She used to have a media race, with local tuxedo-clad celebrities hamming it up. I know that when I ran it, my heart was beating so hard. Erickson plans to introduce several activities for post-obstacle course fun. With some hay, mud, and the help of a local Native American man, kids will build a mud house. I've been wanting to do that for a couple of years.
Local sponsors provide free candy and other treats.
It seems Erickson's crew has thought of everything to ensure the kids have a fun, safe day. Participants must wear a shirt and lace-up shoes. Those who show up shirtless or shoeless can borrow from Erickson's stash of leftover garments from previous Manias, as well as items from her own closet. Once, she even took the shoes off of her own feet and gave them to a kid who had no footwear. She never got them back.