2008 Events - Nanaimo Race

What is the Nanaimo ALS Adventure Challenge?

The ALS Adventure Challenge is your chance to tackle a new adventure while raising funds for people suffering from ALS, a devastating neurological illness.

The ALS Adventure Challenge is designed to guide people of all ages and fitness levels to complete a 17km adventure race (run, bike, kayak). We'll provide you with a training program and offer all the support you need to reach your goals. Once the training is complete and you're ready to race, you’ll receive free entry into the ALS Adventure Challenge Race.

This is not simply a one day event; we’ll support you with training tips, nutrition advice and fundraising support for months leading up to the race. We ask that each participant collect pledges to participate in the challenge. All proceeds go to ALS research and local patient services. In only 4 short years, the ALS Adventure Challenge had raised over $445,000.00 for ALS!

What you'll receive to tackle the Adventure! 

• Custom training program for the ALS Adventure Challenge race
• Entry into ALS Adventure Challenge race (kayak rental included)
• Refreshments and an assortment of snacks in our "Feedzone" on race day
• Official “Adventurers Wanted” souvenir race shirt
• Continuous fitness, training and race tips from experienced adventure racers, nutrition advice, and fundraising
• support through our weekly e-newsletter.
• Access to our personal bulletin board where you can arrange group fundraising events, buy/ sell gear, and arrange group training activities
• Tonnes of fundraising support and resources (tips & ideas, personal web page, etc.)
• Opportunity to win fantastic race and fundraising prizing! Great SWAG from our sponsors!
• Pride in giving to a great cause while achieving your own personal goals in health & fitness
  

I'm ready for the Adventure! What do I need?

• You'll need some basic gear. This includes: a good pair of runners, a mountain bike & helmet and some other small mandatory items for the race (first aid kit, spare tire, etc.).
• You'll be given a training program. We highly recommend you follow the program to ensure you will be physically ready for the race.
• Each participant will need to raise a minimum amount of funds before race day. You will be provided with tips and support for fundraising to help achieve your goals.
  Most importantly HAVE FUN!

REGISTER NOW! Space is limited and this is guaranteed to be a sold out event!

Important Dates to Write on Your Calendar

* Dates and locations are subject to change.

Race Info- July 19, 2008

The ALS Adventure Challenge race is the "anyone can do it" Adventure Race! Perfect for the first time racer or seasoned athlete.

It consists of approximately a 5km trail run, 10km Mountain bike, 2km kayak, and various mystery events. You'll receive your map and race route on the day of the race - it's all about the adventure! You can expect to finish in 1.5-2.5 hours. The race route will be flagged, marshalled and clearly marked. Each section of the race will return to the start/finish area before the next leg of the race begins.

You can race Solo, Team of 2 or Team of 4:

Specific Race Day Details

Directions to Westwood from Victoria:
Follow Provincial Route 1/ Trans Canada Hwy North. Take the HWY-19 N ramp toward PARKSVILLE / CAMPBELL RIVER.
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto PROVINCIAL ROUTE 19 N / NANAIMO PKWY N. Turn LEFT onto JINGLE POT RD. Turn LEFT onto WESTWOOD RD. Go to the main entrance to the park, approximately 100 metres past the RV Park.


Directions to Westwood from Nanaimo Ferry Terminal:
Go NORTHWEST on FRONT ST toward PROMENADE DR. Turn LEFT onto BASTION ST. BASTION ST becomes FITZWILLIAM ST. FITZWILLIAM ST becomes 3RD ST. 3RD ST becomes JINGLE POT RD. Turn LEFT onto WESTWOOD RD. Go to the main entrance to the park, approximately 100 metres past the RV Park.

Please click here for a Map

Parking: Parking is limited so we encourage you carpool to the location. You will be directed on where to park once you arrive at the entrance to Westwood Lake.

Amenities: There are bathrooms and sinks on site, a play ground for kids and an ice cream stand. Participants and volunteers will receive free food from our BBQ, but spectators will have to pack their own picnic lunch.
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Transportation & Accommodations:

For ferry information visit www.bcferries.com or call 1-888-223-3779. The ferries can be very busy on the weekend so you might want to make reservations.

Accommodations will book fast and get quite pricey so we recommend booking well in advance.  There are a variety of types of lodging in Nanaimo and the surrounding area.  We suggest checking out a very resourceful website www.hellobc.com to see a list of B&B, motels, hotels, campgrounds and RV parks.  The Howard Johnson Hotel is only about a 10 min drive from Westwood Lake and offers wireless internet and friendly service to make your stay always a pleasant one (mention that you are an ALS AC participant when booking)! If you are looking for a great, clean and unique Guest House/ Hostel we suggest checking out www.paintedturtle.ca (they have couples rooms available as well).