Storm the Trent Racer Update #2

April 17, 2012

 

 

Dear Storm'ers

Just four weeks to go until our favorite time of the year - the countdown to this year's Storm the Trent is on!
 
Over the Easter weekend, we were absolutely spoiled with the best pre-race course-check conditions we've ever experienced. The trails are just bone-dry - better even than when we last saw them in the Fall!  Barring any major weather changes over the coming weeks (and Mother Nature OWES us some good weather this year!) you can likely expect much of the same for Race Weekend.  Ooh la, la!
 
Just a few final reminders as you begin your preparations for May 12-13:

 

 

Meet Your 2012 STT Host Site

This year's awesome host site at Trudeau's Park Resort has got your Race Day or Race Weekend needs covered!
 
- Buffet Breakfast - open at 7:00am Sat/Sun
- Restaurant and ATM on-site
- Showers and cash bar post-race
- On-site camping (pre-booking required)
 
Regarding on-site camping - please note that this must be booked in advance with the resort owners.  Fire pits, firewood and ice are also available.  Please contact the Trudeau's at 613-478-5511 to book your site.
 
 

A Few Key Things To Remember

If you have not yet reviewed them, please please PLEASE have a quick read of the racer information packages, so that you come prepared to race!
 
Trek Elite package - click here
Trek package - click here
Hike package - click here
 
These kits contain the mandatory gear lists for each race, which outline the key items which all teams must have in order to take part.  Please have a look and gather your gear!
 
And a quick reminder to racers in the Sunday 'Hike' event of the mandatory pre-race bike drop in the Hamlet of Stoco.  Don't have a clue what we're talking about?  Read the racer package!
 
 

Teammate Changes - Please Let Us Know!

Members of a team may be changed, but we do need to know who's coming and who's not.  Please forward any changes to your team roster as soon as you possibly can, by contacting us at info@stormevents.ca
 
Please also note that as per our refund policy, (available by clicking here) we are no longer offering refunds or transfers of entry fees.
 
 

Adventure Race Training Clinics

It's not too late to get some hands-on adventure race training before Race Day!  Long-time Storm Racing partners Hark Events are hosting a series of AR training courses, with one  very conveniently scheduled in the weeks before Storm the Trent on Sunday April 29th. 
 
For more details, visit 

 

 

TOC Mob Match Event - April 22nd

The 2012 Mob Match, brought to you by the Toronto Orienteering Club, is a great pre-Storm event to brush up on your navigation skills. The Mob Match offers an orienteering clinic, as well as a challenging main event for experienced racers.
 
This inexpensive event is open to all and free to all Toronto Orienteering Club members. Online registration will close this Friday, April 20 at 6 pm. For registration and membership information, visit www.toronto-orienteering.com  
As always, please feel free to contact us at info@stormevents.ca if you have any questions we can help you with in the weeks ahead.  Safe travels up to Tweed - we'll see you race weekend!!
 
Sean Roper
Race Director