Russell Fork Race details

[JFD]

hope to see more of a C-1 contingent out here this year!

Lord of the Fork Race, Saturday Oct. 28th, start time around 2:00, but show up at Garden Hole no later than 1pm to register (or register the night before at take-out campsite.)
We had initially asked for a registration fee, but instead we are going to ask for donations to help offset our costs. (we would suggest a donation of about $10 or more if you have it to spare.) We also ask that every racer bring something to donate to the prize stash, it can be in the traditional rf race prize form, or it can be cash, beverages, gear, food, etc. (anything goes, just bring something that you think would make a nice addition to the prize table.)
The race is very dangerous, make sure you know about Fist, and know the course in general prior to racing, and make sure you are fit enough to paddle all-out for 10-15 minutes on class 5 water. Volume should be around 1100-1300 cfs on race day. The race starts in the pool a few hundred yards above Towers and ends just below Climax.
Paddle whatever craft you like in the race, we don't have categories based on boat length. Fastest person wins.
We are still looking for volunteers to set safety. We will have a prize raffle for volunteers. Bring a throw rope, rescue gear, and if you have one a small handheld radio. contact me prior to race day to volunteer (jackditty@mac.com).
hope to see you there, don't forget your halloween costume for the festival.
jay