FAQs

Big Climb Wisconsin is brand new to the Madison community and is excited to bring energy and excitement to Blood Cancer United and the state of Wisconsin! Camp Randall is the home to the Wisconsin Badgers Football Program and is an open-air stadium. In its inaugural year, we are excited to embrace the community with open arms and provide another fun, athletic way to be involved in the community and help those in need.  

 

REGISTRATION FEE 

Registration is FREE for all participants up to 30 days before your event. After the 30-day mark, registrants pay $50 which goes toward their fundraising minimum. 

  

FUNDRAISING 

Is there a fundraising minimum?
Big Climb’s fundraising commitment is $150 for adults and $50 for kids and teens. As Big Climbers are a committed crew, we know your passion will get you to the threshold in no time. And Blood Cancer United will be there with tools to help you at every step. Get started today! 

Where do my donations go?
All donations from Big Climb help support the mission of Blood Cancer United: to cure all blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. 

When is the fundraising deadline?
To receive a Big Climb T-shirt, you must reach $250 raised prior to the event day. You also have the opportunity to continue to fundraise after the event to further support blood Cancer United’s mission to cure blood cancer. The more you raise, the more you are rewarded. Check out the recognition page for more information. 

  

GENERAL EVENT 

What is the age minimum allowed to climb?
All participants must be 8 years of age on the day of Big Climb. There will be no exceptions to this rule. 

How do teams work?
When you sign up as a team, you are signing up to climb at the same time slot. Your team captain will submit preferences, when prompted by Blodd Cancer United, for climb times and the whole team climbs during that time. No exceptions. 

Can I change my start time?
No. All start times are final. No exceptions. 

 

DAY OF EVENT  

What time does the event start?
Doors open at 8:00 am with the first wave beginning at 9:00 am. Things will wrap up around 1:00 pm . 

Can I register on event day?
Registration will be available onsite starting from 5:00 am until 12:00 pm. Those who register in person may have to wait for an available wave time and may have to climb separately from requested participants or teams.    

Where can I park?
There is FREE parking in Lot 17 located right next to the stadium. There are also meters and other street parking located around the stadium. Please refer to Camp Randall’s parking maps on the Wisconsin Badgers website. 

Can I take public transportation to/from the event?
There is access to the stadium via public transit. Please visit the University of Wisconsin Athletics website to learn more about public transportation to the venue. 

Can I bring anything with me during the climb other than my phone?
Yes, small bags and clear bags are acceptable. Bags will be searched upon arrival. Please visit Camp Randall Stadium’s website for their bag policy. Baby carriers are also acceptable. Strollers would need to be checked at Bag Check. 

Is there a bag check area provided?
Yes, small bags and fanny packs will be allowed into the venue and can be checked at our bag check area. Please do not bring in any food or drink (sealed water bottles are okay). Bags may be searched upon entry by Camp Randall security. 

What time should I arrive?
30-45 minutes prior to your assigned start time. Please take into consideration the time it will take you to find parking. 

Where do I line up for my climb time?
Announcements will be made 15 minutes prior to your start time. 

How many steps will I be climbing?
Participants will climb 1,600 steps.  

Where are water stops?
There will be water stops placed throughout the climb. 

Will food be available at the event?
Bananas and apples will be available to climbers upon completion. 

Can my friends and family wait for me at the finish line?
Family members can wait on the field as they watch their climbers go around the stadium and cross the finish line. They will enter and exit the field through the door located next to the team store. There will be activities (games, poster decorating, cornhole, recovery zone, etc.) on the field for participants as they finish their climb as well as for those there to just watch their friends and family do the climb. 

What is the Summit Club?
The Summit Club offers an exclusive experience for climbers who have fundraised $1,000 or more prior to the event. Summit Club members will receive access to the Touchdown Club at Camp Randall and will have access to drink tickets, free food, and more! 

What do I do when I’m done climbing?
Climbers will leave the field using the door located next to the patio of the team store to get back to Base Camp once they have completed their climb. This is also where friends and family who are just there to watch will enter and exit the field. 

Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately, dogs and other animals are not allowed at the event. 

What if there is inclement weather?
If there is just rain and no lightning, the event will go on as planned. If there are storms/lightning, the event will be postponed to another date that works with the stadium as long as there is a date that works for both parties.