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We will use a novel electronic scoring system. Those of you who wish to partake in the
experiment will be able to register checkpoint visits by texting us the answer to the question
on your scorecard. Checkpoint visits will be instantly tabulated, and scores available upon the
teams' return. If you'd rather not use the cellphone for any reason, you can instead circle
answers on the paper scorecard. More details are below...
This map (© Meridian Geographics) was used for the 2007 event:
The Street Scramble Experience
Street Scramble races can be enjoyed by anyone who (a) can travel under their own
power for 90 minutes—walking, running, biking, or moving in a wheelchair;
(b) can follow a street map; and (c) likes to explore.
(Strollers and power wheelchairs are OK for those who need them. If you
can't read a map, you can be on a team with someone who can.)
When you arrive at a Street Scramble event, you will check in (some
events don't sell out and allow onsite registration). Then, a half hour before the
start time, you will receive a map with thirty-one checkpoint locations circled. Each circle
has a number between 10 and 99. The point value of the checkpoint is equal to its
number rounded down to the tens; for example, Checkpoint 35 is worth 30 points;
Checkpoint 12 is worth 10 points. You will also receive a scorecard with a
description of a feature to be found at each checkpoint, such as "Statue of woman" or "Public
pier".
You (together with your team, if you have a team) will then plan which checkpoints
you will try to visit, and in what order. You can visit as many or as few checkpoints as you
want, and in any order. Your team will need to stay together at all times. You can change your
plan as you go along, but it's very helpful to at least start with some kind of
plan.
A few minutes before the start there will be a pre-Scramble-race briefing where the event
director will review rules and safety. There will be a countdown to the start, after which you
will head out to visit checkpoints. Again, your team must stay together at all times.
Checkpoints are found at the precise centers of the circles on the map. When you arrive at a
checkpoint location, look for the feature described on the scorecard.
At most locations, you will need to answer a simple multiple-choice question, found on your
scorecard, to prove you were there. Example:
35 Statue of woman: What is the last word
on the plaque next to the statue?
(a) Arts (b) Commission (c) Space
If you are not using the electronic scoring system, circle the correct answer on the
scorecard and proceed to another checkpoint. Also write down the time of your checkpoint
visit.
As an option, we will offer two electronic ways to
record your checkpoint visits. One option will only be available at select checkpoints that
are at locations of participating businesses, and only to those entrants who have a smartphone
capable of recognizing QR codes, and the necessary phone app.
Simply snap a picture of the code and get on your way!
If you don't have the hardware or the app, just answer the multiple-choice
question.
The other electronic option is available at all checkpoints, and involves
sending us, the organizers, a text message with your answer to the question on the scorecard.
For example, suppose you are Team 191 and the correct answer to the question at
Checkpoint 35 is (a), "Arts". You will send, to the phone number we
provide at registration, a message with the text
 35 A
—or—
35A
—or—
a35
and you will get back a confirmation message that says
Team 191 Checkpoint 35 Answer A at 10:31:23.
To participate in the 90 minute division, you must return to the event center within
90 minutes. To participate in the 3 hour option, return within 3 hours. You can
decide which option you want while you're out there. Returning on time requires planning!
The map is usually an improved USGS
topographic map; we also use information from other sources. The map will have only a few
street names on it, so it will be important for you to keep track of where you are on the map.
Because the USGS updates its maps infrequently, the map may not be completely up to date and
you will see streets and buildings on the map that no longer exist—an interesting window
into the past.
It is perfectly fine to utilize other maps you may bring, or to look at a map on
your smartphone. You can also use the phone's GPS; any GPS units, altimeters, and pedometers
are all fair game—but please don't get so distracted by the gadgets as to lose track of
vehicle traffic!
When you return, you will turn in your scorecard; if you used electronic scoring, your score
will be ready and waiting for you. (In case your phone turns out to be less
sweat-resistant than you thought, we can handle answers that are partially submitted
electronically and partially handwritten.) It is important to be on time because you
will lose points for each minute you are late. We will keep your scorecard, but you get to take
your map home with you. If your answers are handwritten, we will tally your score while you
enjoy refreshments, included in your entry fee. After refreshments, awards will be given out
for those with the highest scores in different divisions and categories.
As a minimum, we will award the best men, women, and mixed teams in the following
categories: Juniors (each team member must be 20 years of age or younger on
01 January 2011), Masters (40 or older), and Open.
If you have further questions, you may be able to find answers to them on the Equipment and Detailed
Rules pages.
This event has been made possible by the following sponsors. Please patronize their
products and services, and contribute to their programs:
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The Chamber is the Presenting Sponsor of the Millbrae Street
Scramble. The Chamber's mission is to promote business in Millbrae. |
While waiting for a train at the
Millbrae station, we often puzzled, "Where's that smell of chocolate cookies coming
from?" Wonder no more. Discover Guittard Chocolate! Founded by a Frenchman in San
Francisco in 1868, Guittard remains family-owned and operated, and is one of only ten
chocolate makers in the U.S. |
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The Millbrae Lions Club is a fun
and vibrant association of men and women who love their community. The Club is actively
involved in a number of important fundraising and community projects, such as the
Millbrae Lions Youth Baseball League, Blood Drive, Pancake Breakfasts, and some three
dozen others. |
Scarborough Orienteering, aka
Orienteer.com, is a leading vendor of equipment. They carry compasses, SPORTident cards,
Inov-8™ shoes, and other gear and produce their own line of o21e suits, club
uniforms, and gaiters. Orienteer.com also offers map and compass instruction and group
outings, including orienteering and team-building training, as corporate
offsites. |
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Oakland's terraloco organizes urban and
wild map trek adventures! |
Seattle's Meridian Geographics is
an active outdoor lifestyle company. It produces the Street Scramble, Northwest Trail
Runs, and BEAST Adventure Race series. Its showcase events are the annual Seattle and San
Francisco Night and Day challenges, and the Three15er and Big Tahoma rogaines. |
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The Millbrae
Historical Society got its start in the early 1970s by saving one of very few
landmarks left in the town—the Millbrae train station. After that accomplishment,
several other buildings were recognized by the Society. One of them was moved one-half
mile through downtown Millbrae, meticulously restored, and became the Society's Museum.
The Museum is next door to the start and finish location of the Street Scramble. We hope
you find time to enjoy what it has to offer after the event!! |
Entry and Registration
You can register for the event on site. Thanks to an
incredibly generous offer of help from an SF State student group, we are fully staffed, and
we have lowered the day-of-event fees! The on-site price includes the
T shirt—until we sell out!!
 The first 50 teams to enter get technical-fabric
T shirts with the Street Scramble design. That's right, a complimentary shirt for each and
every team member! Please select the shirt size during the registration process.
Pre-registration is open. Team members may enter
together (be entered by the same person), or separately. If you would like to go with a team,
but don't know your teammates' names yet, you can enter yourself and other members can join the
team at a later time.
As with all events by Get Lost!!, fees for teams, including families, are capped.
Three, four, or five people enter at the team price; each team member gets a map. The fees
are:
90 minute event |
Individual |
Team |
Cal-ARA Team |
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Enter and pay on or before Monday 14 March
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$25.00 |
$45.00 |
$40.50 |
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Enter and pay on or before Monday 21 March
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$35.00 |
$65.00 |
$58.50 |
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Enter and pay on or after Tuesday 22 March
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$45.00
$35.00
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$85.00
$65.00
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$76.50
$58.50
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3 hour event |
Individual |
Team |
Cal-ARA Team |
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Enter and pay on or before Monday 14 March
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$25.00 |
$45.00 |
$40.50 |
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Enter and pay on or before Monday 21 March
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$35.00 |
$65.00 |
$58.50 |
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Enter and pay on or after Tuesday 22 March
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$45.00
$35.00
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$85.00
$65.00
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$76.50
$58.50
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On top of these prices, we offer the members of the Bay Area OC a $5.00 discount. This discount only applies to individuals, not
teams. That is, a registration for two people who are both BAOC members will cost less than the
team price. A three-person team is always best off taking the team deal.
Go register!!
(sign in in order to
see who's coming!)
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Millbrae Street Scramble
