Hero Rush

Hero Rush, the dynamic firefighter-themed obstacle race and experience, is coming to the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club in Prior Lake on May 18, 2012. Designed for mainstream consumers by lifelong firefighters, Hero Rush will challenge participants from all walks of life to experience what firefighters face every day.

“Runners will tackle a 5K course studded with 15-17 obstacles that simulate real emergencies,” said co-founder Dave J. Iannone. “They’ll crawl through a smoke-filled maze, scale steep roofs, drag a massive fire hose to the blaze, climb ladders and bust through windows to find victims trapped inside – and a few surprises, too.”

“We are really looking forward to bringing Hero Rush to the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club,” Iannone said. “It’s got great mixed terrain for the runners and the perfect festival atmosphere to produce an exciting event.”

Obstacle races are one of the fastest growing segments of the running industry, according to a recent Wall Street Journal article, with thousands of participants expected at Hero Rush.

“These events have become very popular over the last two years,” said co-founder Christopher Hebert. “They’re perfect for everyone, from experienced runners looking for a new challenge, to teenagers and college students, to people of all ages who just want to get out and get active.”

The all-day event will feature an Inferno Midway, where both runners and spectators can practice their firefighter skills on stand-alone obstacles and challenges. This family-friendly festival area will also include two kid’s courses, demonstrations from local fire departments, food and drinks, apparel and merchandise tents, music and entertainment.

Hero Rush will give back to the firefighting community through national and local fire-related charities. As the designated national charity, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation will receive a $20 donation for each runner who runs in the “343 Wave” honoring the firefighters killed in the World Trade Center on 9/11.

Hero Rush will also identify a local fire-related charity to receive the proceeds from the Kid’s Firefighter Adventure Course.

To suggest a Minnesota charity – or for information on how local fire departments and potential sponsors can get involved – visit www.herorush.com or email responders@herorush.com.

Events are also scheduled for Maryland, Michigan, North Texas, Los Angeles, Oregon, Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, Central Florida and Central Texas.

About Hero Rush

Created by firefighters, Hero Rush is the firefighter-themed obstacle race & experience where participants get an intense, challenging and fun look at what it takes to be a hero. Runners on the 5K+ course will tackle over 15 unique obstacles – slide, climb, get wet, get lost, get wetter – makes some saves and feel the rush. All participants can enjoy the Inferno Midway with additional challenges, music, food, two kid’s courses, demonstrations and more. 

Upcoming events, registration, charity/sponsor information and more available at http://www.herorush.com.