SWAMP - Alafia Fat Tire Festival

November 14^th, 15^thand 16^th 2008

Alafia River State Park
South of Brandon, Florida

Join the SWAMP Mountain Bike Club for 3-days of off-road adventure at Alafia and Boyette.

With unique topography that offers some of the most radical elevation changes in Florida, the Alafia trails are the most challenging in our riding area. The ‘Moonscape’ and ‘Gatorback’ were specifically designed for advanced level riders. The less technical ’Bridges’, ‘North Creek’, and ‘Rock Garden’ provide a real adventure for any experienced cyclist. For new riders, there is ‘Sand Pine’, and ‘River Loop’ plus all the 2-track.
Boyette’s trails are forgiving enough for newer riders while still offering an exciting ride for more experienced cyclists. We have increased the amount of intermediate trail since last year’s event. The diversity of single-track, technical berm sections, and hilly meadow riding will make for a fun day.
Guided rides will be offered at both locations on Saturday.

Festival Activities and Amenities Include:

Festival headquarters (registration, meals, and entertainment) will be located in the camping area of the Alafia River State Park. Use the main entrance. Only registered attendees and pre-registered guests will be allowed into the event. No entry pass will be provided or needed by registered attendees.

Rides

Experienced cyclists of all skill levels will find a weekend full of off-road adventure. A variety of rides will be scheduled for Saturday morning and afternoon. Sunday morning we will have unguided rides for anyone that still has legs that work . Sign-up sheets will be in the Ride Guide tent, so you can set up your whole weekend. Ride Guides and Sweeps will be available for each scheduled ride. Helmets will be required.
A Night Ride will be offered on Friday. You will need good lighting (10 watts) that can last 2 hours.

Meals

The full registration fee includes a total of four meals. The meals feature wholesome food, selected with the active rider in mind. A breakfast with plenty of fresh fruit and high-energy carbohydrates will be served both mornings. Saturday’s lunch will be designed for quick energy. Dinner at this event has become legendary. You will once again be amazed by Master Chef Marc Alton. Proof of registration will be required at all meals.

Camping

The full weekend registration fee includes two-nights’ camping in Alafia. We have reserved the entire camp-ground (with bathrooms). Single-day registration does not include camping. To accomodate all campers each site will be shared. No reservations, first-come first-served. Please specify if you would like RV camping.

Motel Accommodations

Participants wishing motel accommodations must make their own arrangements.
The following are located at an I-75 interchange, approximately 20 minutes from the festival.

Brandon- at I-75 & SR-60
Best Western- 813-621-5555
Comfort Suites- 813-630-4444
La Quinta- 813-643-0574

Ruskin/Sun City exit at SR-464
Holiday Inn Express- 877-466-9111

Registration

Fri-Sun event registration is $75 per person,
$65 for SWAMP members.
Saturday only registration is $60 (does not include event SWAG or camping.)
Sunday only registration is $20 (does not include event SWAG or camping.)

Children (under 13) are discounted 50%.
A parent or responsible adult must accompany participants under 13 years of age on all event activities.

There will be no event day registration.
Only Registered persons will be allowed in the event areas.
Please Do not bring family/friends/significant other unless they register also.
No unpaid guests.

Registration will be verified before entering the park. All registrants will be required to
sign a Waiver/Assumption of Risk at event day sign-in.

Registration Deadline - October 17^th

All entries must be postmarked no later than Friday, October 17^th, 2008.
If space is available, entries postmarked after this date will pay a $10 late fee, and you will not receive event SWAG.
Entries postmarked after registration closes will be returned.
SWAMP will make arrangements and expenditures based on the number of entries received.
No refunds will be made after the October 17^th deadline.
Those who cancel after the deadline will receive your SWAG and information packet.

Event Schedule

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Event Staffing

Volunteers are needed as Ride Guides, sag support, registration hosts, meal servers, and site preparation
and cleanup staff. In return for full-time help, volunteer’s registration will be waived. Most volunteers get to ride
Not all applicants are guaranteed volunteer positions.
Therefore, include the full registration fee with your application.
Volunteer registration deadline is October 17^th.

More Information

Alafia Fat Tire Festival