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ultra-trail harricana du canada tm september 9-10-11-12 2021 athlete guide 5-10-20-28-42-65-80 and 125 km Presented by
Table of Contents
WORD FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER......................................................................................................................................... 4
WORD FROM the race director................................................................................................................................................ 5
WORD FROM the Deputy director and Head-Volunteers................................................................................................ 5
Our team leaders | the executive board.......................................................................................................................... 6
our aid station captains.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
A WORD FROM THE MAYOR OF LA MALBAIE | A WORD FROM our MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT............................................. 8
A WORD FROM LA traversée de charlevoix.......................................................................................................................... 9
EVENTS...........................................................................................................................................................................................12
RULES AND REGULATIONS............................................................................................................................................................16
weather.......................................................................................................................................................................................16
SCHEDULE 2021.............................................................................................................................................................................18
bib pickup......................................................................................................................................................................................19
TRAIL MARKING/FLAGGING ..........................................................................................................................................................21
EQUIPMENT...................................................................................................................................................................................22
TIMING AND ONLINE RESULTS | DROPPING OUT AND GETTING BACK......................................................................................24
PACERS..........................................................................................................................................................................................24
mapping........................................................................................................................................................................................25
SAFETY AND FIRST AID | Physiotherapy Services.............................................................................................................25
HEALTH RULES THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED iN THE SHUTTLES.................................................................................................26
DROP BAGS....................................................................................................................................................................................30
support crew.............................................................................................................................................................................31
SERVICES AT AID STATIONS.........................................................................................................................................................33
Services available at the aid stations...................................................................................................................... 34 - 35
CUT OFF TIMES..............................................................................................................................................................................38
AWARDS AND CEREMONIES | MEDALS......................................................................................................................................44
finisher gift...............................................................................................................................................................................45
After race meal........................................................................................................................................................................45
guru : Energy Partner to the UTHC | Beer Microbrasserie Charlevoix..................................................................45
SUSTAINABLE RACE......................................................................................................................................................................46
PARKING | Public Shuttles | frequently asked questions.........................................................................................48
volunteering.............................................................................................................................................................................48
Accomodations..........................................................................................................................................................................48
Store............................................................................................................................................................................................50
Digital Resources......................................................................................................................................................................51
Health Guide...............................................................................................................................................................................52
partners.....................................................................................................................................................................................63
2 | Athlete guide UTHC
WORD FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
« It is with lots of enthusiasm and great excitement that the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM team
is preparing to receive you in Charlevoix.
We have worked hard for this 10th anniversary to offer you an exceptional event. Over the years,
the event has continued to grow and consolidate all the while preserving that authentic and
convivial spirit we love so much.
Despite the challenges of COVID, we hope to present a festive and unforgettable rendez-vous that
will live up to the expectations you have been nurturing for months.
Thank you to the many partners who have made this event possible for 10 years as well as to the
hundreds of volunteers who have helped us year after year. Every involvement makes a significant
difference in the success of this project which is much more than an event, but the annual summit
of a community of enthusiasts, active all year long. »
Marline Côté, General Manager
4 | Athlete guide UTHC
WORD FROM the race director
« Dear athletes,
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2021 edition of the Ultra-trail Harricana du CanadaTM. What
a joy to see so many of you coming to join us in Charlevoix to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the
event!
For the occasion, we have prepared a very diversified program. From the 1 km for children, to the
125 km master event, we are offering exceptionally this year the nine (9) courses developed by
UTHC. In addition we offer you the new 42 km of Saint-Siméon. Technical and wild, this last one
will amaze you with its grandiose panoramas on the St-Lawrence river. Another novelty, the 125
km will now start on Friday afternoon to offer you an improved experience (and a longer weekend
with us!).
On the health and safety side, we have gone to great lengths to provide you with the best possible
support, day and night, throughout your challenge.
UTHC is fast approaching and, after the smaller 2020 edition, we are looking forward to seeing
many of you on our different routes. We'll be able to celebrate 10 years of the Ultra-trail Harricana
du CanadaTM, but above all, the pleasure of being together.
Happy training and see you soon! »
Julien Harvey, Race director
WORD FROM the Deputy director
and Head-Volunteers
« It is with great exhilaration that we have been planning the 2021 edition of the Ultra-Trail Harricana
du CanadaTM for the last several months. We always look forward to welcoming you, this year
especially, to celebrate the tenth anniversary! I remember with great emotion that very first
edition. Even back then , we were already setting the bar high. And today, we are more than ever
committed to delivering an event that will be remembered for a long time. And to celebrate its
tenth anniversary, UTHC marks the occasion by offering you ten races!
It is with great pleasure that I will be on site for the tenth consecutive year with all the ultra-
volunteers who get involved year after year and allow us to make this event happen. I take this
opportunity to warmly thank them and wish you all a good race! »
Erika Potvin, Deputy director and Head-Volunteers
ultratrailharricana.com | 5
Our team leaders
Julien Harvey Jonathan Cantin Nicolas Fréret Erika Potvin
Race director Race director - MGF Director of communications Deputy director and
Aid station logistics Head-Volunteers
François Jean Jean-Marc Nantel Claude Miville Geneviève Boivin
Deputy race director Medical Director Head-trail marking Head-Branding and
Montagne Explore Director-video
Benoit Petit Camille Girard Jean-François Pelletier Suzy Blanchet
Coordinator - Aid station Head-Registrar and Head-set-up Head-transport
captains route development-MGF logistics-GESTEV logistics-GESTEV
Félicia Corbeil Margaux Narbey Pierre Tremblay Marie-Eve Trudel
Volunteer coordination - Volunteer coordination - Head-runner's follow up Head of Registrations
during event during event
the executive board
Sébastien Côté - President and co-founder
Geneviève Boivin - Vice-President and co-founder
Sébastien Boivin - Co-founder and Member of the Board
Sophie Raymond - Member of the Board
Karine Corbeil - Treasurer
Nadia Jubinville - Member of the Board
Claude Miville - Secretary
Jean-Sébastien Drolet - Member of the Board
6 | Athlete guide UTHC
our aid station captains
Sophie Falciglia Cécile Arnold Béatrice Gourdon-Fauron Catherine Martineau
Lac-à-L'Empêche Morios & Marmotte Chouette & McLeod SEPAQ Parc Hautes-Gorges
Marie-Josée Lapointe Gilles Poulin Nadia Gaudet Jean-Pierre Potvin
Geai Bleu Coyote Epervier Draveur & Split
Kathleen Simard Martin Guérin Jonathan Morin-Émond Lyne Simard-Senechal
Split Split Montagne Noire Montagne Noire
Franck Laigle Julie Brassard Fortin Aude Dubois
Arthur Savard Epervier SEPAQ Parc Hautes-Gorges
De Comporté
Patricia Morsisette Tommie-Anne Côté
Finish line Finish line
ultratrailharricana.com | 7
ici
à La Malbaie
We find time...
and amazing trails
to escape into the wild ! www.ville.lamalbaie.qc.ca
We wish an excellent stay to
the participants of the
Harricana Ultra-Trail.
A WORD FROM THE MAYOR
OF LA MALBAIE
The Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has become an event of considerable renown that puts La
Malbaie and Charlevoix on the world map to shine there brightly. Congratulations to the organizers
and numerous volunteers. You are the proud ambassadors of our beautiful region.
Michel Couturier, mayor
A WORD FROM our MEMBER
OF PARLIAMENT
Each and every year, athletes are proud to take part in this event, refuelling from the landscapes’
beauty. Many thanks to the organizers and their team, who successfully deliver an adventure that
supports several causes in the community. I am happy to contribute to one of the region’s signature
events and wish all our athletes a wonderful race.
Ms Émilie Foster, Charlevoix-Côté-de-Beaupré MP
8 | Athlete guide UTHC
A WORD FROM LA traversée de charlevoix Surpassing oneself and perseverance are things that we know well at La Traversée de Charlevoix. Since its creation in 1978, this 105 km long hiking trail between Saint-Urbain and Mont Grand- Fonds, which Harricana has now been using for 10 years would not exist today if it had not been for the dedication of its founder, Eudore Fortin, and the many volunteers that have followed over the decades. Today we are proud to be able to share this heritage with athletes who also embody surpassing oneself and perseverance and to see our trail shine internationally through an event of such quality. We wish each participant the best of success and long life to the UTHC! Justin Verville Alarie, General Manager Sentiers Québec Charlevoix, gestionnaire de la Traversée de Charlevoix.
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(514) 225-9553EVENTS
125 km / 4220 m D+
Duration: 13 h 15 to 29 h | 5 ITRA points
Qualifying race for the Western States and the UTMB.
A remote linear route in the heart of Quebec's boreal forest
The 125 km of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM is a linear route through the mountains, lakes,
rivers and deep forests of the Charlevoix tourist region. Mainly running on single track, often
entwined by roots, adding to the technicality of a course where vigilance is required from start to
finish. Although the beginning of the event is technical and abrupt, many sections are rolling, which
makes it a demanding and exhausting track where it is possible to run all the time.
The trail passes through four peaks. You will thus climb the Mont du Lac-à-l'Empêche, the Mont
Morios which offers a breathtaking view of the region , the Noyée mountain which has the profile
of a woman floating on water and finally the Montagne Noire, which precedes the finish line at the
Mont Grands-Fonds ski resort and its green and marshy paths. Be careful not to underestimate this
difficult course. In fact, just over half of the participants crossed the finish line since its inception in
2016. Starting in September 2021, the race will be launched on Friday afternoons in the depths of
the boreal forest.
Course overview
Tips
Read the detailed description of the course on our website. This will help you anticipate how to
manage your energy and your effort during each section of the race. The race begins with 4 km of
forest trails, a segment where you will position yourself properly before entering into a much more
technical section where passing other runners will be difficult. But don’t worry – you’ll still have
over 100 km to pick up the pace if you wish. Take advantage of this time to save your energy and give
yourself better chances to succeed.
The 125 km race is a very difficult course that’s not to be taken lightly. If you must abandon the
race because you are poorly prepared, there will be major safety concerns for you, the other
athletes, and the volunteers. Only well prepared, experienced athletes may participate. If you are
uncertain about your ability to complete the race, do not hesitate to contact expert coaches or
consult the Le Coaching du coureur training programs to evaluate whether your training plan will
be sufficient.
12 | Athlete guide UTHC80 km / 2146 M D+
Duration: 7 h 30 to 15 h 30 | 3 ITRA points
The start of the 80 km is given at the Parc des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie reception area.
You will run a loop of about 15 km in the Hautes Gorges valley by taking the Riverain trail which climbs
into the forest to the des Érables dam that you will cross to follow the Malbaie river and join the
65 km route, halfway through the 125 km UTHC.
You will cross several lakes and will be able to see, if you are lucky, hawks, beavers, porcupines or
moose.
The UTHC 80 is the ideal springboard for athletes who aspire to someday race in the UTHC 125 km.
This competition takes place only every two years alternating with the 42 km Classic. The 80 km is
held in even years (2022, 2024 ...) and the 42 km Classic in odd years (2021, 2023 ...).
For the 10th anniversary of UTHC in 2021, we will make an exception to the alternation rule to offer
all our routes, including the 80 km.
Course overview
65 km / 1870 M D+
Duration: 5 h 40 to 11 h 30 | 3 ITRA points
The 65 km is one of the most popular events of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM. It's a magnificent
gateway to the ultra. It sets off in the early morning at the reception point of the Parc des Hautes-
Gorges, which marks half way for the 125 km event, and shares the route of the Canadian Ultra-Trail
World Tour event until the finish line at Mont Grand-Fonds.
It is a linear route running along the Malbaie River before venturing into the mountains to play on the
single tracks that weave their way between the ubiquitous trees.
Top athletes run the entire length of this fast track (victory in 5 h 30 despite the 1900m D +) where
race management is essential to perform. The trails require extreme vigilance due to an abundance of
entwined roots.
Course overview
ultratrailharricana.com | 1342 km -classic / 1 300 m D+
Duration: 3 h 30 to 8 h 30 | 2 ITRA points
This trail strikes a balance between speed and technicality and is a perfect challenge for those who
want to try out a long distance for the first time. You will come across many lakes and will maybe
get the chance to cross paths with some of the local Canadian fauna such as the sparrowhawk, the
beaver, the porcupine or the moose.
Course overview
NEW 42 km - St-Siméon / 1 545 m D+
Duration: 3 h 50 to 8 h 30 | 2 ITRA points
The circuit, which connects Saint-Siméon to Mont Grand-Fonds through the National Trail, is a
technical and singletrack trail throughout most of the distance. It takes you to the top of several
wide-open summits offering spectacular and little-known views over the region, the St. Lawrence
River, and the Palissades de Charlevoix.
This trail is classified as difficult, offering few exit points to athletes abandoning the race, and is
therefore reserved for experienced trail runners.
Course overview
28 km / 1 000 m D+
Duration: 2 h 00 to 5 h 30
This race kicks off with an ascent of Mont Grand-Fonds for a little over 300 meters. Are you up for
such an explosive start? This course is challenging and diverse in nature, some of its legs can be
completed rather fast while others are extremely technical to the point of making you dance. It is the
most popular race of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM.
Course overview
14 | Athlete guide UTHCNEw 28 km duo Night Run / 1 000 M D+
Duration: 2 h à 5 h 30
This is the same UTHC 28km course, but is to be completed as a team (two people or more), and
takes place at night! The teams must follow and support each other through out. This is the concept
of this race, which is meant to be friendly and different from the challenges athletes are used to.
Classification will be awarded by team and not by individuals. Warning: additional compulsory items
are required on this route to ensure the safety of athletes.There is no need to register for a starting
wave ahead of time. Simply arrive at the wave that corresponds to your estimated race time.
Course overview
20 km / 740 m D+
Duration: 1 h 30 to 4 h
New, all-trail, technical course is ideal for both new and seasoned trail runners. The new 20 km race
on Mont Grand-Fonds’ snowshoeing and ski trails mixes up single-track, with wider, moss-covered
paths and a few short hill sections, a steady 300 m of D+, with the ascension of Mont Grand-Fonds
making it both accessible and surprising!
Course overview
10 km / 220 m D+
Duration: 45 min. to 2 h 00
The ideal trail running event for beginners. This race will get underway on the cross-country trails
of the ski center. You will come across Camp Georges, continue unto the Orignac trail and along the
Comporté River
Course overview
5 km / 220 m D+
Duration: 20 min. to 1 h 30
This 100% trail race in the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area. A perfect introduction to trailrunning.
Course overview
harricana.info | 15RULES AND REGULATIONS
Regardless of your athletic abilities, everyone is considered to be an accomplished athlete and the
competition is taken seriously.
Athletes who do not abide by the rules and regulations of the UTHC could receive a warning,
a time penalty or be disqualified. You can consult the complete official rules and regulations of the
UTHC at harricana.info. The following is a summary of the applicable rules.
In brief:
ffEnsure your bib is worn on the front of the body and is visible at all times.
ffAlways remain on the marked trail.
ffPacers are allowed only for the 80 km (from SPLIT aid station).
ffThe assistance of a crew is permitted for the 125 km only. The crew is permitted at
La Marmotte, Parc des Hautes-Gorges, SPLIT and at the Mont Grand-Fonds finish area.
Crews must respect the rules that are applicable to their participation (visit our web page for
support crew) ;
ffAlways pick up your trash and dispose of it at the appropriate areas of the aid stations.
ffCutoff times must be respected to avoid elimination.
ffMandatory equipment must be worn or carried at all times.
ffThe Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has a zero-tolerance policy for the use of performance-
enhancing drugs (PED). The UTHC stresses that although cannabis consumption is legal in
Canada, all cannabinoids except cannabidiol (CBD), are prohibited during competition by the
WADA.
The 2021 edition of UTHC is taking place within a context where
health standards are stricter than that of the previous editions. We
ask all participants to consult the Health Guide at the end of this
guide, where they will be made aware of their responsibilities in
upholding these standards and sign their mandatory Commitment
Agreement.
weather
Charlevoix’s climate is cold and humid in September.
Seasonal averages
Furthermore, temperatures and precipitations can be
extremely cold in the fall, especially at high altitudes and in Minimum 3°C
the backcountry. If you’re running the 125 km,you will be be Maximum 15°C
exposed to winds at the different summits. It is therefore
Sunrise 6:13 am
important to be vigilant to the risks of hypothermia.
Sunset 7:00 pm
16 | Athlete guide UTHCLA TRAVERSÉE DE CHARLEVOIX
188 km to explore
- Since 1978 -
www.traverseedecharlevoix.qc.caSCHEDULE 2021
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Press conference and athlete's panel (open to all) Manoir Richelieu (181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie)
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
VIP Hike-Race followed by the opening cocktail (open to all, registration required)
Manoir Richelieu (181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie)
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10
1 p.m. Start 125 km (those planning on needing less than 20 hours to complete the course)*
ZEC des Martres welcome center at kilometer 27
2 p.m. Start 125 km (those planning on needing more than 20 hours to complete the course)*
ZEC des Martres welcome center at kilometer 27
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11
6 a.m. Start 65 km (for those who plan on needing fewer than 9.5 hours to complete the course)* (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
7 a.m. S tart 65 km (for those who plan on needing more than 9.5 hours to complete the course)* (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
8 a.m. Start 80 km (Parc des Hautes-Gorges)
9 a.m. Start 42 km - Classic (for those who plan on needing fewer than 6 hours to complete the course)
Zec du Lac-aux-Sables (mandatory shuttle)
9:30 a.m. Start 42 km - Classic (for those who plan on needing than 6 hours to complete the course)
Zec du Lac-aux-Sables (mandatory shuttle)
9 a.m. Start 28 km (for those who plan on needing fewer than 3 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
9:30 a.m. Start 28 km (for those planning on requiring between 3 and 4 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
10 a.m. Start 28 km (for those who plan on needing more than 4 hours to complete the course)* (Mont Grand-Fonds)
6:30 p.m. Start 28 km Night Duo (Mont Grand-Fonds)
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12
8 a.m. Start 42 km - St-Siméon (318 Rue Saint Laurent, St-Siméon)
9 a.m. Start 10 km (Mont Grand-Fonds)
9:30 a.m. Start 20 km (Mont Grand-Fonds)
10 a.m. Start 5 km - Desjardins (Mont Grand-Fonds)
11 a.m. Start 1 km (Mont Grand-Fonds)
* There is no need to register for a starting wave ahead of time. Simply arrive at the wave that corresponds to your estimated race timebib pickup
ffMANDATORY EQUIPMENT AND ID REQUIRED for all distances
ffReserve your time slot ahead of time to better manage crowds. MANDATORY FORM
DATE TIME LIEU RACE
Boutique du Lac
Saturday Sept 4 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1020 Boulevard du Lac, All distances
Lac-Beauport, Québec
Mont Grand-Fonds
Thursday Sept 10 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, All distances
La Malbaie
Mont Grand-Fonds All distances
Friday Sept 10 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs,
La Malbaie except 125 km
10:30 a.m. to Zec des Martres
Friday Sept 10 125 km only
2:30 p.m. poste d'accueil au km 27
Mont Grand-Fonds 42 km St-Siméon, 28 km Duo de
Saturday Sept 11 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs,
La Malbaie nuit, 20 km, 10 km, 5 km, 1 km
Mont Grand-Fonds
Sunday Sept 12 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 1000, chemin des Loisirs, 20 km, 10 km, 5 km, 1 km
La Malbaie
ultratrailharricana.com | 19Balance and freshness on the Flavour Trail
Take this route dotted with gourmet riches and findings. The harmony between a unique
savoir-faire, high regard for the land, and remarkable sensitivity, create true local delights. Reconnect
The Flavour Trail proposes several stops to stock up on delicious products promoting a
healthy and balanced diet. Between river and mountains, and meeting the region’s chefs 1 800 667-2276
©Annie Ferland
and producers, we get a taste of happiness. charlevoixtourism.comTRAIL MARKING/FLAGGING
There will be pink flags every 200 meters or less on all courses. There will also be markers counting
down every kilometer (see picture above). The 80, 65, 42, 28, 20 and 10 km courses all eventually
join up to the 125 km course, converging together towards the finish line and partly sharing the same
markers.
The 125km course is marked for the night time as of kilometre marker 109 onwards and are
additionally marked with either reflective markers fixed to trees at 3 feet from the ground or placed
on the ground on the forest roads. The 28 km is also fully marked for the night.
Follow the red arrows to make sure you stay on the right trail. Prohibited sections are identified by
prohibition markers (square and white) with the Harricana wolf logo or with orange ground markings.
If you don't see any ribbons for 10 minutes, you have left the trail.
Be alert when you leave the forest roads and must use the trails of the Ultra-Trail Harricana du
CanadaTM. We have installed trestles to help you find the red arrows that direct you to the trails.
Athletes are responsible for being on the correct course. In case of error,
athletes must backtrack and take up the course again from where they left it.
Any athlete who has not completed the entire marked course must notify the
organization and declare themselves as disqualified.
ultratrailharricana.com | 21EQUIPMENT
To take part in these events, some basic material and equipment is mandatory. However, it is important
to note that the mandatory equipment is considered the absolute minimum required and that each
athlete should adapt the contents of their bags to their own needs and capacities. Furthermore, the
UTHC events are semi-autonomous. Semi-autonomy is defined as the capacity to be autonomous
between two aid stations with respects to food, water, equipment and security. You should be able
to adapt to any situation you might face between aid stations with the equipment you carry with you.
28
km 28 20 10 5
Equipment km km km km
night
COVID : Two masks or face coverings
COVID : Mini bottle of antiseptic product
EpiPen (for insect and food allergies)
for those who need it
Reusable cup or container for food and liquid (e.g. soup)
The aid stations do not have cups, dishes or cutlery. You must carry what you need with
you. min 15 cl
Survival blanket (min. 1.40 m x 2 m)
Whistle
Waterproof coat with hood
The jacket must have an attached hood (windbreakers will not be accepted)
Warm hat (tuque )
Working headlamp and extra set of batteries
(recommendation: 200 lumens or more for the main light)
Minimum 500 ml of water
Food supply (energy bars, gels, other)
Cell phone (with pre-registered emergency number 833 427-7422)
For short distances around Mont Grand-Fonds sector, cellular signal
is generally available at all times.
Gloves (to keep your hands warm)
Baseball cap, bandana or Buff®
Long-sleeved mid-layer
Arm warmers do not count as this midlayer.
Trekking poles
Earphones
Animals
Legend: Mandatory Recommended Authorized Prohibited125 80 65 42
Equipment
km km km km
COVID : Two masks or face coverings
COVID : Mini bottle of antiseptic product
Minimum 1 litre of water
Food supply (energy bars, gels, other)
Whistle
EpiPen (for insect and food allergies)
for those who need it
Survival blanket (min. 1.40 m x 2 m)
Reusable cup or container for food and liquid (e.g. soup)
The aid stations do not have cups, dishes or cutlery. You must carry what you need with you.
min 15 cl
Cell phone (with pre-registered emergency number 833 427-7422)
There is not much cell reception along the course, but texts can be sent depending on the
location.
Course map (Ondago on cell phone or other GPX application)
Jacket with hood to withstand inclement weather that
includes a waterproof and breathable membrane
The jacket must have an attached hood (windbreakers will not be accepted)
Warm hat (tuque )
Working headlamp
(recommendation: 200 lumens or more for the main light)
Gloves (to keep your hands warm)
Long-sleeved mid-layer
Arm warmers do not count as this midlayer.
Extra set of batteries, extra working headlamp or power
bank (charger)
Basic first aid kit
Including plasters for blisters, water sterilization device, lighter, therapeutic stabilizing tape
(taping), acetaminophen, dry ice, sterile bandages, penknife, etc.
Baseball cap, bandana or Buff®
Bear bell
Waterproof or windproof pants
Trekking poles
Earphones
Animals
Legend: Mandatory Recommended Authorized ProhibitedTIMING AND ONLINE RESULTS
Timing for all events is done by Sportstats. The results will be available live online.
See results
Athletes and spectators can follow the race on the Sportstats website. After the race, you can also
download your participation certificate through the Sportstats website.
DROPPING OUT AND GETTING BACK
Should you choose to drop out of the race, or be required to end the race for medical reasons, it is
important to report that you are dropping out to the nearest aid station captain or to a first aider.
Otherwise, we might have to search for you for hours unnecessarily.
Quitting the race and leaving the course without reporting it to a member of the UTHC organisation is
PROHIBITED. Anyone dropping out of the race must ensure that the race director has taken note of
their bib number. The bib numbers of racers having dropped out will then be sent to the timing and
results team.
Any participant having confirmed that they are dropping out of the race will be automatically
taken charge of by the organization to be brought back. You will have to be patient. Courses are
linear and you may have to wait an hour or more before being brought back to Mont Grand-Fonds
Please note that dropping out is restricted to exceptions such as cases of force
majeure at the Les Morios and La Chouette aid stations, which are difficult to
access.
PACERS
Pacers are permitted on the 80 km only (from the SPLIT aid station, access by
foot only) See map. Pacers are not permitted at any other UTHC races. Being
accompanied during all or part of the race by a person who is not registered
to run the race is forbidden. A 30-minute penalty may be applied for receiving
assistance outside the designated areas. See race rules Pacers do not need to
register in advance. The 80 km athletes will collect their pacer bibs and share
their pacers’ names at the bib pick up.
24 | Athlete guide UTHCmapping
Using the ONDAGO app, you can use your smartphone to navigate through the different interactive
maps of the UTHC. Even without cellular reception, you will be able to see where you are along the
race course of your choice as the application uses your phone’s GPS. However you must download
the course maps before heading out to areas with poor cellular reception. The course maps are also
available at the end of this guide.
SAFETY AND FIRST AID
A team of professionals, aided by volunteers, will be on-site to provide emergency care to athletes
in need. Most aids stations will have first aid trained personnel and specialised teams will be called
upon if needed. This service is offered by Montagne Explore.
Physiotherapy Services
Physiotherapists will be available at all aid stations as well as on course to offer you treatments. At
the finish line, the friendly team of Physio PMP, from Quebec City, will be will be available to help. Do
not hesitate to consult them!
ultratrailharricana.com | 25HEALTH RULES THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED
IN THE SHUTTLES
Your Own transportation
You can be dropped off at the 125, 80, 65, and 42 km Saint-Siméon starting areas.
However, in order to avoid congestion and traffic problems at the departures of the 125 km and 42
km from Saint-Siméon, we recommend that you use the shuttles to get there.
The shuttle is compulsory for the 42 km Classic.
Once at the start site, attendants can drop off the athletes or use the temporary parking spaces for
their race preparations. Due to the limited spaces in the departure area parking lots, your attendants
will be asked to leave as soon as possible. In addition, no vehicle can stay at these sites for the day.
RIDE-SHARE
We have created a platform to ease ride-sharing in between participants who want to get to the start
line the morning of the race. Please go to the following site to post or ask for available spots.
shuttle buses
Shuttle buses represent a risk for the spread of the virus as part of your race. We ask for your
collaboration in following the volunteers’ guidelines. You will have to give your name before entering
a vehicle.
You will have to wash your hands before boarding the bus and wear a mask or face covering for the
entire length of the trip.
Thank you for your collaboration!
To use a shuttle bus, each athlete must reserve a seat before August
25th by filling out the form on the following page:
Register for shuttles
26 | Athlete guide UTHC125 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 75 minutes
1 p.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 20 hours)
Option 1
10 :30 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
10 :45 a.m.
Option 3
Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Option 4
11:15 a.m. Bus stops at Motel Chez Laurent
(1493, boul. Mgr de Laval, Baie-Saint-Paul)
Option 5
11:20 a.m. Bus stops at l'église de St-Urbain
(990, rue Saint-Édouard, Saint-Urbain)
2 p.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 20 hours)
Option 1
11 :45 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
12 :00 a.m.
Option 3
Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Option 4
12:30 a.m. Bus stops at Motel Chez Laurent
(1493, boul. Mgr de Laval, Baie-Saint-Paul)
Option 5
12:35 a.m. Bus stops at l'église de St-Urbain
(990, rue Saint-Édouard, Saint-Urbain)
Register for shuttles
ultratrailharricana.com | 2780 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
Option 1
6 :15 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
6 :30 a.m.
Option 3
Shuttle bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
65 km shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
6 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 9.5 hours)
Option 1
4 :15 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
4 :30 a.m.
Option 3
Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
7 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 9.5 hours)
Option 1
5 :15 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
5:30 a.m.
Option 3
Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Register for shuttles
28 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 28mandatory 42 km classic shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 60 minutes
9 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing fewer than 6 hours)
Option 1
7 :30 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
7 :45 a.m. Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
Option 3
7 :30 a.m. Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
9:30 a.m. RACE START(for those who plan on needing more than 6 hours)
Option 1
8 :00 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
8 :15 a.m. Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
Option 3
8 :00 a.m. Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
42 km St-Siméon shuttle
The bus ride lasts approximately 45 minutes
Option 1
6 :30 a.m.
Shuttle bus leaves the Mont Grand-Fonds ski area
Option 2
Bus stops at Chutes Fraser campground
(500, chemin de la Vallée, La Malbaie)
6 :45 a.m.
Option 3
Bus leaves Centre sportif – École secondaire Du Plateau
(104 Bd Kane, La Malbaie, QC G5A 0A8)
Register for shuttles
ultratrailharricana.com | 29DROP BAGS
Only athletes running the 125 km event have access to a drop bag service.
125 km
A The North Face bag will be given to you when you pick up your bib. You must clearly identify
your TNF drop bag. The morning of the race, at the starting line, you will be able to leave the bag,
identified with your name and bib number. This drop bag will also be your finish bag so you should
pack a towel and change of clothes. You should also pack enough clothes and equipment to spend
a second night on the course. Drop bags will be available twice: once at the halfway mark at the
parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie aid station, and once more at the arrival
site. (This service was supposed to be canceled according to the Health Guide, but we were able
to reintegrate it after having discussions with Public Health authorities. We would invite only those
people with no support crew to use the service).
42 km, 65 km and 80 km
Participants in the 80 km and 65 km races can leave a bag with personal effects at the race start.
A bag will be provided at the bib pick-up. The bag must be labelled as specified. A shuttle will bring
the bag to the finish area.
30 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 30support crew
The assistance of a crew is permitted for the 125k only.
The role of the crew is to offer comfort, equipment
and food to their athlete. The crew is permitted at
the La Marmotte, Parc des Hautes-Gorges, and Split
aid stations as well as the Mont Grands-Fonds finish
area.
Crews are expected to be autonomous and will not
have access to the food and fluids at aid station.
Since space is limited, only one car per athlete is
allowed at La Marmotte aid station. When they pick
up their bibs, athletes will receive a sticker to give to
the support crew. The sticker numbers will be noted
as the cars arrive. Crew members must follow the
access schedule to ease traffic on the road that will
also be used by athletes during the race. Please note
that the road leading to this refueling station is bumpy
and is not recommended for low floor vehicles. See
map.
Warning about the cold and the night: With the change of schedule of the 125 km
this year, the support teams will be present at night on certain sections of the course.
Nights are cool in September and can even reach freezing. We invite you to prepare
yourselves adequately with warm clothes. Small shelters (for example a small marquee
tent) and stoves can be taken to the support team sites to help warm you up.
The SEPAQ Hautes-Gorges aid station is accessible by car (paved road). See map.
To get to the Split aid station. See map.
To ensure easy access to aid stations, download the ONDAGO app for your smart phone.
Interactive maps of the UTHC will show you the way to the aid stations.
Members of the support team are limited to family members or close friends, that is;
those living at the same address or including only one additional address.
ultratrailharricana.com | 31New!
In a bid to build on its sustainable development
goals, the Ultra-Trail Harricana of CanadaTM
will now offer a Brix maple gel refill to those
who have a refillable flask!
You will be able to refill your flask at the Mont
Grands-Fonds site (1 refill) or at the Coyote
and the SPLIT aid stations.
1 flask refill = two packs of BRIX (value of
$ 5.80 + tx)
To get your refillable flask bearing the UTHC logo, visit boutique.ultratrailharricana.com
32 | Athlete guide UTHCSERVICES AT AID STATIONS
Please note there will be absolutely no glasses available at any of the aid stations. You must therefore
bring a glass or goblet with you for all events. If needed, cups will be available for purchase at the
La Boutique du Lac kiosk in the exhibitor’s zone and during bib distribution in La Malbaie on the Friday.
Each refueling station has a toilet facility, except the Morios and Montage Noire stations, where it is
impossible to transport toilet infrastructures.
ultratrailharricana.com | 33Services available at the aid stations
FRIDAY - SATURDAY
Lac à l’Empêche
Montagne Noire
Les Draveurs
Marmotte
Sepaq HG
Geai Bleu
Chouette
Epervier
Morios
Coyote
Split
Water
Beverages
Spark (liquid electrolytes)
Coca Cola
Coffee
Oranges and bananas
Naak Waffles Ultra Energy
Sweets
Gummies
Cookies
Dattes
Pretzels and chips
Salted
Salted potatoes
Vegetable broth
Eggs
Proteins*
Tortillas Peanut butter & jelly
Cheese Curds
Surprise #1 : Grilled cheese
Surprise #2 : Macaroni meat
Surprises*
/napolitaine sauce
Surprise #3 : Brownies
Surprise #4 : Brix refill
125 125 125 125
Surprise #5: Happy Yak km km km kmServices available at the aid stations
SUNDAY
Arthur Savard - 42km
SPLIT - 10km 20km
Comporté - 20km
Épervier - 42km
McLeod - 42km
Water
Beverages
Spark (liquid electrolytes)
Coca Cola
Oranges and bananas
Naak Waffles
Sweets
Gummies
Dattes
Cookies
Water melon
Pretzels and chips
Salted
Salted potatoes
Vegetable broth
Surprise : Tortillas
Peanut butter & jelly
ultratrailharricana.com | 35Aid stations
42 km
Aid station 125 km 80 km 65 km
classic
Mont du Lac à l'Empêche
Morios (water only)
Marmotte
Chouette
Parc des Hautes-Gorges
Les Draveurs
Geai Bleu
Coyote
Presented by Bromont Ultra
Épervier
Split
Montagne Noire
Mont Grand-Fonds
Presented by Club de Trail Nord Boréal
42 km
Aid station 28 km 20 km 10 km
St-Siméon
Arthur Savard
McLeod
Épervier
De Comporté
Split
Montagne Noire
Mont Grand-FondsApporter votre tasse pour avoir un café gratuit au départ au Parc des Hautes-Gorges et au site principal du Mont-Grand-Fonds!
CUT OFF TIMES
The cut off times are shown in the pace charts below. We ask that you respect these times and the
on site personel who must enforce them by not arguing the cut offs with them. The race director has
the authority, not the onsite volunteers. These times are realistic and are based on the results from
past years. Because the events are held deep in the backcountry, we must ensure that the safety
systems in place are not compromised. The medical team on-site could require you to abandon the
race at any time should they determine your safety is at risk.
An analysis of your physical state by the medical staff onsite could be required at the Parc
des Hautes-Gorges aid station to determine whether you may continue the race or not.
38 | Athlete guide UTHC harricana.info | 38uthc 125 km
IMPORTANT : the estimated times for the last 125 km athletes are faster for the first part of the
course, up to Hautes-Gorges. Times then become longer right until the finish line. This means you
must not start your race off too slowly so as not to be disqualified at La Marmotte or Hautes-
Gorges.
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
15 km
Start Zec des Martres (480 D+ / 495 D-) 13:00 14:30
11.5 km
15 km Mont du Lac à l'Empêche (355 D+ / 620 D-) 14:37 17:50
8.1 km
26.5 km Morios water station (550 D+ / 587 D-) 15:52 20:25
16.1 km
34.6 km Marmotte (775 D+ / 545 D-) 16:44 22:10
10.1 km
50.7 km Chouette (230 D+ / 545 D-) 18:29 01:40
6.6 km
60.8 km SEPAQ Hautes-Gorges (drop bag) (100 D+ / 125 D-) 19:35 04:00
15.4 km
67.4 km Geai bleu (570 D+ / 150 D-) 20:18 05:35
18.5 km
82.9 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 21:58 9:20
6.8 km
101.4 km Épervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 23:59 13:50
7.3 km
108.2 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 00:43 15:25
7 km
115.5 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 01:30 17:15
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 02:19 19:30
Total 13 h 19 29 h
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 13 min 16 s/km Cut off ultratrailharricana.com | 39uthc 80 km
Estimated time of passage
Stage Stations Next station First runner1 Last runner2
10.9 km
Start Parc des Hautes-Gorges (320 D+ / 340 D-) 8:00 8:30
11.1 km
10.9 km Station des Draveurs (100 D+ / 160 D-) 8:59 10:40
15.1 km
22 km Geai bleu (570 D+ / 150 D-) 9:59 12:50
18.9 km
37.1 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 11:23 15:50
6.8 km
56 km Epervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 13:05 19:35
7.3 km
62.8 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 13:42 21:00
7.5 km
70.1 km Montagne noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 14:41 22:25
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 15:02 23:55
Total 7 h 02 15 h 23
1 Speed 5 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed 11 min 50 s/km Cut off
uthc 65 km
Estimated time of passage
Stage Stations Next station First runner1 Last runner2
6.6 km
First start Parc des Hautes-Gorges (100 D+ / 160 D-) 6:00 7:30
18.5 km
6.6 km Geai bleu (405 D+ / 540 D-) 6:35 8 :50
6.8 km
22 km Coyote (255 D+ / 215 D-) 7 :57 11 :50
7.3 km
40.5 km Épervier (400 D+ / 140 D-) 9 :36 15 :30
7.5 km
47.3 km Split (100 D+ / 380 D-) 10 :12 16 :50
54.6 km Montagne Noire 7.5 km 10 :51 18 :20
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11 :31 19 :45
Total 5 h 31 12 h 15
1 Speed of 5 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 11 min 50 s/km Cut off
40 | Athlete guide UTHCuthc 42 km - classic
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
2.6 km
Start ZEC du Lac au sable (140 D+ / 15 D-) 9:00 10:00
18.5 km
2.6 km Coyote (405 D+ / 540 D-) 9:13 10:35
6.8 km
21.1 km Épervier (255 D+ / 215 D-) 10:45 14:15
7.3 km
27.9 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 11:19 15:35
7.5 km
35.2 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 11:56 17:05
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 12:33 18:35
Total 3 h 33 8 h 30
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 12 s/km
uthc 42 km - St-Siméon
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
5.1 km
Start Saint-Siméon (200 D+ / 90 D-) 8:00 8:30
16.8 km
5.1 km Ravito Arthur Savard (820 D+ / 650 D-) 8:28 9:35
9.9 km
21.9 km Ravito McLeod (250 D+ / 129 D-) 10:00 13:00
10 km
31.8 km Ravito Épervier (275 D+ / 325 D-) 10:54 15:05
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11:49 17:05
Total 3 h 49 8 h 35
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 20 s/km Cut off
ultratrailharricana.com | 41uthc 28 km
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
13 km
Start Mont Grand-Fonds (500 D+ / 480 D-) 9:00 10:00
7 km
13 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 9:56 12:40
8 km
20 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 10:26 14:00
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 11:01 15:40
Total 2 h 00 15 h 40
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 mins/km
uthc 28 km - night duo
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
13 km
Start Mont Grand-Fonds (500 D+ / 480 D-) 18:30 18:45
7 km
13 km Split (400 D+ / 140 D-) 19:35 21:25
8 km
20 km Montagne Noire (100 D+ / 380 D-) 20:10 22:45
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 20:50 00:25
Total 2 h 20 5 h 30
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km
42 | Athlete guide UTHCuthc 20 km
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
8 km
Start Mont Grand-Fonds (410 D+ / 340 D-) 9:30 10:00
5 km
8 km Station d'eau (115 D+ / 130 D-) 10:04 11:40
7 km
13 km Split (215 D+ / 270 D-) 10:26 12:40
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 10:56 14:00
Total 1 h 26 4 h 00
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km
uthc 10 km
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stage Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
6 km
Start Mont Grand-Fonds (170 D+ / 120 D-) 9:00 9:30
4 km
6 km Split (50 D+ / 100 D-) 9:27 10:45
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 9:45 11:35
Total 45 min. 2 h 05
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min 30 s/km
uthc 5 km
Estimated time of passage
First Last
Stations Next station
runner1 runner2
5 km
Start Mont Grand-Fonds (125 D+ / 125 D-) 10:00 10:30
Finish Mont Grand-Fonds 10:21 11:30
Total 21 min. 1 h 00
1 Speed of 6 min 30 s/km / 2 Speed of 12 min s/km
ultratrailharricana.com | 43AWARDS AND CEREMONIES
Saturday sunday
12 p.m. : 28 km Classic podium 10:30 a.m. : 10 km podium
12:30 p.m. : 125 km podium 10:45 a.m. : 5 km podium
2 p.m. : 42 km podium 12 p.m. : 20 km podium
2:30 p.m.: 65 km podium 1:30 p.m.: 42 km Saint-Siméon podium
5 p.m. : Presentation of the cheque
to the MS Society of Canada
7 p.m. : 80 km podium
9:45 p.m. : 28 km Night duo podium
The first 5 men and first 5 women will be asked to introduce themselves. The schedule is subject to
change due to actual arrival time of athletes.
44 | guide de l'athlète UTHCfinisher gift
All athletes who finish the 125 km race within the 25-hour cutoff time will
receive an engraved 125 km Opinel knife. All athletes who finish their race will
also receive a wooden UTHC wolf statuette. Volunteers will be responsible for
distributing these prizes as athletes cross the finish line. Opinel knives will not
be sent by mail if they are forgotten.
post race meal
Athletes will be served a hot, gourmet meal after their race. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are
#D51F35 available. See complete menu
: Energy Partner to the UTHC
The dynamic Guru team, a Quebec based energy drink, awaits you on the main site of the Mont
Grand-Fonds. Come and pick up your free can!
Beer Microbrasserie Charlevoix
All athletes are entitled to a MicroBrasserie Charlevoix beer. To claim your beverage, make your way
to the main tent outside the Mont Grand-Fonds chalet!SUSTAINABLE RACE
From its very beginnings, Ultra-Trail Harricana du CanadaTM has taken an environmentally responsible
approach in almost all of its actions and activities. These values guide our decision-making process and
have helped the event stand out in several ways in the areas of social, economic and environmental
development over the last several years.
While this philosophy has always been an informal part of the organizational culture, our team wanted
to ensure the continuity and coherence of our actions. In 2017, we decided to send a clear, consistent
message to all our team members, partners, collaborators, suppliers as well as our runners, with a
global, long-term vision aiming to structure and consolidate the steps that still need to be taken to
continue reducing the environmental impacts of Événements Harricana’s projects.
Our commitment to sustainable development
Waste management
ffProvide bins to collect compostable and recyclable materials at the main site and at the 15 aid
stations, and encourage runners to use them correctly ;
ffProhibit runners from throwing garbage on the ground during the run under penalty of
disqualification ;
ffGradually incorporate washable dishware for the post-race athlete meal ;
ffGive remaining food to a local organization (the Service alimentaire et aide budgétaire
de Charlevoix-Est) to redistribute to people in need ;
Reducing the event's footprint
ffGive out virtual swag bags. Instead of receiving printed materials, runners will be able
to download partner promotions and ads on the web ;
ffMake event medals out of biodegradable Quebec-sourced wood ;
ffLimit the distribution of promotional items, especially those that don’t last long or that have
limited value ;
ffSell t-shirts so that only people who want them get them ;
ffCut down on printed materials. Most communication is done on the web through the digital
newsletter, social media, website, etc ;
ffBorrow or rent materials from other organizations rather than buying them or having them
custom-made for us. Likewise, we will lend out our materials and share our expertise with other
organizations ;
ffNo longer hand out drinking cups at the races. Runners must have their own reusable cups/
bottles ;
ffEliminate disposable energy gel packs at aid stations ;
ffUse reusable containers to deliver water to the aid stations ;
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