YARRA SERIES SLALOM RACE 1
Sunday 24th March 2024
Fitzsimons Lane Bridge, Templestowe
The event includes a beginner’s race along with the traditional Yarra Series Slalom.
Event Program
Saturday 23rd March:
- 2:30pm – Course set up. Please come and help, the event wont happen without it
- 4:00pm – Free Practice – Clubs/Individuals to provide own safety
Sunday 24th March:
- 8:00am – Course Closed and Bib Collection
- 8:15am – Briefing for competitors, parents, judges, volunteers
- 8:30am – Beginners’ runs (2 runs)
- 9:30am – Start of first runs
- Second Runs
- Pack up and Presentation estimated at 12:30pm
Beginner’s Race
Novice paddlers are invited to participate in the first Beginners Race for 2024. It is aimed at paddlers who are just starting kayaking, to assist in developing their skills and provide them with an introduction to racing. All paddlers will get two runs on a simplified course with timing and judging. There will be plenty of coaches and safety to ensure everyone has a great time.
Entry Information
The Beginners’ Race is free. The regular Yarra Series Race is $25.
Entries can be made using the links Beginners Race (even though entry is free, follow the cart process through to completion) or Yarra Series Race 1
Close of Entries
Online entries close 9pm Thursday 21st March. Online entries can be made after that time at a cost of $30. Entries may be taken on the day until 8:00 (Cost $30), no entries will be taken after that time. Online entries assist in helping the event run smoothly. Messing around with the start lists on race day can cause delays and is a hassle we don’t need.
Results
Results will be available on the day and also posted on the Paddle Victoria Website (News Section) and on the Canoe Slalom Victoria Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/267054907129261
Further Information
Ivanhoe Gramme and Melbourne Canoe Club Paddlers: Leanne McLaughlan (melbournecanoeclubenquiries@gmail.com)
Event Organisers (Victorian Slalom Technical Committee): vicslalomtechcommittee@gmail.com
