Snowshoe Racing

WHEN

Sunday, January 25, 2009

WHERE

Nine Mile Forest Ski Trails 8704 Redbud Rd., Wausau, WI 54401

ENTRY FEES AND DEADLINES

SCHEDULE

Check-in:
Sunday, January 25, 2009. Begins at 10:00AM.
All competitors must check in at least 15 minutes prior to their event.

Registered athletes may pick up competitor numbers up to 15 minutes prior to their race. Weigh-ins for Mountaineer competition will be conducted at the check-in area. All competitors must check in at least 15 minutes prior to their event.

Start Time/Running Order:
4X200M relay: 11:30AM
Youth 400 meter: 11:45AM
(possible multiple heats, dependent on number of racers)
Mile Run: 1 Heat, after completion of 400m heats
5K, 10K and Mountaineer (also 10K): 1:00 pm


(Schedule subject to change, check this page for future updates.)

COMPETITION

General Rules:
5K and 10K competitors must be at least 9 years old.

Format:
Males and females compete separately.

Equipment:
Participant can request snowshoes on a first come, first served basis by calling
(608) 226-4780 Ext. 228 before Jan. 14, 2008. Limited equipment available.

Smallest snowshoe sizes allowed (any construction):

• Mountaineer class - 9" x 45"
• 9-13 age group - 7" x 22"
• All other age groups and classes - 8" x 22"
  
  Mountaineer Competition: Weight, backpack and snowshoes provided
  by the competitor. Competitors must carry a minimum of 15 pounds. Any style
  snowshoe within specified guidelines (see Equipment)

Divisions: (Age determined as of January 25, 2009)
*Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the course.

*Out of State participants are grouped in with all other participants

COMMISSIONERS

Jay Punke
Joel Braatz

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Wisconsin Sports Development Corporation
608-226-4780