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Lake Erie Odyssey -  Day of Need to Know

Participant Information Packet Volunteer Information Packet2026 Course Map and Obstacles

The journey begins soon! To help every participant feel ready for Lake Erie Odyssey, we've gathered the most important day-of information in one place - from arrival and check-in to helpful reminders for enjoying the event. 

While participation in Lake Erie Odyssey is free, participants and families should plan to bring cash for food vendors. Complimentary snacks will be available along the course and at the after-party, but food trucks, ice cream, and beer for those 21+ will be available for purchase.

 

NEED TO KNOW: 

  • Wear appropriate clothing, this event will take place rain or shine.  Stay tuned to our social media channels for the latest updates. 
  • Free parking is available. Entrance to the course this year is going to be Located at 1 Waldameer Park Road (or 3100 West Lake Road), Erie, PA 16505. 
  • Volunteers please arrive 15 minutes before your shift, and changes or cancelations please call (Jenifer Gross) 
  • Participants should arrive 15 minutes before their wave time to check in and prepare. Any changes or cancelations please contact (Jackie Zacherl) 
  • All participants and volunteers need to have: 
    • A copy of their photo ID, if you are over 21and would like a beer band
    • Ensure that they have signed their waiver prior to participating in event. 

Waiver Volunteer Waiver

Handicapped port-a-potties are available at the start and finish lines and handicapped accessible restrooms are midway through the course. Additional bathrooms (non-handicapped) are available outside and inside Rainbow Gardens. 

  • Waters and light sacks will be available pre- and post-race for the participants. 
  • Plan on sticking around after you finish the course for some post-party fun! DJ JAY will be inside rainbow gardens spinning the tunes and keeping the party going!