- Ville-Marie, Témiscamingue, Québec, Canada
The Témiscamingue International Raid
Endurance Aventure
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September 5 to 8, 2024
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Témiscamingue is a resource region characterized by its vast expanses of forest, farmlands, numerous lakes and rivers, diverse fauna, and the quality of its landscapes. The forestry industry, agriculture, vacation resorts, and nature-based recreational tourism activities have flourished thanks to the region’s rich natural resources. The territory is a true paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of wide-open spaces!
Participants will be in teams of two and will have to cover more than 170 km over three days by kayak, bike, trekking, swimming and rope activity, all the while orienting themselves with map and compass!
The Raid international Témiscamingue kicks off on Friday afternoon with a youth trail. The 50 young teams will be accompanied by the 50 adults to start the race.
The race will be supplemented by a variety of events, beginning with a grand opening ceremony on Thursday evening and ending with a festive banquet on Sunday. Four days of programming for an exceptional Temiscaming experience. This event will be held in the heart of the Anishinaabe territory, making it a showcase for Indigenous culture thanks to a close partnership with local First Nations communities.
The Raid International Témiscamingue is a 150-km race in the wilderness that combines swimming, mountain biking, running, canoeing and, of course, other surprise rope activities. Navigation is by map and compass only!
Race or trek across a mix of on-trail and off-trail sections using a compass to guide you!
Competency with a map and compass is essential for a successful Raid Témiscamingue!
Mountain biking offers access to the best panoramic views of the region, as long as you’re ready and willing to carry the bike on your shoulders!
Canoeing is a traditional and typically Canadian activity that is an absolute must for Endurance Aventure raids.
Témiscamingue is home to navigable lakes and rivers that seem to stretch forever…
That’s right, at Endurance Aventure, we like to get wet! Swimming, regardless of the water temperature, will be a key part of the Raid Témiscamingue!
Participants will be amazed by the spectacular views—sometimes high, sometimes wide—as they tackle the rope challenges!
The Raid jeunesse gives young people from Temiscamingue a unique sporting experience in their region. The 50 teams, made up of two young people aged 13 and 17, will have to show perseverance, and will undoubtedly surpass their limits! The event will be promoted in schools through a tour of classrooms to encourage involvement as an athlete or volunteer, and to promote healthy lifestyle habits. In addition to being encouraged and prepared to take part in the race, young people will be involved in all aspects of Raid programming as athletes, volunteers or supporters . Volunteers can be involved in TV production, animation, photography and race logistics.
Register now
Registration closes January 15, 2024
The selection of the 25 teams will be announced in mid-January 2024.
Role of assistants:
The race handbook is an important document that racers and assistants must read, understand and sign. Here’s the link to download it. Enjoy your reading!
“The Raid Témiscamingue is a collective project organized by the Société de développement du Témiscamingue and the MRC du Témiscamingue in collaboration with the Endurance Aventure team. The project already brings together some twenty partners who work together to make it an exceptional and inclusive event in the Temiscamingue region.
Contact us to join us as a partner in this daring race through exceptional territory!
Finally, what links all the links in this great project is, of course, passion! Passion for sports, for the outdoors, for adventure and strong emotions.
We need volunteers to ensure the success of this major event:
Ambroise Lycke
Raid Témiscamingue coordinator
819 629-3355 ext. 111
Cell. : 819 629-8526
ambroisel@lasdt.com
A canoe is provided for each team, complete with PFDs and paddles. If you have need a canoe from the organization, you must send us an e-mail request before March 1, 2024. Please write to: info@enduranceaventure.com.
Rq: You can (if you wish) bring your own canoe and
your paddles. The canoe must be made of plastic (T-formex, Royalex or other).
plastics). Fiber canoes are not accepted (fiberglass),
carbon, kevlar, etc.). Please note that the canoe will be used during the prologue.
by a team of young people.
● Paddles will be provided by the organization if requested.
Yes, each team must have at least one assistant with a vehicle to transport equipment between transitions.
Yes, it’s strongly recommended, not to mention much more pleasant for the assistant!
Is the canoe provided by the organization?
You will receive the maps and roadbooks at the same time as your race number at registration.
No, only regular watches are accepted as GPS devices are not allowed.
No, GPS is not allowed.
The assistant prepares the race equipment and transports it between transitions (canoe, bikes, etc.). They can give advice on race strategies.
Write to us if you have any questions or simply want to be added to our mailing list!