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2008 Walt Disney World Expedition Everest Challenge Photos: Disney Press Photos

DRESSED FOR THE OCCASION (September 27, 2008) -- Suzy Q, the emcee for the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge, is dressed to conquer the conditions. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Scott Miller) ALONG THE MOUNTAIN PATH (September 27, 2008) -- Dave Parfitt (241), 39 of Rochester, NY enjoys a stroll along the course at Disney's Animal Kingdom with the Expedition Everest attraction in the background. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Scott Miller) THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE (September 27, 2008) -- Participants scale one of the many obstacles they faced during the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Preston Mack) WE ARE NOT LOST (September 27, 2008) -- Team Wildflowers, which consisted of Rachael Heitman and Amanda Clevenger,both from Pensacola, Fla., enjoy a laugh during the scavenger hunt at the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Scott Miller) AND THEY ARE OFF (September 27, 2008) -- (Photo l-r) Charles Bishop Jr. (28) of Edwater Park, N.J., Scott Richards (35) of Boca Raton, Fla., Angel Villalobos (122) from Garrochales, P.R. and Kendra Miller (272) of Clearwater, Fla. begin their adventure during the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Preston Mack) HI MOM (September 27, 2008) -- (Photo l-r) Team Camo Fators, which consisted of Shelby Chambliss and Amy Boyd (781), both from Pensacola, Fla., along with and Team Spittin' Camels, which included Teri Woodham and Rhiannon Lewis (895) from Williston, Fla. prepare to tackle the many challenges that await them during the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Preston Mack) FEMALE WINNER (September 27, 2008) -- Lisa Ngai, 25 of Scottsdale, Ariz., poses with the trophy after winning the individual women's division at the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Ngai won in a time of 48:04 finishing nearly four minutes ahead of the next female competitor. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Preston Mack) MALE WINNER (September 27, 2008) -- Thomas Kish, 37 of Woodstock, Ga., poses with the trophy after winning the individual men's division at the Inaugural Expedition Everest Challenge event at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Kish took home top honors as he finished the course at 45:22 besting the nearest competitor by over three minutes. More than 3,000 runners participated in Disney's first ever urban race that took place Saturday night, Saturday 27, at Disney's Animal Kingdom near Orlando, Fla. The runners began with a 5K run through the theme park, then transitioned to an obstacle course and finished with a scavenger hunt that required a "passport," creating the ultimate test of physical stamina as well as intellectual endurance. At the finish, each competitor received a commemorative medal shaped like a compass and enjoyed an exclusive post-race party along with family and friends that featured a deejay and provided the opportunity to enjoy the following attractions: Expedition Everest, DinoLand and Khali River Rapids. (credit: Preston Mack)