Battle by the Brook
The Battle by the Brook is an annual adventure race held at Camp Shady Brook in Deckers, Colorado. The 8th edition takes place on September 20, 2025, featuring a competitive race of approximately 20 miles that includes mountain biking, hiking with significant elevation gain, running, navigation, and paddling. A family-friendly race of about 6 miles offers options to bike or hike/run.
The event is USARA-sanctioned and part of the Arc'Teryx Mini-Series, encouraging teams to compete in multiple races for a grand prize. Participants enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with swag bags, prize raffles, campfire s'mores, and a post-race cookout, all supporting YMCA Camp Shady Brook's mission to send kids to camp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Always double-check with the organizer's website – things can change, and we might have sprinted past a few details!
