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SUMMARY:UVU Jungle Marathon - 254Km & 127Km
DESCRIPTION:UVU Jungle Marathon\nWelcome to the 12th edition of Jungle Marathon\, an extreme footrace through primary Amazon Jungle in Brazil. \nJungle Marathon\, the world’s wildest eco race\, gives competitors the opportunity to combine sport and eco tourism and experience this stunning part of the world. \nWe offer three distances: a marathon; a 4 stage 127km race and a 6 stage 254km race. \nThe course\, which includes swamps\, river crossings\, steep climbs and descents\, village trails and fluvial beaches\, combined with humidity and scorching temperatures makes it a daunting and exciting race\, but well within the realms of any competitor who has a strong mental mindset. \nYes\, physical fitness is a requirement- but if you don’t have strong mental tenacity to combine with it then you will struggle to reach the finish. \nIf you are ready for one of the most exciting and challenging adventures of your life\, sign up today and join us from October 5th-14th 2017 in Amazonia\, Brazil at the 12th anniversary of the legendary Jungle Marathon . \nAbout Jungle Marathon \nJungle Marathon\, the world’s wildest eco-run\, organises a 42km marathon\, and a 121km or 254km stage foot- race through primary Brazilian Amazon Rainforest in the glorious Tapajos National Forest. \nSince its inception in 2003\, Jungle Marathon has gained an international reputation as one of the world’s most daunting adventure runs\, combining the thrill of the sport with the backdrop of this fragile eco-system. \nRunners encounter natural obstacles along the way and are exposed to the realities of the jungle as they encounter jaguar\, wild pigs\, snakes and a host of spectacular birds and wildlife. \nWater crossings full of piranha and caiman increase the excitement. \nThe organisers work with a 100% local team\, providing employment to the 22 small villages that live in this protected area of jungle\, and during the racea team of over 200 people provide the safety required in such a potentially hostile environment. \nTerms and Conditions \nOn registration all competitors agree to abide by the rules and regulations\, terms and conditions as set out by Jungle Marathon Ltd. Terms and conditions may be subject to change at short notice. \nIn any dispute the Race Director’s decision will be final and binding on all parties. \nJungle Marathon Ltd reserves the right to alter or modify any aspect of the Jungle Marathon race itinerary at short notice in response to unforeseen circumstances in order to ensure the safety and security of all participants. \nAge\nAll competitors must be at the age 18 years or over. \nEntries\nOpen to men and women\, individuals and teams. \nTeam Entries\nAll teams must have at least three members.  \nTo qualify for a ranking all team members must complete the race or stage.  \nIndividual team members will also receive individual overall rankings. Team times will be calculated as the average of the combined time of the team’s members. \nRace Stages\nThere will be either one marathon stage of 42km\, or 4 stages over 4 days (for +-127 km runners) or 6 stages over 7 days (+-242 km runners) varying in distance from approximately 16 km to 108 km (see Race Stages). \nEach stage will have a maximum time for completion. \nAny runner failing to arrive within the allocated stage time may be eliminated from the race. This decision is taken by the Race Director and depends on the reasons for not finishing in time\, the stage and the physical and psychological condition of the athlete. \nCheckpoints \nThese will be located every 5-10 km on regular stages\, i.e. on the long stage the checkpoints may be further apart. \nCompetitors must pass through all the checkpoints on each stage. \nAt each checkpoint water will be distributed and must be emptied into personal water bottles (or similar). \nIn no circumstances must any competitor leave the checkpoint with the plastic bottles provided by the race organisers. \nEach checkpoint will also provide the opportunity to seek medical assistance if needed. \nRunners in the marathon distance are entitled to send a drop bag to the checkpoints with snacks  and energy drinks \nFailure to pass a checkpoint will result in elimination from the race or a significant time penalties. \nIt is imperative that all competitors leave the checkpoint with their full water capacity. \nFinishing a Stage \nAt the finish line of each stage water will be available. \nAfter putting up your hammock and settling in you will be given the opportunity to seek medical attention if needed. \nE-mails to competitors will be distributed each evening. \nOn completion of a stage each competitor and team will be timed in and ranked. \nHot water will be available at all campsites for food preparation \nMandatory Equipment\nHammocks with mosquito nets and rainfly sheet\nPre-race food from arrival in Brazil\nFood supplies to last for 4 or 7 days racing (depending on distance entered). (Please note that competitors entering the marathon\, or 127km distance may leave their post race food in a drop bag prior to the race)\n2.5 litres of water carrying capacity (bottles or similar)\nInsect Repellent\nCompass\nSafety pins\nKnife\n2 x cyclaume sticks\nCompulsory Medical kit including Salt Tablets- (enough for the entire race)\, please see below for full requirements\nTorch and spare batteries\nWater Purifying Tablets for at least 10 litres\nEmergency Whistle\nluggage label with your name clearly marked for your extra baggage you leave with us during the race\nlock for your extra baggage\nsmall padlock for your backpack to use in campsites\ncopy of medical and evacuation insurance \nMedical kit: full details of the contents of the medical kit are given with the kit list on registration. \nMarathon runners will carry modified compulsory kit during their race. \nRace Number \nEach competitor will be issued with a race number and two number plates \nIt is the competitor’s responsibility to make sure they are clearly displayed at all times during the race. \nDue to potential sponsor and media broadcast considerations the Race Director may impose restrictions on sponsor logos. \nFood \nAll competitors are required to bring sufficient food for both before and during the race. Marathon runners and 127 km competitors are required to be self sufficient until the end of the +-255 km race. A drop bag facility is availability for their post race food whilst they race \nLocal fruits or plants growing in the jungle may not be eaten. The only exception is an emergency\, e.g. when an athlete gets lost. However\, it is up to the athlete to know what things can and can not be eaten. \nWater Supply \nPrior to and for the duration of the race\, officials will supply and distribute water to each competitor: each morning\, at each checkpoints\, and at the end of each stage. At each of these points the participants will have to fill up the entire 2.5 litres of water capacity. \nIt is the individual competitor’s responsibility to manage their water intake and prevent dehydration. \nThe race organisers will take no responsibility for competitors who consume water not provided by race officials. \nOutside Assistance \nThe only assistance permitted is via the race officials and medical personnel. \nThis is a self-sufficient foot race. \nNo use of any form of transport or outside provisions (food or drinks) is allowed between checkpoints. \nAny infringements of this rule will be taken seriously and will result in the disqualification of the competitor or competitors involved. \nVoluntary withdrawal from the Race \nCompetitors wishing to withdraw from the race may do so at any time by approaching and informing a race official of their intention to withdraw. \nAs soon as is reasonably practical they will be transported to the campsite and options for further participation in the event will be offered. Please note\, only accommodation at the campsite will be free of charge. Any accommodation\, and also additional expenses such as meals etc. will be the responsibility of the competitor. Transport to Santarem or Alter do Chao is at the runners own expense. \nPenalties \nTime penalties if awarded will be added to individual times at the end of each stage and rankings adjusted accordingly. \nAppeals against any penalty must be made via the Race Director before the final ranking\, i.e. immediately after the arrival at the finish at the latest. \nContravening any of the rules and regulations will result in time penalties. Some specific penalties are: \nAll missing items from the mandatory gear list will incur a 1 hour penalty per day. Having lost an item on the race course is not a valid excuse. \nReceiving an IV drip will incur a 2 hour penalty (per dose). \nAny willful attempt to take detours from the course route\, (there are no short cuts through this jungle) will be taken very seriously resulting in possible disqualification (not including being genuinely lost) \nDisqualification \nDisqualification will result in the competitor leaving the race with no ranking. Transportation to the finish line and accommodation will be at the runner’s expense. \nOverall and Stage Placing \nCompetitors will be ranked and times indicated in hours and minutes according to their individual overall and stage performances with additional awards given in the following categories; Individual: Male\, Female\, Team\, Veteran (60+)\, 127km.\, marathon winner\, \nHealth & Safety \nThe safety and health of all competitors\, support staff\, and volunteers is paramount. \nAnyone entering this environment must take precautions against malaria. \nEach runner should take every measure possible to protect themselves from dehydration and exhaustion. \nA medical team will be on hand at all times to provide minor and emergency medical treatment and support should the need arise. \nThe course route is well marked out along trails and paths through the jungle. \nShould anyone have the misfortune of getting lost a search and rescue team will be ready and equipped to locate and evacuate them. \nItinerary \n5th October \nBoarding the boats. Runners and support staff assemble in the village of Alter do Chao to catch our river-boats to base camp. \nThere will be jungle marathon staff in the village square from 20.00 hours to assist you and direct you to the boat when it arrives. \nThe boat will be available for boarding from 21:00 hours. \nThe boats will depart just before midnight and you are requested to be on the boat by 22.00hrs. \nOn board \nOnce you are onboard\, hang your hammock and relax for our sail to base camp. You are self-sufficient from the moment you board the boat\, so ensure that you have enough food for the pre-race days as well as your race food. There will be bottled water available for drinking on the journey and  also hot water for you to prepare your food. \nDepending on the boat we charter\, there may be soft drinks and snacks available\, but please do not plan on this. You can however purchase snacks in Alter do Chao before boarding. \nThe journey \nJourney time is 10-12 hours. The boat will stop once day breaks and drop  anchor  by  one of the many stunning fluvial beaches along the Tapajos River. You will have a chance to swim in the crystal clear waters\, often accompanied by river dolphins. \n6th October \nArrival at base camp. Late morning arrival. \nEnsure that you take all your luggage off the boat as it will leave as soon as the last person disembarks. \nAt base camp\, hang you hammock and get yourself settled. There will be plenty of drinking water and hot water to prepare your food. The local villagers often sell fresh coconut water\, exotic fruit juices and local food if you prefer not to eat rations whilst in base camp. This is likely to be freshly caught fish with rice.  Make sure you have local reais with you. \nAfter you have had time to have your lunch we will start the kit checks. \nRather than dismantle your hammocks\, the support team will come to you so  please spread your compulsory kit on the ground below your hammock so they can check it easily. \nOnce your kit has been checked\, take your medical paperwork to the medical team and then go and collect your race number and road book. \nOur IT team will open for emails this afternoon\, so if any of your supporters or family have emailed you these will be printed out and distributed. You will also have the opportunity to send emails. \n7th October– Base camp day \nToday will be filled with briefings. \nJungle safety briefing: \nThe bombeiros (military firemen) will talk to you about jungle safety. You will learn what plants to avoid\, what creatures you may encounter\, what to do if you get lost and you may have the opportunity to handle a  snake. \nMedical briefing \nOur medical director will brief you on the medical aspects of the race and how to avoid our two main issues\, dehydration and heat exhaustion. \nFoot-care \nOur foot expert will give you a briefing about foot care\, and how to minimize problems. \nFinal kit preparation \nThe afternoon will give you time to re-pack you kit and decide what stays behind. You will take your excess luggage to one of our support boats where it with be kept safely for the duration of the race. Make sure all luggage is locked and labeled. \nStage One Briefing \nIn the early evening the race director will give you a full briefing for stage one and the start time. Get a good night’s sleep. \nMarathon runners \nMarathon runners will have a separate briefing after the stage 1 briefing. The marathon programme will include accompanied hikes\, acclimatisation and some eco tourism before the marathon stage. \n8th October- Stage 1 \n9th October stage 2 \n10th October stage 3 \n11th October stage 4 : marathon stage and end of 4 stage race \n12th and 13th October: long stage \n14th October : final stage \n14th October \nLunch at the finish line. \nTransport to the hotel. \nTransport to our party in the evening (depart hotel at 5pm) \nParty.\nNight in hotel. You are free to depart Santarem from early on October 15th.
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LOCATION:Floresta Nacional\, Do Tapajos\,\, Santarém\,\, 68040-000\, Brazil
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