Mt Isthmus Traverse

Mt Isthmus Traverse - Event Schedule

Mt Isthmus Traverse - Event Day Timetable

Mt Isthmus Traverse - Race Entry Fees

EVENT REFUND POLICY:

If in the unfortunate circumstances a participant must withdraw from the event due to ill health or injury – NO REFUNDS will be allocated – only race entry transfers to the following year or race entry transfer to another participant will be permitted. Should you need to withdraw and / or transfer your race entry – please notify the Race Director as soon as possible.

If the event has to be cancelled as a result of severe weather conditions including heavy rain, hail, snow, wind or severe heat or reasons beyond control *NO REFUNDS will be allocated – however registered participants will be eligible to register for the following years event benefiting from a discounted 20% off registration fee.

PLEASE NOTE: In the unfortunate circumstances Novembers event has to be cancelled due to Covid-19 all pre-registered participants race entries will be automatically transferred to the re-scheduled event on Saturday 26th February 2022. Under special circumstances race registrations may be transferred to another Active QT event.

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EVENT DATE:

Saturday 26th February 2022

EVENT VENUE:

The Camp Lake Hawea, Glen Dene Station, New Zealand

EVENT LOCATION:

Lake Hawea is an easy, scenic 15 minute drive from Wanaka and on the road to Makarora and the West Coast. A place of vivid beauty, mountainous extremes and legendary fishing spots. Lake Hawea is an outdoor adventurers’ paradise and a great place to boat, swim, kite surf, kayak, ride, walk or just laze about on the beach.

With magnificent views of the surrounding peaks, and a lake to cool off, Lake Hawea offers a welcome respite from the long hot months of summer.

REGISTRATIONS:

Online Registrations Open at 12:00pm (midday) on Monday 25th October 2021.

Online Registrations Close at 8:00pm on Wednesday 23rd February 2022 *unless sold out prior.

Last minute registrations available in the 10km and 5km Trail Running events on the day of the event between 7:00am – 10:30am.

Pre Event Registrations / on the day registrations: If you are in the area on Friday 25th February 2022 you are welcome to collect your race packs at the event hub at The Camp – Lake Hawea between 4:00pm – 8:00pm. For those who cant make it to the pre event registration on the Friday you are most welcome to collect your race pack on the morning of the event on Saturday 26th February 2022 between 7:00am – 10:30am.

EVENT START TIMES:

8:00am – Mt Isthmus Traverse 44km Mountain Marathon

9:00am – Mt Isthmus Traverse 27km Hill Run

11:00am – Mt Isthmus Traverse 10km & 5km Lakeside Trail Runs

RACE BRIEFINGS:

A final event briefing will take place at approx 10mins prior to each respective start time.

WEATHER:

The weather in February is generally quite warm with temperatures ranging between eighteen and twenty four degrees celsius with light winds. At the same time with the event taking place in an alpine environment the weather can also change at any time.

In the event of bad weather the event will be postponed until the weather is more favourable on the event day or the following day. In the unfortunate circumstances the event has to be cancelled race entries will NOT be refunded however registered participants will be able to register for the following years event at a 20% discounted rate.

COMPULSORY CLOTHING:

*Compulsory clothing is only required for the 44km & 27km events.

♦Seam Sealed Waterproof Jacket

♦Long Sleeve Thermal Top and Leggings

♦Thermal Beanie & Gloves

First Aid Kit:

♦Whistle ♦Survival Bag *not blanket ♦2m long Crepe Bandage ♦Triangular Bandage ♦X5 Bandaids ♦Small Scissors, ♦5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape.

♦x4 pain relief tablets to be used in the event of an accident whilst you await for medical assistance.

♦Medication: please carry any medication required as per your online registration specification.

♦Hydration: Minimum 1ltr water at the start of the event

♦Nutrition: Sufficient Bars/Gels for the duration of the event guided by your training requirements.

RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:

With the nature of the event taking place in an alpine environment the weather can change at any time and very quickly hence the reason to carry all compulsory clothing required. The temperature at Lake Level (348m) is quite different to that along the alpine ridges reaching (1385m).

If the weather on the day is cooler than average and you are prone to cold we recommend you carry an additional thermal garment for comfort peace of mind. At the end of the day its better to have it and not need it as opposed to need it and not have it!

GEAR DROP:

All participants in the event will be able to leave a small bag containing personal belongings in a dry and secure location before the start of the event and collect post run by presenting your race number.

OFFICIALS / CHECK POINTS / DRINK STATIONS / COURSE MARKING:

Participants are responsible to carry their own food and hydration for the event – however Water and Energy Drink will be readily available at checkpoints throughout the course and at the start / finish line.

The courses will be well marked with fluorescent pink tape and red directional arrows to guide you. Please follow these markers, do not deviate from the course and obey the instructions of the race officials at all times.

FIRST AID:

In the unlikely event of an emergency, first aiders will be located around the course and at the START / FINISH. Qualified personnel will be assessing participants during the race to make sure that everyone is in a fit and good physical condition to continue.

CHANGING FACILITIES & TOILETS:

Facilities and amenities will be located near to the start / finish line.

AWARDS CEREMONIES:

There will be two awards ceremonies on the day of the event at The Camp – Lake Hawea

5km & 10km approx 1:00pm

44km & 27km approx 4:00pm

CAR PARKING:

There is plentiful parking in designated areas near to the START / FINISH at The Camp Lake Hawea. Please look out for the car parking signs and follow the instructions of event officials.

REFRESHMENTS:

A variety of Refreshments to quench your thirst and feed your hunger will be available near to the start / finish.

WASTE:

Please make sure that anything you take on to the course that needs to be disposed of after use is disposed of in the rubbish bins provided at the checkpoints and at the finish line. LITTERING WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

RACE WITHDRAWAL:

In the unfortunate situation a participant must withdraw from the event you must inform the nearest checkpoint staff and wait with them until the last participant passes the checkpoint and then be escorted – transported to the finish line accordingly.

ACCIDENT REPORTING:

In the unfortunate circumstances a participant has an accident during the race – please (if you can) make your way to the nearest checkpoint and notify the first aid staff. If a participant cannot make it to the next checkpoint as a result of injury – the participant must stay in the area of cause of injury and does not deviate from the course whilst also use their compulsory gear as required whilst also notifying other participants of their injury for them to in turn notify the next checkpoint staff. Whilst waiting for assistance the participant must stay in the location where they obtained their injury and the first aid team will come to them.
Should another participant assist another injured runner; they are to take note of the time spent assisting the injured person and this time will be deducted from their overall time upon notification at the finish line.

INSURANCE:

It is recommended that participants traveling from overseas obtain appropriate travel insurance taking in to consideration they are taking part in a sporting event in the event of a medical emergency.

EVENT REFUND POLICY:

If in the unfortunate circumstances a participant must withdraw from the event due to ill health or injury – NO REFUNDS will be allocated – only race entry transfers to the following year or race entry transfer to another participant will be permitted. Should you need to withdraw and / or transfer your race entry – please notify the Race Director as soon as possible.

If the event has to be cancelled as a result of severe weather conditions including heavy rain, hail, snow, wind or severe heat or reasons beyond control *NO REFUNDS will be allocated – however registered participants will be eligible to register for the following years event benefiting from a discounted 20% off registration fee.

PLEASE NOTE: In the unfortunate circumstances Novembers event has to be cancelled due to Covid-19 all pre-registered participants race entries will be automatically transferred to the re-scheduled event on Saturday 26th February 2022. Under special circumstances race registrations may be transferred to another Active QT event.

SAFETY, RACE RULES & FAIR PLAY

All things necessary for you to have a safe and enjoyable day at the lake – click HERE

ACCOMMODATION:

The start and finish for all events will be a The Camp at Lake Hawea and conveniently there is plentiful accommodation options available near to the start line inc camping, glamping, cabins and cottages. So if you’re keen on staying on site and walk a short distance to the start line; The Camp at Lake Hawea is the perfect choice.

For reservations please contact the reservations team via email: reservations@thecamp.co.nz

Other accommodation options at Lake Hawea & Lake Wanaka

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

Lake Hawea is every outdoor enthusiasts dream playground. With an abundance of lakeside trails and mountain hikes it’s no surprise that many people visit the area year round for some fun in this amazing alpine environment.

If you are up for a challenge and enjoy running on a variety of terrain including mountain trails, single track, ridge-lines and 4wd farm tracks whilst enjoying spectacular mountain and lake views – this is the event for you!

44km Mountain Marathon Course: Starting at The Camp – Lake Hawea, the Marathon will start off with a steady few kilometres of running along the lakeside trail; a warm up before the start of a gradual climb that gets steeper as you near the ridge before the final ascent along the ridge to the summit. What goes up must come down and that’s when you can lean back and enjoy the view on the long descent. Not far from the bottom you’ll veer off in to lush green open paddocks, a small section of forestry and 4wd farm tracks overlooking the lake and joining the 27km course just before reaching the lakeside trail once again and the final stretch to the finish line back at The Camp – Lake Hawea.

Terrain: An undulating course with a mixture of formed 4wd farm tracks, mountain and lakeside trails.

27km Hill Run: Starting at The Camp – Lake Hawea, the 27km Hill Run will start off with a steady few kilometres of running along the lakeside trail before a gradual climb that meanders it’s way around an undulating hillside loop before rejoining the lakeside trail and the final stretch to the finish line back at The Camp – Lake Hawea.

Terrain: An undulating course with a mixture of formed 4wd farm tracks, mountain and lakeside trails

10km Lakeside Trail Run: This event follows an awesome out and back trail along the shores of Lake Hawea with uninterrupted views of the lake and surrounding mountain ranges starting and finishing at The Camp – Lake Hawea.

Terrain: A pretty flat course with a handful of small gradual ups and downs along a formed track/trail with some single track running amongst the mix…

5km Lakeside Trail Run: This event follows an awesome out and back trail along the shores of Lake Hawea with uninterrupted views of the lake and surrounding mountain ranges starting and finishing at The Camp – Lake Hawea.

Terrain: A pretty flat course with a handful of small gradual ups and downs along a formed track/trail with some single track running amongst the mix…