Falls Creek Mountain Raid

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1 Falls Creek Mountain Raid February, 2016 Event Program Adventure Race Welcome - Adventure Race The 2016 Falls Creek Mountain Raid Adventure Race is fast approaching and we are very excited to launch the third edition of this exciting navigational adventure race. The landscape up on the Bogong High Plains around Falls Creek is truly spectacular and we can t wait to get back up there and share another great weekend of adventure. The Falls Creek village is open for business across this weekend (and every weekend) with plenty of places open for dining, coffee and drinks. We are also very excited about the new purpose built mountain bike trails that you ll be riding over the weekend as these will certainly put a smile on your face. We are happy to include a range of new event categories and formats into the 2016 event with new single day and team of two options making the event even more accessible. The weekend will also include 4 different trail running races for those who like to stick to one discipline so if you have any friends or family members looking for some great running then bring them up for the weekend as well. Finally, we express our thanks and appreciation to our major stakeholder in Falls Creek Resort Management Board, who lead the way in the development of this event. EVENT PROGRAM: you are receiving this event program because you have entered the 2016 Falls Creek Mountain Raid Adventure Race and included below are some updated details on the event, such as the event schedule and equipment lists, as well as some gentle reminders about accommodation, food and equipment. Please send it to your team mates and support crews - everyone MUST READ it very carefully. Good luck from the Rapid Ascent Team Adventure Race and Trail Runs The Falls Creek Mountain Raid includes a 1 or 2 day adventure race held over Saturday and Sunday, and 4 different trail running races that will be held on both Saturday and Sunday also. The information in this document primarily relates to the AVENTURE RACE. If you are doing the trail run then there is a separate information booklet for you.

2 Schedule and Briefings Schedule Friday 12th February 5:00pm 8:00pm Adventure Race Competitor Registration in Slalom Plaza, on the Bogong High Plains Rd 6:30pm 8:00pm Pre-race Pasta Dinner - Falls Creek Country Club Restaurant 8:00pm Adventure Race - Competitor briefing and map handout for Day Falls Creek Country Club 9:00pm Navigation Tutorial on how to plan your route (attendance is optional) Saturday 13th February 7:30am RACE START: Adventure Race long course Day 1 7:35am RACE START: Adventure Race short course Day 1 9:00am 9:30am Trail Run - Competitor Registration 10.7km Alpine Ash Run 10:00am RACE START: Trail Run 10.7km Alpine Ash Run 3:00pm FINISH: Adventure Race short course winner expected to cross the line 4:00pm FINISH: Adventure Race long course winner expected to cross the line 3:30pm 4:00pm Trail Run - Competitor Registration 4.2km Summit Sprint 4:00pm RACE START: Trail Run 4.2km Summit Sprint 6:00pm onwards Mid-race Dinner - The Last Hoot 6:30pm Presentations 1-Day Adventure Race and 2 x Trail Runs The Last Hoot Sunday 14th February 7:30am RACE START: Adventure Race long course Day 2 7:35am RACE START: Adventure Race Short course Day 2 7:30am 8:00am Trail Run Competitor Registration Heathy Spur and Falls Creek Explorer trail runs 8:30am RACE START: Trail Run 19km Heathy Spur Run 8:45am RACE START: Trail Run 5.5km Falls Creek Explorer Run 9:40am onwards FINISH: Trail Runners begin crossing the finish line 11:00am PRESENTATIONS (Trail Run) - adjacent the finish line 1:00pm FINISH: Adventure Race short course winner expected across the line 1:00pm FINISH: Adventure Race long course winner expected to cross the line 12:00pm 4:00pm Post event BBQ - adjacent the finish line 3:00pm PRESENTATIONS (Adventure Race) - adjacent the finish line Team Registration, Race Briefing and Map Distribution It is compulsory for all teams to attend TEAM REGISTRATION on the Friday evening between 5:00pm and 8:00pm. Registration will take place in Slalom Plaza, on the Bogong High Plains Rd. It is then compulsory for all teams to attend the COMPETITOR BRIEFING at the Falls Creek Country Club on the High Plains Rd (about 300m downhill from QT) at 8:00pm on Friday evening as this is where we will distribute the COURSE MAPS AND HANDBOOKS that detail the course and provide any specific advice and instructions needed for competitors and support crews. The handbook for both days racing and the maps for Saturday s racing (only) will be distributed on Friday evening. The maps for Sunday s racing will be distributed from the finish line on Saturday. WATERPROOF YOUR MAPS: Please be advised that you will be given approximately up to 10 x A4 and A3 sized maps so if you intend on "contacting" (adhesive waterproof clear plastic) them to make them water proof, please make sure you bring enough contact with you. Registration COMPETITOR REGISTRATION: It is compulsory for ALL competitors to attend registration. Teams do not have to attend together - you can register individually. Team members cannot pick up items on behalf of another. We need to see everyone individually as each person must sign an indemnity form. LOCATION: Slalom Plaza, on the Bogong High Plains Road. Proceed up the stairs to the grassed area.

3 TIME: 5:00pm 8:00pm (If you are running late, please phone Claire on ) LATE ENTRIES: Entries will be available on Friday evening. Please phone Claire on to arrange your registration at Falls Creek. Race Kit Contents At registration each team member will receive the following: Race Bib - to be worn as the outer most garment at all times. One per person? Mountain Bike Plate to be displayed on bike for duration of the event. One per person? 3 x Zip Ties to secure your race plate on your bikes Boat Sticker to be displayed on your boat for duration of the event. Two per team? Timing Dibber to inset into the timing boxes at each CP. One per team member Official Event Beanie - One per adventure race team member Support Crew car pass to be displayed on the dashboard of your primary support crew car to gain access to transition areas, One per adventure race team BBQ Token one per adventure race team member (2-day adventure racers only) for Sunday s post event BBQ Social Adventures Event Functions A range of event functions will be held over the Mountain Raid weekend that we encourage you to attend: Pre-race Pasta Dinner, 6:30pm 8:00pm on Friday at The Falls Creek Country Club The Falls Creek Country Club Restaurant will host the Pre-race Pasta Dinner, a perfect way to start your race weekend. The massive buffet dinner is $25 per person and will include a wide choice of pasta, sauces, salads and bread for the ideal carb load. Tickets to be pre-purchased on the event website (look for the merchandise/dinner tab). Online ticket sales close Wednesday 11 th February, 12:00pmEST but you can still buy tickets by ing Claire@rapidascent.com.au or during registration at Falls Creek. The dinner is open to ALL competitors and their friends and family. Note: The Adventure Race Competitor Briefing will be held after dinner at 8:00pm. Mid-race Dinner 6:00pm 9:00pm on Saturday night at The Last Hoot 9 Slalom St. The Last Hoot host an optional mid event dinner on Saturday night for those wanting a place to congregate and celebrate surviving day 1! They serve a range of contemporary Australian foods and have a dish to suit all budgets and tastes with dinner served from 5:30pm The presentations for all 1-day adventure race categories and the Saturday trail runs will also be held at the Last Hoot at 6:30pm. Post-race BBQ, 12:00pm 4:00pm on Sunday afternoon in Slalom Plaza Celebrate your accomplishments over race weekend by joining us for a BBQ on Sunday afternoon, adjacent the finish line in Slalom Plaza. BBQ food and beverages will be available on a pay-as-you-eat basis. Presentations for all 2-day adventure race categories will take place at 3:00pm in the Slalom Plaza adjacent the finish line.

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5 Follow the action on social media #mountainraid We will be posting plenty of race updates and photos to Instagram and Twitter throughout the event weekend so support crews and friends / family know how you re getting on. We encourage you (and your supporters) to also get involved by tagging #mountainraid Follow us on TWITTER: and INSTAGRAM Hashtag (twitter) (Instagram) Competitor support and services Free coffee from Mt Beauty Bakery. Break the drive with a stop at the Mt Beauty Bakery, 24 Kiewa Cres, Mt Beauty. They serve great meals, yummy fresh bread and delicious coffee. Print this voucher to redeem in-store. Massage The professional team from The Organic Touch is available for massage over the Falls Creek Mountain Raid weekend, operating from the Day Shelter near Slalom Plaza. Services available include Swedish relaxation massage, sports massage incorporating trigger points... sweet pain, aromatherapy massage and pamper sessions with footbath and organic facial. Competitors: This will be great for event preparedness and recovery. Supporters: Take the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate and make the most of your weekend away. Appointments are $80 for full hour or $50 for half hour. Bookings essential on or via info@theorganictouch.com.au Adventure Race Logistics Format The Falls Creek Mountain Raid Adventure Race will be challenging yet attainable for a variety of adventure types ranging from your John Jacoby adventure experts through to newcomers giving it a go for the first time. There will be both LONG course and SHORT course races - both will follow the format listed below: Teams of 2 or 4 people who complete the whole course together (this is not a relay) 2-day or 1-day race format where you race in the day and rest overnight Long course and short course options: Long course s race for approx. 8-10hrs a day whilst short course competitors race for 4-7hrs a day Disciplines include: trail running, mountain biking, kayaking and other off-road surprises Teams navigate from one transition area to the next, collecting as many mandatory and optional check points along the way as you can Each discipline will provide 30mins 2hrs of non-stop action before you change to the next discipline with no single leg being too epic (unless you get lost!) Designed for intermediate level athletes (long course) and beginner level athletes (short course) and for those who want to experience a real adventure! The course is kept secret from competitors until the night before the race starts - The course details will not be advised until the competitor briefing and maps are handed out on Friday evening

6 Each team needs to be self-sufficient with its own equipment (although boats are provided for short course teams). Teams are encouraged to have a support crew to help you but if this is difficult Rapid Ascent can assist (see further details below). The Course The Adventure Race course will take teams to a spectacular array of alpine landmarks and terrain features, providing a terrific journey across the Falls Creek Alpine resort and surrounding Bogong High Plains as you Raid the Mountain. The following points help explain the course and form part of the rules: Teams must collect CP s in number order (unless specified otherwise) before reaching the next transition area (TA). Most CP s will be white/orange orienteering style flags. All CP s will have an electronic timing box hanging underneath, in order to prove that you have been to this checkpoint - ALL team members must insert their timing dibber into the timing box until it beeps. Some CP s may involve answering a question and/or taking a photo. Teams MUST check in with race staff at all TAs. You do not need to check out when you leave a TA. All TA s will be manned by race staff and your times will be recorded at each TA. Teams may receive assistance from you support crews only within the transition areas. This includes help handling equipment, providing food and other help. No assistance can be provided anywhere else along the course If a team decides to withdraw from the race they MUST do this only at a manned TA and only after advising a race official. Disciplines: A summary of the disciplines and distances you can expect over the weekend is provided below: Trail running / trekking: Long course: ~25-35km / Short course: ~10-20km Point to point running, rogaining and cross country travel are all components of the race. The majority of running will be on existing tracks and trails but there is also some off-track trekking required on both days. Mountain biking: Long course: ~40-70km / Short course: ~20-30km Riding as a team on mountain bikes on (plenty of) single track, 4WD tracks and some 2WD roads. Mountain bikes are certainly required (not road bikes or hybrid bikes). Kayaking: Long course: ~15-20km / Short course: ~10-15km All team members must paddle! Long course teams can either paddle 2 doubles, or 1 double and 2 singles or 4 singles; Short course teams will be provided with 2 plastic double sit on top kayaks along with paddles and PFDs for you to use. These boats will be available at registration for you to set up and get accustomed to. If you have any questions about the boats then please call John Jacoby on Paddling will be on Rocky Valley Pondage plus or minus some other secret waterways (who knows?!). Long course teams can paddle anything from surf skis with under stern rudders through to sea kayaks and canoes. If long course teams need a boat for the event then we have an exclusive arrangement in place with Peak Adventure who can rent boats out to those who need them call Jarad Kohlar on Other Adventures Now being an adventure race means you also just never quite know what is around the corner and with a canvas like the Falls Creek Alpine Area there is no shortage of fun adventure options. Train like a scout and be prepared for a little of anything as well.

7 Optional checkpoints and time credits As a way of making the racing tighter and to incorporate more strategy the course will include a number of optional checkpoints that teams can miss if you are feeling tired or moving slowly. The optional checkpoints will be identified in the course handbook and will attract time credits if you collect them, and pending how long you take, should earn you a greater time credit than it takes to find the checkpoint. Strategy will be key! This system is also designed to challenge the faster and more capable teams (that we think will have to collect all optional CPs to win) whilst still giving slower teams an achievable challenge. The winning team will be the team with the lowest cumulative time after time credits and / or penalties have been applied to their overall race time. Cut off times There are several Cut Off Times included throughout the course that are explained in the race handbook you ll receive on Friday night. Teams must ensure that they remain inside the cut off times or they will receive a penalty or be moved along the course in a vehicle (and incur significant time penalties). Support Crews If you have a support crew that is fine, but if you do not have one then we will be your support crew! BYO Support Crew: If you are providing your own support crew then one person will be sufficient provided they have a car that can carry mountain bikes and associated equipment but it might be easier with two people and two cars. Support crews have a lot of fun and truly get involved with the spirit of the event by following the teams without having to do the work. In all honesty, the logistics for support crews for the Adventure Race are very easy. There will be a minimal movement of gear required and kayaks will really only need to be dropped off at the start of the day and picked up at the end of the weekend. Support Crew Responsibilities: Transporting gear from one Transition Area (TA) to the next Setting out your teams equipment at each TA Providing food/drinks Checkout out their wellbeing and providing plenty of encouragement Picking them up from finish point on Day 1 Vehicles: Support crew vehicles do not have to be 4WD and we would greatly prefer if there was just one support crew car per team as the parking at some TAs is very tight for space. Teams competing without a support crew: Teams can also compete without a support crew with race organisers Rapid Ascent filling the role. We will move your equipment from one TA to the next, including bikes and kayaks if required, and then you find your gear and service yourselves. Teams will be required to have all transition gear in 2 large plastic tubs clearly labelled with team members name and race number. Tubs should be identified as Box A and Box B. Maximum size for each box should be no larger than: 80 litres, no bigger than 60cm x 40cm x 40cm and no heavier than 20kg each. Instructions will be given for what gear to place in each box. Bikes transported during the race will be moved as complete bikes on bike trailers bike boxes are not required. Fees for Rapid Ascent to provide you with support crew assistance during the race: Team of 2 for 1 day race - $50 Team of 4 for 1 day race - $75 Team of 2 for 2 day race - $100 Team of 4 for 2 day race - $150

8 Please contact Claire on by Friday 5th February if you need support crew assistance. Equipment, Safety and Rules Equipment list The compulsory equipment list is kept to a bare minimum and in many cases you may choose to carry additional gear, and in fact, it may be wise to do so. We figure you are all grown-up mature people doing this race and it is therefore up to yourselves to decide what gear you want to carry. Competitors are reminded that the event takes in an alpine environment where the weather can (and has in the past) changed for the worst very quickly, so you are encouraged to take spare clothing with you even if it is sunny when you start. Teams must provide their own equipment. All equipment brought in to a section must be brought out. You are not allowed to leave any equipment, waste/rubbish out on the race course. The following compulsory equipment lists form part of the race rules: Compulsory items for ALL legs: The following items must be carried by each member at all times: Numbered race bib as the outermost garment over all clothing at all times (race bib will be provided at Registration) Waterproof rain jacket - Goretex or another waterproof / breathable fabric recommended Lightweight fleece or thermal top (must be long sleeve) Head torch Safety blanket Whistle Timing Dibber provided at registration, 1 per team member. The following items must be carried by each team at all times: First Aid Kit including: o 2 x Stretch Bandages o 4 x Wound Dressings 7.5cm X 7.5cm o Paracetamol Tablet x 12 or equivalent o 6 x Butterfly wound closures o Surgical Gloves Mobile phone (must be turned off during racing unless required for emergency) o Ensure you save the following phone numbers: John Jacoby Race Director John Yacoub Logistics Recommended extra equipment to bring with you: Compass 2 per team Map case ideally water proof Contact to waterproof maps Coloured pens, pencils etc to mark up your maps Rapid Ascent will have First Aid Kits ($15), Whistles ($5) and Safety Blankets ($7) for sale at Registration. Compulsory items for the PADDLING legs Boats (not provided, except for short course entrants) PFD (Personal Flotation Device) (not provided, except for short course entrants) Paddle (not provided, except for short course entrants) Whistle (must be attached to PFD) (not provided) NOTE: Competitors must be able to swim unaided for minimum of 1km in ocean/lake conditions

9 Recommended Paddling Equipment Variety of paddling clothing suitable for all conditions Footwear Long john wetsuit/wetsuit shorts Neoprene beanie or similar hat for cold and wind Recommended Run Equipment Thermals top and bottom if it is cold 2nd pair of running shoes for days where there are 2 run legs and shoes may be wet Towing device (bungee cord or similar) Compulsory items for the MOUNTAIN BIKE legs Mountain Bike Certified Bike Helmet to Aust/NZ/US standard Head torch and/or bike lights (must be carried only after dark) Red rear light (must be carried only after dark) Recommended Mountain Bike Equipment Tools, pump, tube etc to complete own repairs and allow assembly/disassembly of bike Bike computer (not provided) - GPS capable bike computers are NOT permitted Map board for navigation on the move Additional thermal clothing if it is cold/wet Bike gloves NOTE: there will NOT be any bike mechanics available on course or at Falls Creek, therefore it would be best to bring your own spares to make sure repairs can be easily facilitated. Other recommended essentials A suggested list of little extras: Carbohydrate-rich race food Sports tape Sunnies and hat The MacGyver Kit a few simple supplies that can fix everything but a broken heart, like zip ties, gaffa tape and a leatherman. Competitors and support crews are also advised that there will be no potable water at any of the TAs so you are encouraged to bring sufficient water containers to sustain yourselves all day. Maps!!! A variety of maps will be supplied ranging from 1:50,000 to 1:10,000 scale. In some special activities, specific orienteering maps and/or aerial photos or diagrammatical maps will also be used. These will be issued immediately before your team commences the activity. It is highly recommended all maps are waterproofed as well as the race handbook (bring contact with you!). Master maps and handbook will be posted on the event notice board to advise of any changes to the course. It is the team s responsibility to check the master map and handbook for any changes and alter their maps and/or race handbooks accordingly.

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11 Rental Boats Peak Adventure Peak Adventure is a kayaking coaching / training / hiring business based in Melbourne and led by champion adventure racer Jarad Kohlar and partner Emma Francis. They have a mighty big shed full of over 100 boats and surf skis they are offering to rent to competitors needing a boat, paddle and/or pfd (because you don t have one or are travelling from interstate ). If you rent a boat from them they will transport your boat to the race, from transition area to transition area (so you won t even need a car with roof racks) and will help you with the whole kayaking thing. They have a massive range of boats available but for example can provide competitors with a FENN XT ocean racing ski with paddle and PFD for $250 for the weekend. If you still need a boat or if you have already arranged to rent a boat from Peak Adventure then please visit their website here: or contact them on info@peakadventure.com.au or to ask for more details about how they can help you. Race Rules The various regulations and requirements listed in this document and the event handbook (handed out on Friday night) also form part of the race rules for the event, in addition to the following: Prior to competing in the event, participants must: o Read and sign participant indemnity o Be able to swim competently, including the ability to swim 1km in open water unassisted At all times during the event (unless when team members are required to compete in an individual discipline) participants are to be within 50 metres of all other team mates at all times, ensuring that each participant is continually observed by their team mates. Penalty 3hrs. Teams must collect CP s in number order (unless specified otherwise in the race handbook) before reaching the next transition area (TA). ALL team members must insert their timing dibber into the timing box at each CP until it beeps. There will be a 30min penalty for each team member per CP who has not been time recorded correctly. (If in doubt, take a photo of the whole team at the CP with the CP No. showing in the photo!) Teams MUST check in with race staff at all TA s. You do not need to check-out when you leave a TA. If a team decides to withdraw from the race they MUST do this only at a manned TA and only after advising a race official. Cut-off times will be advised to teams as part of the race handbook. These cut-off times will be strictly enforced to ensure the safety of the event. The race organisers reserve the right to change these cut off times as they see fit and this may be dependent on weather conditions. Competitors missing cut off times will be unranked but may re-commence the course from the start of the next stage (after the one missed). We recommend all Australian competitors hold current health insurance via a private health fund or some form of ambulance cover. All teams are permitted to lodge protests against results or decisions enforced during the event. A judging panel of three Rapid Ascent staff will adjudicate on all protests and other contentious matters, and their decision will be final. Rapid Ascent has sole discretion to alter or amend the race format or the rules in order to increase the safety of participants or for any other reason deemed appropriate. Competitors may not use GPS's or any other navigational aids aside from a compass at any stage throughout the event. Use of mobile phones with GPS capability is also forbidden. Note, altimeters are permissible. Support crews may only assist teams in transition areas. If one team member withdraws from the event, the remaining team members may continue in the event but they will become unranked in the official results. If a team member is injured or in difficulty please call race management. Phone numbers are on back of MTB plate - place these key numbers in your phone.

12 Categories The following categories will be equally recognised as part of the Adventure Race. Please note, they are non-gender specific. Short course: Team of 2, one-day race Team of 4, one-day race Team of 2, two-day race Team of 4, two-day race Long course: Team of 2, one-day race Team of 4, one-day race Team of 2, two-day race Team of 4, two-day race Prizes The following prizes will be awarded based on the fastest aggregate time over the two days (plus penalties / minus time credits) and are non-gender specific. 1st overall team of 4, two-day long course race: $1,000 2nd overall team of 4, two-day long course race: trophy / prizes 3rd overall team of 4, two-day long course race: trophy / prizes 1st overall team of 2, two-day race long course: $500 2nd overall team of 2, two-day race long course: trophy / prizes 3rd overall team of 2, two-day race long course: trophy / prizes A trophy / prize will be presented to 1st in all other categories listed above.

13 Fire Safety and Extreme Weather We are in constant communication with Falls Creek Resort Management (FCRM), Parks Victoria (PV), Dept of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and the Country Fire Authority (CFA) about the prospect of a fire and / or extreme weather in the region of the event. We have made a commitment not to compromise the safety of any competitors, any FCRM, CFA, PV or DELWP personnel dispatched to attend a fire or weather incident, any private land owners or the wilderness and surrounding areas as a result of the Falls Creek Mountain Raid. As a result, there is a chance that the course could change on the day or the event could be cancelled. The event will only be cancelled if there are extreme weather conditions in the area over the entire weekend and it is determined that the danger is too great to permit runners to go through the course. Any change of course, evacuation or event cancellation will be communicated to competitors as soon and as safely as possible, through any of the following means: SMS sent to competitors mobile phones At the event registration area When runners are assembled at the start line Directional arrows stating Emergency proceed direct to Finish All messages will be copied and placed on the official event notice board in front of the registration area and on the event website at Once again, these changes would be a last resort, but we respect your safety, the landowners, residents, and the flora and fauna of this beautiful part of the world in extreme circumstances. Visitor Information Food Restaurants and Cafes There is a range of restaurants and cafes open for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Falls Creek over summer, including Stingray, Milch, Snonuts Snacks, Huski Café, The Last Hoot and The Village Bike Cafes. For details, including opening times and location, check the weekly What s On Guide ( or see the team at Race Registration. Foodworks Supermarket Foodworks is located at the bottom of Falls Express chairlift, in front of Slalom Day Carpark and will be open as follows: Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm / Sunday 10am-3pm Accommodation Accommodation will not be provided during the event so we encourage competitors to book your own accommodation in Falls Creek for the period of the event. The start and finish locations for both days will be within the Falls Creek Alpine Area and are easily reached if staying on the mountain. There is a range of accommodation providers listed on the Travel and Accommodation pages on the event website (including some great specials from Frueauf Village and Cedarwood Apartments) or visit or call FALLS or speak to the reservation centre.

14 Petrol There is no petrol station at Falls Creek so make sure support crews fill up before you arrive. What to do While you re not racing, there are plenty of great activities on offer so you can explore Falls Creek, such as: Watch the Trail Runners especially the Summit Sprint on Saturday afternoon where they race from Slalom Plaza to the top of the Summit Chairlift and back again! If you ve not done enough riding already or maybe your support crew and friends want a blast they can do some mountain biking on Falls Creek s new MTB trails. You can even get a shuttle back up to the top each time by hooking up with the Blue Dirt Shuttles who will carry you and your bike back to the top of the hill as many times as you like for $50. Operating on Saturday 13th only. Self Guided Amazing Race drop into the Visitor Information Centre to collect the instructions for the fun family activity to win some prizes. Swimming in Rocky Valley Lake Have a massage details on page 4 under Competitor Support and Services Take a leisurely hike we recommend the Aquaduct walk out to wishing well, the Packhorse trail to Falls Creek Waterfall and a trip to Rock Pools near the Pretty Valley Lake Dam maps are available at Book a babysitter Enjoy a carefree night out or a peaceful walk (or trail run) and organise a babysitter for a couple of hours. Please contact the Falls Creek Visitor Information Centre for babysitter contact details. Toll free: FALLS (232557) Phone: Have a great time and good luck with you race!!

15 17 Post office Medical centre/ambulance ATS Accommodation Transfer Service Toilets Street number Stairs Parking Shuttle stop Ski-in / ski out road ATS Information centre Village bus stop FCC Snow-cleared road Village Map Police CFA SES FCC Police / CFA / SES Falls Creek Central Snowplay locations