ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION – 2014 POLAR BEAR MARATHON- See Registration below:
Purpose
A winter-adventure-charity marathon in support of
the Athletes in Action (AIA) work done in the Sayisi Dene First Nations
community of Tadoule Lake – 250 km west of Churchill. AIA has done baseball
camps in 3 remote First Nations communities. This work is based on volunteers
and donations.
Runners
Limit of 40 runners
Costs $2500.00 which includes:
w Return flight Winnipeg to Churchill
w Lodging for 3 nights in Churchill
w Awards dinner, T-shirt and medal
Safety and Protection
Due to the harsh environment, e.g.the weather
conditions at this time of the year, runners will be required to run in pairs.
There is also a real
possibility of the presence of bear, wolves, etc, so
that we will have vehicles accompanying each pair of runners. These vehicles
will also serve as mobile aid stations.
Route
From the town of Churchill we will run along the
coast of the Hudson’s Bay in the direction of the Study Centre, turning around
at the
21 km mark (marathon) and at the Study Centre (25km)
(Ultra Marathon).
Polar Bear Marathon Waiver - Consent:
I would like to take part in this Polar Bear Marathon in
Churchill, Manitoba as a runner. I understand that this will require good
physical health, and that the weather conditions may be extreme – extreme cold
temperatures and wind-chill factors, &/or snow storms during the run. Thus
I am aware (as an experienced Marathon runner) of the physical and emotional
rigors and risks involved. I will not hold the organizer, Athletes in Action
Canada or any other organization or person(s) liable for any personal loss,
injury, disability, accident, damages, or death. I am aware this is an extreme
marathon, aware of the risks, physical hardships, and dangers. I am a
conditioned marathoner and in good health. I am aware of the risks of danger
due to the frequent presence of animals like Polar Bears, wolves, etc in the
community, and thus will not hold anyone liable in case of injury. I
acknowledge that this is an adventure run, and that I am solely responsible for
my personal health and safety. I also acknowledge full and sole responsibility
for any liability claims, damages to property, and for my own medical expenses
incurred on my behalf. Should I become injured, or sick during this event, I
authorize the event organizer (Athletes in Action Canada) to secure medical
assistance on my behalf at my expense. I further grant permission for the
Athletes in Action to use and reproduce images, any audio &/or visual
recordings of me for any legitimate purpose, including commercial sales and
marketing purposes pertaining to this event. I also acknowledge and agree that
I will not be remunerated for such use.
Signature
Date
Submit Registration form and fees to
Athletes in Action, cut and mail to:
Albert Martens
408-2nd Street
Steinbach, Manitoba
R5G0V5, Canada
Athletes in Action (AIA) Canada is a ministry
division of Power to Change that focuses on the domain of sport. Sport is the
one language that knows no boundaries and sees no distinctions. It unites
cultures, transcends values and defies convention. AIA is committed to using
the language of sport to communicate the most powerful message of all: God’s
passionate love for his children as communicated through his Son, Jesus Christ.
It’s a story that’s changed our lives, given us purpose and hope. In Canada our
work is a variety of ministries such as the Pro Ministry - Chaplains to the CFL
(Canadian Professional Football League), sports camps and tours abroad with
soccer, basketball, volleyball, and hockey teams. It is mentoring, training and
educating athletes, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Our home base is
in Langley, British Columbia, Canada.
For more information see:
www.Athletesinaction.com
Churchill, Manitoba, Canada. Called the polar
bear capital of the world, Churchill is also known as Manitoba’s beluga whale
watching hotspot and is a birder’s paradise. The approach of winter also makes
Churchill one of the best places to experience the northern lights. October and
November are the best months to see polar bears as they get prepared to move
out on the newly formed ice in search of seals. Scientists from around the
world have come to Churchill to study the northern lights in the active night
sky – Churchill is one of the top three places on the planet to see the
northern lights. Located on the edge of the Arctic, Churchill offers the feel
of a frontier town with the amenities of an international tourist destination.
http://everythingchurchill.com
posted by Albert Martens at 10:58 AM
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