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An adrenaline-pumping race with a good cause -- members of the Bone Frog committee hold their recent $11,340 donation for the Navy SEAL Foundation.

(Courtesy of Navy Seal Bone Frog Challenge)

The third annual Navy SEAL Bone Frog Challenge is coming to Staten Island Oct. 4 as CEO Brian Carney brings the nearly nine-mile test of endurance and strength to the men and women of New York City.

Over 1,000 people ran the most recent Bone Frog Challenge in the New England area and Carney is expecting an even greater turnout here with many former SEALs looking to help raise awareness for various charities.

With a surplus of $11,000 in charity donations garnered from their last event, an even higher yield is aspired for this upcoming race.

The event will take place at the Henry Kaufman Campgrounds, Sea View, and is highlighted by 36 Navy SEAL inspired obstacles that are scattered throughout the course.

Those who sign-up will join U.S. Navy SEALs in waves of races that occur throughout the day in 15-minute intervals from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Participants will be able to form an official relay-team beforehand or create one on the spot at the event.

"You get what it really feels like to be a SEAL," Carney said of the course.

Carney's six deployments with the SEAL teams allowed him and his partner (currently deployed) to create a race that simulates the intensity that many members of the military take on.

The official Bone Frog website warns "You will get muddy. You will get beat up. You will be exhausted. But you will finish."

Though the obstacles were originally intended to challenge Navy SEALs, the race is not reserved for just military members.

"We have police and firefighters that get involved as well. We're totally open to the public," Carney remarked.

The entire event is meant to not just challenge the participants, but to inspire those involved to recognize their true potential through teamwork and effort. The course is a test of one's physical and mental resilience.

The event has an atmosphere that extends beyond that of just the race itself. An after-party with live music, food and drinks, and various vendors on site close out the event in an enjoyable and relaxing manner.

And given the daunting amount of time many SEALs are subject to spend away from their families, the event is certain to be a family-friendly atmosphere with entertainment provided for all ages. An additional kid-friendly course will be available with toned-down obstacles.

Visit bonefrogchallenge.com to register.