Canoeing
EVENT
The NSMSG canoeing competition is open to all athletes aged 18 and older. There will be both singles and doubles competitions, including one for males, females, and co-ed. This is due to the many safety hazards that come with this competition.
This event will take place at Oakfield Park (366 Oakfield Park Rd., Halifax)
VENUE
366 Oakfield Park Rd, Oakfield, NS B2T 1B3
PARTICIPANTS
The most recent version of the Marathon Canoe Racing Competition Rules will apply unless otherwise stated in the tech package.
COMPETITION FORMAT
Events are either finals OR semi-finals/finals, OR heats/semi-finals/finals, depending on the number of entries. There will be no consolation races. All races will begin with a mass start.
OFFICIALS
All officials including line persons and scorekeepers, will be designated and approved by the Host Community.
GENERAL RULES
Number of Athletes
Each community may enter as many athletes as they wish until the limit is reached. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
The Host Community shall provide canoes, paddles and all accessories. All equipment must comply with the Marathon Canoe Racing Competition rules.
A 17-foot canoe will be used for this event. All competitors must use an approved Personal Floatation Device (PFD).
COMPETITION RULES
In the case of lightning, the competition will be suspended and/or rescheduled at the discretion of the canoeing organizing committee. All competitors MUST know how to swim.