2017 ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
2017 ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD MASTERS CUP
INC. AFRICAN CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP
BULLETIN NO. 2
14 APRIL 2017
PIETERMARITZBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
4 – 10 SEPTEMBER 2017
WWW.WMC2017.CO.ZA
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All systems GO for ICF Canoe
Marathon World Championships
It’s all systems go for the
ICF Canoe Marathon World
Championships at Camps
Drift from 7 to 10 September 2017 as NCC moves in
to ensure the global showcase is hosted successfully
and with the intended warm
hospitality.
The committee plans to
make sure the event runs
smoothly and creates
unforget­table memories for
the athletes, their families
and spectators attending the
seven day spectacle.
Primarily we want to make
sure the whole event has a
unique­ly South African feel. We
have such a vibrant culture in
this country and we want to
show that culture to everyone
at the event. Plans for the athletes village and boat storage
facilities that will supplement
the facilities at Camps Drift are
in an advanced stage.
Now that our domes­tic river
marathon season is winding
down, we can focus all our
energy on the World Champs
in Septem­ber. We have a great
committee that is working
flat-out, busy doing what they
need to do.
We are on schedule now, after
a little catching up and the
Chairman of the organising committee Steve Botha. Plans are well on track for the 2017 ICF World Marathon
Championships at Camps Drift in Pietermaritzburg - 4th to 10th of Septemeber.
“The venue is looking fantastic and we are looking forward to welcoming everyone to sunny South Africa.”
venue is look­ing fantastic.
There is new grass laid for the
portage and it all looks of a
very high standard.
September is an awesome time of the year in Pietermaritzburg. It is Spring but
before
the heavy rains, and Camps
Drift will be fantas­tic at that
time.
The week long competi­tion will
start with the tradi­tional Masters Cup races for Veteran and
Master age group paddlers
and para athletes, before the
spotlight shifts to the junior,
Under 23 and senior men and
women.
We are really looking forward
to welcoming everyone to the
World Marathon Champs in
September,.
The ICF Canoe Marathon World
Championships will be held at
Camps Drift in Pieter­
maritzburg from 4 to 10
Septem­ber 2017, preceded by
the Masters Cup competition.
More infor­mation can be found
at www.wmc2017.co.za.
2017 ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
AND 2017 WORLD MASTERS CUP
PIETERMARITZBURG SOUTH AFRICA
4 – 10 SEPTEMBER 2017
WELCOME
Welcome to 2017!! The year of the ICF Canoe Marathon World Championships in South Africa
has finally arrived. We at ICF, Canoeing South Africa and Natal Canoe Club are so looking
forward to the Championships. We hope you are too.
INTRODUCTION - IMPORTANT
This is an important Bulletin with important information and NOTICE OF CHANGE OF PROGRAMME. Please read the information carefully.
www.wmc2017.co.za has been updated with all of the changes, and has other useful information on site as well. Check out the tour options, accommodation details and other useful information on travelling to South Africa.
Index
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Map of South Africa
Page 5
Events
Page 7
Venue and Course
Page 9
Race Village Layout
Page 10
Airports, Transfer and Travel Arrangements
Page 12
Entries and Accreditation
Page 13
Participation Fee
Page 14
Board Lodge and Accommodation
Page 17
Travel and Medical Information
Page 18
Boat and Equipment (Rental)
Page 19
Commercial Village & Ceremonies
Page 20
Organising Committee
Page 21
Additional Events
Canoeing South Africa: PBO 18/1/113/1305; Postnet Suite 621, Private Bag X 4, Kloof, 3640
email: [email protected] 083 263 1927 Fax 086 762 1618 Web: www.canoesa.org.za
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MAP OF SOUTH AFRICA
Johannesburg
GAUTENG
KWAZULU NATAL
Pietermaritzburg
Durban
Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
500km
Cape Town
WESTERN CAPE
About 5 hours
Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
500km
About 50 mins
Johannesburg to Durban
602km
About 1 hour
Durban to Pietermaritzburg
104km
About 1 hour 15 mins
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EVENTS
PROGRAMME & COMPETITIONS – IMPORTANT CHANGES
The ICF have made changes to the provisional program, with the Junior, U23 and Open classes
now taking place over FOUR (4) days (as opposed to 3 days in previous years).
The following events are available to competitors:
ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS – OPEN, U23, JUNIOR
ICF World Championship medals will be presented in K1, K2, C1 and C2 format
AFRICAN CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP – OPEN, U23, JUNIOR
Arican Continental Championship medals will be presented in K1, K2, C1 and C2 format.
This will be incorporated into the ICF CANOE MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS, and will be
run simultaneously.
ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD MASTERS CUP
Medals will be presented in K1, K2, C1, C2, mixed doubles and paracanoe formats
AFRICAN CONTINENTAL MASTERS COMPETITION
Medals will be presented in K1, K2, C1 and C2 formats only
This will be incorporated into the ICF CANOE MARATHON MASTERS WORLD CUP EVENTS, and will
be run simultaneously.
The ICF have made changes to the provisional program, with the Junior, U23 and Open classes
now taking place over FOUR (4) days (as opposed to 3 days in previous years).
2017 ICF CANOE MARATHON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS – PROGRAMME
Date
Time
Activity
Wednesday
6th September 2017
14:00
18.00
Team Leaders Meeting
OPENING CEREMONY
Thursday
7th September 2017
09:00
09:05
K1 Women Juniors
C1 Women Juniors
10:30
Medal Presentation
11:50
12:00
K1 Women U23
C1 Men Juniors
13:30
Medal Presentation
14:45
K1 Men Juniors
16:15
Medal Presentation
09:00
09:05
K2 Women Juniors
C1 Men U23
10:50
Medal Presentation
11:50
K2 Men Juniors
11:55
C2 Men Juniors
13:20
Medal Presentation
14:45
K1 Men U23
16:30
Medal Presentation
Friday
8th September 2017
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Saturday
9th September 2017
Sunday
10th September 2017
09:00
C1 Women
10:40
Medal Presentation
11:50
K1 Women
12:00
C1 Men
14:00
Medal Presentation
14:45
K1 Men
16:45
Medal Presentation
10:00
10:05
K2 Women
C2 Men
12:00
Medal Presentation
14:30
K2 Men
16:30
Medal Presentation
2017 ICF WORLD MASTERS CUP – PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME
The Masters programme will now start on Monday 3rd September for all K1 events, and Tuesday
4th September will be K2 events. Wednesday 5th will be a reserve day in case of overflow.
Sunday 3rd September 2017 – Course open for practice
Masters Briefing
2.00pm
Monday 4th September 2017– Masters and Para K1 Events
Masters Men 35 - 54
LAPS
PORTAGES
K1
24 km
6
5
C1
20.3 km
5
4
Masters Men 55 - 64
K1
20.3 km
5
4
Masters Men 65+
K1
20.3 km
5
0
Masters Ladies 35 - 64
K1
20.3 km
5
4
C1
16.6 km
4
3
Masters Ladies 65+
K1
20.3 km
5
0
Para Men (Masters, Snr, U23, Jnr)
K1, V1
13 km
3
0
Para Ladies (Masters, Snr, U23, Jnr)
WK1, WV1
9.2 km
2
0
Tuesday 5th September 2017 – Masters and Mixed K2 Events
Masters Men 35 - 54
K2
24 km
6
5
C2
20.3 km
5
4
Masters Men 55 - 64
K2
20.3 km
5
4
Masters Men 65+
K2
20.3 km
5
0
Masters Ladies 35 - 64
K2
20.3 km
5
4
C2
16.6 km
4
3
Masters Ladies 65+
K2
20.3 km
5
0
Mixed Doubles 35 – 54
K2
20.3 km
5
4
Mixed Doubles 55 – 64
K2
16.6 km
4
3
Mixed Doubles 65+
K2
16.6 km
4
0
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VENUE AND COURSE Seniors / U23/ Juniors
The event will be hosted by Canoeing South Africa through Natal Canoe Club (NCC), home of the
famous Dusi Canoe Marathon. NCC has excellent club house facilities for 450 members, as well as
world class training facilities, gym, physio rooms and administrative facilities.
The course will be on Camps Drift canal, on the Umsunduzi River, where the Dusi Canoe Marathon
Starts.
MAIN LAP  3,6km
PORTAGE  100m
FINAL LAP  800m
START
FINISH
The disembarkation and embarkation area for the portages will be on a jetty with LEFT HAND
SIDE takeout and put-in only.
The portage area will be clearly shown by barriers, and will be clearly marked by red and yellow
flags at the disembarkation and embarkation areas.
The total portage distance will be approximately 100 meters.
The portage will allow at least 4 K2’s to be portaged simultaneously.
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VENUE AND COURSE MASTERS
The event will be hosted by Canoeing South Africa through Natal Canoe Club (NCC), home of the
famous Dusi Canoe Marathon. NCC has excellent club house facilities for 450 members, as well as
world class training facilities, gym, physio rooms and administrative facilities.
The course will be on Camps Drift canal, on the Umsunduzi River, where the Dusi Canoe Marathon
Starts.
START
MAIN LAP  3,6km
PORTAGE  100m
FINAL LAP  800m
FINISH
The disembarkation and embarkation area for the portages will be on a jetty with LEFT HAND
SIDE takeout and put-in only.
The portage area will be clearly shown by barriers, and will be clearly marked by red and yellow
flags at the disembarkation and embarkation areas.
The total portage distance will be approximately 100 meters.
The portage will allow at least 4 K2’s to be portaged simultaneously.
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RACE VILLAGE LAYOUT
The facilities will be divided into areas. Technical area, dedicated to ICF and Organising committee, teams and guests. A private teams only area, where competitors can relax. A public and
commercial area next to the portage.
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AIRPORTS, TRANSFERS AND TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Enquiries
All enquiries regarding travel arrangements can be made at [email protected]
International arrivals are catered for by three International airports in South Africa:
Oliver Tambo International in Johannesburg
Cape Town International
King Shaka International Airport in Durban
Competitors arriving in Johannesburg have 3 options of travelling to Pietermaritzburg:
1. By domestic airlines to King Shaka Airport Durban. Flying time is approximately 1 Hour.
Contact [email protected] to confirm shuttle arrangements to Pietermaritzburg.
There will be an airport transfer fee of €30 per person including a return trip.
2. By domestic airline (SA Airlink or SA Express) to Oribi Airport in PMB. Flying time is approximately 50 minutes. Note: these airplanes are small, and may have luggage restrictions.
Shuttle Bus service to hotels included in participation fee.
3. Hiring a car at O R Tambo airport and driving to Pietermaritzburg.
This does give visitors the opportunity of exploring South Africa and seeing some of the countryside. Drive time is approximately 5 hours non-stop.
International Flight
Landing at Johannesburg
International Airport
Johannesburg
GAUTENG
No. 2
Domestic Flight
Johannesburg International
to Pietermaritzburg Airport
50 mins
No. 3
No. 1
Domestic Flight
Johannesburg International
to Durban International
1 Hour
KWAZULU NATAL
Drive time is approximately
5 hours non-stop.
Pietermaritzburg
Durban
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AIRPORTS, TRANSFERS AND TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Competitors arriving in Cape Town have 2 options of travelling to Pietermaritzburg:
1. By domestic airline to King Shaka Airport Durban.
Flying time is approximately 2 hours.
There will be an airport transfer fee of €30 per person including a return trip.
2. By domestic airline to Oribi Airport in PMB. Flying time is approximately 2 hours.
Shuttle Bus service to hotels included in participation fee.
Contact [email protected] to be collected.
KWAZULU NATAL
Pietermaritzburg
International Flight
Landing at Cape Town
International Airport
No. 2
Domestic Flight
Cape Town International
to Pietermaritzburg Airport
2 Hours
Durban
No. 1
Domestic Flight
Cape Town International
to Durban International
2 Hours
WESTERN CAPE
Cape Town
Competitors arriving at King Shaka International Airport in Durban have 2 option of
travelling to Pietermaritzburg:
1. Hiring a car at King Shaka airport and driving to Pietermaritzburg.
This does give visitors the opportunity of exploring South Africa and seeing some of the countryside. Drive time is approximately 65 - 80 minutes non-stop.
2. Contact [email protected] to be collected.
There will be an airport transfer fee of €30 per person including a return trip.
Car Hire
Arrangements for vehicle hire can be made in advance through the Event Organisers dedicated
travel and accommodation consultant ([email protected]) or at the airport.
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ENTRIES AND ACCREDITATION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!!!
THERE WILL BE THREE ENTRY SYSTEMS IN OPERATION:
FOR ALL OPEN, U23 AND JUNIORS
All OPEN, U23 and Junior paddlers and team members must be registered by their Federation on
the ICF ISIS system https://icf.msl.es/icf/main.jsp
FOR INTERNATIONAL MASTER PADDLERS
ALL international MASTERS paddlers will need to enter online through WMC master website
www.mastercup2017.co.za.
Entires must include:
1. Online entry form completed in full.
2. Copy of Identitifaction document and passport photo, must be uploaded.
3. Masters Declaration
FOR ALL SOUTH AFRICAN REGISTERED MASTERS PADDLERS
ALL South African Registered MASTERS Paddlers to please use the NCC Online entry system at
www.natalcc.co.za and click on “Enter a Race”.
QUERIES
ALL entry and accreditation queries can be addressed to Mary at [email protected] or on
+27 (0)33 342 1528
ACCREDITATION: Please note all passport size photos must accompany entry for accreditation.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR ENTRY
Bulletin No. 214 April 2017
Preliminary Entry / Hotel Reservation
30 April 2017
Boat Rental30 June 2017
Numerical Entries (Final Entry)
23 July 2017
Master Entries
24 August 2017 Please note ONLY changes & late K2 masters entries will be
accepted at venue
Final Hotel Reservation
25 July 2017
Final booking of Airport Transfer
15 August 2017
Final Travel Information
15 August 2017
Nominal Entry (Final Entry)
24 August 2017
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PARTICIPATION FEE
Nominal Exchange Rate:
At the time of writing the nominal exchange rate was:
EURO (€) = R 14.75 (on the 11 April 2017).
All teams must pay a daily participation fee for coaches, staff members and competitiors from the
date of arrival.
Daily Participation fee per person:
€35 per day from date of arrival
The Participation Fee includes the following services:
Accreditation for each day
Lunch at the Course venue
Medical care at the Course venue
Security service at Course Venue
Access to the exclusive Competitors area
Shuttle Bus services to and from accredited accommodation venues only and the competition venue
Free mineral water during the event
Parking in dedicated area.
From
From
From
From
From
From
4th to the 10th of September 2017
4th to the 10th of September 2017
4th to the 10th of September 2017.
3rd to the 11th of September 2017
4th to the 10th of September 2017
2nd to the 10th of September 2017.
From 4th to the 10th of September 2017.
International Open, U23 and Junior
Participation fee of €35 per day from date of arrival must be paid through www.wmc2017.co.za
by the 23th of August 2017. Teams will be required to complete a team member list when making
payment.
International Master Paddlers
Participation fee of €35 per day from date of arrival must be paid when entering through the
www.mastercup2017.co.za website.
Hank Mcgregor - South Africa
World Senior Champion - 2016
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BOARD / LODGING / ACCOMMODATION
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please note that the UCI Para World Championships will be held in Pietermaritzburg
from the 30th August 2017 to the 3rd September 2017. Accommodation will be in very
short supply during this period, and paddlers are urged to make bookings EARLY.
Arrangements for accommodation and reservations can be made directly with the Event Organisers representative at Official Event accredited hotels and lodging. All bookings, deposit fees and
final payments will be arranged with the Event Organisers representative
([email protected]).
AIRPORT BUS SHUTTLE SERVICE
Bus shuttle service from King Shaka Airport Durban to Pietermaritzburg hotels can be booked
through [email protected]. There will be an airport transfer fee of €30 per person including a return trip. There will be an offical to meet all visitor at King Shaka Airport Durban.
Please be advised King Shaka Airport Durban to Pietermaritzburg is 100km jounery.
The Event Organisers will arrange the following services to and from official event accredited hotels and lodging:
• Shuttle Bus transfer to and from the event course daily (included in participation fee).
• Shuttle Bus transfers to official event functions (included in participation fee).
• Shuttle Bus transfers from Pietermaritzburg Airport to hotels (included in participation fee).
Should competitors or spectators wish to make their own accommodation reservations, they are
welcome to do so, however, the event representatives will not be available to assist with any
queries. Hotel Shuttle Bus transfers will not be available for competitors or spectators that do not
make use of the Event organisers services when making bookings.
For enquiries regarding board, lodging or accommodation, please send an email to
[email protected]
ACCOMMODATION
All offical Event Accredited accommodation is a maximum of 10 to 15 minutes drive from the venue.
Various options are available based on Category, Price and Location (Nominated Exchange Rate at
time of writing €1=R14.75 (on the 11 April 2017))
Category 1 is based on Luxury accommodation
Double / Twin Room Ranging from R980 to R 1250 per person sharing, per night Single Accommodation.Ranging from R1500 to R2020 per night.
Above rates are on a bed and breakfast basis, daily
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Category 2 is based on 4 star accommodation
Double / Twin RoomRanging from R595 to R820 per person sharing, per night Single Room
Ranging from R785 to R1385 per night
Category 3 is based on Guest House / Guest Lodge accommodation
Double / Twin Room Ranging from R650 to R950 per person sharing, per night Single Accommodation. Ranging from R850 to R1500 per night
Above rates are on a bed and breakfast basis, daily
Category 4 is based on 3 star accommodation
Double / Twin Room R545- R650 per person sharing, per night Single Room R1060 - R1150 per
night
Above rates are on a bed and breakfast basis, daily
The above accommodation options are based on a variety of establishments within the greater
Pietermaritzburg area. As there are a limited number of rooms within each category, we will endeavor to accommodate you in your first category choice, however these will be allocated on a
first come first serve basis. Each accommodation category offers private facilities in each room;
tea and coffee making facilities; air conditioner and TV’s. The Category 3 and 4 establishments offer more and this information is available upon request. Each establishment is able to offer dinner
within their establishments or within close proximity. General check-in time is 14h00 and checkout time is 10h00 on the day of departure.
Accommodation Information
LUXURY REDLANDS HOTEL - Category 1
This hotel is situated 5 minutes from the Pietermaritzburg CBD in an upmarket suburb, offering
tranquility. All rooms are beautifully appointed, offer tea and coffee facilities, complimentary access to Wi-Fi, air-conditioning units as well as TV’s with satellite services. Redlands is situated
within close proximity of restaurants, however a vehicle or taxi service would be required.
4* TSOGO SUN – SOUTHERN SUN PIETERMARITZBURG - Category 2
Boasting a wide range of entertainment facilities, Southern Sun Pietermaritzburg (previously
known as the Golden Horse hotel) is the only hotel in Africa and one of a very few in the world
that is a true punters’ paradise with a casino. Situated in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, the hotel
offers an exciting world of action and gaming, set against the rolling hills of the beautiful Natal
Midlands, less than an hour from Durban. Services and facilities within the rest of the hotel are
equally aimed at providing the utmost in quality. Features on offer to guests include a large outdoor swimming pool, terrace area, self-service work stations, conferencing, a wide range of wining
and dining options to suit just about every taste.
4* PROTEA HOTEL HILTON - Category 2
The four star architectural showpiece that is Protea Hotel Hilton, with its imposing Tudor lines is a
must-stay for the meandering country charm seeker, as well as being the perfect venue for conferences, weddings and banquets. The Midlands meander, only 5 hours from Johannesburg is perfect
to rekindle romance and enjoy a private dinner on a floodlit pool deck with cascading water. The
hotel offers a swimming pool, bar, lounge, restaurant and terrace area as well as Wi-Fi. This hotel
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is situated out of Pietermaritzburg with a travel time of around 20 minutes from Camps Drift.
4* PROTEA IMPERIAL HOTEL - Category 2
This unique establishment has been exquisitely refurbished, yet continues to engender a relaxed
and serene atmosphere which has helped to keep it firmly in position as Pietermaritzburg’s most
prestigious hotel. Located only moments from Provincial Parliament, Protea Hotel Imperial embraces old world charm with a touch of modernism. Ideal for conducting business or for a holiday
experience. This hotel offers a bar and lounge area, restaurant facilities and WI-Fi in public areas.
Ambleside Guest Lodge - Category 3
This is an exclusive, thatched roofed lodge in a lovely tranquil setting situated on the edge of the
Ferncliffe Forest. Offering the discerning guest, luxurious comfort with an “out of Africa” am- bience. Each room has private entrance, TV, small fridge, fans, heaters as well as tea and coffee
making facilities. Additional amenities include a swimming pool with a patio overlooking the pool
and garden area. Restaurants and the Midlands Mall are within close proximity, for dining and
shopping experiences.
3* TSOGOSUN – STAY EASY - Category 4
StayEasy Pietermaritzburg offers guests affordable KwaZulu-Natal accommodation in a relaxed,
informal environment. Simple, chic décor and spacious design promises a truly laid-back experience, while bright shades create an inviting space that instantly puts you at ease. There are many
services and facilities on offer throughout the rest of the hotel that are equally aimed at making
you feel at ease. Our breakfast room is where you can enjoy buffet-style breakfast each morning,
while the patio with its swimming pool and outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying the warm
KwaZulu-Natal weather. This hotel is located on the property of the Midlands Mall which offers a
variety of restaurant options for dinner, as well as a movie house and shopping.
High Performance Training
Natal Canoe Club Gym
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TRAVEL AND MEDICAL INFORMATION
ALL participants are kindly requested to contact their respective Embassy or South African Embassy in their respective home countries to obtain the latest travel and visa information for South
Africa.
AIR FLIGHTS
The event organizers have appointed a dedicated Travel Agent who has negotiated special airfares
on certain airlines.
You are welcome to use your own travel agency, or you can contact the event representative at
[email protected]
VISA
Be aware that certain countries do require Visa documents to travel to South Africa.
Please also be aware that generally a Visa requires an up-to-date passport valid for a minimum of
6 months after the date of travel.
Obtaining Visa’s and passports can take a long time.
INSURANCE
All competitors and participants at the World Championships are strongly advised to take out
medi- cal insurance policy in their respective countries. All medical insurance policies to include all
evacu- ation and transport costs from one hospital to another.
MEDICAL CARE 4th to 10th of September 2017
The event organisers will provide emergency medical care at the course venue only. This will include:
• Basic First Aid
• Ambulance and evacuation services to a nearby hospital if necessary
Please note, the medical care does NOT include:
• Any services required within any hospital
• Any additional transport or ambulance services required once the patient is no longer at the
course venue
• Any first aid or other services away from the course venue Any specialised physiotherapy or
other treatment
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BOATS AND EQUIPMENT (HIRE/RENTAL)
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
There are opportunities for international paddlers to transport their own boats or rent boats for
WMC 2017 – Nelo and Prowave will be providing full transport services to Pietermaritzburg, South
Africa and back to Europe. Kayak Centre will be offering local boats for rent.
For all boat transport and rentals for WMC 2017 please contact:
Nelo - Rentals
Nelo are prepared to collect boats at the European Marathon Championships in Ponte de Lima,
Portugal. Website: www.nelorental.com/events/canoe-marathon-world-championship
Please deal directly with Manuel Santos at [email protected]
Prowave – Rentals
Prowave has offered to transport boats via Germany as well.
Boats will either be collected at European Championships in Portugal or at Stefans base in Kassell,
Germany.
Please deal directly with Stefan Bretthauer at [email protected]
Kayak Centre - Rentals
For all boat rental enquiries in South Africa, please email [email protected]
BOAT TRANSPORT – SHIPPING, CUSTOMS AND LOGISTICS
We have appointed a professional shipping company to assist with shipping, customs and logistics
on the South African side.
MOPANE CARGO, based in Durban, South Africa can assist with any queries, costings and paperwork regarding shipping of boats to Pietermaritzburg. Mopane Cargo can provide the following
services:
• Clearing the containers into SA through Durban port.
• Handling all Customs related work regarding the containers.
• Transport and delivery of the containers to PMB and back to Dbn port again, after the event.
• Handling all the Export and Customs related documents for the return of the containers to their
origin.
Please contact CATHY STRUWIG of Mopane Cargo directly for any information at:
Email: [email protected] | Phone: +27 (31) 563 3504
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Commerical Village
Tents placed in commerical area available for seven day rental.
Tent size 3 x 3m - R1 500.00
Ceremonies
Open Ceremony
Wednesday - 6th of September 2017
18:00 hours: Bus departure to venue
19:00 hours : Sports and Recreation Opening Speech
19:10 hours : Welcome Speech - ICF Representative
19:30 hours : Entertainment
20:00 hours : Transport departs for hotels
Nations Dinner
Venue : Natal Canoe Club
Friday 8th of September 2017
18:00 hours : Function start time
20:30 hours : Transport departs for hotels
Closing Ceremony
Sunday - 10th of September 2017
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Organising Committee
CHAIRMAN KEVIN CULVERWELL
VICE CHAIRMAN PAUL FIRMAN
CITY COUNCIL AND SUPPORT SERVICES LIAISON MELANIE VENESS
ICF REPRESENTATIVE TIM CORNISH
CSA REPRESENTATIVE COLIN SIMPKINS
COMPETITION MANAGER STEVE BOTHA
COMPETITION SECRETARY VASHIKA RAMSINGH
COMPETITION ADMINISTRATION AND ENTRIES MARY MILLWARD
MASTERS AND PARA COMPETITION STEVE BOTHA
FINANCE VASHIKA RAMSINGH / CULVERWELL & CO
ACCREDITATION GILL GRAAF
ACCOMODATION AND TRAVEL/TOURS SHIREAN GOODENOUGH (Howick Travel)
TRANSPORT LOGISTICS NEELS MEYER
MANAGER OF EXPO MIKE HOLMES / EVENT WORLD
ACCOMPANYING EVENT/S STEVE BOTHA / RICHARD ALLEN (CT)
SPONSORSHIP, MARKETING AND PR STEVE BOTHA
CHIEF MEDIA OFFICER DAVE MACLEOD (GAMEPLAN MEDIA)
TELEVISION PRODUCTION AND LIVE STREAM MARK LE ROUX (BIG SHOT PRODUCTIONS)
INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER RON HULLEY
IT AND OFFICE SERVICES BRENDA VENTER
HEAD OF SECURITY MIKE COETZER
WEBSITE AND INFORMATION DAVE MACLEOD
MEDICAL ER24 / BRAD GLASSPOOLE
CATERING AND BEVERAGE DAVE DIXON
VIP MANAGEMENT / HOSPITALITY TBC
SAFETY AND SECURITY DOCUMENTATION BRAD GLASSPOOLE
OFFICIAL TIMING AND RESULTS JOHN OLIVER / KNCU
LIVE TIMING AND GRAPHICS FINISH TIME / CRAIG ELDRIDGE
COMMENTATORSDAVE MACLEOD / ANT STOTT
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Additional Events
WARM UP EVENTS
NATAL CANOE CLUB WILL BE PRESENTING 2 WORLD CLASS EVENTS ON CAMPS DRIFT, THE EXACT SAME COURSE AS THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS WILL BE HELD ON.
THE BEST SOUTH AFRICAN PADDLERS OF ALL AGES WILL PARTICIPATE IN THESE EVENTS. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS AND PADDLERS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE, AND ARE ENTITLED
TO WIN PROVINCIAL AND NATIONAL MEDALS AND TITLES.
KZN CANOE MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS – 4th AND 5th AUGUST 2017
The KZN Championships is the regional/provincial championships held in the
province where Hank Macgregor, Andy Birkett, Louis Hattingh, Jean van Der
Westhuizen, Bridgitte Hartley and Jenna Ward paddle. A full programme of K1
and K2 events is presented in all age categories including Masters categories.
KZN Canoe Marathon Championship
SA CANOE MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS – 12th AND 13th AUGUST 2017
2017
The SA Canoe Marathon Championships is the selection race for the South Af- rican Team, and has always been a highly competitive event. A full programme of
K1, K2, C1 and C2 events are presented in all age categories, including all Masters Categories.
SOUTH AFRICAN
CANOE MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS
THESE EVENTS WILL BE EXCELLENT WARM UP EVENTS BEFORE THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS.
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Contact Numbers of Interest
Public Services
Pietermaritzburg Chamber of Commerce
Tourist Office
033 345 2747
033 345 1348
Public Services
City Police10111
Fire Brigade033 845 5900
Hospital (Medi Clinic)
033 845 3700
Doctor, General Practisers
033 845 3700
Transport
Local Bus Service
Taxis (Metro)033 397 1910
Official website at
www.wmc2017.co.za
Email of the organisation
[email protected]
Email for [email protected]
Email for [email protected]
The website and Facebook will be frequently updated, so don’t forget to look at the website.
The next is the Handbook and will published two weeks before the World Cup.
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CONTACT DETAILS
For more information, please look at the following websites:
2017 ICF Canoe Marathon World Championships
www.wmc2017.co.za
Natal Canoe Club – Host Club
www.natalcc.co.za
Canoeing South Africa – host federation
www.canoesa.org.za
Organising Committee
STEVE BOTHA
[email protected]
+27 (0)82 824 0471
+27 (0)86 539 0000
Information
MARY MILLWARD
[email protected]
+27 (0)33 342 1528