"Mighty Mud Mania" began in 1976 as the "Shout It Out Decathlon," a promotional gimmick for Johnson's Wax "Shout" Spray pre-wash. The activity was held in Chaparral Park in Scottsdale and the Johnson's Wax Company provided 300 white t-shirts for the participants. Johnson's dropped the program because our Arizona mud was too tough for the pre-wash. However, the City of Scottsdale felt the activity was so successful, that the Parks and Recreation Division incorporated the event into the summer recreation program. Re-named "Mighty Mud Mania," the activity has been held since then as the culminating activity of all the Scottsdale Parks and Recreation summer programs.
Location: Chaparral Park, 5401 N. Hayden Road
(Southeast of Hayden and Jackrabbit)
Registration: Begins at 8 am the morning of the event. Teens must be present to register and a signed permission slip is required. Participation is free, but we ask that participants bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the Vista del Camino Food Bank.
Volunteer: Get muddy or just help out, we have many volunteer opportunities. If you wish to volunteer, please call or e-mail us and we will contact you about our volunteer opportunities.
Contact Information: Phone: (480) 312-2771
Email: terickson@ScottsdaleAZ.gov
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