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| Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) |
| Grasonville, MD |
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| This is a Pre-Registration Event:: |
ENTRY DEADLINE - SEPTEMBER 5, 2008
NO DAY OF ENTRIES ACCEPTED
Entries: Limited to 300 individuals or 2,3,4 Person Relay Teams
Individual: (Bike-Kayak-Run)
2 Person Relay: (Bike-Kayak) (Kayak-Run) 2 in kayak
3 Person (Bike), (Kayak), (Run)
4 Person Relay: (Bike) (Kayak-Kayak) (Run) 2 in kayak
Team limits: 2 person (40 teams); 4 person (30 teams) |
| Fees:: |
If registered by 7-31-08
--Own Kayak--\---CBEC Kayak
Individual $75.\ Individual $110.
2 Person $135.\ 2 Person $170.
3 Person $185.\ 3 Person $220.
4 Person $240.\ 4 Person $275.
Registrations after 7-31 and by 9-5
--Own Kayak--\---CBEC Kayak
Individual $95.\ Individual $130.
2 Person $165. \ 2 Person $200.
3 Person $225. \ 3 Person $260.
4 Person $285. \ 4 Person $320. |
| Final Instructions:: |
All Athletes will receive a final instruction packet which indicates your acceptance into the Eco-Triathlon and provides additional detailed information regarding event day. The packet will be mailed in early September.
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| ABOUT CBEC:: |
With 510 acres located on the Chesapeake Bay, the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center will open your eyes, ears, minds and hearts to the wildfowl and historic landscapes that characterize Maryland's Eastern Shore. Visit the waterfowl ponds, aviary and extensive collection of live ducks, geese, swans and birds of prey. |
| Where is CBEC?: |
The CBEC is located 10 minutes East of the Bay Bridge off Route 50 in Grasonville, MD. From the East take Exit 44A. From the West take 43B. Follow the brown and white signs to the entrance road. Please observe event parking instructions. |
| Directions:: |
Directions from NY/NJ:
Take the NJ Turnpike or I-295 South to the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Follow signs for I-95 South (Baltimore). Take Exit 4A Route 1 South (Dover and Beaches). Take Exit 136(Odessa & Middletown) onto Route 299 West (through town) to Route 301 South. Continue for 45 miles. Route 301 and 50 merge. Immediately take Exit 44A. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
Directions from Baltimore & Washington, DC:
From Baltimore: Take I-97 South (Annapolis) to Route 50 East. Go over Bay Bridge. Continue on Route 50 to Exit 43B. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
From DC:
Take New York Ave., which turns into Route 50. Travel East towards Annapolis. Go over Bay Bridge. Continue on Route 50 to Exit 43B. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
Directions from Philadelphia & VA:
Phila.: Take I-95 South through Delaware to Route 896 toward Middletown. Route 896 will turn into Route 301 West to Bay Bridge. Take Exit 44A. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
From VA:
Take Route 301 North or I95/I-495 North (Annapolis). Go over Bay Bridge. Continue on Route 50 to Exit 43B. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
Directions from Ocean City, MD and points East:
Take Route 50 West. Route 301 and Route 50 merge. Immediately take Exit 44A. Follow the brown & white signs to the entrance road. There will be additional parking and equipment drop-off signage.
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| Parking:: |
Event day parking is located near CBEC. Upon arrival follow the Eco-Triathlon Athlete and Spectator parking signs and volunteer parking attendants' instructions. |
| Official Rules:: |
OFFICIAL TRIATHLON RULES-BIKE:Mountain Bikes only (no road or hybrid bikes allowed)
ANSI, Snell or USCF approved bike helmet is mandatory
Bike frame #'s must be attached to the top tube and be visible at all times
Bike repair is the athlete's responsibility
Check your bike BEFORE the event
Bikes must be in working order, brakes, gearing, tires
OFFICIAL TRIATHLON RULES-KAYAK: If bringing your own kayak: You must provide your own paddle and US Coast Guard approved personal floatation device (PFD)
If the Eco-Tri is providing your kayak, all the paddles and PFDs will be provided. NO EXCEPTIONS
All kayakers must wear a fully fastened PFD
Boat or sturdy rubber soled shoes must be worn. No bare feet of flip-flops allowed. Sneakers OK.
In case of high winds, rough waters or unsafe conditions, the kayak leg will be cancelled or modified.
OFFICIAL TRIATHLON RULES-RUN: RUN:
Runners may not be assisted in any way
Contestants must run on the right side of the road unless otherwise instructed.
GENERAL TRIATHLON RULES: GENERAL TRIATHLON RULES: Wear bib numbers on front. No folding or cutting No headphones (strictly enforced) Pick up of bike will occur at kayak transition Event organizers reserve the right to disqualify athletes for medical reasons or misconduct and may alter the course to assure safety.
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| Amenities: |
Spectators will enjoy great viewing areas. Plenty of food, beverages and spirits will be available. Enjoy great music and a memorable awards program. Bring the kids and plenty of sunblock. |
| Nuts & Bolts:: |
2008 Chesapeake Eco-Triathlon
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC), PO Box 519, 600 Discovery Lane, Grasonville, Maryland
10:00 am Start
2nd Annual Bike-Kayak-Run
Mountain Bike required
Minimum Age Requirements:
18 for individual or 3 person team kayakers
12 for all other triathletes
Triathletes may bring their personally owned kayaks or kayaks will be provided by the Eco-Tri
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| Course: |
Bike-10 miles through the CBEC, Perry's Corner Road and adjacent properties. Mountain Bike required
Kayak-3 miles, out and back through a traffic-controlled, buoyed course on Prospect Bay
Run-4 miles on varied terrain culminating in a spirted finish near our Visitor Center. |
| Clinics: Available to registered athletes only:: |
Kayak Demonstration & Clinic Saturday, September 6, 11:00AM at CBEC
Advance registration necessary
Call 410-827-6694
Fee: $30 (payable to CBEC)
Mountain Bike clinic & course preview, Saturday. September 6, 9:00AM at CBEC
Advance registration necessary
Limit 20 people per skill level.
Call 410-827-3771. FREE |
| Awards:: |
Awards (Overall)
Individuals: 1, 2, 3 Male & Female
Teams: 2,3,4 Person - 1,2,3, Male, Female, Co-ed
Age Groups: 1st - Male, Female, Co-ed
19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over
Team age groups determined by age averaging
No duplicate awards
All members of winning teams will receive awards |
| Information:: |
FOR OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS: Tuckahoe State Park located 20 minutes from CBEC, in Queen Anne, MD has campsite locations available. Call 1-888-432-2267 to reserve RV or tent sites and cabins. Hot showers and bathroom facilities are available. [ Edit | Delete ]
Volunteers Needed: Anyone interested in volunteering may contact CBEC at 410-827-6694. Volunteers must be pre-registered.
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| Event Contact: |
Mark Zenobia |
| Contact Phone: |
732-38100318 |
| E-mail Address: |
mzrace@OYMP.net |
| Web Site: |
www.bayrestoration.org/ |
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