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Date: 8/22/2009
Accommodations:  Official accomodations at the Phoenix Inn Suites in downtown Bend.
Rates:  Special race rates will be available.  Check back soon for details.
Other lodging options available at www.visitbend.com.  Check out our facebook page for couch surfing options as well (post needs or offers)
Duration:6 and 12 hours; this race will be rogaine style meaning teams must choose between the 6 or 12 hour option and strategically choose which checkpoints to find or abandon to complete the race within the time provided.
Distance: 25-50 miles MTB and 10-15 miles of trekking depending on route choice and 6 or 12 hour race.  We're also working on 4-9 miles of flatwater paddling but still need permit approval for that leg of the race.
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Orienteering, Trail Running
Gear: You are responsible for all gear.  When we are approved for the paddle leg, a supplemental gear list for the paddle will be provided.
Registration:  Download form on registration page
Divisions: Teams of solo - 4 person in both the short course and the long course options.
Prizes:  TBD
Fees: $100 per person - early registration discount if you register before July 31 or are a BARK member.
Support: This race is fully supported.  Potable water will be available at the two transition areas; transport will be available where/ if necessary.
Parking: Parking is available at the Start/Finish
Start/ Finish:  Anounced at pre-race meeting
Schedule:  TBD
Maps: 7 1/2 minute USGS Quad maps; 1:24,000 with UTM grid on sides.  Most points will be marked on the map.  There will be 2-4 points for which you will be provided with UTM points for plotting.  A master map will be available for checking.
After party: BBQ  - free food and drinks at Start/ Finish after 12 hour race is completed.  Don't miss this BBQ!!