2018 Sponsorship Opportunities

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2 5.6 Km Railroad 3.3 Km Moore Creek Bridge Bridgy Crossing 11.4 Km Creek 1000m 750m 500m 250m Start 0m 3m 4.0 Km Dyea Road 9.3 Km Railroad Overlook 457m 2 991m Dead Horse Gulch Overlook 3 US/Canada 848m 4 Canada Custom 732m 5 Tutshi Lake Start Line Downtown Skagway Leg 1 Leg 2 Leg 3 Leg 4 Leg km (+454m) 9.3 km (+354m) 12.3 km (---143m) 21.4 km (---116m) 22.5 km (---70m) 662m 6 BC/Yukon Border Quick Facts The Klondike Trail of 98 International Road Relay is a unique sporting event developed in 1982 by the Tourism Industry Association of the Yukon, in an effort to attract visitors to the Territory in the fall, when it was to be considered the low season for tourism. Each September, competitive and recreational runners from Canada, US and abroad meet in Skagway, Alaska to compete in this 175 km race, which commemorates the Gold Rush Stampeders who climbed the famous White Pass to the Yukon more than 100 years ago. The relay is run on the Klondike Highway throughout the night and into the next day over challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery. Teams of 6-10 people run over 10 Legs, varying in distance from 9.3 km to 25.6 km, finishing in Whitehorse, Yukon along the banks of the Yukon River. The relay has 7 Official Categories: Open, Mixed, Women, Masters Open, Masters Mixed, Masters Women and Corporate. As well as 4 Special categories which include 4-person walking, 8-person walking, Youth, and ultra. The weather often varies from beautiful starlit nights with displays of northern lights, to cloudy, foggy, rainy, and sometimes snowy conditions. More often than not, the race ends on a sunny, crisp fall day in the capital where everyone is treated to an awards ceremony and dance. The event attracted approximately 25 teams in 1983, its inaugural year, and has grown extensively throughout its history, registering a record number of 200 teams in Merits hh Draws participants from all over the world. hh Attracts visitors to the Yukon and Alaska. hh Attracts competitive and recreational participants of all ages. hh Attracts people from all communities in the Yukon. hh Provides a challenging athletic endeavor. hh Promotes sport and recreation in the Yukon and Alaska. hh Promotes active living and community development. hh Involves over 350 volunteers throughout the Yukon and Alaska.

3 10.7 Km Spirit Creek 8.3 Km Lewes Lake Road 12.8 Km Kookatson Lake Road 8.3 Km Railroad Tracks 17.1 Km Whitehorse South Access Road 11.5 Km Miles Canyon Turn---off Finish 662m Carcross 726m 768m 738m Emerald Lake Annie Lake Road Carcross Corner 636m SS Klondike Riverboat eg 6 Leg 7 Leg 8 Leg 9 Leg 10 km (0m) 14.2 km (+64m) 19.8 km (+42m) 17.9 km (---30m) 19.1 km (---102m) Klondike Trail of 98 Over 350 volunteers are involved in the production of the relay, making it one of the most successful annual volunteer efforts in the territory. The Klondike Trail of 98 International Road Relay draws an average of 1,800 people to Whitehorse each year and generates over $275,000 in direct spending for the Yukon economy. Of that total, more than 1,000 participants are from different communities throughout Alaska, so there is a tremendous economic benefit for businesses in Skagway and Carcross as well, not to mention many of the businesses set up along the Klondike and Alaska Highway. hh Builds and fosters cross-border partnerships/ relationships. hh Acts as a vehicle to promote the History of the Gold Rush. hh Provides economic benefits for a number of businesses in the Yukon and Alaska. hh Provides sponsorship and advertising opportunities. hh Provides financial support for Sport Yukon s programs and activities. hh Develops community spirit, solidarity and good will. hh Provides training opportunities for volunteer groups such as the Canadian Ski Patrol, Yukon Amateur Radio, RCMP Auxiliary Members and the Gold Wing Road Riders.

And because we have been fortunate to have many of the volunteers and participants return for subsequent years, the feedback received is very thorough and beneficial to the future of the event.

5 Efforts Made to Improve the Event One of the reasons we believe the race is so successful is the proactive approach of the race committee. Each year following the race, the committee meets to review all of the feedback submitted by participants and volunteers. And because we have been fortunate to have many of the volunteers and participants return for subsequent years, the feedback received is very thorough and beneficial to the future of the event. Klondike Trail of 98 Improvements over the Years hh Addition of specialized categories. hh Improved safety standards on the highway. hh Improved working relationships with the R.C.M.P. and Skagway City Police. hh Increased emphasis on a harassment free environment. hh Quality apparel for volunteers. hh Technical running shirts for the participants. hh Opportunities for local retailers to benefit from the race. hh Elimination of the banquet in order to provide an opportunity for all of the restaurants in town to benefit from the race. This also alleviated the problem of feeding 1600 people at one time and location in Whitehorse. hh Opportunities for sponsorship. hh Establishment of a website & social media. hh Production of an information guide, map, and other promotional material. hh Improved partnerships with media and government. hh Upgrades to the results system. hh Honorariums for groups involved in providing essential services for the race. hh Ensuring that the relay continues to be a fun, social event.

Klondike Trail of 98 Sponsor Now Please Check One: Presenting Relay Sponsor From $10,000+ Gold Relay Sponsor From $5,000+ Silver Relay Sponsor From $2,500+ Race Contributor From $500+ Personal info

6 Klondike Trail of 98 Sponsor Now Please Check One: Presenting Relay Sponsor From $10,000+ Gold Relay Sponsor From $5,000+ Silver Relay Sponsor From $2,500+ Race Contributor From $500+ Personal info BUSINESS NAME: PHONE: CONTACT NAME: FA: MAILING ADDRESS: Payment Options Please Invoice Cash Visa Master Amex CREDIT CARD NUMBER: CREDIT CARD EPIRATION DATE: Cheque CHEQUE NUMBER: BUSINESS OWNER/MANGER SIGNATURE DATE SPORT YUKON SIGNATURE DATE Please return completed Business and Payment info to: Sport Yukon th Avenue, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H1 Fax: (867) coordinator@sportyukon.com

7 Sponsor Levels Presenting Relay Sponsor From $10,000+ Gold Relay Sponsor From $5,000+ Presenting Sponsor of Awards to the Winner Named as a Sponsor of the Senators Cup Logo on Volunteer Garment Silver Relay Sponsor From $2,500+ Race Contributor From $500+ Exclusive Rights to Place Freestanding Promotional Signage at One Checkpoint Onsite Promotions/Sale options at Rotary Park Name Mentioned by Announcer at Finish Line Logo on Participant Garment Named as a Sponsor on Print and Radio Advertising Logo on Event Signage Logo on Klondike Road Relay Website Named as a Sponsor at Volunteer Night & Awards Ceremony Logo in Participant Handbook

Welcome Official Categories Everyone and anyone. Minimum of 3 males and 3 females 50% of the team must be employed at the same business/company

Welcome Official Categories Everyone and anyone. Minimum of 3 males and 3 females 50% of the team must be employed at the same business/company Welcome You won t find another race like the Klondike Trail of 98 International Road Relay. It offers breath-taking scenery, team camaraderie, physical challenge and gracious northern hospitality. This