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2018 World Rowing
Coastal Championships
 Victoria, BC, Canada

11th-14th October 2018
   Captains manual
   www.wrcc2018.com
2018 World Rowing Coastal Championships Victoria, BC, Canada 11th-14th October 2018 Captains manual - www.wrcc2018.com - WRCC 2018
First Nations

Sidney, Tulista Park and Bazan Bay are in the traditional territory of the
                     WSÁNEĆ indigenous peoples.

                            S,JIJEȽ EȽ SḰÁL
                       Territorial acknowledgement

           LÁ,E E TŦE ÁLENENEȻs TŦE WŚ̱ ANEĆ WIILṈEW
                  In the homelands of the Saanich people

                           NIȽ SETINES TIÁ,
                         This is known as Sidney

      JE,ÁȽ ȽTE E TŦÁ,IYE TŦE JEMOT EȽ SKÁL I, TŦE S,JIJEȽs
 We acknowledge and welcome the graciousness to the people present today.

                      I MEQ SÁN AȽE E TIÁ ÁNEȻ
                         And everyone here today
                                SḰÁL EṮ:

                               STOLȻEȽ
                                John Elliot

       Be sure to visit the WSÁNEĆ artists in our marketplace.

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Table of Content
WELCOME.......................................................................................... 3
GREETINGS FROM WORLD ROWING FEDERATION......................... 4
ORGANISING COMMITTEE................................................................ 5
EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS...................................... 6
ACCESS TO THE SITE........................................................................ 8
INTERNET AND SERVICES................................................................. 9
COMPETITORS INFORMATION......................................................... 10
        Captains Meeting.................................................................. 10
PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE................................................................. 11
BOAT PARK......................................................................................... 12
RULES OF RACING............................................................................. 14
THE VENUE MAP................................................................................ 15
OVERVIEW VENUE AND COURSE LOCATION................................... 17
TRAINING FLOW PATTERN (4km)..................................................... 18
RACE COURSE MAP 4km................................................................... 19
RACE COURSE MAP 6km................................................................... 20
RAMP ACCESS MAP........................................................................... 21
WARM-UP and START FLOW PATTERN............................................ 22
UNIFORMS.......................................................................................... 23
OFFICIAL CEREMONIES..................................................................... 24
COMPETITORS SOCIAL EVENT......................................................... 25
ENVIRONMENT - GREEN REGATTA.................................................. 26
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS............................................................. 27
VISIT VICTORIA AND THE AREA....................................................... 28
EQUIPMENT PURCHASE.................................................................... 29
VOLUNTEERS...................................................................................... 29
CONTACT............................................................................................ 29
INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2019 WRCC .........................................30

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Welcome
   It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we welcome the rowing
   world to Victoria, home of the 2018 World Rowing Coastal Champion-
   ships (2018 WRCC).
   We are thrilled to be the first location in North America to host this
   international event. Our vision is to host a championship that provides an
   excellent experience for athletes, as well as spectators and volunteers.
   Our goal is to make this regatta a catalyst for the development of coastal
   rowing on the West Coast of Canada. We are committed to supporting
   the local community and running a regatta that respects the natural
   environment.
   Join us for an exceptional championship in a spectacular setting. Race
   with a breathtakingly beautiful backdrop in a pristine environment.
   Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, abundant wildlife such as
   porpoise and orca whales, tall trees and rocky islands, Victoria is an
   adventure playground by the ocean. Come row in a gorgeous setting and
   be welcomed by warm Canadian hospitality.
   Tulista Park in the Town of Sidney is within Greater Victoria and offers
   an ideal venue for 2018 WRCC. A long, straight and gently sloping pebble
   beach offers the opportunity for the first-ever beach start for the
   championships. The racing will be on Bazan Bay. While the bay is
   protected from ocean swells, racers will have challenges of tidal currents,
   wind, waves and the potential of tricky waters created by the interactions
   of wind and tide.
   Sidney is a safe, compact and friendly community, with all amenities in
   easy walking distance of the venue. The city of Victoria, a unique blend
   of old world charm and new world experiences, is only a short distance
   away. Extend your stay to enjoy the beauty and nature of Vancouver
   Island and naturally spectacular British Columbia.
   We are ready and eager to host the world’s best coastal rowers in
   October. Welcome to Canada and Sidney!
   Yours sincerely,

   Julien Bahain
   Regatta Director
   On behalf of WRCC 2018 Organizing Committee
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Greetings from the World Rowing Federation
Welcome to Victoria!
After a very busy and exciting year, we come to the final World Rowing
event of the 2018 season – the World Rowing Coastal Championships.
For the first time the coastal championships will be held in North
America and the organisers in Victoria have been working tirelessly to
make this regatta a great success. It is exciting to see how coastal
rowing is growing, and by bringing this premium event to new continents
we hope to build on the momentum that coastal rowing has – harnessing
the natural seas and oceans that exist to provide beautiful competition
venues for our sport. In line with this growth we will be producing a full
video production of racing for the first time. This will allow anyone from
anywhere in the world to watch the racing.
It is also exciting to see a new event in the programme for the World
Rowing Coastal Championships – the mixed double sculls. Mixed events
have proven to be popular at many events across the world and I am sure
that this will be no exception.
Sidney and Victoria will prove to be a spectacular location for these
Championships – the natural beauty is there for all to see. Let us hope
that we will be blessed with a visit from the famous locals, the orcas,
which feature prominently in the event logo.
On behalf of FISA I would like to thank the Organising Committee for the
enormous amount of work that has gone into making this event happen. I
am always impressed to see how motivated and dedicated the numerous
volunteers and the organisers are to accomplish their tasks. I thank you
very much for that.
I would like to welcome all athletes and I wish them the very best in
delivering a performance that they can be proud of and that they reach
their objectives. I would also like to welcome the support staff,
spectators, media, officials and those involved in making this event
happen.
FISA President, Jean-Christophe Rolland

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Organising Committee
   The 2018 WRCC Organizing Committee (OARCA Coastal Rowing) is a
   strong team of 30 dedicated members supported by an amazing team of
   over 200 volunteers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact
   us.
   Event Website: www.wrcc2018.com
   Contact information
   • Regatta Director - Julien Bahain – regattadirector@wrcc2018.com
   • Event Operations Director - Brenda Taylor – askus@wrcc2018.com
   • Managing Director – Marla Weston – oarca2018@gmail.com
   • Rental Boat Pool - Katie Bahain Steenman – rentaboat@wrcc2018.com
   • Chief Press Officer - Nancy Russell – media@wrcc2018.com
   • Volunteers - Anne Linton – volunteer@wrcc2018.com
   • Medical/Safety - Janice Mason – wrcc2018medical@gmail.com

   President of the Jury – Jerôme Mouly
   National Technical Official liaison – Ge-an Rijniersce

                                                  “Orca Spirit”, by WSANEC
                                                  artist Archie Andrews, is
                                                  the logo of OARCA Coastal
                                                  Rowing.

                                                  60 cm x 40cm signed,
                                                  limited edition prints are
                                                  available for sale online

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Emergency Numbers and Locations
If you are having an emergency, please call: 911
•        Police: 911
•        Fire: 911
•        Ambulance: 911
Poison Control Center: 1 800 567 8911
(Non Emergency) Sidney RCMP: (250) 656-3931
http://bit.ly/WRCCMedicalLocation
Venue Location
Tulista Park
9565 Fifth Street
(250) 544-7676
Nearest Hospital
Saanich Peninsula Hospital
2166 Mt Newton X Rd
Sidney BC V8L 2W5
Emergency is open 24/7
7.1km / 10min by car
Walk in Clinic
Peninsula Medical
2A - 2379 Bevan Avenue
Sidney, BC V8L 4M9
(250) 656-4143
Walk in Clinic
Central Saanich Medical Clinic
1932 Mount Newton Cross Road
Saanichton, BC V8M 2B1
(250) 652-2041

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Location of nearest walk-in-clinic
   The walk-in clinics may be closed on Sunday.
   For locations of other walk-in clinics and wait
   times, check the following:
   http://bit.ly/WalkinClinicWaitTimes
   Dental Clinics
   For a dental emergency, go to the hospital or a walk-in clinic. Most dental
   clinics are not open on the weekend.
   Earthquake
   Victoria is in the earthquake zone of the western Canadian margin. In the
   very unlikely event of an earthquake, note the following:
   •         If you are inside a building, DUCK under heavy furniture or door
            frame, COVER your head with your arms, and HOLD ON to the
            object you are under.
                                                                  EARTHQUAKE/
                                                                                                               FIFTH ST.

   •        Outside, keep away from                                                                   TO

                                                                     TSUNAMI
                                                      OCEAN AVENUE                                  SIDNEY

            buildings, signs and                                     TRAILER PARKING

            overhead wires.
                                            26
                                                                GATHERING
                                                                      N       POINT
                                              IROQUOIS PARK
                                           JURY
                                           ROOM

   •        Aftershocks may occur.                -                  -             -                   ATHLETE
                                                                                                      ENTRANCE
                                                                                                                                   BOAT
                                                                                                                                   STORAGE
                                                                                                                                                    MEDICAL

   •        Do NOT use your cell phone or land lines,
                                                                                                                                                        BOAT STORAGE

            or systems will be overwhelmed.
                                                                                                                                  SKATEBOARD
                                                                                                                                     PARK

   •        A tsunami could occur. The tsunami hazard
                                                                                                                                                                                     COX WEIGH IN
                                                                                                                                                                                     BOAT WEIGH IN
                                                                                                                                                EQUIPMENT
                                                                                                                                                VENDORS                              CONTROL COMMISSION
                                                                                                                                                                          BOAT RENTAL                  LAUNCH &

            zone (less than 4 m above sea level)
                                                                                                                                 TEAM                                                                LANDING AREA
                                                                                                                                 TENTS

                                                                                                                                                                           ACCREDITATION & INFORMATION
                                                                                                                                 CHANGE ROOMS                                      ATHLETE ENTRANCE

            includes most of the rowing venue at
                                                                                                                                                                         WARM-UP
                                                                                                                           TULISTA PARK
                                                                                                                                               VOLLEY
                                                                                                                                                BALL
                                                                                                                               PLAYGROUND                              ATHLETE REST AREA

                                                                                                                                                 VOLUNTEERS
                                                                                                    LOCHSIDE DRIVE

            Tulista Park and the beach area. Stay
                                                                                                                                   PARK BUILDINGS

                                                                                                                                                    GENERAL INFORMATION

                                                                                                                               MARKET

            landward of Lochside Drive and the park.
                                                                                                                                PLACE
                                                                                                                                  &
                                                                                                                                FOOD            BEER GARDEN
                                                                                                                               TRUCKS

                                                                                                                                            VIP AREA

   •        When safe, move quickly to the                                                             RESULTS 19                   FINISH LINE - TIMING TENT

           Gathering Point in Iroquois Park,
                                                                         WEILER AVENUE                                             SPORTS PRESENTATION TEAM

                                                                                                                            VICTORY CEREMONY PREP AREA
                                                                           FISA-OC
                                                         DOPING
                                                         CONTROL           MEDIA

           following the route on the map.
                                                          CEDARWOOD MOTEL

                                                                                       START LINE

                                                                        TO
                                                                     VICTORIA

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Access to the site
Walk
The venue is less than 1 km from downtown Sidney. Sidney is a compact
town with all services, including hotels, cafes, banks and grocery stores,
within easy walking distance. (http://bit.ly/ToDoSidneyBC)
Cycle
Largely flat terrain makes cycling an excellent option in the Sidney area.
The Lochside Regional Bike Trail and other bike paths connect Swartz
Bay (BC Ferry Terminal) and Sidney with downtown Victoria. It is about
25 scenic km to pedal between the two centres. Bike rentals are available
in both Sidney and Victoria. (http://bit.ly/GallopingGooseTrail)
Public Transportation
You can easily travel between Sidney and Victoria by bus #72 or #70
(express). They run approximately every half hour. Closest stops to the
venue are #70 - Fifth at Beacon or #72 - Fifth at Ocean. A day pass is $5
and offers an unlimited number of rides for that day. (https://bctransit.
com/victoria/home)
Driving and Parking
Car rentals are available at the Victoria International Airport and at vari-
ous locations in Victoria. (http://www.victoriaairport.com/car-rentals)
Teams, family and supporters are encouraged to walk, bike or take
public transit to the venue. For those who choose to drive, there is ample
on street parking located in the residential neighbourhoods around the
venue. Please do not park at the Mary Winspear Centre (it is reserved for
patrons of the Sidney Fine Art Show).
Trailer parking
Trailers may be unloaded and stored in the designated area only. There
is no unloading or trailer storage permitted in the boat park. Please notify
rentaboat@wrcc2018.com with your estimated arrival time.
Please park on Ocean Avenue in the Iroquois Parking lot.               Page 8
Trailers can be parked free of charge and overflow parking is
available at Sidney Public Work yard on Ocean avenue.
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Internet and WiFi
   Free public wifi is available at the venue.
   Other services (banking, post office, pharmacy)
   Amenities and services are located in the Town of Sidney, a short walk
   (less than 1 km) from the venue.
   Food
   Visit the cafes, bakeries, restaurants or grocery stores in the Town of Sid-
   ney or visit one of the local food trucks on-site in the Marketplace. Check
   out our social media for updated lists of the vendors and food trucks.
   Marketplace
   Visit the marketplace, conveniently located near the finish line. The
   marketplace includes food trucks, RegattaSport (Official Merchandise
   supplier), First Nations artists, the ArtSea Gallery, featuring work by local
   artists and artisans, local tourism operators and more. Check out our
   social media links for an updated list of vendors.

   Health Tips
   Hypothermia
   The west Coast of Canada in October can be sunny with mild tempera-
   tures or rainy and cold. Due to strong currents, upwelling and tidal
   mixing, the waters in Haro Strait are cold (approx. 10°C). We strongly
   recommend that you prepare for any weather conditions. Always bring a
   change of clothes.
   Travel and health insurance
   Don’t forget to get your own travel and health insurance coverage for the
   duration of your stay in Canada. Tourists and visitors are not covered by
   the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP) and will be billed for all health
   care services. Insurance claims are patient-led and must be started by
   the patient. Copies of the insurance documents are taken at the time of
   hospital admittance in order to confirm information with the insurance
   company.
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Competitors Information and Services
Venue hours
•      Tuesday October 9 12:00-18:00
•      Wednesday October 10 8:00-18:00
•      Thursday October 11 8:00-18:00
•      Friday October 12 6:30 -18:30
•      Saturday October 13 6:30 -18:00
•      Sunday October 14- as needed
Accreditation, Information, Registration (AIR) and Bag Check
Accreditation is required to enter the secure Boat Park and boat launch
area. This area includes Control Commission, Boat and Coxswain
Weigh-In, boat launch ramp, Boat Park (storage) and medical facility.
Registration All athletes are required to register on site and submit the
Rower’s Commitment form by Thursday October 11th at 11 am.
Boat Stickers must be picked up at the time of registration.
The Accreditation/Registration office is open:
•      Tuesday October 9 - 12:00-18:00,
•      Wednesday October 10 - 8:00-18:00
•      Thursday October 11 - 8:00-11:00
Regatta Information and Bag Check. Regatta Information and a secure
bag check is open during official venue hours.
		Captains Meeting
   Thursday October 11, 2018 11:00AM
      St. Andrews Anglican Church
		           9691 Fourth Street,
            Sidney, BC V8L 2Y8
Access to the room is limited to crew captains
only. Information is provided in English and
French.
Emergency Captains Meeting If needed, Emergency
Captains Meeting may be held at the boat ramp at
the venue.
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Provisional Schedule (as of August 30th 2018)
            World Rowing Coastal Championships - Victoria, BC, CAN
 August 30th , 2018      Provisional Programme (D.5)
  Tuesday Wednesday                  Thursday                  Friday           Saturday               Sunday
     9-Oc t             10-Oct          11-Oct                  12-Oct               13-Oct             14-Oct
   Training            Training      Qualification          HEATS                FINALS             RESERVE DAY
                                    Races & Heats         Sunrise 7:29         Sunset 18:25
                                  HEATS & QUAL              HEATS               FINALS
                                                                         A   8:00       CW2x
                                                        8:00        CW2x     8:40       CM4x+
                                                        8:40       CM4x+     9:20       CW1x
                                      Training &                                                         Open
                                                        9:20        CW1x     10:00      CM2x
                                     Accreditation                                                     Regatta
   Training,          Training,                         10:00       CW2x
                                         08:00                               10:40      CW4x+            TBC
     12:00             8:00 hrs                         10:40      CM4x+
                                           -                                 11:20      CM1x
        -                 -                             11:20       CW1x
                                         13:00                                  FINAL A              Come & Try
     17:00            17:00 hrs
                                                                             12:00      CW2x        Coastal Rowing
                                  Crew registration                      B
 Accreditation Accreditation                                                 12:40      CM4x+
                                     9:00 - 11:00       12:00       CM2x     13:20      CW1x         War canoes
                        Crew
                                    Crew Captains       13:00      CW4x+               Victory
                  Registration                                               14:05
                                       Meeting          13:40       CM1x              Ceremony
                                                                                     CW2x CM4x+
                                        11:00           14:20       CM2x     14:20      CM2x
 Venue Closes Venue Closes        HEATS & QUAL 15:00               CW4x+     15:00      CW4x+
     18:00             18:00        14:00 CMix2x        15:40       CM1x     15:40      CM1x
                                                        16:20       CM2x     16:15     Victory
                                                                                      Ceremony
                                    16:00 CMix2x                                      CM2x CM1x    Estimated Entries
                                                        17:40       CM1x     16:40      CMix2x         CW1x 25

                                                                                       Victory         CW2x 20
                                                                             17:20
                                    Qualification                                     Ceremony        CW4x+ 15
                                                                                     CM1x CMix2x
                                  Races (if required)                                                  CM1x 45
                                                                               Medallists’
                                       Opening                               Reception 18:30           CM2x 50
                                      Ceremony                                                        CM4x+ 30
                                        18:00
                                                                                                      CMix2x 32

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Boat Park
Rental Equipment
Oars
Oars can be rented in the same way as the boats. Oars are rented for the
race and allocated after publication of each startlist at the Boat Rental
Tent. The oars you can rent are Croker S40 Arrow Model (285-291).
Rental fee:                             $100 per set (GST included)
Boats
Race ready coastal rowing shells are be available for hire. The rental pool
have 44 boats, 16 single C1x (Y18) and double C2x (Y25) and 12 coxed
quad C4x+ (X-series 35). Boats are shared between crews. While we try
to assign a crew to the same boat for each race it may not be possiblerto
accomplish this for every crew. Boats are allocated to crews at the Boat
Rental Tent after after publication of each startlist. Payment in full is
required at the time of booking. Rental fee is not refundable.
July 1 – September 28:                   $195 per seat (GST included)
September 28 – rental on site:           $250 per seat (GST included)
Upon arrival please check in at the Boat Rental tent if you have rented a
boat and make sure you have secured your training times. All pool boats
and oars must be returned to their assigned spot in the boat park.
Private Boats
For your convenience, the Organising Committee has assigned storage
spots with tires for all boats. Please notify rentaboat@wrcc2018.com by
September 28 with the number and class of boat (1x, 2x 4x+) and if you
are bringing a trailer. We cannot guarantee storage space in the boat park
for boats that arrive without prior notification.

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Boat Weigh-In
    The boat weigh-In tent is located near the boat launch ramp. Test scales
    are not available; however boats may be weighed on the official scales
    except during racing.
    The Boat Weigh-In tent is open:
    Wednesday, Thursday 8:00-18:00, Friday 8:00-18:30, Saturday 8:00-17:30
    All rental boats are weighed before the start of the event with weight
    added to the boat if necessary. The amount of added weight is noted on
    the boat. Athletes are responsible for confirming that the boat carries the
    correct weight.
    Coxswain Weigh-In
    The coxswain weigh-In tent is located near the boat launch ramp. Test
    scales are available during official venue hours. See number 4 on Venue
    map for location.
    Lost and Found
    Please check the Regatta Information tent.
    Tap Water
    Victoria water is excellent for drinking. There are taps on site for refilling
    water bottles.
    FISA Office
    The FISA and OC office is located in the Cedarwood Inn, suite 100
    (ground floor) across the road from the venue. See number 23 on Venue
    Map for location.
    Doping Control
    The Doping Control Centre is located in the Cedarwood Inn and Suites
    room 105, across the road from the main venue. See number 25 on
    Venue Map for Location.

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Athlete rest, change room and warmup tents
Enclosed athlete rest tent and change room tents and a warmup tent
with 6 ergometers are located on the main grass area of Tulista Park,
between the Boat Park and the finish line. Teams are welcome to put up
their own tents in the designated area behind these tents (See number 9
on Venue map for location). Access to this area is not restricted - ac-
creditation is not required. Please note that there are no showers on site.
Showers are available at the Panorama Recreation Centre ($6.75).
Panorama Recreation Centre
1885 Forest Park Drive
North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3

Rules of Racing
Beach start
We are excited that the 2018 World Rowing Coastal Championships will
make use of a beach start. For more information, please read the FISA
rule book http://bit.ly/FISArulebook of racing page 364. Please note that
no one has to run at the start of the race. All crew members are with
the boat and all crews are required to have 2 extra boat handlers at the
start line holding the boat. Crews must organize their own boat handlers.
Water temperatures is around 10°C - boat handlers might want to dress
for the water temperature.
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The Site

                                                                                            FIFTH ST.
                                                                                   TO
                               OCEAN AVENUE                                      SIDNEY

                                                    TRAILER PARKING

           26

                                                                                                                                                            VENUE MAP
         JURY
         ROOM                                    IROQUOIS PARK

    1    ACCREDITATION - REGATTA INFORMATION - REGISTRATION - BAG DROP              ATHLETE                      2 BOAT          3 MEDICAL
                                                                                                                   STORAGE
                                                                                   ENTRANCE
    2

    3
         BOAT STORAGE

         MEDICAL CENTRE                                                                                                                   2
                                                                                                                                                                            N
    4    COXSWAIN WEIGHT IN                                                                                                                                                    ACCREDITATION ZONE

                                                                                                                                        BOAT STORAGE
                                                                                                                                                                               ACCREDITED ACCESS ONLY
    5    BOAT WEIGH IN
                                                                                                                  SKATEBOARD
                                                                                                                     PARK                                                      ATHLETE ENTRANCE
    6    CONTROL COMMISSION 1 & 2                                                                                                                                              SECURITY GATE

    7    EQUIPMENT VENDORS

    8    BOAT RENTAL INFORMATION

    9    TEAM TENTS                                                                                                                                                 4 COX WEIGH IN
                                                                                                                                 7
                                                                                                                                                                    5 BOAT WEIGH IN
    10   WOMEN & MEN CHANGE ROOMS                                                                                               EQUIPMENT
                                                                                                                                VENDORS                           6 CONTROL COMMISSION
    11   WARM-UP / ERG TENT                                                                                        9
                                                                                                                                                        8 BOAT RENTAL              LAUNCH &
                                                                                                                 TEAM                                                                 LANDING AREA
    12   ATHLETE REST AREA                                                                                       TENTS

    13   VOLUNTEER CHECK IN & REST AREA                                                                                                                 1   ACCREDITATION & INFORMATION
                                                                                                                  CHANGE ROOMS 10                                   ATHLETE ENTRANCE
    14   GENERAL INFORMATION
                                                                                                                                                       11 WARM-UP
    15   MARKETPLACE & FOOD TRUCKS - OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE                                               TULISTA PARK
                                                                                                                               VOLLEY
                                                                                                                                BALL
    16   BEER GARDEN
                                                                                                              PLAYGROUND                12 ATHLETE REST AREA

    17   VIP AREA
                                                                                                                            13 VOLUNTEERS
                                                                                 LOCHSIDE DRIVE

                                                                                                                   PARK BUILDINGS
    18   FINISH LINE / TIMING TENT

    19   RESULTS                                                                                                                14 GENERAL INFORMATION
                                                                                                            15
    20   SPORTS PRESENTATION TEAM
                                                                                                             MARKET
                                                                                                              PLACE
    21   VICTORY CEREMONY PREP AREA
                                                                                                                &
                                                                                                              FOOD         16 BEER GARDEN
    22   START LINE
                                                                                                             TRUCKS
    23   FISA - OC (off-site lower floor)
                                                                                                                       17 VIP AREA
    24   MEDIA (off-site upper floor)

    25   DOPING CONTROL (off-site lower floor)

                                                                                    RESULTS 19                    18 FINISH LINE - TIMING TENT
    26   JURY ROOM

                                                         WEILER AVENUE                                           20 SPORTS PRESENTATION TEAM

                                                                                                        21 VICTORY CEREMONY PREP AREA
                                                        23 FISA-OC
                                        DOPING
                                  25 CONTROL            24 MEDIA

                                         CEDARWOOD MOTEL

                                                                 22 START LINE

                                                        TO
                                                     VICTORIA

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          OVERVIEW VENUE AND COURSE LOCATION
TRAINING FLOW PATTERN (4km)
                        Boat Ramp

                                    FE
                                      RR
                                        Y
                 Finish Line                LA
                                              NE

          Beach Start
           Training
                                                   NO
                                                        GO
                                                             ZO
                                                                NE

                                                                  N E
                                                               ZO
                                                             GO
                                                         NO
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          RACE COURSE MAP - HEATS AND B-FINALS (4km)

                            Finish Line

               Start Line                 Warm up
                                           Zone     NO
                                                         GO
                                                              ZO
                                                                 N E

                                                                    E
                                                                ZON
                                                               GO
                                                              NO
RACE COURSE MAP - A FINALS (6km)
                         Finish Line
                                       NO
                                            GO
            Start Line           Warm up         ZON
                                  Zone               E
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                                           NO GO ZONE
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                        RAMP ACCESS MAP

                               Control
                    Boat      Comission
                   Weigh-In

           Boat
          Rental
WARM-UP and BEACH START FLOW PATTERN
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Uniforms
    Team managers and crew captains are reminded that they are required
    to display their family name and country code on the front of their uni-
    form and only their three letter country code on the back.
    Extract from the 2017 FISA Rule book:

    The rules allow two sizes for family names, athletes with short names
    should use the first option [50mm x 120-150mm in uppercase]. Athletes
    with long names should use the second option [50mm x 150mm in lower
    case].
               Example of a uniform with a short family name.
                           Front            Back

    There is no specification on the way the wording is placed onto the uni-
    form. This can be through an attachment or with the letters directly print-
    ed onto the uniform. The example in the picture used vinyl lettering, done
    in a t-shirt printing shop costing EUR 5 or CAD 8 in total. Other teams
    have used fabric labels attached to the uniforms with safety pins.

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Official Ceremonies
Opening Ceremony
Thursday October 11 18:00-18:30 at Tulista Park.

Victory Ceremony
Victory ceremonies are held on the seawall, just south of the Finish Line
tent, immediately after the CW1x Final A (for the CW 2x, CM4x+ and
CW1X), immediately after the CM1x Final A (for the CM2x and CW4x+)
and immediately after the CMix2x Final A (For the CM1x and CMix2x)

Medalist Reception, Medal Ceremony and 2018 WRCC Banquet / Party
                          Saturday October 13
                         Viscount Aero Centre
                      112-9800 McDonald Park Rd
                          Sidney, BC V8L 5W5

Medalist reception:     18:30 -19:00
Medal ceremony:         19:00 - 19:30
2018 WRCC Banquet:      18:30 Cash Bar and snacks
			                     19:30 Buffet dinner
			                     21:00-0:00 Party!
			                     (Cash bar closes at 12 am)
Tickets: $60/person (purchase online). Ticket price includes
transportation from downtown Sidney to the party venue (3km), buffet
dinner, dance and return transportation to Sidney. Please purchase
tickets online (https://www.wrcc2018.com/social-events/), by October
3rd, 2018.
A limited number of tickets may be for sale during the event for $70.

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Competitors Social Events
   Tips and Tricks for Coastal Rowers and Open Water Rowing Adventures
   Join us on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 from 18:30 -20:30 in the SHOAL
   Centre, 10030 Rest haven Dr., Sidney, BC V8L 3G4, for first-hand accounts
   of open water rowing adventures across the Atlantic Ocean, around
   Vancouver Island and up the Inside Passage to Alaska. Tickets can be
   purchased from the General Information tent ($10). A limited number of
   tickets may be available at the door (cash only)
                18:30-19:00 Tips and Tricks for Coastal Rowers
   •       Guin Batten – Chair, FISA Rowing for All Commission
                 19:00-20:30 Open Water Rowing Adventures
   •       Colin Angus – Adventurer – First person to make a self-propelled
            global circumnavigation including a row across the Atlantic
            Ocean from Portugal to Mexico.
   •       Julien Bahain – Olympic Medalist in Rowing – successfully
            completed 2013 transatlantic rowing expedition.
   •       Ian Graeme – 4-time participant in the Race to Alaska
            (https://r2ak.com/), 750 nautical miles through the wild Inside
            Passage from Port Townsend, Washington to Ketchikan, Alaska,
            by sail, rowboat and kayak.
   Beergarten
   Enjoy the Beergarten, located next to the finish line, sponsored by
   Category 12, a local craft brewery. They source local, you drink local.
   Biergarten hours: Friday and Saturday 12:00- 18:00.
   https://category12beer.com/

  Spectator Boat (details still to be confirmed)
  You want to get closer to the action? Our Spectator Boat, sponsored by
  Sidney Harbour Cruise (http://www.ecocruising.com/about-us.html),
  takes you on the water for 1 hours of pure rowing experience. Watch the
  races up close and in comfort from the 28 ft, 12 passenger vessel, with a
  fully-enclosed solarium dome. Visit the General Information tent for the
  spectator boat schedule, pickup location and to buy tickets. Ticket Price:
  $20 (includes GST)
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Environment - Green Regatta
•       Waste: please use the recycling bins at the venue. Victoria
        recycles glass, tin, hard plastic, paper, organics (food waste) and
        beverage containers. Help us keep the venue clean and waste
        properly sorted.
•       Victoria water is excellent for drinking. Tap water for refillable
        water bottles is available onsite- remember to bring your
        water bottle! We do not sell bottled water. We also
        encourage you to bring your own refillable “travel mug” for
        coffee, to cut down on the amount of garbage.
•       Leave the venue clean and free of waste at the end of each day.
        Minimize use of paper (as well as printing ink); go digital
        wherever practical.
•       Respect the natural environment and marine life. Do not throw
        bottles or other waste into the sea. Enjoy the sea life on the
        beaches, but please leave the critters where they are. Do not take
        them home with you.
Learn more about the Salish Seas marine ecosystem, the local orcas
(killer whales) and other marine creatures. Visit the Shaw Centre for the
Salish Sea (https://www.salishseacentre.org/)
A Clean Air Bylaw applies throughout the Capital Regional District,
including the Tulista Park venue. Smoking is banned in all:
•       Indoor spaces and outdoor restaurant patios,
•       Playgrounds, parks, bus stops and public squares, and
•       Within 7m of all business doors, windows and air intakes.
Reduce your Carbon footprint:
•      The venue is within easy walking distance of amenities in Sidney
       and is served by public transit.
•      Support businesses that sell or serve local products.
•      Purchase carbon offsets to offset the carbon emissions from
       your travel to the regatta.
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SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
   The Organising Committee would like to extend our sincere appreciation
   to the many local sponsors and partners who are supporting this event.
   We encourage you to support those businesses who support rowing!
   Event Partners

   Communication Partner		                Media Partner

   Orca Partners

   Arbutus Partners

   Local Suppliers

   Official Suppliers

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VISIT VICTORIA AND THE AREA
Sidney is located on the Saanich Peninsula, at the southern end of
Vancouver Island, approximately 20 km north of Victoria, 5 km from
Victoria International airport and 5 km from the BC Ferries terminal at
Swartz Bay.
Sidney (SETI,NES) is in the traditional territory of the WSÁNEĆ First
Nation, which includes the Tsaykum, Tsawout, Tsartlip and Pauquachin
bands. A compact, picturesque community of about 12,000 residents,
Sidney lies on the shores of the Salish Sea, amidst the beautiful Gulf
Islands. The pedestrian-friendly downtown offers an excellent variety of
stores, specialty shops and businesses providing unique products and
personalized service. Sidney is Canada’s only Booktown where you can
enjoy many hours of browsing through new and used bookstores. Visit
the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, explore the beaches and tide pools,
relax in one of Sidney’s local cafes or enjoy a walk along the Seaside
Walkway.
Victoria is a vibrant city on the edge of nature, blending old-world charm
and new-world experiences. Surrounded by the sea, close to the rugged
West Coast and the peaceful Gulf Islands, the Victoria region is a
playground for adventurous outdoor enthusiasts, offering great hiking,
kayaking, diving, fishing, mountain biking and whale watching. Enjoy
the fabulous West Coast cuisine - think locally roasted coffee, locally
grown fruits and vegetables, salmon, cheeses from Saltspring Island and
award-winning BC wines. Victoria is acclaimed as BC’s craft beer capital.
Sophisticated, a little wild, fascinating and friendly – welcome to Sidney,
Victoria and to Canada. For more information and inspiration check the
website of the Town of Sidney or Tourism Victoria. www.sidney.ca www.
tourismvictoria.com
Sidney Fine Art Show October 12, 13,14
The Sidney Fine Art Show is one of the largest and most prestigious
juried arts shows in British Columbia, featuring 400 carefully selected
works of art, and attracting over 3000 visitors. The show is within easy
walking distance of the regatta venue at the Mary Winspear Centre 2243
Beacon Ave W, Sidney. www.sidneyfineartshow.ca/

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EQUIPMENT PURCHASE
    One of the goals of the 2018 WRCC is to leave a legacy of equipment
    to support the development of coastal rowing in BC, Canada and North
    America. Boats out of the rental boat pool are available for purchase by
    individuals or clubs after the Regatta.
    Do not miss out on the special 2018 World Rowing Coastal
    Championships discounts Please visit our website for more information
    www.wrcc2018.com/equipment-purchase/
    You also have the opportunity to buy Croker S 40 Arrow’s with a special
    discount. Visit our website for more information or contact Croker West
    (http://crokerwest.com).
    VOLUNTEERS
    This event would not be possible without the volunteers. Over 200 people
    will be filling more than 900 volunteer shifts during the event. Please take
    a minute to say thank you and share your story with them!
    The Organising Committee would like to extend our sincere appreciation
    for the support of the many volunteers, Sidney residents, local boating
    community, the local rowing, paddling and sailing clubs, Rowing
    Canada Aviron and Rowing BC who have come together to make this
    event possible.

    CONTACT
    General: askus@wrcc2018.com
    Renting a boat: rentaboat@wrcc2018.com
    Media Inquiries: media@wrcc2018.com
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