Get ready to race in one of the sweetest venues around! The Hershey Hustle brings the excitement of PICL to the iconic town of Hershey, PA. This brand-new race features a dynamic course with twists, turns and plenty of flowy fun. With the backdrop of Hershey’s rich history and charm, participants can expect a thrilling experience paired with the delicious allure of the Chocolate Capital of the World.
** Looking for extra family fun or team building on our event weekend? Click this link and use promo code PICL for discounted tickets to Hershey Park.
** Families or teams looking to book a room block can email Danielle at Danielle@hhsportsandevents.com. See “Lodging” below for more details.
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Schedules are tentative and subject to change.
UPDATED 10/8/25 @ 8:15 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM Pit Zone Drop Off Open*
8:00 AM MS Only Pre-Ride Open
9:30 AM Pit Zone Drop Off Closed*
9:30 AM Last Call for Pre-Ride Start
9:30 AM HC/TD Meeting at Trailer^
10:00 AM Pre-Ride Closed & All Riders Off Course
10:15 AM Staging MS Adv & 8th Boys
10:30 AM Racing Begins
11:25 AM Staging MS Adv, 8th, 7th & 6th Girls & MS 1-Lap
Awards MS Adv & 8th Boys
12:35 PM Staging 7th Boys
Awards MS Adv, 8th, 7th & 6th Girls
1:30 PM Staging 6th Boys
Awards 7th Boys
2:45 PM Racing Concludes
Awards 6th Boys
TTC Individual 6th - 8th Grade
3:30 PM HS Only Pre-ride Open
5:00 PM Pre-ride Closed
Awards will take place continuously throughout the day at the podium arch.
*Pit Zone Access Passes Only
^Each team must have a HC, TD or delegate present.
Sunday
7:30 AM Pit Zone Drop Off Open*
8:00 AM HS Only Pre-Ride Open
8:30 AM Last Call for Pre-ride Start
8:30 AM HC/TD Meeting at Trailer^
9:00 AM Pit Zone Drop Off Closed*
9:00 AM Pre-Ride Closed & All Riders Off Course
9:15 AM Staging V & JV1 Boys
9:30 AM Racing Begins
10:55 AM Staging V, JV1, JV2 & JV3 Girls & HS 1-Lap
Awards V & JV1 Boys
12:35 PM Staging JV2 Boys
Awards V, JV1, JV2 & JV3 Girls
2:00 PM Staging JV3 Boys
Awards JV2 Boys
3:30 PM Racing Concludes
Awards JV3 Boys
East Blue JV2 Boys & D1 Team
Central D1 Team
TTC Individual 9th - 12th Grade
TTC Team
TTC Captains
Team State Champions
Super Team
Seniors
Photo Ops (GRiT, JAR, Coaches, Teams)
Awards will take place continuously throughout the day at the podium arch.
*Pit Zone Access Passes Only
^Each team must have a HC, TD or delegate present.
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Online registration closes the Tuesday before the event at 8:00 PM. No day of registration.
In order to participate in this event, students must be fully registered and paid for this event in NICA Pit Zone.
If you have not yet been invited to register, please contact your Head Coach/Team Director. Independent riders, please contact PICL Registration at registration@pamtb.org. For questions regarding the NICA Pit Zone, please use this form.
DO NOT check-in at the Information tent. Riders will get number plates from their Head Coach/Team Director prior to their first event.
DO NOT lose or throw away your number plate. You will use this for every event. There is a $10 fee to replace number plates if lost or forgotten. Replacements are available at the Information tent. -
If pre-riding prior to event weekend, this is the proposed route, but some connections between trails have not yet been completed. Please ride on designated trails only.
This venue is public.
If choosing to pre-ride prior to event weekend, use trailhead parking (linked). If vehicles need to spill over, please use the adjacent gravel storage lot on Reservoir Dr.
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Pre-rides are for course preview and should be ridden respectfully at a responsible pace during designated times. Always yield to event staff.
Student-athletes and coaches on course during pre-ride must have their number/coach plate affixed to their bike.
Pre-ride groups are expected to maintain NICA ratio guidelines. Student-athletes may not pre-ride alone.
Riding the course in the days and weeks leading up to the event weekend is permitted. If the course is on private property, please obtain permission from the land manager/owner beforehand. If the course is on public property and you’ll be riding in a large group, please notify the land manager/owner prior to arrival.
Please use care while riding public and private trails as our representation of PICL and NICA greatly impacts relationships with venues and their park and trail users.
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Pit Zone Parking is open to Pit Zone Access Pass holders. The designated time for unload is during these times:
Saturday 7:30 - 9:30 AM
Sunday 7:30 - 9:00 AM
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Park in designated areas only per Infield Map. Handicap parking is available.
Be respectful and follow directions of all on-site parking volunteers, staff and signs. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and will result in immediate expulsion from the event.
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Volunteering keeps you close to the action while helping to ensure the event is a success. Positions are available throughout the event - there’s a spot for everyone!
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP LINK IS HERE!
Once you’re signed up, fill out the volunteer waiver, so you’re ready to roll upon arrival.
Not sure which position is right for you? Check out the descriptions and training videos by clicking here.
Still have questions? Email PICL Volunteering at volunteer@pamtb.org.
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While PICL racing will be on eastern side of the HMC Trail System, there are additional trails on the western side of the network that are open to the public during our event.
These trails may include a variety of drops and ramps that may encourage riders to get their wheels off the ground and reach beyond their skill set. This part of the HMC trail network is NOT part of PICL activities for the weekend and any injuries that may occur as a result of riding them are not covered by PICL/NICA insurance.
Riding the HMC Trail System is at your own risk and the parents/guardians of riders assume the risk and responsibility for their riders.
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Moe’s Slice Of Life
Tricycle Food Truck
Hresko’s BBQ Pit
Alabaster Coffee
Speckled Moose - Sunday only
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From Hershey & Harrisburg Visitor’s Bureau:
Looking for things to do in PA? A trip to the Hershey Harrisburg Region is filled with incredible things to see and do. Find endless entertainment among the best family attractions in PA, from coasters and chocolate tastings to learning something new in a museum. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Adventure Trail to discover miles of hiking and biking trails, and places to paddle with kayaks and canoes. Our wineries offer twists on traditional flavors, beautiful scenery, and lots of live music. Craft breweries on the new Brew Barons Beer Trail are hopping with hundreds of flavorful varieties. (Bonus! Earn great prizes by using the Brew Barons app and checking in as you go!)
If you don’t usually factor in your sweet tooth during the travel planning phase, now’s the time to reassess! The Chocolate & More Sweet Treat Trail features everything from your favorite HERSHEY’S candies and attractions to old-fashioned corner candy stores and cafes. Taste your way through our region! -
While there is no camping on-site at Hershey, there are several campgrounds in the area including Hershey Park Camping Resort, Hershey KOA, Hershey RV Park, and Thousand Trails. Check out Visit Hershey & Harrisburg to find more.
If you’re looking to book a hotel room, please check out this message from the Hershey & Harrisburg Visitor’s Bureau:
The first step in planning your getaway is deciding where to stay! Find a sweet spot to rest your head at one of our Hershey Pa. hotels, close to Hersheypark®, Hershey’s Chocolate World, and all the Hershey area attractions. Whether you prefer a hotel experience that’s four stars or camping under four thousand stars, the accommodations in Hershey fit your trip needs!
Staying in the city? Hotels in the Harrisburg area have everything you need for an urban adventure. Best of all, you’re within walking distance to our restaurants (yum!) and attractions (awesome!) like national museums, City Island, and the State Capitol. From skyscraper luxury hotels to cozy riverfront bed & breakfasts, discover the hospitality of Harrisburg.
** Teams looking to book a room block can email Danielle at Danielle@hhsportsandevents.com.
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It is your responsibility to read and understand the Event and Venue Rules and Reminders, as well as the PA Handbook.
Penalties will be assessed to individuals and teams for breaking and disregarding rules at NICA events. Penalties may include loss of individual or team points, time penalties, and event expulsion. Inappropriate behavior is not tolerated toward any volunteer, staff member, or other community member.
General Event and Venue Rules• Garbage - Pack it in, Pack it out.
• Staging area is for riders and coaches, ONLY. Parents can head to the start, finish, and fan zones.
• NO parking in Infield or Pit Zone.
• NO bike riding in Infield or Pit Zone - WALK your bike.
• NO smoking, fires, alcohol, gas generators, inappropriate language, or dogs (except clearly marked service dogs) in Infield or Pit Zone.
• NO conflicts and disputes in Infield or Pit Zone.
• Leashed dogs are permitted at public venues outside of Infield and Pit Zone unless otherwise specified.
• Gas grills are permitted at venues in Fan Zones unless otherwise specified.
• For Drone Policy, see the PA Handbook.
Camping
For PICL events being held at established campgrounds, please follow all campground rules regarding check-in, check-out, quiet hours, etc. which are set and enforced by the campground staff.
For PICL events that offer camping via partnership with the venue, the following rules apply:
• You MUST pre-register.• Camping is on your own and at your own risk.
• Camping is ONLY family camping - riders MUST camp with parents.
• Quiet time is 9 PM to 7 AM.
• NO gas generators overnight.
NICA and PICL Reminders
Event details are subject to change. Please check back often for the most current information.PICL reserves the right to modify or cancel events should it be deemed necessary to do so. The league will notify event attendees via email and social media should modifications be required. Please make sure that you are receiving these communications; see FAQs for more information.
Safety
Incident reports are mandatory whenever a student-athlete or coach is injured during a NICA activity if any of the following occurs:
• Medical care is received
• Time lost from work or school
• Time lost from practice beyond day of event
NICA Insurance coverage is for registered student-athletes and registered coaches injured while participating in sanctioned PICL/NICA event activities. Please see the FAQs for more information. -
This EAP form and its contents are intended for use ONLY by trained NICA Coaches and Event Staff for the purpose of holding NICA Activities and Events. This EAP form is intended to be shared only by a NICA Licensed Coach and Staff Member via a NICA official communication or webpage. If you have not received these materials directly from NICA, NICA does not warrant, either expressly or impliedly, the accuracy, timelessness, or appropriateness of the information contained in these materials and, further, NICA disclaims any responsibility for content errors, omissions, or infringing material and disclaims any responsibility associated with relying on the information provided in these materials.