ultra-trail harricana du canadatm september 9-10-11-12 2021
athlete guide 5-10-20-28-42-65-80 and 125 km
Presented by Table of Contents WORD FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER...... 4 WORD FROM the race director...... 5 WORD FROM the Deputy director and Head-Volunteers...... 5 Our team leaders | the executive board...... 6 our aid station captains...... 7 A WORD FROM THE MAYOR OF LA MALBAIE | A WORD FROM our MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT...... 8 A WORD FROM LA traversée de charlevoix...... 9 EVENTS...... 12 RULES AND REGULATIONS...... 16 weather...... 16 SCHEDULE 2021...... 18 bib pickup...... 19 TRAIL MARKING/FLAGGING ...... 21 EQUIPMENT...... 22 TIMING AND ONLINE RESULTS | DROPPING OUT AND GETTING BACK...... 24 PACERS...... 24 mapping...... 25 SAFETY AND FIRST AID | Physiotherapy Services...... 25 HEALTH RULES THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED iN THE SHUTTLES...... 26 DROP BAGS...... 30 support crew...... 31 SERVICES AT AID STATIONS...... 33 Services available at the aid stations...... 34 - 35 CUT OFF TIMES...... 38 AWARDS AND CEREMONIES | MEDALS...... 44 finisher gift...... 45 After race meal...... 45 guru : Energy Partner to the UTHC | Beer Microbrasserie Charlevoix...... 45 SUSTAINABLE RACE...... 46 PARKING | Public Shuttles | frequently asked questions...... 48 volunteering...... 48 Accomodations...... 48 Store...... 50 Digital Resources...... 51 Health Guide...... 52 partners...... 63
2 | Athlete guide UTHC
WORD FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
« It is with lots of enthusiasm and great excitement that the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM team is preparing to receive you in Charlevoix.
We have worked hard for this 10th anniversary to offer you an exceptional event. Over the years, the event has continued to grow and consolidate all the while preserving that authentic and convivial spirit we love so much.
Despite the challenges of COVID, we hope to present a festive and unforgettable rendez-vous that will live up to the expectations you have been nurturing for months.
Thank you to the many partners who have made this event possible for 10 years as well as to the hundreds of volunteers who have helped us year after year. Every involvement makes a significant difference in the success of this project which is much more than an event, but the annual summit of a community of enthusiasts, active all year long. »
Marline Côté, General Manager
4 | Athlete guide UTHC WORD FROM the race director
« Dear athletes,
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2021 edition of the Ultra-trail Harricana du CanadaTM. What a joy to see so many of you coming to join us in Charlevoix to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the event!
For the occasion, we have prepared a very diversified program. From the 1 km for children, to the 125 km master event, we are offering exceptionally this year the nine (9) courses developed by UTHC. In addition we offer you the new 42 km of Saint-Siméon. Technical and wild, this last one will amaze you with its grandiose panoramas on the St-Lawrence river. Another novelty, the 125 km will now start on Friday afternoon to offer you an improved experience (and a longer weekend with us!).
On the health and safety side, we have gone to great lengths to provide you with the best possible support, day and night, throughout your challenge.
UTHC is fast approaching and, after the smaller 2020 edition, we are looking forward to seeing many of you on our different routes. We'll be able to celebrate 10 years of the Ultra-trail Harricana du CanadaTM, but above all, the pleasure of being together.
Happy training and see you soon! »
Julien Harvey, Race director
WORD FROM the Deputy director and Head-Volunteers
« It is with great exhilaration that we have been planning the 2021 edition of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM for the last several months. We always look forward to welcoming you, this year especially, to celebrate the tenth anniversary! I remember with great emotion that very first edition. Even back then , we were already setting the bar high. And today, we are more than ever committed to delivering an event that will be remembered for a long time. And to celebrate its tenth anniversary, UTHC marks the occasion by offering you ten races!
It is with great pleasure that I will be on site for the tenth consecutive year with all the ultra- volunteers who get involved year after year and allow us to make this event happen. I take this opportunity to warmly thank them and wish you all a good race! »
Erika Potvin, Deputy director and Head-Volunteers
ultratrailharricana.com | 5 Our team leaders
Julien Harvey Jonathan Cantin Nicolas Fréret Erika Potvin Race director Race director - MGF Director of communications Deputy director and Aid station logistics Head-Volunteers
François Jean Jean-Marc Nantel Claude Miville Geneviève Boivin Deputy race director Medical Director Head-trail marking Head-Branding and Montagne Explore Director-video
Benoit Petit Camille Girard Jean-François Pelletier Suzy Blanchet Coordinator - Aid station Head-Registrar and Head-set-up Head-transport captains route development-MGF logistics-GESTEV logistics-GESTEV
Félicia Corbeil Margaux Narbey Pierre Tremblay Marie-Eve Trudel Volunteer coordination - Volunteer coordination - Head-runner's follow up Head of Registrations during event during event the executive board Sébastien Côté - President and co-founder Geneviève Boivin - Vice-President and co-founder Sébastien Boivin - Co-founder and Member of the Board Sophie Raymond - Member of the Board Karine Corbeil - Treasurer Nadia Jubinville - Member of the Board Claude Miville - Secretary Jean-Sébastien Drolet - Member of the Board
6 | Athlete guide UTHC our aid station captains
Sophie Falciglia Cécile Arnold Béatrice Gourdon-Fauron Catherine Martineau Lac-à-L'Empêche Morios & Marmotte Chouette & McLeod SEPAQ Parc Hautes-Gorges
Marie-Josée Lapointe Gilles Poulin Nadia Gaudet Jean-Pierre Potvin Geai Bleu Coyote Epervier Draveur & Split
Kathleen Simard Martin Guérin Jonathan Morin-Émond Lyne Simard-Senechal Split Split Montagne Noire Montagne Noire
Franck Laigle Julie Brassard Fortin Aude Dubois Arthur Savard Epervier SEPAQ Parc Hautes-Gorges De Comporté the executive board Sébastien Côté - President and co-founder Geneviève Boivin - Vice-President and co-founder Sébastien Boivin - Co-founder and Member of the Board Sophie Raymond - Member of the Board Karine Corbeil - Treasurer Nadia Jubinville - Member of the Board Claude Miville - Secretary Patricia Morsisette Tommie-Anne Côté Jean-Sébastien Drolet - Member of the Board Finish line Finish line
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A WORD FROM THE MAYOR OF LA MALBAIE
The Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has become an event of considerable renown that puts La Malbaie and Charlevoix on the world map to shine there brightly. Congratulations to the organizers and numerous volunteers. You are the proud ambassadors of our beautiful region.
Michel Couturier, mayor
A WORD FROM our MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Each and every year, athletes are proud to take part in this event, refuelling from the landscapes’ beauty. Many thanks to the organizers and their team, who successfully deliver an adventure that supports several causes in the community. I am happy to contribute to one of the region’s signature events and wish all our athletes a wonderful race.
Ms Émilie Foster, Charlevoix-Côté-de-Beaupré MP
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à Laici Malbaie We find time... and amazing trails to escape into the wild ! www.ville.lamalbaie.qc.ca A WORD FROM LA traversée de charlevoix
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125 km / 4220 m D+
Duration: 13 h 15 to 29 h | 5 ITRA points Qualifying race for the Western States and the UTMB. A remote linear route in the heart of Quebec's boreal forest The 125 km of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM is a linear route through the mountains, lakes, rivers and deep forests of the Charlevoix tourist region. Mainly running on single track, often entwined by roots, adding to the technicality of a course where vigilance is required from start to finish. Although the beginning of the event is technical and abrupt, many sections are rolling, which makes it a demanding and exhausting track where it is possible to run all the time. The trail passes through four peaks. You will thus climb the Mont du Lac-à-l'Empêche, the Mont Morios which offers a breathtaking view of the region , the Noyée mountain which has the profile of a woman floating on water and finally the Montagne Noire, which precedes the finish line at the Mont Grands-Fonds ski resort and its green and marshy paths. Be careful not to underestimate this difficult course. In fact, just over half of the participants crossed the finish line since its inception in 2016. Starting in September 2021, the race will be launched on Friday afternoons in the depths of the boreal forest. Course overview
Tips Read the detailed description of the course on our website. This will help you anticipate how to manage your energy and your effort during each section of the race. The race begins with 4 km of forest trails, a segment where you will position yourself properly before entering into a much more technical section where passing other runners will be difficult. But don’t worry – you’ll still have over 100 km to pick up the pace if you wish. Take advantage of this time to save your energy and give yourself better chances to succeed.
The 125 km race is a very difficult course that’s not to be taken lightly. If you must abandon the race because you are poorly prepared, there will be major safety concerns for you, the other athletes, and the volunteers. Only well prepared, experienced athletes may participate. If you are uncertain about your ability to complete the race, do not hesitate to contact expert coaches or consult the Le Coaching du coureur training programs to evaluate whether your training plan will be sufficient.
12 | Athlete guide UTHC 80 km / 2146 M D+
Duration: 7 h 30 to 15 h 30 | 3 ITRA points The start of the 80 km is given at the Parc des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie reception area. You will run a loop of about 15 km in the Hautes Gorges valley by taking the Riverain trail which climbs into the forest to the des Érables dam that you will cross to follow the Malbaie river and join the 65 km route, halfway through the 125 km UTHC. You will cross several lakes and will be able to see, if you are lucky, hawks, beavers, porcupines or moose. The UTHC 80 is the ideal springboard for athletes who aspire to someday race in the UTHC 125 km. This competition takes place only every two years alternating with the 42 km Classic. The 80 km is held in even years (2022, 2024 ...) and the 42 km Classic in odd years (2021, 2023 ...). For the 10th anniversary of UTHC in 2021, we will make an exception to the alternation rule to offer all our routes, including the 80 km. Course overview
65 km / 1870 M D+
Duration: 5 h 40 to 11 h 30 | 3 ITRA points The 65 km is one of the most popular events of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM. It's a magnificent gateway to the ultra. It sets off in the early morning at the reception point of the Parc des Hautes- Gorges, which marks half way for the 125 km event, and shares the route of the Canadian Ultra-Trail World Tour event until the finish line at Mont Grand-Fonds. It is a linear route running along the Malbaie River before venturing into the mountains to play on the single tracks that weave their way between the ubiquitous trees. Top athletes run the entire length of this fast track (victory in 5 h 30 despite the 1900m D +) where race management is essential to perform. The trails require extreme vigilance due to an abundance of entwined roots. Course overview
ultratrailharricana.com | 13 42 km -classic / 1 300 m D+
Duration: 3 h 30 to 8 h 30 | 2 ITRA points This trail strikes a balance between speed and technicality and is a perfect challenge for those who want to try out a long distance for the first time. You will come across many lakes and will maybe get the chance to cross paths with some of the local Canadian fauna such as the sparrowhawk, the beaver, the porcupine or the moose. Course overview
NEW 42 km - St-Siméon / 1 545 m D+
Duration: 3 h 50 to 8 h 30 | 2 ITRA points The circuit, which connects Saint-Siméon to Mont Grand-Fonds through the National Trail, is a technical and singletrack trail throughout most of the distance. It takes you to the top of several wide-open summits offering spectacular and little-known views over the region, the St. Lawrence River, and the Palissades de Charlevoix. This trail is classified as difficult, offering few exit points to athletes abandoning the race, and is therefore reserved for experienced trail runners. Course overview
28 km / 1 000 m D+
Duration: 2 h 00 to 5 h 30 This race kicks off with an ascent of Mont Grand-Fonds for a little over 300 meters. Are you up for such an explosive start? This course is challenging and diverse in nature, some of its legs can be completed rather fast while others are extremely technical to the point of making you dance. It is the most popular race of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM. Course overview
14 | Athlete guide UTHC NEw 28 km duo Night Run / 1 000 M D+
Duration: 2 h à 5 h 30 This is the same UTHC 28km course, but is to be completed as a team (two people or more), and takes place at night! The teams must follow and support each other through out. This is the concept of this race, which is meant to be friendly and different from the challenges athletes are used to. Classification will be awarded by team and not by individuals.Warning: additional compulsory items are required on this route to ensure the safety of athletes.There is no need to register for a starting wave ahead of time. Simply arrive at the wave that corresponds to your estimated race time. Course overview
20 km / 740 m D+
Duration: 1 h 30 to 4 h New, all-trail, technical course is ideal for both new and seasoned trail runners. The new 20 km race on Mont Grand-Fonds’ snowshoeing and ski trails mixes up single-track, with wider, moss-covered paths and a few short hill sections, a steady 300 m of D+, with the ascension of Mont Grand-Fonds making it both accessible and surprising! Course overview
10 km / 220 m D+
Duration: 45 min. to 2 h 00 The ideal trail running event for beginners. This race will get underway on the cross-country trails of the ski center. You will come across Camp Georges, continue unto the Orignac trail and along the Comporté River Course overview
5 km / 220 m D+
Duration: 20 min. to 1 h 30 This 100% trail race in the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area. A perfect introduction to trailrunning. Course overview
harricana.info | 15 RULES AND REGULATIONS
Regardless of your athletic abilities, everyone is considered to be an accomplished athlete and the competition is taken seriously.
Athletes who do not abide by the rules and regulations of the UTHC could receive a warning, a time penalty or be disqualified. You can consult the complete official rules and regulations of the UTHC at harricana.info. The following is a summary of the applicable rules.
In brief: ffEnsure your bib is worn on the front of the body and is visible at all times. ffAlways remain on the marked trail. ffPacers are allowed only for the 80 km (from SPLIT aid station). ffThe assistance of a crew is permitted for the 125 km only. The crew is permitted at La Marmotte, Parc des Hautes-Gorges, SPLIT and at the Mont Grand-Fonds finish area. Crews must respect the rules that are applicable to their participation (visit our web page for support crew) ; ffAlways pick up your trash and dispose of it at the appropriate areas of the aid stations. ffCutoff times must be respected to avoid elimination. ffMandatory equipment must be worn or carried at all times. ffThe Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has a zero-tolerance policy for the use of performance- enhancing drugs (PED). The UTHC stresses that although cannabis consumption is legal in Canada, all cannabinoids except cannabidiol (CBD), are prohibited during competition by the WADA. The 2021 edition of UTHC is taking place within a context where health standards are stricter than that of the previous editions. We ask all participants to consult the Health Guide at the end of this guide, where they will be made aware of their responsibilities in upholding these standards and sign their mandatory Commitment Agreement.
weather
Charlevoix’s climate is cold and humid in September. Seasonal averages Furthermore, temperatures and precipitations can be extremely cold in the fall, especially at high altitudes and in Minimum 3°C the backcountry. If you’re running the 125 km,you will be be Maximum 15°C exposed to winds at the different summits. It is therefore Sunrise 6:13 am important to be vigilant to the risks of hypothermia. Sunset 7:00 pm
16 | Athlete guide UTHC L A T R A V E R S É E D E C H A R L E V O I X 188 km to explore
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www.traverseedecharlevoix.qc.ca SCHEDULE 2021
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9
4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Press conference and athlete's panel (open to all) Manoir Richelieu (181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. VIP Hike-Race followed by the opening cocktail (open to all, registration required) Manoir Richelieu (181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie)
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10
1 p.m. Start 125 km (those planning on needing less than 20 hours to complete the course)* ZEC des Martres welcome center at kilometer 27
2 p.m. Start 125 km (those planning on needing more than 20 hours to complete the course)* ZEC des Martres welcome center at kilometer 27
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11
6 a.m. Start 65 km (for those who plan on needing fewer than 9.5 hours to complete the course)* (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
7 a.m. Start 65 km (for those who plan on needing more than 9.5 hours to complete the course)* (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
8 a.m. Start 80 km (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
9 a.m. Start 42 km - Classic (for those who plan on needing fewer than 6 hours to complete the course) Zec du Lac-aux-Sables (mandatory shuttle)
9:30 a.m. Start 42 km - Classic (for those who plan on needing than 6 hours to complete the course) Zec du Lac-aux-Sables (mandatory shuttle)
9 a.m. Start 28 km (for those who plan on needing fewer than 3 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
9:30 a.m. Start 28 km (for those planning on requiring between 3 and 4 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
10 a.m. Start 28 km (for those who plan on needing more than 4 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
6:30 p.m. Start 28 km Night Duo (Mont Grand-Fonds)
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12
8 a.m. Start 42 km - St-Siméon (318 Rue Saint Laurent, St-Siméon)
9 a.m. Start 10 km (Mont Grand-Fonds)
9:30 a.m. Start 20 km (Mont Grand-Fonds)
10 a.m. Start 5 km - Desjardins (Mont Grand-Fonds)
11 a.m. Start 1 km (Mont Grand-Fonds) * There is no need to register for a starting wave ahead of time. Simply arrive at the wave that corresponds to your estimated race time bib pickup ffMANDATORY EQUIPMENT AND ID REQUIRED for all distances ffReserve your time slot ahead of time to better manage crowds. MANDATORY FORM
DATE TIME LIEU RACE Boutique du Lac Saturday Sept 4 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1020 Boulevard du Lac, All distances Lac-Beauport, Québec Mont Grand-Fonds Thursday Sept 10 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, All distances La Malbaie Mont Grand-Fonds All distances Friday Sept 10 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, La Malbaie except 125 km 10:30 a.m. to Zec des Martres Friday Sept 10 125 km only 2:30 p.m. poste d'accueil au km 27
Mont Grand-Fonds 42 km St-Siméon, 28 km Duo de Saturday Sept 11 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, La Malbaie nuit, 20 km, 10 km, 5 km, 1 km Mont Grand-Fonds Sunday Sept 12 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, 20 km, 10 km, 5 km, 1 km La Malbaie
ultratrailharricana.com | 19 Balance and freshness on the Flavour Trail
Take this route dotted with gourmet riches and findings. The harmony between a unique savoir-faire, high regard for the land, and remarkable sensitivity, create true local delights. Reconnect The Flavour Trail proposes several stops to stock up on delicious products promoting a healthy and balanced diet. Between river and mountains, and meeting the region’s chefs 1 800 667-2276 and producers, we get a taste of happiness. charlevoixtourism.com ©Annie Ferland ©Annie TRAIL MARKING/FLAGGING
There will be pink flags every 200 meters or less on all courses. There will also be markers counting down every kilometer (see picture above). The 80, 65, 42, 28, 20 and 10 km courses all eventually join up to the 125 km course, converging together towards the finish line and partly sharing the same markers.
The 125km course is marked for the night time as of kilometre marker 109 onwards and are additionally marked with either reflective markers fixed to trees at 3 feet from the ground or placed on the ground on the forest roads. The 28 km is also fully marked for the night.
Follow the red arrows to make sure you stay on the right trail. Prohibited sections are identified by prohibition markers (square and white) with the Harricana wolf logo or with orange ground markings. If you don't see any ribbons for 10 minutes, you have left the trail.
Be alert when you leave the forest roads and must use the trails of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM. We have installed trestles to help you find the red arrows that direct you to the trails.
Athletes are responsible for being on the correct course. In case of error, athletes must backtrack and take up the course again from where they left it. Any athlete who has not completed the entire marked course must notify the organization and declare themselves as disqualified.
ultratrailharricana.com | 21 EQUIPMENT
To take part in these events, some basic material and equipment is mandatory. However, it is important to note that the mandatory equipment is considered the absolute minimum required and that each athlete should adapt the contents of their bags to their own needs and capacities. Furthermore, the UTHC events are semi-autonomous. Semi-autonomy is defined as the capacity to be autonomous between two aid stations with respects to food, water, equipment and security. You should be able to adapt to any situation you might face between aid stations with the equipment you carry with you.
28 28 20 10 5 Equipment km night km km km km
COVID : Two masks or face coverings
COVID : Mini bottle of antiseptic product EpiPen (for insect and food allergies) for those who need it Reusable cup or container for food and liquid (e.g. soup) The aid stations do not have cups, dishes or cutlery. You must carry what you need with you. min 15 cl
Survival blanket (min. 1.40 m x 2 m)
Whistle Waterproof coat with hood The jacket must have an attached hood (windbreakers will not be accepted)
Warm hat (tuque ) Working headlamp and extra set of batteries (recommendation: 200 lumens or more for the main light)
Minimum 500 ml of water
Food supply (energy bars, gels, other)
Cell phone (with pre-registered emergency number 833 427-7422) For short distances around Mont Grand-Fonds sector, cellular signal is generally available at all times.
Gloves (to keep your hands warm)
Baseball cap, bandana or Buff® Long-sleeved mid-layer Arm warmers do not count as this midlayer.
Trekking poles
Earphones
Animals
Legend: Mandatory Recommended Authorized Prohibited 125 80 65 42 Equipment km km km km
COVID : Two masks or face coverings
COVID : Mini bottle of antiseptic product
Minimum 1 litre of water
Food supply (energy bars, gels, other)
Whistle EpiPen (for insect and food allergies) for those who need it
Survival blanket (min. 1.40 m x 2 m) Reusable cup or container for food and liquid (e.g. soup) The aid stations do not have cups, dishes or cutlery. You must carry what you need with you. min 15 cl
Cell phone (with pre-registered emergency number 833 427-7422) There is not much cell reception along the course, but texts can be sent depending on the location.
Course map (Ondago on cell phone or other GPX application) Jacket with hood to withstand inclement weather that includes a waterproof and breathable membrane The jacket must have an attached hood (windbreakers will not be accepted)
Warm hat (tuque ) Working headlamp (recommendation: 200 lumens or more for the main light)
Gloves (to keep your hands warm) Long-sleeved mid-layer Arm warmers do not count as this midlayer. Extra set of batteries, extra working headlamp or power bank (charger) Basic first aid kit Including plasters for blisters, water sterilization device, lighter, therapeutic stabilizing tape (taping), acetaminophen, dry ice, sterile bandages, penknife, etc.
Baseball cap, bandana or Buff®
Bear bell
Waterproof or windproof pants
Trekking poles
Earphones
Animals
Legend: Mandatory Recommended Authorized Prohibited TIMING AND ONLINE RESULTS
Timing for all events is done by Sportstats. The results will be available live online. See results
Athletes and spectators can follow the race on the Sportstats website. After the race, you can also download your participation certificate through the Sportstats website.
DROPPING OUT AND GETTING BACK
Should you choose to drop out of the race, or be required to end the race for medical reasons, it is important to report that you are dropping out to the nearest aid station captain or to a first aider. Otherwise, we might have to search for you for hours unnecessarily.
Quitting the race and leaving the course without reporting it to a member of the UTHC organisation is PROHIBITED. Anyone dropping out of the race must ensure that the race director has taken note of their bib number. The bib numbers of racers having dropped out will then be sent to the timing and results team.
Any participant having confirmed that they are dropping out of the race will be automatically taken charge of by the organization to be brought back. You will have to be patient. Courses are linear and you may have to wait an hour or more before being brought back to Mont Grand-Fonds
Please note that dropping out is restricted to exceptions such as cases of force majeure at the Les Morios and La Chouette aid stations, which are difficult to access.
PACERS
Pacers are permitted on the 80 km only (from the SPLIT aid station, access by foot only) See map. Pacers are not permitted at any other UTHC races. Being accompanied during all or part of the race by a person who is not registered to run the race is forbidden. A 30-minute penalty may be applied for receiving assistance outside the designated areas. See race rules Pacers do not need to register in advance. The 80 km athletes will collect their pacer bibs and share their pacers’ names at the bib pick up.
24 | Athlete guide UTHC mapping
Using the ONDAGO app, you can use your smartphone to navigate through the different interactive maps of the UTHC. Even without cellular reception, you will be able to see where you are along the race course of your choice as the application uses your phone’s GPS. However you must download the course maps before heading out to areas with poor cellular reception. The course maps are also available at the end of this guide.
SAFETY AND FIRST AID
A team of professionals, aided by volunteers, will be on-site to provide emergency care to athletes in need. Most aids stations will have first aid trained personnel and specialised teams will be called upon if needed. This service is offered by Montagne Explore.
Physiotherapy Services
Physiotherapists will be available at all aid stations as well as on course to offer you treatments. At the finish line, the friendly team of Physio PMP, from Quebec City, will be will be available to help. Do not hesitate to consult them!
ultratrailharricana.com | 25 HEALTH RULES THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED IN THE SHUTTLES
Your Own transportation
You can be dropped off at the 125, 80, 65, and 42 km Saint-Siméon starting areas.
However, in order to avoid congestion and traffic problems at the departures of the 125 km and 42 km from Saint-Siméon, we recommend that you use the shuttles to get there.
The shuttle is compulsory for the 42 km Classic.
Once at the start site, attendants can drop off the athletes or use the temporary parking spaces for their race preparations. Due to the limited spaces in the departure area parking lots, your attendants will be asked to leave as soon as possible. In addition, no vehicle can stay at these sites for the day.
RIDE-SHARE
We have created a platform to ease ride-sharing in between participants who want to get to the start line the morning of the race. Please go to the following site to post or ask for available spots.
shuttle buses
Shuttle buses represent a risk for the spread of the virus as part of your race. We ask for your collaboration in following the volunteers’ guidelines. You will have to give your name before entering a vehicle.
You will have to wash your hands before boarding the bus and wear a mask or face covering for the entire length of the trip.
Thank you for your collaboration!
To use a shuttle bus, each athlete must reserve a seat before August 25th by filling out the form on the following page: Register for shuttles
26 | Athlete guide UTHC 125 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 75 minutes
1 p.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 20 hours)
Option 1 10 :30 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 10 :45 a.m. Option 3 Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8) Option 4 11:15 a.m. Bus stops at Motel Chez Laurent (1493, boul. Mgr de Laval, Baie-Saint-Paul) Option 5 11:20 a.m. Bus stops at l'église de St-Urbain (990, rue Saint-Édouard, Saint-Urbain)
2 p.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 20 hours)
Option 1 11 :45 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 12 :00 a.m. Option 3 Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8) Option 4 12:30 a.m. Bus stops at Motel Chez Laurent (1493, boul. Mgr de Laval, Baie-Saint-Paul) Option 5 12:35 a.m. Bus stops at l'église de St-Urbain (990, rue Saint-Édouard, Saint-Urbain)
Register for shuttles
ultratrailharricana.com | 27 80 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
Option 1 6 :15 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 6 :30 a.m. Option 3 Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
65 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
6 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 9.5 hours)
Option 1 4 :15 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 4 :30 a.m. Option 3 Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
7 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 9.5 hours)
Option 1 5 :15 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 5:30 a.m. Option 3 Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Register for shuttles
28 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 28 mandatory 42 km classic shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 60 minutes
9 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 6 hours)
Option 1 7 :30 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 7 :45 a.m. Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) Option 3 7 :30 a.m. Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
9:30 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 6 hours)
Option 1 8 :00 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 8 :15 a.m. Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) Option 3 8 :00 a.m. Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
42 km St-Siméon shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
Option 1 6 :30 a.m. Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area Option 2 Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground (500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie) 6 :45 a.m. Option 3 Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau (104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Register for shuttles
ultratrailharricana.com | 29 DROP BAGS
Only athletes running the 125 km event have access to a drop bag service.
125 km A The North Face bag will be given to you when you pick up your bib. You must clearly identify your TNF drop bag. The morning of the race, at the starting line, you will be able to leave the bag, identified with your name and bib number. This drop bag will also be your finish bag so you should pack a towel and change of clothes. You should also pack enough clothes and equipment to spend a second night on the course. Drop bags will be available twice: once at the halfway mark at the parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie aid station, and once more at the arrival site. (This service was supposed to be canceled according to the Health Guide, but we were able to reintegrate it after having discussions with Public Health authorities. We would invite only those people with no support crew to use the service).
42 km, 65 km and 80 km Participants in the 80 km and 65 km races can leave a bag with personal effects at the race start. A bag will be provided at the bib pick-up. The bag must be labelled as specified. A shuttle will bring the bag to the finish area.
30 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 30 support crew
The assistance of a crew is permitted for the 125k only. The role of the crew is to offer comfort, equipment and food to their athlete. The crew is permitted at the La Marmotte, Parc des Hautes-Gorges, and Split aid stations as well as the Mont Grands-Fonds finish area.
Crews are expected to be autonomous and will not have access to the food and fluids at aid station.
Since space is limited, only one car per athlete is allowed at La Marmotte aid station. When they pick up their bibs, athletes will receive a sticker to give to the support crew. The sticker numbers will be noted as the cars arrive. Crew members must follow the access schedule to ease traffic on the road that will also be used by athletes during the race. Please note that the road leading to this refueling station is bumpy and is not recommended for low floor vehicles. See map.
Warning about the cold and the night: With the change of schedule of the 125 km this year, the support teams will be present at night on certain sections of the course. Nights are cool in September and can even reach freezing. We invite you to prepare yourselves adequately with warm clothes. Small shelters (for example a small marquee tent) and stoves can be taken to the support team sites to help warm you up.
The SEPAQ Hautes-Gorges aid station is accessible by car (paved road). See map.
To get to the Split aid station. See map.
To ensure easy access to aid stations, download the ONDAGO app for your smart phone. Interactive maps of the UTHC will show you the way to the aid stations.
Members of the support team are limited to family members or close friends, that is; those living at the same address or including only one additional address.
ultratrailharricana.com | 31 New!
In a bid to build on its sustainable development goals, the Ultra-Trail Harricana of CanadaTM will now offer a Brix maple gel refill to those who have a refillable flask!
You will be able to refill your flask at the Mont Grands-Fonds site (1 refill) or at the Coyote and the SPLIT aid stations.
1 flask refill = two packs of BRIX (value of $ 5.80 + tx)
To get your refillable flask bearing the UTHC logo, visit boutique.ultratrailharricana.com
32 | Athlete guide UTHC SERVICES AT AID STATIONS
Please note there will be absolutely no glasses available at any of the aid stations. You must therefore bring a glass or goblet with you for all events. If needed, cups will be available for purchase at the La Boutique du Lac kiosk in the exhibitor’s zone and during bib distribution in La Malbaie on the Friday.
Each refueling station has a toilet facility, except the Morios and Montage Noire stations, where it is impossible to transport toilet infrastructures.
ultratrailharricana.com | 33 FRIDAY -SATURDAY Ser Surprises* Proteins* Salted Sweets Beverages Surprise #5:Happy Yak Surprise #4 Surprise #3 /napolitaine sauce Surprise #2 Surprise #1 Cheese Curds Tortillas Peanut butter&jelly Eggs Vegetable broth Salted potatoes Pretzels and chips Dattes Cookies Gummies Naak Waffles Ultra Energy Oranges and bananas Coffee Coca Cola Spark (liquid electrolytes) Water vices a : Grilled cheese : Brownies : Macaroni meat : Brixrefill v ailable at theaidstations
Lac à l’Empêche
Morios
Marmotte
Chouette 125 km Sepaq HG
Les Draveurs
Geai Bleu 125 km Coyote 125 km Epervier 125 km Split
Montagne Noire Services available at the aid stations SUNDAY Lac à l’Empêche Morios Marmotte Chouette Sepaq HG Les Draveurs Geai Bleu Coyote Epervier Split Noire Montagne Arthur Savard - 42km Arthur Savard - 42km McLeod Épervier - 42km Comporté - 20km SPLIT - 10km 20km Water Water Spark (liquid electrolytes) Spark (liquid electrolytes) Coca Cola Beverages
Beverages Coca Cola
Coffee Oranges and bananas
Oranges and bananas Naak Waffles
Naak Waffles Ultra Energy Gummies Gummies
Sweets Dattes Sweets Cookies Cookies
Dattes Water melon
Pretzels and chips Pretzels and chips
Salted potatoes Salted potatoes Salted Salted Vegetable broth Vegetable broth Eggs Surprise : Tortillas Tortillas Peanut butter & jelly Peanut butter & jelly
Proteins* Cheese Curds
Surprise #1 : Grilled cheese
Surprise #2 : Macaroni meat /napolitaine sauce
Surprise #3 : Brownies
Surprises* Surprise #4 : Brix refill
125 125 125 125 Surprise #5: Happy Yak km km km km
ultratrailharricana.com | 35 Aid stations
42 km Aid station 125 km 80 km 65 km classic
Mont du Lac à l'Empêche
Morios (water only)
Marmotte
Chouette
Parc des Hautes-Gorges
Les Draveurs
Geai Bleu
Coyote Presented by Bromont Ultra
Épervier
Split
Montagne Noire
Mont Grand-Fonds Presented by Club de Trail Nord Boréal
42 km Aid station 28 km 20 km 10 km St-Siméon
Arthur Savard
McLeod
Épervier
De Comporté
Split
Montagne Noire
Mont Grand-Fonds Apporter votre tasse pour avoir un café gratuit au départ au Parc des Hautes-Gorges et au site principal du Mont-Grand-Fonds!
42 km Aid station 28 km 20 km 10 km St-Siméon
Arthur Savard
McLeod
Épervier
De Comporté
Split
Montagne Noire
Mont Grand-Fonds CUT OFF TIMES
The cut off times are shown in the pace charts below. We ask that you respect these times and the on site personel who must enforce them by not arguing the cut offs with them. The race director has the authority, not the onsite volunteers. These times are realistic and are based on the results from past years. Because the events are held deep in the backcountry, we must ensure that the safety systems in place are not compromised. The medical team on-site could require you to abandon the race at any time should they determine your safety is at risk.
An analysis of your physical state by the medical staff onsite could be required at the Parc des Hautes-Gorges aid station to determine whether you may continue the race or not.
38 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 38 uthc 125 km
IMPORTANT : the estimated times for the last 125 km athletes are faster for the first part of the course, up to Hautes-Gorges. Times then become longer right until the finish line. This means you must not start your race off too slowly so as not to be disqualified at La Marmotte or Hautes- Gorges.
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 15 km Start Zec des Martres (480 D+ / 495 D-) 13:00 14:30 11.5 km 15 km Mont du Lac à l'Empêche (355 D+ / 620 D-) 14:37 17:50 8.1 km 26.5 km Morios water station (550 D+ / 587 D-) 15:52 20:25 16.1 km 34.6 km Marmotte (775 D+ / 545 D-) 16:44 22:10 10.1 km 50.7 km Chouette (230 D+ / 545 D-) 18:29 01:40 6.6 km 60.8 km SEPAQ Hautes-Gorges (drop bag) (100 D+ / 125 D-) 19:35 04:00 15.4 km 67.4 km Geai bleu (570 D+ / 150 D-) 20:18 05:35 18.5 km 82.9 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 21:58 9:20 6.8 km 101.4 km Épervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 23:59 13:50 7.3 km 108.2 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 00:43 15:25 7 km 115.5 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 01:30 17:15 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 02:19 19:30 Total 13 h 19 29 h
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 13 min 16 s/km Cut off ultratrailharricana.com | 39 uthc 80 km
Estimated time of passage
Stage Stations Next station First runner1 Last runner2
10.9 km Start Parc des Hautes-Gorges (320 D+ / 340 D-) 8:00 8:30 11.1 km 10.9 km Station des Draveurs (100 D+ / 160 D-) 8:59 10:40 15.1 km 22 km Geai bleu (570 D+ / 150 D-) 9:59 12:50 18.9 km 37.1 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 11:23 15:50 6.8 km 56 km Epervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 13:05 19:35 7.3 km 62.8 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 13:42 21:00 7.5 km 70.1 km Montagne noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 14:41 22:25 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 15:02 23:55 Total 7 h 02 15 h 23
1 Speed 5 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed 11 min 50 s/km Cut off
uthc 65 km
Estimated time of passage
Stage Stations Next station First runner1 Last runner2
6.6 km First start Parc des Hautes-Gorges (100 D+ / 160 D-) 6:00 7:30 18.5 km 6.6 km Geai bleu (405 D+ / 540 D-) 6:35 8 :50 6.8 km 22 km Coyote (255 D+ / 215 D-) 7 :57 11 :50 7.3 km 40.5 km Épervier (400 D+ / 140 D-) 9 :36 15 :30 7.5 km 47.3 km Split (100 D+ / 380 D-) 10 :12 16 :50 54.6 km Montagne Noire 7.5 km 10 :51 18 :20 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11 :31 19 :45 Total 5 h 31 12 h 15
1 Speed of 5 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 11 min 50 s/km Cut off
40 | Athlete guide UTHC uthc 42 km - classic
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 2.6 km Start ZEC du Lac au sable (140 D+ / 15 D-) 9:00 10:00 18.5 km 2.6 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 9:13 10:35 6.8 km 21.1 km Épervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 10:45 14:15 7.3 km 27.9 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 11:19 15:35 7.5 km 35.2 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 11:56 17:05 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 12:33 18:35 Total 3 h 33 8 h 30
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 12 s/km
uthc 42 km - St-Siméon
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 5.1 km Start Saint-Siméon (200 D+ / 90 D-) 8:00 8:30 16.8 km 5.1 km Ravito Arthur Savard (820 D+ / 650 D-) 8:28 9:35 9.9 km 21.9 km Ravito McLeod (250 D+ / 129 D-) 10:00 13:00 10 km 31.8 km Ravito Épervier (275 D+ / 325 D-) 10:54 15:05 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11:49 17:05 Total 3 h 49 8 h 35
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 20 s/km Cut off
ultratrailharricana.com | 41 uthc 28 km
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 13 km Start Mont Grand-Fonds (500 D+ / 480 D-) 9:00 10:00 7 km 13 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 9:56 12:40 8 km 20 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 10:26 14:00 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11:01 15:40 Total 2 h 00 15 h 40
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 mins/km
uthc 28 km - night duo
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 13 km Start Mont Grand-Fonds (500 D+ / 480 D-) 18:30 18:45 7 km 13 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 19:35 21:25 8 km 20 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 20:10 22:45 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 20:50 00:25 Total 2 h 20 5 h 30
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km
42 | Athlete guide UTHC uthc 20 km
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 8 km Start Mont Grand-Fonds (410 D+ / 340 D-) 9:30 10:00 5 km 8 km Station d'eau (115 D+ / 130 D-) 10:04 11:40 7 km 13 km Split (215 D+ / 270 D-) 10:26 12:40 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 10:56 14:00 Total 1 h 26 4 h 00
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km uthc 10 km
Estimated time of passage First Last Stage Stations Next station runner1 runner2 6 km Start Mont Grand-Fonds (170 D+ / 120 D-) 9:00 9:30 4 km 6 km Split (50 D+ / 100 D-) 9:27 10:45 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 9:45 11:35 Total 45 min. 2 h 05
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 30 s/km uthc 5 km
Estimated time of passage First Last Stations Next station runner1 runner2 5 km Start Mont Grand-Fonds (125 D+ / 125 D-) 10:00 10:30 Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 10:21 11:30 Total 21 min. 1 h 00
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km
ultratrailharricana.com | 43 AWARDS AND CEREMONIES
Saturday sunday
12 p.m. : 28 km Classic podium 10:30 a.m. : 10 km podium
12:30 p.m. : 125 km podium 10:45 a.m. : 5 km podium
2 p.m. : 42 km podium 12 p.m. : 20 km podium
2:30 p.m.: 65 km podium 1:30 p.m.: 42 km Saint-Siméon podium
5 p.m. : Presentation of the cheque to the MS Society of Canada
7 p.m. : 80 km podium
9:45 p.m. : 28 km Night duo podium
The first 5 men and first 5 women will be asked to introduce themselves. The schedule is subject to change due to actual arrival time of athletes.
44 | guide de l'athlète UTHC finisher gift All athletes who finish the 125 km race within the 25-hour cutoff time will receive an engraved 125 km Opinel knife. All athletes who finish their race will also receive a wooden UTHC wolf statuette. Volunteers will be responsible for distributing these prizes as athletes cross the finish line. Opinel knives will not be sent by mail if they are forgotten.
post race meal Athletes will be served a hot, gourmet meal after their race. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are #D51F35 available. See complete menu
: Energy Partner to the UTHC
The dynamic Guru team, a Quebec based energy drink, awaits you on the main site of the Mont Grand-Fonds. Come and pick up your free can!
Beer Microbrasserie Charlevoix All athletes are entitled to a MicroBrasserie Charlevoix beer. To claim your beverage, make your way to the main tent outside the Mont Grand-Fonds chalet! SUSTAINABLE RACE
From its very beginnings, Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has taken an environmentally responsible approach in almost all of its actions and activities. These values guide our decision-making process and have helped the event stand out in several ways in the areas of social, economic and environmental development over the last several years.
While this philosophy has always been an informal part of the organizational culture, our team wanted to ensure the continuity and coherence of our actions. In 2017, we decided to send a clear, consistent message to all our team members, partners, collaborators, suppliers as well as our runners, with a global, long-term vision aiming to structure and consolidate the steps that still need to be taken to continue reducing the environmental impacts of Événements Harricana’s projects.
Our commitment to sustainable development Waste management ffProvide bins to collect compostable and recyclable materials at the main site and at the 15 aid stations, and encourage runners to use them correctly ; ffProhibit runners from throwing garbage on the ground during the run under penalty of disqualification ; ffGradually incorporate washable dishware for the post-race athlete meal ; ffGive remaining food to a local organization (the Service alimentaire et aide budgétaire de Charlevoix-Est) to redistribute to people in need ;
Reducing the event's footprint ffGive out virtual swag bags. Instead of receiving printed materials, runners will be able to download partner promotions and ads on the web ; ffMake event medals out of biodegradable Quebec-sourced wood ; ffLimit the distribution of promotional items, especially those that don’t last long or that have limited value ; ffSell t-shirts so that only people who want them get them ; ffCut down on printed materials. Most communication is done on the web through the digital newsletter, social media, website, etc ; ffBorrow or rent materials from other organizations rather than buying them or having them custom-made for us. Likewise, we will lend out our materials and share our expertise with other organizations ; ffNo longer hand out drinking cups at the races. Runners must have their own reusable cups/ bottles ; ffEliminate disposable energy gel packs at aid stations ; ffUse reusable containers to deliver water to the aid stations ;
46 | Athlete guide UTHC Education, information and training ffThrough our communications, educate and inform runners and partners on the importance of preserving the environment and the efforts we should all be making toward that goal ; ffWhen possible, car travel will be reduced for the working team, and Communauto services will be promoted ; ffEncourage ride-sharing to the event site (via newsletter, website, social media, etc.).
Social development ffProvide free registration to the young members of the Motivaction Jeunesse group and to representatives and members of other non-profits ; ffOrganize the sale of used sports items for runners ; ffSupport charitable or social causes including the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada ; ffProvide our employees paid leave to volunteer for the causes of their choice (e.g. Fondation En Cœur) ; ffParticipate in the annual cleanup of the Traversée de Charlevoix trails.
Economic development ffHighlight local products, services and companies ; ffHold the event outside of high-tourist season to encourage off-season visits to tourist attractions in the Charlevoix region ; ffHighlight the Mont Grand-Fonds ski centre and bring visibility to the mountain.
Environmentally responsible ethics ffChoose organic and certified fair-trade foods whenever possible ; ffProduce, when possible, Harricana Boutique items and clothing in Quebec and with ecological or recycled materials ; ffWrite and implement a sustainable development policy to guide our organizational decisions ;
Thank you for joining us in our efforts to reduce waste and repurpose any unavoidable waste. Ultra- Trail Harricana du CanadaTM’s sustainable development strategy is made possible with support from
Learn more about food waste PARKING
Only standard vehicles (car, pick-up, SUV) or van type (mini-van, westfalia, etc.) not using more than one parking space, may enter the parking lot at Mont Grand-Fonds and stay for the night. All types of recreational vehicle will be prohibited. It is expected that there will be a great deal of traffic this year in the parking lot, and that is why we have to apply these measures. Showers will only be accessible to athletes after their race. The outdoor, chemical toilets will be available at all times.
Public Shuttles A free shuttle will transport athletes, volunteers and accompanying persons continuously between the Mont Grand-Fonds, downtown La Malbaie (Sports Complex) and the Fraser Falls campsite from Saturday morning to Sunday end of day. See map.
Schedule : Saturday September 11, from 1 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday September 12, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
frequently asked questions
Find the answers to most of your questions on our FAQ page.
volunteering
Have you considered being a volunteer before or after your race? Check out our volunteer recognition program and get up to 100% off your 2022 registration, on top of the satisfaction you’ll feel for doing your part to make the event successful. Learn more about volunteering at the UTHC.
ACCOMODATIONS
Still looking for accomodations? Have a look at the Tourisme Charlevoix website where you will find plenty of suggestions. To find out which rooms are still available in the region, contact us at [email protected] or La Malbaie tourist information office at 418-665-4454.
Here are some suggestions for accomodations: ffCamping des Chutes Fraser. ffMotel Le Mirage. ffFairmont Le Manoir Richelieu.
48 | Athlete guide UTHC
Store
Want to bring home a souvenir of your Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM participation? A boutique will be available all weekend with different event keepsakes.
You can also order online through our website all year long at :
boutique.ultratrailharricana.com
50 | Athlete guide UTHC Digital Resources
Webinars
To help participants prepare as best they can for their race, we will be sharing webinars to discuss important subjects such as race rules. Register or listen to archived broadcasts
Suggested apps ffOndago ffParcourir Charlevoix ffMétéoCAN
ultratrailharricana.com | 51 Health Guide
Word from the team One year after our 2020 "COVID" edition, the health context has fortunately improved a lot. We are mostly all vaccinated, borders are reopening and society has resumed its course relatively normally.
However, we still have to compose with measures to mitigate the spread of the virus, which continues its progression and even its mutation here and elsewhere in the world.
After consulting the competent authorities and observing similar events, we present in this document the measures that must be implemented during the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM.
Obviously, the festive atmosphere that we love so much also remains our priority in order to deliver a grandiose event, up to your expectations.
We thank you in advance for your collaboration in making this 10th edition a resounding success!
The Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM team
General instructions ffWe ask athletes, volunteers, team members and anyone involved in the event to act responsibly by respecting all the required health rules as soon as they arrive in Charlevoix in order to protect the entire population and avoid any possible outbreaks in the region. ffAll athletes, volunteers, team members or attendants who plan to come to the Ultra-Trail HarricanaTM of Canada must self-assess their health before traveling. ffWe ask that all athletes, volunteers and accompanying persons sign their Contract (mandatory) BEFORE the event.
Shuttles to starting points ffWe will keep an attendance register for each of the shuttles in order to contact you quickly if we think you may have come into contact with someone who is contagious. ffYou will receive a new procedural mask for the shuttle and it will be mandatory to wash your hands before getting on the buses. ffIt is mandatory to register in advance for your shuttle in order to properly manage crowds and requirements.
Departure management ffPhysical distancing of one metre between each persons is required at all times. ffMask or face coverings are mandatory on site until the start, where you will be positioned at one metre from each other. ffRace starts will be continuous, in small groups. You can access the departure area as soon as you are ready. The fastest are invited to take their place in the first starting wave. On course behavior ffWhen passing, we invite you to signal your intention to pass so that those ahead can yield with sufficient room. ffWait until it is possible to pass while leaving a distance of at least one metre. ffAs much as possible, avoid running in the same "lane" as the runner ahead of you and remain at more than two metres from each other. ffAvoid spitting, sniffing or evacuating nasal and respiratory secretions during the race in close proximity to other runners.
Toilets and showers Toilets will be installed in sufficient quantity at all sites, showers will also be available at the Mont Grand-Fonds arrival site. Wipes and antiseptic soap will be made available. Thank you for washing your hands before and after using the toilets and showers and respecting physical distancing when in line. Employees or volunteers will ensure regular cleaning of the premises (e.g. washing doors handles, etc.).
Aid Stations ffUpon arrival to an aid station hand washing is mandatory, mask wearing is not. ffWe ask that food be consumed after leaving the aid station. ffLet the volunteers serve you and only touch the food you intend to eat.
Arrival Site ffAttendants are invited to access the site only at the anticipated finish time of their runner based on the timing available from Sportstats. ffWe ask that you don your spare mask once you have crossed the finish line. ffTo ensure site fluidity, you can remain on site only for up to 45 minutes after your arrival if you do not require first aid of any kind. ffAs required by the health authorities, accompanying persons must present proof of full vaccination to access the site. This proof must correspond to the requirements provided by the government between now and the race. ffAccompanying persons greeting their athlete at the main site must be limited to 1 to 2 persons per athlete at the most (plus children, if applicable) in order to avoid gatherings. Since the capacity of the main site is limited, we may have to prioritize volunteers and athletes if there is too much traffic from time to time. Station Le Coyote UTHC 125K
LÉGENDE / LEGEND Station Eau / Water Geai Bleu
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid Station SEPAQ Hautes-Gorges Station Épervier Équipe de soutien Support Crew
Sac d’appoint / Drop Bag
Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS
DISTANCE Station Chouette 122km Station Split
DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION Station Montagne Noire +4220m / -4580m
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME Montagne 29 heures Noire STATIONS Arrivée / Finish MGF 10 Montagne de la Noyée PARCOURS / COURSE Linéaire / Linear
Station de la Marmotte Le Gros Mont (Morios) Point d'eau Morios
Station Lac à l'Empêche
Mont du Départ 125km Lac à l’Empêche Mont Dufour 5km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 122
CUTOFF CUTOFF CUTOFF CUTOFF CUTOFF CUTOFF 941 *voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart*voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart
ALTITUDE (M) 825
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195 15km 11.5km 8.1km 16.1km 10.1km 6.6km 15.4km 18.5km 6.8km 7.3km 7km
Départ Station Station Station Station Station SEPAQ Station Station Station Station Montagne Arrivée Start Lac à l'Empêche d'eau Morios de la Marmotte Chouette Hautes-Gorges Geai Bleu Le Coyote Épervier Split Noire Finish 15km 26.5km 34.6km 50.7km 60.8km 67.4km 82.9km 101.4km 108.2km 115.5km 122km UTHC 80K
Station Les Draveurs LÉGENDE / LEGEND Station Le Coyote Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid
Réseau / Cellular Network Station Geai Bleu INFORMATIONS
DISTANCE 78 km Départ / Start 80km DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION +2146m / -1976m Station Epervier TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 16h
STATIONS 6
PARCOURS / COURSE Linéaire / Linear
Station Montagne Noire Station Split
Arrivée Finish 5km MGF
DISTANCE (KM) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 77,63 789.9 m CUTOFF CUTOFF *voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart
ALTITUDE (M) 700 m
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11km 11km 15.7km 18.5km 6.8km 7.2km 7.5km 196.9 m
Départ Station Station Station Station Station Montagne Arrivée Start Les Draveurs Geai Bleu Le Coyote Épervier Split Noire Finish 11km 22km 37,7km 55km 62,8km 70km 77,6km Station Le Coyote UTHC 65K
LÉGENDE / LEGEND
Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid Station Réseau / Cellular Network Geai Bleu INFORMATIONS
DISTANCE 63km Départ / Start 65km DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION Station Epervier +1870m / -1550m
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 12h15
STATIONS 5
PARCOURS / COURSE Linéaire / Linear
Station Split
Station Montagne Noire
Arrivée Finish MGF 5km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 62 791 CUTOFF CUTOFF 750 *voir/see pacechart *voir/see pacechart
700 ALTITUDE (M) 650
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195 6.6km 15.4km 18.5km 6.8km 7.3km 7.5km
Départ Station Station Station Station Montagne Arrivée Start Geai Bleu Le Coyote Épervier Split Noire Finish 6.6km 22km 40.5km 47.3km 54.6km 62km Station Le Coyote Départ / Start 42km UTHC 42K classique/classic
LÉGENDE / LEGEND
Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid
Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS
DISTANCE 42,7km DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION Station Epervier +1300m / -1290m
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 8h30
STATIONS 4
PARCOURS / COURSE Linéaire / Linear
Station Split
Station Montagne Noire
Arrivée Finish MGF 5km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 5 10 20 30 35 40 42 791 750
700 ALTITUDE (M) 650
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250 2.5km 18,5km 6.8km 7.3km 7.5km
Départ Station Station Station Montagne Arrivée Start Le Coyote Épervier Split Noire Finish 2.5 km 21.1 km 27.9km 35.2km 42.7km UTHC 42K St-Siméon
LÉGENDE / LEGEND
Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid Station Arthur Savard Station Mcleod Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS DISTANCE Station Epervier Départ 42km 42km St-Siméon DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION +1545m / -1194m
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 9h
STATIONS 3
PARCOURS / COURSE Linéaire / Linear
Arrivée Finish MGF 5km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 10 20 30 40 42 648
600 CUTOFF *voir/see pacechart ALTITUDE (M) 500
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100 5,1km 50 16,8km 9,9km 10km
Départ Station Station Station Arrivée Start Arthur Savard McLeod Épervier Finish 5,1km 21.9 km 31,8km 42km TRAIL 28K LÉGENDE / LEGEND Station Montagne Noire Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid Station Split Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS
DISTANCE 28km
DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION 1000m D+
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 5h30
STATIONS 2
PARCOURS / COURSE Boucle / Loop
Départ / Start Arrivée / Finish MGF
1km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20 22.5 25 28 792
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13km 7km 8km
Départ Station Montagne Arrivée Start Split Noire Finish 13km 20km 28km TRAIL 20K LÉGENDE / LEGEND
Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid Station Split Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS DISTANCE Station de Comporté 20km
DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION 740m D+
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 4h00
STATIONS 2
PARCOURS / COURSE Boucle / Loop
Départ / Start Arrivée / Finish MGF
1km
DISTANCE (KM) 0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20 20.1 729
700 ALTITUDE (M) 650
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380 Départ Station Station Arrivée Start de Comporté Split Finish 8 km 13km 20,1 km TRAIL 10K - LÉGENDE / LEGEND
Eau / Water
Nourriture / Food
Premiers soins / First aid
Réseau / Cellular Network
INFORMATIONS DISTANCE 10km
DÉNIVELÉ / ELEVATION 220m D+
TEMPS LIMITE / CUT-OFF TIME 2h
STATION 1 Station Split
PARCOURS / COURSE Boucle / Loop
Départ / Start Arrivée / Finish MGF
500m
DISTANCE (KM) 0 0.75 1.5 2.25 3 3.75 4.5 5.25 6 6.75 7.5 8.25 9 9.75 10 472 465
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