Swampy Donkey AR (6-9hr)

The race is located in Falcon Lake, Manitoba. Registration occurs in the town site the night before the race and more details will follow prior to the race as to exact locations

THE RACE

The race will take between 6 hours and 9 hours depending on your rate of travel (the average team takes 7 to 8 hrs)and cover approx. 50-60 km. Teams of three travel together throughout the race course. Your team will carry a passport that you will have stamped at each checkpoint.

MAPS

Only maps supplied by race organizers are allowed. You will receive a 1:50 000 topographical map. You may also receive more detailed maps of one or more sections of the race. Knowledge of how to take a bearing with a compass and plot a 6 digit UTM is mandatory. You will also receive a set of written instructions to aid you in getting from one CP (Checkpoint) to the next. Please refer to them often!

DISCIPLINES

trekking

Your feet will get wet - oh, and muddy... Most teams leave on their wet shoes and socks for the entire race. The trekking may be on trails, off trails, on roads or on side roads.

biking

Biking terrain can include roads, secondary roads, double track trails and single track trails. The biking portion can range from easy to intermediate to quite technical. Depending on your skill, some sections may be better walked with your bike.

paddling

Paddling will be on flat lake water. You must wear your PFD at all times. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you bring some type of middle seat for the third person in your boat.

special tasks

Through out the race course you may be given instructions to complete special tasks. No special skills will be required.