Raid the North:
Charlevoix, Quebec
July 9 - 11, 2004
Frontier Adventure Racing returns to the Quebec City region!
After fantastic Raid the North races at Mont Ste. Anne in 2000 and
Stoneham in 2003, we are excited to be back in 2004 to Charlevoix
region of Quebec.
About Charlevoix:
With its majestic seascapes and mountainscapes, Charlevoix will
leave you spellbound. Feast your eyes upon the region's splendors:
steep cliffs, exceptional parks, charming villages nestled against
mountain slopes and the stately manoir. This enchanting spot has
long inspired painters, poets, writers and musicians. Imagine the
joy of heading out under an endless sky that extends from the waters
of the St. Lawrence. This magical region, home to Canada's
earliest holiday resorts, is renowned for its hospitality and its
numerous friendly inns.
 Designated
a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, Charlevoix owes its magnificent
geography to a 15-billion ton meteorite that fell to earth 350
million years ago. Explore the region's two huge parks: the Parc
national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie, with its
valleys slicing through the mountains, and the Parc national des
Grands-Jardins, which boasts the taiga and the tundra. If you're
a hiking, cross-county skiing or snowshoeing enthusiast, why not
tackle the challenge of the Traversée de Charlevoix
(Charlevoix crossing), a glorious 60-km (37-mi.) wilderness trail
dotted with shelters in the Charlevoix hinterland, or the Sentier
des Caps (headland tail), with its awe-inspiring view of the St.
Lawrence River. Downhill skiers, snowboarders and telemarkers will
meet their match in the Le Massif, in the town of Petite-Rivière-Saint-François,
the mountain boasting the highest vertical drop east of the Rockies.
About Canyon Ste. Anne (our Host Site):
The Canyon of the Sainte-Anne Falls is located in the municipality
of St.Joachim, about forty kilometers east of Quebec City. It is at
the crossroads of the tourist regions of the Beaupré Coast and
Charlevoix. At this spot the Sainte-Anne-du-Nord River, springing
from the Grands Jardins sector of the Provincial Laurentide Park,
plunges into rocky gorges with vertiginous walls. It is an
ideal location to host a fantastic race! You can find more
information about the area at
http://www.canyonste-anne.qc.ca/english.html
| Date: |
July 9 - 11, 2004 |
| Directions: |
CLICK HERE to find out how to get to
Canyon Ste. Anne, QC. |
| Weather: |
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| Registered Teams: |
Please click
[HERE]
for the list of registered teams. |
| Registration: |
Registration opens Monday, March 1 at noon EST.
REGISTER FAST! The first 10 teams to register and pay in full for each
Raid the North race will receive four entries to win prizes including:
A Simon River Sports canoe!
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| Accommodations: |
Chalets Montmorency at Mont Ste Anne
We have found some amazing chalets -- perfect for you and your team!
All chalets are very close to our base camp, and have lots of space for your
gear. They also have a TV, phone, full kitchens, living rooms with
fireplaces, balconies, shared laundry, and lots of bathrooms. Also,
the larger units have laundry in-suite, and there is a pool, hot tub, and sauna
for everyone. It's a great spot, and a great deal!
RATES:
| Studios (sleeps 1-2) |
$50 |
| 1 bedroom condo (2 beds) |
$50 |
| 2 bedroom condo (4 beds) |
$100 |
| 3 bedroom condo (4-5 beds) |
$135 |
| 4 bedroom condo (6-8 beds) |
$180 |
| 5 bedroom condo (6-8 beds) |
$225 |
To book your accommodations, please contact the Chalet directly at:
1.800.463.2612 //
www.chaletsmontmorency.com
Make sure to mention that you are a team for the race!
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| Race Documents: |
NEW!
Volunteer
Update #1 [PDF]
NEW!
Competitor Update #2 [PDF]
Competitor Update #1 [PDF] |
| Cost: |
$1680 CDN per team. A deposit of $680 is required within 2 weeks after
registering online in order to secure your position. The balance is due 6
weeks before the race. |
| What's Included: |
Performance race shirts, race jerseys, sponsor swag, post race banquet and
awards, camping facility before and after race, all watercraft |
| Unsupported Option: |
For $250 CDN, we will supply your team with support for the race. |
| Format: |
150 km, 24 - 36 hrs non-stop, supported, regular and advanced
racecourse option |
| Categories: |
Coed teams of four (18 years of age or older) |
| Disciplines: |
Trekking, Mountain Biking, Paddling, Rappelling |
| Prizing: |
1st place: $1,000 CDN and free entry to the RTN: Canadian Championship
2nd place: $500 CDN and 50% off your entry to the RTN: Canadian Championship
3rd place: 25% off your entry to the RTN: Canadian Championship
4th place: 15% off your entry to the RTN: Canadian Championship
5th place: 10% off your entry to the RTN: Canadian Championship
PLUS -
The top 5 teams will win medals and prizes from Salomon, Seal Skinz, Fast Fuel, Princeton Tec,
Suunto and other sponsors
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| Gear List: |
Click [HERE] to download
the 2004 Raid the North Gear List.
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Simon River Sports
Kayak Paddle Rentals: |
FAR Inc has created the SRS Paddle
Rental Programme so that more people can enjoy the incredible
difference of kayak paddles. Each is universally adjustable and
breaks down to either 3 or 5 pieces.
Shark: $25 per paddle
Hammer:
$20 per paddle
Rebel: $15 per paddle
E-mail srs@far.on.ca to reserve yours!
Rental fleet of 36 paddles - 12 of each
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| 2004
Raid the North events: |
RTN: French River, ON
RTN: Charlevoix, QC
RTN: Silver Star Resort (Vernon, BC)
RTN Canadian Championship: Calabogie Peaks, ON
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