FAQ

What type of equipment do I need?*

Check the complete list with Mandatory and Recommended Gear List here

* A complete list will be also mailed upon registration

What is Mountain Bike Orienteering?

http://www.orienteering.org/brief_m.htm

Who can do the race?

You must be at least 14 years of age to compete. If you are between 14 and 18, a parent or guardian must accompany you to and from the race and sign all waiver forms.

In the OPEN course younger than 14 years children can participate along with their parent/s

How do I sign up my team for the West Coast Adventure Race?

1. Submit a registration form with payment through the mail, or

2. Use our online registration trough Sporg. Click here

Is there a cut off time?

Yes, each stage has different cut off times. Cut off times are variable and may be determined by race officials for any reason.

What if the weather is bad?

This race takes place no matter what the weather.

What happens if a member of our team drops out of the race?

The rest of your team can continue the race. However, your team cannot win the race.

Can we use a two person kayak?

Yes

Can we use any other type of boat?

As long as it's not oar locked or motorized.

How do we get a kayak?

You can either bring your own or you can rent one from the shops in Maple Ridge.

What about first aid and safety?

First aid attendants from St John Ambulance and Search and Rescue Maple Ridge team will be at certain locations throughout the course to ensure rapid response to any emergency situation.

What if I get lost?

There will be a series of checkpoints along the course, if you fail to make a checkpoint within a reasonable amount of time, we will send search and rescue out to find you. Make sure you stay on the trails and if you are truly lost STOP and use your whistle so we can easily locate you.

Will there be a Bag check at the beginning of the Race?

YES

Are there any wildlife hazards?

Bears and cougars.

Are we allowed support personnel to help us during the race?

No support personnel will be allowed along the race course except at the transition points, and start and finish lines. Time penalties will be handed out to teams in violation. Teams must be fully self-sufficient and plan provisions accordingly.

Will there be any water stations?

Yes. At the central hub and transition areas. Also, there will be no food along the course. Adventure racing requires racers to be completely self-sufficient.

What do we win?

First place in each category will be awarded with :

• Free Entry to West Coast Adventure Race 2005

• 2004 UOA seasonal pass. It gives you 15% off all UOA events and free entry to all 12 Thursday evening Urban Orienteering Adventure Races.

Second place: 

• Free Entry to Brandywine O' Challenge.

• 2004 UOA seasonal pass.

Third place:

• 2004 UOA seasonal pass.

Many prizes donated from our sponsors.

What accommodations are available?

There will be motels, hotels, B&Bs, camping, or cabins. More details to come. 

Racer Safety

• Your safety is our primary concern. Wilderness first aid and search and rescue personnel will be on hand. An emergency reaction plan with local search and rescue will be in place. All participants are accounted for as they pass each transition point.
• Cut off times may be enforced to ensure racer and volunteer safety. Cut off times include designated time limits, snow, freezing rain, fog, race course conditions, remaining light or any number of circumstances that may arise the day of the event. With this in mind the course is designed to allow most competitors to finish.
• Adventure Racing is not without danger. It is however your responsibility to know your limits and to put safety first! In many instances you are not competing against other entrants but against Mother Nature. We will do our best to ensure a safe and enjoyable event.