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Head of the Rideau Draw
September 25, 2009
Here is the draw for tomorrow's regatta and two maps of the course - one here and the other one here.
Registration - Head of the Rideau - Sunday Sept. 27
September 9, 2009
Registration is now open for the 2009 Head of the Rideau Regatta on Sunday September 27, 2009. Registration closes on September 22, 2009.
You can find all the details about registration including forms etc right here.
As you will notice we are using the Ronin online registration system. That also requires you to fill out an online waiver form that you can find here.
If athletes fill out the waiver form then their names will be available for their coaches to pick from a list for crews for regatta entries.
You can find two versions of the race course map here and here.
The regatta starts and finsihes at the Rideau Canoe Club on Hog's Back Road. Here's the map to find it.
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Locations:
| Launch: |
Rideau Canoe Club at Hogsback. |
| Start: |
Black Rapids, South of Hunt Club Rd. |
| Trailers: |
In the field beside the Rideau Canoe Club. |
| Regatta HQ: |
Inside the Canoe Club. |
| Parking: |
There is no parking at the site. Look for parking around the streets and buildings near the Canoe Club. |
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Safety Notes and Regatta Rules
The Head of the Rideau is sanctioned by both Rowing Canada and RowOntario. The Regatta follows Rowing Canada’s Rules of Racing with some variation for local conditions. Confirm the rules when you check-in.
Regatta Rules:
- Do not stop a shell underneath a bridge. Some of the corners are blind.
- Boat traffic goes one direction at a time. Row to the start only when the course is closed. Do not proceed without explicit permission from the marshal.
- You must adhere to marshals’ instructions at all times. The Dock Marshal, especially, will insist on your cooperation.
- Lightweight athletes must weigh-in at time of team check-in. Lightweights weigh-in at: women, 135lbs; men, 165lbs.
Equipment Requirements:
- In shells fitted with shoes, tie-down straps must connect the heel of the shoe to the bottom of the foot stretcher.
- All shells must be fitted with a bow ball.
- All shells must be fitted with bow marker holders. These will not be provided at the regatta and shells will not be allowed to race without one.
- Racing shells must meet the requirements of the Canadian Rules of Racing.
Course Obstacles:
The course includes sharp turns, two bridges, a number of channel markers, and natural obstacles sometimes close to the shoreline. These may cause problems for coxswains and scullers not used to this type of course. Please make sure your athletes have the necessary skills for their events.
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