Registration
Registrations must be submitted online. Race-day registrations at the park will NOT be available.
Racer Kit Pickup
Racers can head directly to the start line and do not have to go to the finish line to pick up their boat numbers.
Once you arrive at the start line you’ll pick up your race kit which will include your boat stickers and a copy of the Emergency action plan.
Ideally boat stickers should be placed on each side of the front of your boat. If this is not possible (e.g. for SUPs) please place the stickers somewhere visible such that timekeepers can see them easily.
As we are moving to online waiver forms, you will not need to sign these on the day of the race.
Safety Equipment
All paddlers must ensure that the following Transport Canada Required Equipment is available in their crafts:
Appropriately sized, Canadian approved Personal Flotation Devices (PFD). All paddlers are REQUIRED to WEAR their PFDs during the race. Race organizers reserve the right to disqualify anyone not wearing their PFD. The Jock River Race wishes to set the example of "Safety comes First" with respect to April water temperatures and the deadly potential of sudden cold water immersion at this time of year. NOTE: Inflatable life jackets are not permitted.
We encourage all paddlers to watch the Cold Water Boot Camp from Canadian Safe Boating Council.
Sound signaling device (e.g. pealess whistle)
15m of buoyant rope
Manual bailer
Put-In
The race put-in is located where Munster Road meets the Jock River. You may park your vehicle on the side of the road. You will need to go through a removed fence section when bringing your boat to the water. The put in at the water can be quite busy during the race, so please be mindful of others and make room by paddling to an available spot on the river when possible. Racers should aim to be on the water at least 15 minutes before their planned start.
Start LIne
The race is scheduled to start at 12:00pm. Every minute a wave of 4 or 5 boats will leave the start line. The order of boats and waves is not predefined, as such that boat number 1 does not have to be the first boat at the starting line. When you are ready, make your way to the starting line and wait for instructions (CAUTION: approach the starting rope slowly in order to avoid tipping in). The stern paddler can hold on to the starting rope while waiting for the start signal. Please be ready to provide your boat number to timekeepers.
FINISH LINE
The finish line is an imaginary line formed by two buoys placed on either side of the river at Jock River Park. As you cross the finish line timekeepers may ask for your boat number, please call it out clearly. After you cross the finish line, make your way to the left hand side of the river to remove your boat out of the water. Race staff will be available to help you move your boat to the finish area where snacks and water will be available.
Shuttle transportation
A shuttle will be available to transport racers back to the race start line location if necessary. If you plan on taking the shuttle please aware that there may be a delay as it can get busy.
Awards
An awards ceremony will be held at 2:30pm or earlier depending on the last race finish. Medals will be given to those present at the ceremony or mailed out on request to racers who cannot attend the ceremony.