BrownDog Challenge 2024 - Townsville (Private Event)

It's on again... After a gap year I'm happy to host the Browndog Challenge again. It seems a lot of people really missed this little challenge as a hit out to wind up the year.
The 2022 Challenge seen Mitch Nissen nearly being the second person to conquer this challenge. He fell just 13mins outside the cut off time for the five laps. So the event is holding up to it's reputation as serious challenge for those who dare take on the full enchilada.
But it's not all about the crazy over achievers. You pick your challenge, walk a lap or go for it.... it's up to you.
It's also a great day to have a picnic in the park to bring everyone together for a end of year wind down. So everyone bring a blanket, drinks and some lunch and catch up with mates or make some new friends.
As usual, as part of this get together I will host a little challenge for those that may be interested. This challenge came about when I got all inspired after watching a documentary on the Barkleys Marathons (BM) held in Tennessee USA (watch it on Utube) but mine is called:
"Browndog Challenge"
Rules are simple
• An 8.439km circular course will be mapped out starting and ending at Strand Park.
• You will have 6 hours to complete 5 loops (5 × 8.439 = 42.195k marathon)
• You do as many loops as you want to or can in that 6 hours (just walk one if you want) changing direction after each loop.
• There will be a number of checkpoints to ensure you do full distance
• You must be fully self supported - take own water snacks etc.
• You must comply with any other rules that I decide on
* **YOU MUST HAVE A PHONE TO TAKE PICTURES OR A DIGITAL CAMERA ****
I will record times and how many loops you do and aim to have some prizes to recognise everyone's achievements. This will allow for official dragging rights.
If anyone would like to donate a prize let me know. I will let people know how awesome you are !!!! ?
I would love as many people as possible to come along for the picnic and get together but I will cap the number of officially registered participants in the Browndog Challenge to 59.

To register for the Browndog Challenge on the day you must arrive before 5:45am and bring:
• An old race bib with your name and inspirational quote written on the back
• Dog or cat item(s) to donation to Angle Paws, see list provided (don't be tight its Xmas)
As always everyone had a great time with a truck load of Xmas cheer going to our furry friends from everyone's generous donations.
So pencil in Sunday 15th December 2024 for a picnic in the park and the Browndog Challenge.