Somerset County's 'Amazing Race' Registration Is Open

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Do you think you have what it takes to participate in the "Amazing Race?" Then sign up for Somerset County's version called “The County Caper.”

Two "County Caper" events will be held at the Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge.

The County Caper Accelerated

The County Caper Accelerated is for adults only, ages 15 years old and older and will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19. It is a one-day game that takes adults on an interactive tour of Somerset County Parks and facilities. Participants will be physically and mentally challenged while completing fun tasks and finding hidden clues throughout the day as their team races against the clock.

Family County Caper

The one-day Family County Caper will be on Sunday, Aug. 20. It is a one-day game that takes families and friends on an interactive tour of Somerset County Parks and facilities. This local version of “The Amazing Race” will take teams to various destinations within Somerset County. Once they arrive they need to perform tasks, find clues or gather information. Each team will be given a journal to collect stamps and/or record their findings.

Fee is $20. Registration required and is available now at www.somersetcountyparks.org or by calling 908-766-2489, ext. 0. Both events are rain or shine.

"The County Caper is designed to encourage everyone to explore, learn and protect our parks and other natural areas," the Somerset County Park Commission announced.

(Photo provided: Family members play Bocce as part of the County Caper through the Somerset County Parks.)

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