The 2025 Big Cross Frozen Tundra

❄️ The 2025 Big Cross Frozen Tundra

Date: January 25, 2025

Location: 3700 Rd 36, Pasco, WA

Race URL: The Big Cross Frozen Tundra Race

🏃 Race Overview

• Event Type: A wintertime race with two options: the 2.5 Mile Run/Walk and the NEW 5 Mile Run.
• Target Audience: Open to all, especially past, current, and future members of Tri-Cities area high schools' Cross Country and Track Teams.
• Team Spirit: Participants can represent their school and create teams (e.g., Bulldogs of the 2000s).
• Donation Opportunity: Chance to donate to support local high school cross country programs during registration.

⏰ Race Format

• Start Time: Both races will begin at 9:30 AM, accommodating up to 120 participants each.
• Registration Details: Race bibs and giveaways available from approximately 9:00 AM (30 minutes before start time).
• Course Information: The 2.5-mile course is on woodchip/dirt/gravel trails at Big Cross. 5-mile participants will complete two laps.

👥 Teams and Scoring

• Team Creation: Encouragement for teams to create unique uniforms for the event atmosphere.
• Scoring Method: Teams scored as in a regular Cross Country meet with the first 5 members contributing to the team's score.
• Bragging Rights: Team results will be published for competitive spirit.

👀 Spectators

• Viewing Areas: Spectators may view the race from designated areas or along the course.
• Safety Rules: Must stay clear of the start & finish area and avoid crossing the race path when runners are visible.

🤝 Volunteers

• Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteers needed for set-up, course monitoring, or start/finish line assistance.
• Contact Info: Interested individuals can email kubalekb@pasco-wa.gov.

🤒 Health Guidelines

• Stay Home If Sick: All runners, spectators, and volunteers should not attend if feeling unwell.

🧦 Race Amenities

• Participant Perk: All participants will receive race logo socks this year.

🏢 Registration Information

• In-Person Registration: Available at the Recreation Services offices in Pasco City Hall until 4:00 PM on January 23.
• Last Chance Registration: Will take place on race morning from 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM, online only.
• Check-In Process: Show your payment receipt at the check-in tent near the start line to receive your bib and giveaway item.