Frequently Asked Questions

A Road Rally is a scenic drive with a purpose, a chance to enjoy a day with like-minded people, and as one participant described it, "The most intense thing I have ever done."

Considering that his, "most intense thing" was done on a public road without ever breaking any laws in a car with absolutely no modifications – it's clear that a Road Rally is much more than a simple phrase can describe.

Because events do not involve speed, teams do not need specialized equipment for their car. Often teams will do the events with only pens, paper, a wristwatch and GPS. On the rare occasion the Road Rally is held at night, a small flashlight might be needed.

A Road Rally starts months in advance when organizers plan a route for teams to follow, determine safe and legal speeds for each portion and then write up mystery-style clues for teams to follow.

When designing the route, organizers make sure to set average speeds below the speed limits for the roads traversed. Competitors should never feel the need to speed or drive unsafe. The goal of a Road Rally is precision, not risk.

When the day of the event arrives, teams will compete to see who is the best at reading the route instructions carefully, following the route, and maintaining the assigned average speeds. Road Rally teams are made up of two people with one of them – the pilot – keeping eyes on the road and the other – the co-pilot – reading directions, figuring out times and helping spot landmarks.

Competition is measured by how many checkpoints are completed based on the mystery clues given. Also awarded is a trophy for the most funds donated to the charity.

Survivor Rally is NOT a Car Race. Every team will sign a waiver. Every team must obey ALL traffic laws.

You are responsible for your vehicle. The terrain for the most part is paved roads. However, you are responsible for the wear and tear on your vehicle.

We recommend driving smoothly and carefully, make good decisions on where to place your vehicle, and don't drive over your abilities of your car or truck's capabilities. If you drive too fast, make poor driving decisions, etc., you can cause harm to you and your vehicle.

Welcome to your first experience in Rally Life! Survivor Rally is uniquely designed to provide a fun and exhilarating experience from the novice to most seasoned participants.  You will walk away from the rally feeling like you are part of a family.... because you are!

Survivor Rally family do alot of things together besides rallying. We have different social gatherings such as BBQs, bonfires, game nights, bowling and so much more.

Each day the pilot and co-pilot receives a instructions that indicate a mystery clue for each checkpoint and instructions on what is required to get points for each checkpoint. Along the course route there will be from 10 to 14 checkpoints. The score for each team is the result of the team's ability to follow the designated course instructions precisely. The course mostly avoids segments on interstate highways, opting instead for scenic local, county, and state highways whenever possible through some of the prettiest country in the United States. 

Ruth is a car enthusiasts in the Twin Cities area. Her love of vehicles comes from her father. She grew up a military brat, only child, tomboy with a wrench in one hand and a fishing pole in the other.

Ruth decided to start Survivor Rally after participating in Crown Rally and Kannonfall in 2018. She liked aspects of both rallies. But thought combining the best of both into one rally that gave back to charity would be something she could accomplish. The purpose of Survivor Rally is to give back to a charity that is near and dear to her heart. Over the years these charities have been Domestic Abuse victims, Suicide Awareness and local Cancer Patients.

100% of donations collected via the Peer-to-Peer Teams competition and the charity portion of each registration donations are given to the charity of chose for the year to be used to help local people with the cause.

For 2024, the donations will be go directly to Cancer Patients.

Registration fees for 2024 cover:

• Admin items such as advertising flyers and equipment needed to put on the event - 8%
• Charity donation - 34%
• Checkpoint costs - 12%
• Sweatshirts - 33%
• Track event costs - 13%

Any street legal, plated vehicle that can seat 2 or more people and able to drive on interstates at the posted legal speed limit is eligible to participate.

Due to legal reasons and the nature of the event the team member smust be 18 years of age or older.

• A Street Legal Vehicle covered by a current automobile insurance policy.
• 2 people (Pilot and Co-Pilot)
• GPS
• Cash
• Camera
• Helmets (if participating in the track events) - Snell or DOT rated
• Long pants and Closed toed shoes (if participating in the track events)
• Something to write with or take notes with
• Flashlight
• Comfortable clothes for the weekend
• Drinks/Munchies for the road
• Fun and Giving Spirit

A Pilot and Co-Pilot (in the same car of course) can switch places anytime and as often as they want throughout the day, as long as the Co-Pilot is age 18 or over and has a valid driver's license that is not suspended. 

Contact the directors of Survivor Rally for more information if you need to arrange a payment plan. Otherwise, full payment is due at the time of registration. You can pay via check (preferred) or via credit card through our payment processing company.

• First to Register
• Furthest Driven
• Most Charitable
• Most Points
• Most Team Spirit
• Best Theme (1st and 2nd Place)
• Endurance
• Billboard on Wheels
• Track Event Champion (Not in 2023)
• Game Night/Trivia Event Champion
• Most Dedicated
• TBD Awards Coming Soon

We encourage you to get your family and friends involved in Survivor Rally! Family and friends are welcome to be with you at the beginning launch in Minnesota. They are also welcome on the Rally if they properly fit in your vehicle. 

Due to the nature of a road rally, it is strongly discouraged to bring your pets with you. Matter-of-fact some hotels on the rally will not allow animals. Feel free to bring your human pets with you though! Check the cost of additional passengers for the year when you decide how many of these human pets you want to bring. LOL!

Exception: The ADA requires State and local government agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations (covered entities) that provide goods or services to the public to make "reasonable modifications" in their policies, practices, or procedures when necessary to accommodate people with disabilities. The service animal rules fall under this general principle. Accordingly, entities that have a "no pets" policy generally must modify the policy to allow service animals into their facilities.

If you have a service animal, please check the restaurants and hotels for that year's rally ahead of time for accommodations.

Due to the production costs, permitting fees, guarantees the organization must make per team and limited number of team spots, please understand and respect the cancellation policy you are agreeing to.

• For 2024 there is no refund of your registration fee permitted