Témiscamingue International Raid
Endurance Aventure

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September 5 to 8, 2024

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Témiscamingue Raid
daring race
breathtaking backdrop

An adventurer's paradise

Témiscamingue

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!

7,500 lakes and rivers (huge waterway potential)
54 outfitters
4 zecs
Lac-Malakisis Ecological Reserve
4 biodiversity reserves
5 “great lakes”

Concept behind the Raid

In teams of two, participants will have three days to navigate by map and compass a course of more than 160 km while kayaking, biking, trekking, adventure swimming, and completing rope challenges!

The Raid international Témiscamingue will begin on Friday afternoon with a Youth Raid. 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 activities for an exceptional Témiscamienne 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.

Raid Témiscamingue takes place in a wonderful natural setting

Push yourself and cross the finish line as a united team.

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!

The course

Participants must reach various checkpoints located in the region’s most spectacular sites.

The challenges

Running, trekking, mountain biking, canoeing and climbing will be the travel modes through this pristine, wilderness environment.

The athletes

The Raid is completed in teams of two. Participants will navigate the course as a duo and will have to dig deep and tap all their strength to achieve this extraordinary feat.

Distance Raid International Témiscamingue

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Walking-running on trails, in rivers and in the forest

Race or trek across a mix of on-trail and off-trail sections using a compass to guide you!

Orientering (marked and unmarked trail routes)

Competency with a map and compass is essential for a successful Raid Témiscamingue!

Mountain biking

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!

Canoe

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…

Swimming in rivers or lake

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!

Rope challenges (zip line, rappelling, slackline)

Participants will be amazed by the spectacular views—sometimes high, sometimes wide—as they tackle the rope challenges!

Many other surprises!

The Youth Raid

The Raid jeunesse gives young people from Temiscamingue a unique sporting experience in their region. The 50 teams of two youth aged 13 to 17 will need to show resilience and push past their limits! The event will be promoted in schools by a campaign that includes a tour of classrooms to encourage involvement as an athlete or volunteer, and to highlight the value of the event. 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.

Registration for the Raid jeunesse will take place in spring 2024.

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Registration

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Participants who reside in Témiscamingue get a 50% discount. Contact Endurance Aventure for details. Discounted places are limited to 3 teams.

Refund policy

Registration includes

4 nights at a campsite (2 mandatory)
1 technical clothing per runner
1 T-shirt for the assistant (max 2 assistants per team)
3 banquet tickets4
Loan of 1 canoe with PFDs and paddles
Garment for finishers
Medal for finishers
Prizes for winners
A basket of local Témiscamingue goodies
Real-time tracking of your race via satellite
Team pictures

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Required equipment

At all times

Mandatory equipment per person at all times (from start to finish)

Canoeing

Mandatory equipment for the canoe section

1 canoe (Canoes are provided by the organization. They come with 2 paddles and 2 lifejackets (PFDs). If you prefer kayak paddles or your own lifejacket, bring them with you.)
1 easy-to-toss throw bag with 15 metres of floating rope per team, for water safety
1 water safety knife
Approved lifejacket (PFD–caution: self-inflating or inflatable PFDs are not permitted)

Biking

Compulsory equipment per person for the bicycle section

In the air!

Mandatory equipment for the ropes section

A little extra!

Recommended equipment

Many unexpected things can happen during a Raid, so we recommend the following articles:

technical information

Support team

Role of assistants:

Each team must have at least one assistant!
Provide energy supplies (each team is responsible for its own food)
Prepare equipment for transitions
Have a vehicle to transport sports equipment to transition points (canoes, bikes, etc.)
Boost team morale
Assist with navigation, tactics and logistics
Help ensure transitions are quick
Help make decisions and manage rest time

The organization

“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.