Parishes may enter three teams into the challenge. Each team may have an unlimited number of members, but only 6 members from the team may compete in an event at a time. The teams are allowed to switch out. Attention All adults, who attend should be open to be a part in an adult category for youth leaders/chaperones to participate in a few games.

Parents and Youth Leaders should monitor their youth’s health before attending the event by being aware of the COVID-19 symptoms and not sending anyone who is sick or exhibiting those symptoms to the event. To help mitigate the spread of the virus, we are asking youth to wear a mask when inside with the exception of eating and encouraging them to wash their hands frequently. Most of the games will be held outside (weather permitting). When outside youth will not be required to wear masks but it is highly encouraged. We strongly recommend that youth continue to social distance when possible. Youth will be sharing some equipment as a team but will be reminded to clean their hands via soap and water or hand sanitizer. OACE will make sure that equipment used for the event is sanitized after each team’s play. Please note that protocols subject to change in order to be in compliance with CDC and Archdiocesan guidelines in place the day of the event.

Each team is encouraged to make and bring a banner that represents their group. Banners will be hung on the wall during the rally and may be made out of paper or other materials. A recommended size is 4 feet tall by 6 feet long. Each team is also encouraged to design a T-shirt for their team uniform. Awards will be given for best banner and T-shirt designs.

A complete list of events and rules will be sent to parishes upon registration. The events in the planning are various games, messy relays/challenges, cheer contest, prayer service and our famous Catholic trivia contest; The Lion’s Den.

Youth are asked to wear appropriate clothing throughout the day. No short-shorts, halter-tops or T-shirts with inappropriate advertising, sayings, or political references should be worn. Also please have your youth keep in mind that they may get messy so you may also want to wear something that can get dirty.

Although the Extreme Challenge Games main focus is fellowship, we will be giving awards. Teams will earn points based on several factors (i.e. best times, first to finish, teamwork, etc.) for each event. Ribbons will be awarded for certain events. At the end of the Extreme Challenge, points will be totaled to determine first, second and third places. Ribbons will be distributed at the Awards Ceremony.

•  Change of clothes (Just in case you get messy due to game play)
•  Hat & Sunglasses
•  Sunscreen
•  Towel (wipe off the sweat and any mess)
•  Blanket, beach towel or lawn chair for seating outside
•  Mask & Hand sanitizer

Lunch will be provided but you may want to bring your own cooler for water, extra drinks and snacks for your youth. If you require special dietary needs, you are asked to bring them. We are only able to provide a vegetarian option.