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Val Morin, Quebec June 21 st 2008( registration will open January 1st 2008)
2km for the 10 years old and under
Approximately 10km
Approximately 21 Km (1/2 Marathon )
Approximately 42 km ( Marathon )
Jacqueline Gareau ; Olympian and winner of the Boston Marathon in 1980 will be the honouraryPresident
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What to expect: Val Morin is an exceptional setting for a race like The UltimateXc. Better known for it’s cross country skiing, it is also a trail running Meca. Rock formation in the area make this site an amazing playground. The largest yoga center in the world is also located in Val Morin. The race will take place the same day as the Saint Jean Batiste(Quebec provincial holiday or the equivalent of July 4th in the USA) and so the kids will have tons of stuff to do. We even have Mom covered by having a day care center to make sure Mom can go run her race while the little one’s have fun getting their faces painted or by being entertained by a magician Some guided canoe rides will take place in the afternoon going from the race site to Lac Raymond where you will be able to swim on the beach. On Saturday night, a live band as well as the best fireworks in the laurentian will set the mood for the largest party ever organsised at a running race. Make sure to book your lodging for Saturday night, you will not want to go back home.
Race Director's note: This is a trail marathon, and using the word trail is stretching it. The course is design in such a way that one section is actually a bushwhack from flagging tape to flagging tape. Another section will take you through a series of huge bolder going up and down 20 to 30 feet at a time. Only the adventurous with a good sense of humor should sign up for this race. If you always dreamt to play in the wood while going through obstacle course, this is for you.
This is a Trail run ( commonly know as a cross country). If you have been running at high school level or university in cross country you are in for a surprise. This is not like running on Mount Royal or a nice manicured trail.You will get muddy and wet. This event is design to go back to the sources where the “coureur des bois” or “Fur trader”made a living by navigating the extreme terrain.
This edition of The UltimateXc is designed as an introduction to trail running. We will have a 4 hour cut off time at the ½ way point on the Marathon and a 3 hour at the ½ way point on the half marathon.
Due to difficult terrain, aid stations are spaced every 3 to 4 miles. It is advisable to run with a water bottle.
Elisa Rietzschel Race Director
Rule of Thumb: If you are sick of running on the road… This is for you. If you are afraid of getting dirty… you would be better off staying home
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Check In: Race bibs and envelope pick-up is on Friday, June 20th , between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm and Saturday morning between 6.00 am and 10.00 am at race headquarters in the center of town depending which race you have signed up for.
Race meeting for the 2km : 10.30 am
Race Meeting for the 10Km 9.30 am
Race Meeting for ½ 8.30 am
Race Meeting for the full 7.30 am
ALL RACERS MUST ATTEND RACE MEETING
Race start marathon: 8am
Race Start for the ½ 9.00 am
Race Start for the 10Km: 10 am
Race Start for the 2km: 11.am
Distances and times: Since the terrain is not exactly what you’re used to running in a standard marathon, expect to have a significantly slower time This is impossible to get the exact distance right. For instance the 10km could end up being a 13km. The half Marathon could be a 25km and the full marathon could be a bit shorter or longer depending of the route that we will find. Keep an open mind because we can guarantee you that the distance advertise will not be the right one.
This is all about a great adventure not about the exact distance
Aid stations: We will have water, energy food and drinks approximately every 5 Km on the course.
Spectators: We will have some volunteers positioned at the finish line with instruction sheets on how to track racers along the course.
Course sweep: The course will be patrolled, swept, and supervised by volunteers No one will be left behind.
Awards: Medals will be given to all finishers on the marathon and the 1/2. Top 3 male and female in Open and Master Category will get gold, silver and bronze. Top 3 positions on the 10km will get medals. All kids will get a ribbon
Award Ceremony: 2.00 Pm
When: Saturday, June 21st 2008
Where: Val Morin ,Quebec. It is approximately 45 minutes north of Montreal on highway 15.International Airport is the closest
How Much
Before April 1st 2nd April to May 1st 2nd ofMay toJune 1st 2nd of June to June 15th
Marathon $75.00 $95.00 $115.00 $125.00
½ Marathon $60.00 $80.00 $85.00 $95.00
10Km $30.00 $40.00 $45.00 $55.00
2km : $5.00 dollars, registration online will be accepted but we will also allow registration up until the morning of the race for the kids
Activities all Day:
The makeup artists: Faceination renowned for its participations in world renowned events will be circulating amongst the public in order to set up their circle of makeup.
What is the circle of makeup? A group of approximately 20 volunteers are invited to form a circle, in which 2 artists circulate from face to face and paint faces in a successive layered manner.
The Moulin à vent will present the old fair games. An attraction which involves street performances as well as the public young and old. A very interesting, interactive show!!
The group Aveladeen proposes a travel through time with performances highlighting Quebec’s musical origin’s, including instrumental and original pieces. A feast for the ears and feet.
The most impressive fireworks of the region will be held at 22:00. Of course Val-Morin’s reputation for the best fireworks in the Laurentians is very well known. A stimulating and unforgettable lightshow for the eyes.
Fee Include: CoolMax T-shirt for all participants for the 1/2 marathon and the marathon registered by June 1st, aid station water, energy food and drink, post-race meal, medals for all finishers on the marathon and ½ marathon. Medals for top 3 positions in the 10km and ribbons for the kids
Mandatory prior to registration: Sharpen your sense of humor.
Registration will be online only: Registration will open January 1st 2008
no registration will be accepted after June15th, 2008.
NO REGISTRATION ACCEPTED AFTER JUNE 15TH, 2008 - NO EXCEPTIONS!
Refund policy: No refund or transfer either between racers or from one year to the next will be possible after registration.
Accommodations: See our lodging link on the web site (*coming soon).
Camping/RV: Local camping will be listed soon on our lodging section of the web site
Lost and Found: We will have a lost and found section at the race site . Any item left behind will NOT BE SHIPPED BACK.
Parking: There is very limited parking in the area. We will have specific parking locations. Please respect the signage.
Toilet: Use Portta Potties. Please do not water the lawns.
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