle
- Issued Rogaine map
- New - Ultra fine Sharpie or other waterproof pen
- Clothing appropriate to weather conditions
- Water carrying capacity at least 1 liter
Per team minimum includes a first aid kit. At night, each competitor must carry a headlamp or flashlight as well as spare batteries and one spare light source per team.
Water sources are plentiful in the Park - both potable and natural. With the buffalo and wildlife, the natural sources should be filtered or treated just to be safe.
A cellular telephone stowed in a waterproof case is recommended. Service is CDMA-based in western South Dakota. Providers are Alltel and Verizon.
No GPS units, altimeters, or pedometers may be carried on the course.
For further information, please contact Rick Emerson, info@peakassurance.net or 605.381.5372.
Required Gear List
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