The 1st Annual Deep Blue 5k Swim,
Metric Mile Swim,
and Ocean Festival
Location: The
Dutch Caribbean Island of Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles is located 50 miles
north of Venezuela and 30 miles from Curacao.
The island is 24 miles long by 3-7 miles wide. Bonaire has
earned its reputation as one of the world's most beautiful dive locations. Now it is the site of a spectacular open
water swim!
of Bonaire: Located outside
the hurricane belt, Bonaire's average temperature is 82 F (27.8 C) with
an average water temperature of 80 F (26.7 C). The diligent stewardship of its marine resources has created a
water lover’s paradise. Approximately 60% of the Island and 100 % of
nearby Klein Bonaire is National Park.
All of the waters off Bonaire's coast have been legally protected since
1979. You will see why the Bonaire Hotel and Tourism Association
(BONHATA), along with Aqua-Moon Adventures are pleased to host this
premier open water swim and ocean festival. Come for the swim but also
enjoy these other world class adventures and activities: free-diving; scuba
diving; mountain biking; sea kayaking; wind surfing; bird watching; and
stargazing.
Course:
The ocean swim and
festival will host three different competitive opportunities for the whole
family.
·
Deep Blue 5k: The start and finish
will take place from Captain Don's Habitat Resort. Swim from Bonaire to
Klein Bonaire and back, rounding fixed buoys.
There will be a water stop available along the course.
·
The Metric Mile: The
race will start near Klein Bonaire (there will be boat transportation
provided) and finish at the dock at Captain Don's Habitat Resort.
·
Kids Fun Swim: Approximately 200
meters, in front of Captain Don’s dock (race day on-site registration).
Event
Divisions, Categories and Awards:
5k and Metric Mile:
·
Solo Swimmer: Male
/ Female
Awards: Top 10 overall
Top 3 male and female
Top 3 male and female
over 40
Kids Fun Swim:
Event
Timeline:
Thursday, November 29th,
2001
3:00 - 5:00 PM: Registration at Captain Don's
Habitat Resort. This is mandatory, as any last minute updates will be
announced during registration.
5:00 - 5:45 PM: The
Event Courses and Rules will be discussed.
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Welcome
dinner!
Friday, November 30th, 2001
Metric Mile
7:00 - 7:30 AM: Check-in
7:30 AM: Depart by boat to Klein Bonaire
8:00 AM: Race Start!
Deep Blue 5k
8:30 - 9:15 AM: Check-in
9:15 AM: Pre-race instructions
9:30 AM: Race Start!
Kids Fun Swim
8:30 - 9:00 AM: Registration
and Check-in
9:00 - 9:15 AM: Race Start!
Awards Ceremony:
5:30 - 7:00 PM: Awards
presented at the Divi Flamingo Resort
Saturday, December 1st, 2001
Free-dive adventure to be announced!
Entry
Fees (Deep Blue 5k and Metric Mile only):
US$ 65.00 per swimmer: Includes
swim entry, welcome dinner, t-shirt and swim cap.
Checks should be made payable and mailed to: Aqua Moon Adventures
PO Box 9448
Coral Springs,
Florida 33075
Entry
Deadline: Entries must be received by November 1st,
2001
Airfare,
Transportation and Lodging:
For all your travel needs contact Caradonna Caribbean Tours. They specialize in travel packages for the Caribbean and Bonaire. They can help you with everything including airfare, car rentals, and lodging. In addition, they can provide information and reservations for a variety of on-island activities. Remember to mention that you are coming for the Bonaire EcoSwim.
435 Douglas Ave., Suite 2205
phone: 407-774-9000 or
800-328-2288
fax: 407-682-6000
E-mail: sales@caradonna.com
Event
Director:
Randy Nutt: in
the US, 305-821-7067
Questions can be sent via email to Randy at info@randynutt.com or randy@thevictor.com
Important
information:
·
US
currency and major credit cards accepted on Island.
·
Any
and all EVENT UPDATES will be posted on the website: www.randynutt.com under “events.”
·
It
is your responsibility to attend the registration and pre-event meetings, as
important event information and any changes will be discussed.
·
It is also a good idea to join the event’s mailing
list. In addition to posting any
important updates on the website, these updates will also be sent to those on
the mailing list. To add your name to
the mailing list, please go to the following website: http://www.randynutt.com/aqua9.html and click on the “join mailing list” icon, where you will
be asked to enter your e-mail address.
Due to the nature and complexity of this event no
refunds will be given for any reason including event cancellation.