What is Terrier Tough?
  • Terrier Tough is a 5k obstacle course run by teams of four. While it is a race, plenty of teams take part just for the fun of it rather than to come in first place.
How and why did it begin?
  • It began in 2015 to serve as a fundraiser for Rocky Hill High School's annual service trip to New Orleans. It's gotten bigger and better (and muddier...) every year!
Where do the proceeds go?
  • All proceeds go directly towards offsetting the costs for students to participate on Rocky Hill High School's annual service trip to New Orleans.
How much does it cost to race?
  • Student teams are $40/team ($10/person) and adult teams are $100/team ($25/person) if registered by the early bird deadline. After that, the price increases to $120/team if registered by mid-February, $140/team if registered by the end of March, and $200/team if registering on the day of the race.
Do you offer refunds?
  • No. The only exception to this is if we are forced to cancel the event entirely.
Are there volunteer opportunities? We have a team of two or three, or five - can we race?
  • No. Teams must register in teams of four.
How old do you need to be to participate?
  • All participants must be in high school or older. The  minimum age is 14. Exceptions cannot be made.
Which division do we register for?
  • If all members of the team are students in high school, register for the appropriate student division (male, female, or coed).
  • If all members of the team are older than high school aged, register for the non-student division (male, female, or coed).
  • If your team contains any combination of student and non-student racers, register for the non-student division (male, female, or coed).
  • Coed teams can be made up of any combination of male/female racers.
How does my team register?
  • Non-student teams should register online via our website. Please note that there is a very small registration fee charged by the registration company.
  • Student teams may register at school or may download and submit the appropriate paperwork on the registration page.
Can we register on the day of the race?
  • Yes, come to the registration table in front of the amphitheater to register and pay. Be advised that day of registration must be paid for by cash/check and costs more than those who preregister.
How many teams participate?
  • Last year, there were about 120 teams - the number grows every year!
What time does it begin?
  • The race begins promptly at 9 AM but plan to arrive by 8:15 for registration and opening remarks.  Heats leave every 5-10 minutes.
How do we know which heat we're in?
  • At registration, you will receive a packet with your bibs, wristbands, and heat number.
Can we pick what heat we're in?
  • Heats are randomly assigned but if you have a special request, email us ahead of time and we can try to accommodate you. We cannot change heats the morning of the race.
What are the prizes?
  • First place teams in each division will receive a trophy, while the top three teams in each division will receive medals.
  • All participants will receive a Terrier Tough t-shirt (as supplies last, based on registration date). 
What are the obstacles?
  • We can't give away all of our secrets! In the past, however, there have been walls to climb, trenches to crawl through, mud pits, mind games, lots of obstacles involving tires, balance beams, and more. Every year we add something bigger and better!
I'm not very athletic, is this race for me?
  • Absolutely! No matter your physical abilities, you'll have a lot of fun. And if you can't complete an obstacle, it's ok - there are penalty activities you can do instead.
What about the weather? 
  • Unless the weather is severe, the race will go on rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, a decision will be made about whether or not to postpone the race to the rain date or push back the start time. Information will be posted on this website and on our social media accounts if that is the case. The rain date for the 2020 race will be Sunday, April 5th.
Will I get dirty?
  • Definitely!
What should I wear?
  • Dress comfortably and don't wear your new clothes/shoes since you will get dirty! You'll probably want to bring a towel and change of clothes for after you finish.
Is water provided?
  • Water stations are provided throughout the course. Fruit and granola bars are provided at the finish line.
Are there changing areas and/or lockers?
  • No. We suggest locking all valuables and your change of clothes in your car.
What about restrooms?
  • There are port-o-potties available near the amphitheater.
Where do we park?
  • There is a large parking lot at the park, as well as smaller lots in the front of the park. Parking attendants will direct you were to park. In the event they fill up, you can park at Griswold Middle School, which is located nearby. We encourage you to carpool with your teammates. Individuals being dropped off will be requested to do so at the front of the park rather than driving to the rear to alleviate congestion.
Is there anything to buy at the race?
  • We do sell raffle tickets with lots of great prizes available.
What if I get hurt?
  • While there is no inherent danger in any of the obstacles, there's always a chance for scrapes and bruises. We have basic first aid supplies available at the registration table. In the event of something more severe, paramedics are also on hand.