Rules

Official Race Rules for the 22nd Annual Yukon River Quest Marathon Paddling Race

• YRQ Rules 2020 (posted in English, approved 10-25-19 – note at the end is a separate Required Gear Appendix for printing – also there will be no translations of this document – English is the official language of the race)
• YRQ First Aid (revised 2019)

Important Racer Info

• YRQ 2019 Racers Briefing (downloadable Powerpoint – 2020 powerpoint will be available early in 2020). Read before you get to Whitehorse. All team members are still required to attend the safety briefing the day before the race after final registration. Attendance by all paddlers is mandatory: Voyageurs and C4 teams at 4 PM, Solo and Tandem teams at 5 PM at Yukon Visitor Centre.
• Also see Carmacks Briefing Notes (updated for 2019) by Al Foster. NOTE: Support Crew briefing now on SUPPORT page!
• Also see Carmacks Support (pdf) about support services offered by Coal Mine Campground for teams coming without their own support crews. Highly recommended!
• 2019 Race Event Schedule  (2020 will be similar, watch for updated schedule in new year).  IMPORTANT! YRQ asks for the cooperation of all those involved in following the race to keep the highways safe. There is no stopping along highway shoulder to view the race.

Racer Preparation

• FAQ Page (lots of answers to lots of questions about the race and what to expect; Air North and Driving Force discount codes and other travel information)
• Food for the Long Haul to Dawson (updated after 2019 race) – Read this fantastic article by Pat McKenna as she shares some of her professional knowledge and experience. Also see her “What’s For Dinner on the River” (pdf).
• IMPORTANT: Waiver (information only) the actual waiver is signed online when you register.
• IMPORTANT: Medical Insurance Requirement for Emergencies
• IMPORTANT: SPOT device information and set-up (required for SPOTs, InReach tracking info also must be submitted)
• YRQ Waypoints as displayed on the Race Tracker (click once to download Google Earth file. This format is one that is usable by most if not all GPS programs. It is not just for Google Earth, although it is GE’s native format)
• YRQ Waypoints in GPS Exchange format (.GPX)
• YRQ Waypoints as Comma Separated Values file
• Yukon River Water Levels Above White River (real time – also search other measuring points on this site – note disclaimers)
• How to Measure your Canoe or Kayak
• Canoe & Kayak Rental Info (new for 2019 – includes C4!)
• Negotiating Five Finger Rapids(PDF)

• Dawson City bus information:
  The Klondike Experience Husky Bus offers transportation back from Dawson City following the race.  They depart at 4 pm following the awards presentation. Reserve at http://www.klondikeexperience.com/huskybus/ or call 1-867-993-3821, or email info@klondikeexperience.com