Event Format
Day one - Saturday
Day One is based around Lake Eildon so some great paddling is in store - not to mention some great single track and some testing navigation. The start is at Goughs Bay, about 20km from Mansfield (allow 20 minutes driving time).
Day One includes paddling (using the Voyager III provided by AROC Sport), mountain biking and running/walking. Navigation is involved - You will need to have some navigation experience. You will be given maps and instructions at registration. The course is much like the format of the AROC Adventures but a little longer, a little harder and more bush than urban based. Expect some hills and some sweet single track.
It will take teams between 4 - 8 hours to complete the course. The approximate total distances for day 1 are 8km paddling, 35km on the mountain bike and 15km on foot.
After you finish the first day's course make your way to Mt Buller. You can stop in Mansfield and check out some of the local cafes. You might also want to pick up some supplies for lunch the next day.
The dinner for Saturday night and included in your entry is up the mountain in the Mt Buller village at the Cattleman's Cafe, just beneath the chairlift and with great views of the valley below. The bar will be open and this is your chance to meet other teams, swap stories about the day's highlights and view some of the day's footage.
Bunk down in a nice hotel and get your rest for the next day.....
Day Two - Sunday
Day Two is based up at Mt Buller so there is no traveling for this day. It is a new course and includes mountain biking (some more single track), running/walking, navigation, abseiling and a few surprises. There will not be any paddling in Day Two.
Day Two will take teams between 4 to 8 hours to complete the course. For Day 2 there is around 40km on the bike and 15km on foot plus some abseiling.
For both days the distances given are total approximate distances only and these are split into lots of different shorter legs – it is an adventure remember.
The weekend finishes with a big dinner, presentation and party at the ABOM - Mt Buller's famous party house. There will be lots of prizes, a big slide show and local band "Don't Ask" so make sure you pack your dancing shoes.
Logistics
The start for Day One - Goughs Bay at Lake Eildon.
You will need to book accommodation at Mt Buller for the Saturday and Sunday nights.
Goughs Bay is 20km from Mansfield - allow 20 minutes driving time.
Mansfield is 48km from Mt Buller - allow 45 minutes driving time.
For a map of the general area <<click here>>.
Accommodation
You will need to stay in Mt Buller on the Saturday and Sunday nights. We will let you know the special accommodation deals closer to the time.
If you a traveling to the event from out of town you might also consider staying in Mt Buller for the Friday night and driving to the start (a little over an hours drive). Alternatively you could stay at Mansfield (about 20 minutes from the start). There is also various bunk houses and B & B's between Mansfield and Goughs Bay (the start). There is also a caravan park at Goughs Bay.
For all accommodation options call the friendly staff at High Country Reservations 1800 039 049.
Why not make a real holiday of it and bring along your spouse, partner or family and stay for a few extra days. There is plenty to do- some of Australia's best mountain biking, horse riding, walking, balloon flights, wineries and more. Call High Country Reservations 1800 039 049.
Additional meals
Friends and family are very welcome to come to the dinner on Saturday night and the dinner/presentation/party on the Sunday night.
You will be able to purchase additional meal tickets.
