There doesn't seem to be many races in the NW this year, so check out The Great Urban Race as a fun alternative. It is toned-down urban AR (without all the gear) traveling the country. Teams of two solve clues and complete challenges while navigating through the city using public transit. And you get to use all kinds of technology, including the internet and phoning friends for help.

It's a scavenger hunt, road race, and wandering party - all rolled into one heck of a fun day! Be sure to check out the "sample clues" on their website to get an idea of the fun this will be. http://www.greaturbanrace.com/index.html