Competitors who register before 9/4/2008 will receive a free, commemorative t-shirt. Competitor who register at the Olympiad will receive a free commemorative t-shirt as long as supplies last. Some t-shirts may be available for sale on the days of the events.

Athletes will compete in age and gender categories. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the first three winners in each category.

The fee for each event is shown in the event description section. Standard events are $5 per participant. An all-event participation bracelet for standard $5 events may be purchased for $10 per participant.
This is particularly advantageous for those individuals who plan to compete in more that 2 events over the 4 days of the Olympiad.

Call (828) 429-9011 or email Events@HickoryNutOlympiad.com

Where: Start of the race is in the village of Chimney Rock.
When: Sunday, September 7, Walkers @ 7:30 am, Runners and Cyclists at 8:00 am. The race starts promptly at 8am with bikes preceding runners. Sign-in and same day registration begins at 6:30 am at the Park's entrance.
Who: All athletes up to the challenge. Register here or at www.racedayevents.com or at www.active.com
What: For the first time in the Park’s 100-year history, see it in a way few have, by running or cycling to the top. The race will be a steep, winding 5K climb with an average 7% grade. The race starts in the village and finishes below the 315 foot-tall famous monolith known as Chimney Rock. Awaiting your finish is a 75-mile panoramic view, a network of hiking trails, a multiplicity of unusual geologic features, a stunning 404-foot waterfall and so much more. Concessions will be available after the race by the Chimney Rock Village Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. Pre-registered athletes will receive a commemorative 2007 Olympiad tee shirt. Age and gender categories assigned in 5-year increments with the top three in each category receiving gold,silver and bronze medals following the race. Spectators are encouraged to cheer on the athletes. Park admission will be half price during the race. The race is being professionally managed Race Day Events
Event Coordinator: Mary Jaeger-Gale of Chimney Rock Park

Race sponsored by Chimney Rock Park

Where: Rumbling Bald Resort Recreation Complex parking lot
When: Saturday, September 6. Race starts at 8:00 am. Sign-in at the Lakeview Restaurant lobby on Friday, September 5th 6-8pm or Saturday, September 6th 6:00-7:30am.
Who: For all information, details, special fees and registration form, go to www.racedayevents.net or www.active.com
What: 500 yard swim, 25k bike and 5k run.  More info @ www.racedayevents.net , www.active.com  or call Bob Keith at 828-429-9011
Limit: 300
Event Coordinator: Martin Coleman, Race Day Events and Bob Keith

Where: Start on the beach at Rumbling Bald Resort – Finish on beach)
When: Friday, September 5, 7:15 pm (arrive by 6:30 pm to sign in)
Who: All ages (Run or Walk)
What: Great family event following the Boat Parade and Water Ski Show. After the run there will be the lighting of the Olympiad Torch, Free Ice Cream and a dance with live music.
The first boy and girl age 10 or under will receive a gold medal. First 3 men and women will receive medals
Event Coordinator Julie Hartzog

Where: Lake Lure Town Park
When: Saturday, September 6, 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm
Who: Age categories: 5-14 Boys and Girls
What: Participant throws 5 baseballs (hard ball) at target. Speed gun used to determine
fastest throw. Three medals awarded for each category, male and
female.
Event Coordinators: Will and Vonnie Bennett, Paul and Ruth Fulham and Jack and Sally Maddox

Where: Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am until conclusion based on the number of teams
Who: Ages 18 and under; 19 – 29; 30 and over; Male and Female
What: 3x3, half-court, single elimination tournament. Teams of 4 people, with one as
a substitute.
Event Coordinator: Bill Moran, Kirk Zamzow, Donnie Samarotto

Where: Town of Lake Lure, Morse Park (next to visitors' center)
When: Saturday, September 6, 8:00am - 12:00noon. Registration opens at 8:00am; competition begins at 9:00am.
Who: All interested teams must be pre-registered.  Competition details and paperwork may be acquired by contacting Michelle Yelton at 828-980-2883 or via email at michelle@mcconnellgroup.biz
Event Coordinator: Michelle Yelton & Kay Dittmer

Where: Town of Lake Lure, Morse Park (next to visitors' center)
When: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Who: Children ages pre-school to 13-years-old.  Children will learn motions, cheers and jumps and then compete in groups for gold, silver and bronze medals.  Clinic fee includes Olympiad wristband pass.  For more details, contact Michelle Yelton at 828-980-2883 or via email at michelle@mcconnellgroup.biz.
Event Coordinator: Michelle Yelton and Kay Dittmer

Cost: see description

Where: Bald Mountain Course, Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Thursday, September 6. 8:00am Shotgun (arrive by 7:30am).
Who: All ages. Men and women flights. Sign up as individuals or 4 person teams.
What: 18 hole medal play
Categories: Medals awarded for individual gross and net and 4-person (2 best ball net) team play. Each player participates in five nearest the pin contests and golf skills
Cost: All players pay $25 to the "Olympiad"

PLUS
Premier Members pay Regular Member Fee to BMGC - $25 to the "Olympiad- Total $25
POA Members but not Premier Members - $40 to BMGC, $25 to the "Olympiad- Total $65
Non-Members - $45 to BMGC, $25 to the "Olympiad- Total $70
Payment to Olympiad covers cost of polo shirt, awards, medals and donation
Event coordinator: John Wisniewski

Who: Ladies (open); Men (open)
When: Thursday, September 4, 8:00 am
What: Compete in five skills; Drive, Mid-iron, Sand Trap, Pitch and Putt. This event is integrated into the Golf Event at no additional cost
Event Coordinato:r Britt Lowry and Mabel Satrape

Where: Geneva Motel and Tiki Bar, in the back, Chimney Rock Village
When: Saturday, September 6, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Who: Open field; no age or gender categories until number of participants increases
What: Singles and Doubles. You can participate in both singles and doubles
NHPA Modified Rules. Single elimination.
Event Coordinator: Rod Anderson

Where: Lake Lure Town Beach
When: Saturday, September 6, 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm
Who: Age categories: 5-14 Boys and Girls
What: What else! A 50 – yard dash against the clock. One try. Three best times in
each age group win medals.
Event Coordinator: Jim and Margaret Whitmore

Where: Rumbling Bald Resort, Recreation Facility
When: Saturday, September 6, 11:00 am
Who: Age categories: 6 – 8; 9 – 11; 12 – 15; 16 and over
What: The best scores in each age category win medals. Match cards for ties
Event Coordinator: Jerry and Linda Webb

Special Instructions: Call Vera McVicker or Bob Keith to register.
Event Coordinators: Vera and Charlie McVicker

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Who: All ages, Male and Female
What: 1-mile course for ages 12 and under; teenage boys and girls;
M/W 65+
2-mile course for M/W ages 20 – 34; 35 – 49; 50 – 64
Recreational kayaks, paddles, and life jackets will be provided.
Event Coordinator: Autumn Zamzow

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am – 10:30 pm
Who: All ages
What: Swimmers will be timed individually and monitored by an EMS rescue boat
100-meter short course for ages 12 and under
200-meter medium course for boy and girl teenagers and 65 and up
400- meter long course for M/W, ages 20 – 34; 35 – 49; 50 - 64
Event Coordinator: Eddy Zappel

Youth Group Competition Event

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure
When: Friday, September 5,  5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
What: Although several events will have been completed, the Opening Ceremonies kicks off an exciting weekend of athletics, competition and home town fun. The evening features a colorful Boat Parade, an athletic Water Ski Show, a tasty barbeque, an enjoyable 1 mileFamily Fun Run, a rigoroug 5 mile run, and the dramatic lighting of the Olympiad Torch. If that isn't enough, the night is capped off with free ice cream and dancing to live music on the terrace of the Lakeview Restaurant. Come out and be part of the celebration.

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Friday, September 5,  5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
What: LakeEdge Realty once again is sponsoring the annual summer boat parade which this year has been integrated into the Olympiad’s Opening Ceremony. Call the Lake Guys to enter a boat or just enjoy the festivities at 6:00 pm on Friday, September 5, at the beach at Rumbling Bald Resort.
Event Coordinator:  LakesEdge Realty – Ken Jordan

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald  Resort
When: Friday, September 5,  6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
What: Also part of the Opening Ceremonies, the Lake Lure Ski Club will put on a water ski show. Local residents will demo wake boarding including flips, skiing pyramids, barefoot skiing and much more!
Event Coordinator:  Lynn Pitts

Where: The Beach at Rumbling Bald Resort
When: Friday, September 5, 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
What: While watching the Boat Parade and Water Ski Show and waiting for the front runners in the 1 mile Family Fun Run and 5 mile run, you’ll want to partake in a old-fashioned, southern barbeque dinner. This food fest is put on by Hickory Nut Gorge Volunteer Firefighters.
Event Coordinator:  Mike Barnwell, Bat Cave VFD

Where: Lakeview Restaurant Terrance
When: Friday, September 5, 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
What: Ice Cream Social and Dance- After the completion of the Fun Run and medal presentation, join us on the terrace of the Lakeview Restaurant for some free ice cream sundaes and then dance to the live music by “Quarter inch Jacks”. This was a big hit in 2007 with kids and adults of all ages.

here: Lake Lure Town Beach
When: Saturday, September 6, 8:30 am – 11:00 am
What: On Saturday morning at the town beach, athletes and spectators will have the opportunity of enjoying a hearty breakfast put on by Shepherd’s Care
Event Coordinator:  Nancy Wait, Shepherd's Care

cost:$5.00
Cash Bar

Where: Lake Lure Inn and Spa
When: Saturday, September 6, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
What: The biggest and best shag dance this area has ever seen! The Olympiad IV joins with the Lake Lure Shag Club to present “shagging on the beach” – Lake Lure style.
This event includes a shag demonstration, a professional DJ 'Fessa John Hook.
Event Coordinator:  Dot Jarrett, Bud Tanner, and Tracy Green

Where: Various Locations
When: See calendar
What: Event coordinators will present Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals to winners of the  events at specific times throughout the four days.