Old Glory Grease Run

• Competitors will take their chances running across a 55 foot greasy pole.
• Competitors will need to cross  marked sections of the pole while remaining upright to advance through qualifying. Each round becomes more difficult.
• Qualified competitors will move into a head to finals round where speed and agility are critical in determining a champion.

There will be 3 categories for awards.

• Overall: The last man/woman standing at the end of the head to head final.
• Best Dressed: Competitors will be judged based on creativity, design and theme of their outfit.
• Fan Favorite: Based on crowd applause and reaction.

• The Old Glory Grease Run is located in the Upper Pond
• Suggested spectator areas include the Trail Center, River Center and Wharf.
• Event is free to attend. There is a $12 parking fee for standard size vehicles.
• Food & beverage is available for purchase.

• Waiver Policy
  • All participants must sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating.
  • Waiver may be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site.
  • The waiver is not included in the online registration form.

• Refund and Transfer Policy
  • Race Registration is non-refundable.

• Trail Safety
  • Trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers at all times.
  • Communicate when passing other trail users.
  • No E-bikes or any form of powered transportation are permitted in any Whitewater Race Series events.

• Weather Policy
  • Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine.
  • The Whitewater Center reserves the right to alter/reschedule/cancel any Whitewater Race Series event at any time.

• Parking Policy
  • The Whitewater Center has a $12 daily parking fee. Annual parking passes are available for $40.

• Emergency Policy
  • The Whitewater Center does not conduct trail rescues.
  • Participants must call 911 if emergency services are needed.
  • Emergency location markers are located within the trail system.