The 3rd 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 are National Park.
Families of donkeys roam freely in fields and along roads, nibbling on
grass. All of the waters off Bonaire's
coast have been legally protected since 1979. 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: Swim from the
coast of 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 off the coast of Bonaire.
·
Fun Swim: Approximately 200 meters along the coast of Bonaire (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
Fun Swim:
Bonaire EcoSwim, continued
Event Timeline:
Friday, November 7th 2003
5:00 - 6:00 PM : Goodie
Bag and T-Shirt pickup at Captain Don’s Habitat Conference Meeting Room
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Mandatory
Pre-Race Meeting at Captain Don’s Habitat Conference Meeting Room. The Event
Courses and Rules will be discussed.
This is mandatory, as any last minute updates will be
announced during this meeting.
7:30 PM: Welcome
dinner! (location to be announced at the pre-race meeting)
Saturday, November 8th 2003 (the schedule below is
tentative and any changes will be discussed at the mandatory pre-race meeting)
Metric Mile
7:00 - 7:30 AM: Check-in, get race numbers
7:30 AM: Depart
by boat to Klein Bonaire
8:00 AM: Race
Start!
Deep Blue 5k
8:30 - 9:15 AM: Check-in, get race numbers
9:15 AM: Pre-race
instructions
9:30 AM: Race
Start!
Fun Swim
8:30 - 9:00 AM: Registration and Check-in
9:00 - 9:15 AM: Race Start!
Awards Ceremony:
Location and time will be announced at the mandatory pre-race
meeting.
Bonaire EcoSwim, continued
Entry Fees (Deep Blue 5k and Metric Mile
only):
US$ 75.00 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 October 15th 2003
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.
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: info@randynutt.com
Important information:
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It is your responsibility to attend the
registration and pre-race meeting, as important event information and any
changes will be discussed.
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For travel to Bonaire, you must
have a Current/Valid
passport. Also – Please check with the airlines for additional or updated
requirements.
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Remember that Bonaire sits closer to the sun,
so bring plenty of Sunscreen!
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US currency and major credit cards are accepted
on Island.
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Several on island social activities may be
offered (mountain biking, snorkeling, sunset cruises, dinner on the beach,
pizza party, and wine tastings). These activities were very successful last
year and you will be able to get details at the pre-race meeting. These
activities are optional and additional fees will apply.
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Any and all EVENT UPDATES will be posted
on the website: www.randynutt.com under “events.”
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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.
If your email address changes please remember that you must re-join with your
new address.
ü Due to the nature and complexity of this event no refunds will be given for any reason including event cancellation.