Who says that the older kids have all of the fun? For the young'uns who don't quite feel up to the Little Bugger Youth Triathlon, run,climb, and negotiate the FUN obstacles on your way to the finish! You'll finish under the grand Black Fly Finish arch that all the old folks and older kids do! This is a non-competitive, fun event for all young’uns, any age. When you cross the finish line, be sure to receive your medal! All kids registered by June 6, 2012 will also receive a special Mini Midge T-shirt. A special podium will be set up, to snap pics of your child with their finisher medal.

Parents, If you have younger children (2-5 years old) who you'd like to accompany during the Mini Midge, you are more than welcome to run with them. We ask that you begin following all kids who will be participating on their own.

$20 (after June 6, 2012: $25.00)

Nestled in the 771,000 acre White Mountain National Forest , Waterville Valley , NH boasts a cornucopia of opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast as well as the shopper. Great restaurants and shops fill Town Square , while miles of hiking and biking trails, a world-class golf course, tennis and more adorn the Valley. Breathe in the clean mountain air, admire the 4000 foot mountain peaks that envelope you and enjoy an unforgettable weekend More than 900 rooms are available onsite, all within walking distance of the transition area, fantastic restaurants, and great shopping. For those inclined to “rough it”, the White Mountain National Campground is also located just a stone’s throw from Town Square.

Mini Midge starts at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 7, at Town Square in Waterville Valley , NH . No rain date. Race management reserves the right to modify or shorten the race course in the case of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, and to accept or reject any entry. No transfers, substitutions. There is no minimum age to join in the fun, as long as you're accompanied by an adult.

This .25 mile course will be chock full of FUN obstacles for the young'uns to negotiate on the way to the finish line! You'll start just outside Town Square, and finish under the Black Fly Tri Finish arch, the same way the adults and older kids do!

Registration and packet pickup will begin at 1:00 PM on Saturday, July 7, at Town Square.

RUBBER DUCKY RACES AND RAFFLE

Rubber Ducky, you're the one, you make bathtime so much fun! Be sure to place your bets on your duck, or purchase multiple DUCK BUCKS, to benefit Make A Wish of NH. The Second Annual Make A Wish Rubber Ducky Race will take place Saturday afternoon, at Town Square. We'll send the ducks down the raging whitewater. The first duck across the finish line wins! If your DUCK BUCK number matches the number on your duck, you win! The winner will win Mavic Race wheels, and a bunch of other great schwag! All of the proceeds go directly to the Make A Wish of New Hampshire. DUCK BUCKS may be purchased online with your entry or at the Make A Wish Booth at the Black Fly Village.

You'll be able to decorate your duck to prep for the big race, too!

Download Black Fly, print him out and give him some color! Bring him with you to the race and recieve a special gift!

It's great to be a kid...It's not so great to be a kid watching adults run around in spandex. To make the kiddos feel at home, we'll be offering a bunch of activities for them. There will be arts and crafts, There will also be a coloring contest, so make sure your kids stop by and color in Mac the Midge and Buzz the Black Fly!

In addition, there will be a special pie-eating contest for the kids, to take place right before the awards. Sign up at the Kids Zone.

In addition, be on the lookout for Bonk The Moose, who'll be handing out Black Fly Bucks, to be redeemed at the Kids Zone for special gifts!

Don't miss the fireworks presentation at 8:45pm Saturday evening, right in Town Square! A great way to end the day!

Join us for a bonfire on the beach, Friday evening from 7-9 PM. Right outside your hotel room, complete with s'mores, music and more!