2016 Lake George Open Water Swims

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Registration Schedule

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Hosted by: Green Leaf Racing
Sanctioned by: Adirondack Masters for USMS, Inc.
Sanction Number: 036-W003

Events: 2.5K, 5K and 10K distances. There are wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions for all races.
           
Course: The 2.5K, 5K, 10K course will consist of a 2.5K out-and-back style loop marked by large buoys on the corners and sighting buoys in between. The start is in-water, waist deep and the finish takes place on the beach. There is a floating dock near the start/lap buoy where those in the 5k and 10k may place fuel. Course maps are available at http://www.lakegeorgeswim.com/the-swims/
                       
Location: Lake George is a beautiful lake in the Adirondack region of New York. The swims will take place at Hague Public Beach, Hague, NY, located on the northern end of Lake George. The lake temperature varies between 68º F and 74º F in late August.  The water is pristine and many families rely on the lake water for drinking.

Event Times:

• 6:00a - Check-in opens for 10K and 2.5K events; swimmers may warm up/cool down in the designated zone throughout the morning.
• 7:00a – Mandatory pre-race safety meeting for event officials, volunteers and safety crews
• 7:20a - Mandatory pre-race safety meeting (10K and 2.5K swimmers)
• 7:35a – 2.5K swimmers line up for entry into water
• 7:45a – 2.5K start
• 7:45a – 10K swimmers line up for entry into water
• 7:55a - 10K start (wetsuit and non-wetsuit)
• 8:15a - Check-in opens for the 5K swim; swimmers may warm up/cool down in the designated zone throughout the morning.
• 9:10a - Mandatory pre-race safety meeting (5K swimmers)
• 9:25a - 5K start (non-wetsuit and wetsuit)

Eligibility:  This is a USMS-sanctioned event and all participants must be registered for 2016 with USMS (or the equivalent FINA organization for foreign swimmers). Paper entries received without a copy of the entrant's 2016 USMS card will be returned. Those registering online will need to have their USMS membership verified. To renew or join USMS online, visit www.usms.org/reg/

Rules: Current 2016 U.S. Masters Swimming rules will govern this event. Swimmers must wear the swim cap provided, have their race numbers on their arms, and follow all announced safety rules without exception.  

Entries: Online entries preferred. Online entries will be accepted until August 24, 2016. Paper entries for all events must be received by August 21, 2016. Late entries will not be accepted. There are no race day entries. T-shirts gauranteed to the first 200 registrants.

Entry Fees: The below entry fees cover safety (water craft, EMTs), shirts, awards, chip timing and post-race food & drink (including pizza lunch). USMS membership (whether a one-event registration or annual membership) covers insurance requirements for the race. No one will be allowed to swim without proof of membership or having paid the one-day fee.There are no refunds or deferrals.

Fees
Through July 30 - $70/$75/$80
Through August 8 - $75/$80/$85
Through August 24 - $80/$85/$90

Non-USMS members add $14 for OEVT

Timing: Swims will be chip timed. Each swimmer will wear a timing chip on his or her ankle. Times will be recorded as
swimmers cross the finish line. Manual backup timing will also be utilized.

Safety: For safety reasons, those not able to complete the 2.5K in 1.25 hours, the 5K in 2.5 hours or the 10K in 4 hours are advised not to enter (the Coast Guard will close the course at noon and all swimmers on the course will be escorted to shore). There are no exceptions. Safety support will be coordinated with Hague Fire Department and EMS, Lake George Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Warren County Sheriff’s Department and volunteers. There will be sufficient craft on or adjacent to the prescribed course to ensure the safety of the swimmers. Swimmers will be briefed on all safety aspects before the start of the race. All safety personnel and race officials will be identified by signage and distinctive clothing. Swimmers will be advised of their location.  Local authorities and meet management have the authority to postpone or cancel the event for safety reasons.  Updates will be posted on www.lakegeorgeswim.com.

Evidence: Those in the 5K and 10K swims must submit evidence of having completed a swim of  2/3rds the distance of your chosen event (applies to 5K and 10K). Evidence must be included with your registration or emailed to events@greenleafracing.com and must include the date, venue, distance and time it took you to complete your swim. These swims should be in open water, and they may happen in or out of competition. If you have extensive training experience in pools and some open water swim experience that will suffice as evidence. The key is to ensure you will be able to complete your distance comfortably and within the cut-off time without risk to yourself or others.

Water Temperature:  Water temperature will be measured 1 foot below the surface at one or more points on the course, and air temperature will be recorded at the start location.

• The race will be canceled if the water temperature is less than 60.8°F (16°C) or greater than 85°F (29.4°C).
• The race will be canceled if the sum of the water and air tempature is less than 118°F (or 30°C) or greater than 175°F (or 61.6°C)

Age Groups: Standard USMS 5-year age groups: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39…100+

Refund Policy: There are no refunds or deferrals for this event. In the case of inclement weather or other unexpected circumstances, the race director has the right to cancel the race or shorten the event. In this case there will be no refunds provided. In signing up for this event, the participants are agreeing to these terms.

Check-in/ Mandatory Meeting: All swimmers must check in at the starting location at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the race. All swimmers will be required to attend the final pre-race briefing 30 minutes before the start of the race. Attendance will be taken. Failure to arrive on time for the briefing could result in disqualification.

Lodging: A listing of hotels is available at www.lakegeorgeswim.com.

Awards: Top 3 overall male and females for the 2.5K, 5K and 10K will be given custom awards. The top 3 male and female age-group winners in the 2.5K, 5K and 10K will receive awards. The ceremony for the 2.5K will take place at 9:30am at the beach. Awards ceremony for the 5K and 10K will take place at 11:30 at the beach. These times may change.

Results: Results will be posted at www.lakegeorgeswim.com and www.usms.org.

Directions: I-87 to Exit 24, head east off the exit 4 miles to route 9N. Turn left at 9N for 25 miles to Hague Public Beach.

More Information:  Chris Bowcutt at events@greenleafracing.com or 518 290-0457.

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