Bonaire EcoSwim

The 4th Annual Deep Blue 10k, 5k &

Metric Mile Swim,

and Ocean Festival

Saturday, November 6^th, 2004

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!

The Magic

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 four different competitive opportunities for the whole family; Award categories will be determined and announced at the pre race meeting.

• 10k Swim (this will be the first year we offer this distance which will be along the coast of Bonaire. It will start at approximately the same time as the 5k)

• 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).

Bonaire EcoSwim, continued

Event Timeline: 

Friday, November 5th 2004

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. Since this is the most important meeting it is a good idea to check the event website www.randynutt.com prior to traveling to Bonaire to see any posted updates regarding this meeting.

7:30 PM: Welcome dinner! (location to be announced at the pre-race meeting)

Saturday, November 6th 2004 (the schedule below is tentative and designed to give you a guide to the timeline. There may be changes which 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 10k and 5k

8:30 - 9:15 AM: Check-in, get race numbers (transportation offered for the 10k swimmers –note the 10k may be moved to an earlier start)

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 for the Deep Blue 10k, 5k and Metric Mile are US$ 75.00 per swimmer, per event and include welcome dinner, t-shirt and swim cap. Swimmers can swim one event only.

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 15^th 2004

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.

Caradonna Caribbean Tours

435 Douglas Ave., Suite 2205

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

phone: 407-774-9000 or 800-328-2288

fax: 407-682-6000

E-mail: sales@caradonna.com

Sand Dollar Condominium Resort, Bonaire

http://www.sanddollarbonaire.com/

P.O. Box 262

Kaya Gobernador N. Debrot 79

Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles

Phone: 599-717-8738 , Fax: 599-717-8760

info@sanddollarbonaire.com

US: 1-800-288-4773 usreservations@sanddollarbonaire.com

Captain Don's Habitat, Bonaire

http://www.habitatdiveresorts.com/bonaire/index.html

P.O. Box 88

Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles

Tel: 011-599-717-8290 Fax: 011-599-717-8240

Email: Bonaire@HabitatDiveResorts.com

QUESTIONS? - contact the Event Director:

Randy Nutt at info@randynutt.com

Important information:

ü ü It is your responsibility to attend the registration and pre-race meeting, as important event information and any changes will be discussed.

ü ü For travel to Bonaire, you must have a Current/Valid passport. Also – Please check with the airlines for additional or updated requirements.

ü ü Remember that Bonaire sits closer to the sun, so bring plenty of Sunscreen!

ü ü US currency and major credit cards are accepted on Island.

ü ü 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.

ü ü Any and all EVENT UPDATES will be posted on the website: www.randynutt.com

ü ü 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

ü ü Due to the nature and complexity of this event no refunds will be given for any reason including event cancellation.