Please note that this page will be updated as more event information becomes available.  If you have questions, please do not hesitate to email us at events@hoodooadventures.ca

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Do I require a visa to enter Canada?

Click Here for a list of countries that require a visa to enter Canada.  Please contact us if you require a visa.  We will be working with immigration to ensure travel visas are not a barrier to compete at the World Championships Canada 2025.  

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Can I arrange alternate payment methods for race fees. 

Yes.  Please contact us at events@hoodooadventures.ca for more information. 

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Am I required to carry an additional base layer top or bottom if I am wearing them during the race?

No

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Do cycle tops and arm warmers (or cycle tights and leg warmers) meet the requirement for baselayer top and baselayer bottom?

Yes

 

Can a teammate carry my backpack? 

Yes, however, each competitor must always wear their race bib and carry a whistle.​

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Do we need a helmet on the paddling section?

Yes when packrafting on moving water. ​

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Can I use my biking helmet for the rope sections?

Yes unless a different helmet is provided by the organization at the rope section.

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Can I expect to see drinkable water in transitions?

Not necessarily. You should have a way to purify water with you at all times.

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What canoes are we going to be paddling and what kind of configuration?

Each team will have two Nova Craft prospector 17' canoes.  Canoe paddles will be provided for this stage. 

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Do you need to have competed in a qualifier race to compete in World Champs?

No.  Team members should have a minimum of 24-48 hour races on their racing resume. 

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What kinds of qualifications are required?

There may be some minimum levels of experience or training required for the ropes and river sections.  All other requirements of the team, such as first aid, can be found here: Competition Downloadable Resources | ARWS - ARWS

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What kinds of white water should we expect?

For the paddle section, there will be white water paddling up to Class 3+ in the race.  Our paddle sections have obvious portage routes around major water features.  All racers are encouraged to develop paddling skills for moving water/self rescue up to Class 3+.  We encourage participants to explore opportunities to improve their race experience by engaging in training initiatives in advance of the race. 

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Can we rent a packraft and dry suit for the race there?

YES!  You can rent these with our sponsor Mt. Waddington Outdoors:

Adventure Racing World Championships Canada Recommend Gear

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What are the rooms provided for the night prior to the race?

Accommodation on the night of the 24th will be covered.