Occoquan Challenge

  • Oct 6, 2024
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  • Sandy Run
  • Fairfax Station, VA (USA)
  • Hosted By: Prince William Crew Association, Inc. (PWCA)

Where is this event being held?

Sandy Run Regional Park, 10450 Van Thompson Rd, Fairfax Stations, VA  22039

Where to Watch the Race

Best?  At the bottom of the hill next to Sandy Run Boathouse 3. Unlike other events, you can watch the start AND finish at the same location. You can view the race at the boathouses where the athletes launch and return (Not the grandstands, although thats another great location!) Bring your chairs!

Team Tents?

Team Tents are welcome but please make sure to clear your tents placement with the park ranger and the event staff first(event staff is located at the bottom of the hill next to flagpole) Its first come, first served and you CAN use the space at the bottom of the hill. Again, please ask before grabbing a space.

Parking

Help us get our competitors easy access to the boathouses and trailer lots. We are very limited on space. Please CARPOOL. 

  • 1 person in a car - 30 dollars - Ouch!
  • 2-7 persons - 20 dollars - Better...
  • 8 or more persons - FREE 
  • *Competitors with Car-toppers, Buses and Trailers  - FREE

Volunteer!

Are you a parent or friend who hates sitting around? We pay 50.00 dollars for 5 hours of work on the water or land!  Examples of Jobs!

  • Dock Monitor. Make sure all crews leave with a bow number!
  • Start and Finish line Monitor! Record Boats as they pass. 

  • On Water Marshal.

Interested? 

Links to be published soon.

The Rules

  • No DOGS! 
  • No Alcohol 
  • No Grills, No Open Flames
  • Respect Mon!