Event Description

The 1-20-12 Endurance Challenge is a unique walk/run event open to individuals and teams of 2 ages 15 and older.  Complete a 1-mile loop within an unpaved macadamia nut orchard on a dirt trail every 20 minutes for up to 12 hours, or until all competitors have been eliminated.  Individuals must complete the 1 mile loop within 20 minutes and be within the chute area at the start of the next loop or be eliminated.  Teams of 2 must alternate competitors each mile.  If a team member cannot complete the 1-mile loop within 20 minute both team members are eliminated.  If you complete the loop in less than 20 minutes you can rest, eat/drink, and change clothes within a designated area where you can erect a secured, weighted tent shelter.  Competitor Support Team members are allowed in the tent area but not on the event course.  Competitors can walk or run and walking sticks are permitted.

The 1-20-12 Endurance Challenge is sponsored by Vivawell, Inc. an 501c3 Hawaii island-based health promotion nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing chronic health conditions with diet, exercise, stress reduction, social support and health-supporting environments.  The event is co-sponsored by Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Orchards.  Event proceeds and donations benefit Vivawell's community programs serving the East Hawaii island Districts of Hilo, Puna and Ka'u