2004 COLLIE DESCENT

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RESULTS 2004

RESULTS from 2003.

21st August

Starts Saturday 10 AM.

Starts at Harris River Winery
Finishes at the Black Diamond bridge. (On the south side of the Black Diamond swimming hole near Alanson, about 5 km east of Collie. It's where Black Dicks road meets the river.) After the race we'll go back to the winery for a BBQ or afternoon tea.
All participants must be self supported.
Distance is about 27 km.

Have a look at the route map.

A tourist map of the Collie area is here, it's in PDF format and takes a while to download.

http://collie.wa.gov.au/cpRoot/79/9/Collie_Map_Resizes_side2.pdf

At Allanson turn left onto Patstone road, follow that until you get to Collie (about 4 km) at the second turn left, follow the sign that indicates to Harris River Dam (on Harris river road), follow that for four or five km until you see the sign for Harris River Estate. Go through the gate and follow the gravel road down to the river. (You go past the winery building and down a small track to the waters edge.)

COURSE DETAILS

Surf skis, and kayaks. Also new OPEN division which allows pedal power, kites, sails, hydrofoils etc. No powered boats (Internal combustion or electric).

Helmets and buoyancy vests to be worn for the duration of the event.

The East End Weir and Easycrete Weir (Known locally as Robbos Rock) are compulsory portage points. Breaking of this rule will result in disqualification and banning from participation in future events.

Presently being organised by me (Marty Wallace), email or phone 9734 2316.

Water level

Four day weather forecast

Accommodation in Collie

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