#26 Khokana
Full details: https://snailtrailseries.com/events/s26/
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Your favorite trail race is back!
to go for the next Snail Trail! Follow trail markings and move at your own pace... Hike, run, sprint or fly!
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Full details: https://snailtrailseries.com
The website contains sign up, schedule, directions, trail map etc
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Event and Date: Snail #26 Khokana | January 13, 2024
Distances: 10km, 6km and 3km
Format: Recreational trail race and group hike
Venue: Panchwa Kitchen, located in
Venue Google Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8NizwxSGKJBZctrR9
Deadline: Jan 12, Friday 1pm, one day before the event (late fees applicable thereafter)
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WHAT IS SNAIL TRAIL SERIES?
Snail Trail is a fun outdoors event for you and your loved ones, open for folks with all kinds of trail experience (you do need to be fit for the distance you choose). With plenty of time to finish at a comfortable pace, you could either run the whole thing or do a leisurely brisk hike. Snail Trail is a running race for sure - there are winners - but it's purely a fun, social day out on the trails. As with any outdoor activity, there is an element of physical risk at Snail Trail, so please take it slow and easy on this small and fun event.
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UPDATES
- Added 4 more trail marshals this time, totaling to 9. Most if not all major turning spots were covered.
- There was one incident of dog bite in Khokana. Design trails in future to skip areas known for stray dogs.
- Organize intensive first aid training for the trail team, esp with the preparation of longer races, and possibly high elevation treks/running that's in the pipeline.
- Bib collection format changed. Waivers are signed first, after which the corresponding bib is handed by admin. Significantly reduced admin table chaos.
- Prior to race day, rehearse logistics for dropping off trail team at their locations, and also picking them up after their work is done. Two marshals were stranded on the trails, with water and equipment.
- Battle of the decibels. Some people wanted the music loud, but some found it too much. Please feel free to turn the speaker volume up or down next time, and find a decibel that everybody likes.
- Used powder marking and shredded paper, to complement ribbons. We are cutting down on spray.
- We are scrapping honor system for on-spot payments. Will expand admin team.
- Need to add a venue person to manage food and water at finish.
- Outsource medal purchase, sorting and preparation.
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One-way messaging feature, not a group chat. We send three notifications for each event (race launch and reminders). We never spam. Click to join via WhatsApp:
https://snailtrailseries.com/community
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Organized and Directed by: Von Kathmandu Adventures
Admin and Coordination: Wild Medallion
Marketing and Logistics: Bishnudole Farmhouse
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SNAIL TRAIL SERIES | Hike, run, sprint or fly!
Namaste,
Your registration for Snail Trail #26 Khokana is confirmed.
Full details on the event available on the website https://snailtrailseries.com/ but here's a summary.
1. SCHEDULE
10K show up at 7:00am, and 6K/3K show up at 7:35am in Panchwa Kitchen, located in . Medal ceremony and cut-off at around 9:45am. We hold the rights to delay the start or medal ceremony time without prior notice or explanation.
2. DIRECTIONS
Venue Google pin:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8NizwxSGKJBZctrR9
Venue Directions pin (Ring Road to venue):
https://maps.app.goo.gl/epCcgTiHJTCHsSQv8
IMP: Please do not park inside or pull into the venue. Parking is at a turning 100m before the venue. There will be someone in neon jacket to show you the parking spot. If you are being dropped off, please get off at the parking spot, and do not bring your vehicle inside the event premises at any point of the event. The compound is our start/finishline and your car will be a safety hazard and a bottleneck.
3. TRAIL GPS MAP DOWNLOAD
Please download the route GPS/KML map on your phone, to be carried with you on the trails. This is MANDATORY.
4. FULL DETAILS at https://snailtrailseries.com
- Overview
- Schedule
- Directions to startline
- Startlist
- Trail Map and GPS/KML File Download
- What to bring
- Food and bev
- Crew
4. Code of Conduct
From our experience of organizing over 30 of these events, we know the importance of having everyone follow rules and that no individual is allowed to ruin the experience or worse compromise the safety of other participants. Here are the most important ones:
- If you miss the deadline, you will be subject to Rs. 500 late fees (surcharge on the entry fees). The bib will be handwritten (and my handwriting is a little too tough to the eyes). We cannot make exceptions to this rule, as this is the single deciding factor if the race starts on time.
- For no-shows or late shows, the payment is non-transferable across races and between participants, as all costs will have been incurred.
- Photography and your result is not opt-outs and will be published online. Event photos will be published on Social Media. Your result will be published along with your nationality and age category. All other other data you provide to us will be kept confidential, unless government authorities ask for the same verbally or in written form.
- Absolutely no form of swearing or yelling (we had this misfortune before). There will be kids around, and we want to make sure nobody is exposed to nasty behavior. If you are not content with the race, you can express your concerns in a civil manner, but no form of swearing, shrieking or rowdy behavior will be tolerated at the slightest.
- Make sure your physician clears you for outdoor activities. Snail Trail welcomes and encourages people with all kinds of fitness level, but you need to be in physical shape to finish the race in within the cut-off times (see Schedule section on the website).
- The trail can be steep, flat, undulating, wide, narrow, slippery, rocky, thorny, sandy, muddy, uneven and can also be on the roads on some parts with some traffic. Please be alert at all times, and follow colored ribbons and spray that match the color of your bib.
- The best way to enjoy the Series is to register/pay on time, show up on time (avoid late fees) and follow the trail markings from start to finish. If you take a wrong turn, check the GPS track that you'd load on your phone before starting the race. Any pace is fine.
- All kids 12 years or below must be accompanied by a guardian. If is the guardians responsibility to make sure the kids are safe on the trails and not push them too hard for a medal. The kids must have proper running/hiking gear, including protection from the sun and rain.
- And finally, there will be music playing. Please do not change the music or volume. We had someone play sleazy songs before.
- Snail Trail is a small, recreational trail race/hike that's widely loved, so let's keep it slow, easy and fun on the trails.
See you all tomorrow on time at Panchwa Kitchen.
Join our WhatsApp Community
One-way messaging feature, not a group chat. We send three notifications for each event (race launch and reminders). We never spam. Click to join via WhatsApp:
https://snailtrailseries.com/community
SNAIL TRAIL SERIES by Von Kathmandu Adventures | Hike, run, sprint or fly!
Organized and Directed by: Von Kathmandu Adventures
Admin and Coordination: Wild Medallion
Marketing and Logistics: Bishnudole Farmhouse
Namaste,
Thank you for participating in Snail Trail #26 Khokana.
For results and photos:
https://snailtrailseries.com/recap
Please tag @snailtrailseries on Instagram and Facebook. We will reshare your posts, stories, reels, highlights.. what have you!
Here are a few updates, observations and notes to self:
- Added 4 more trail marshals this time, totaling to 9. Most if not all major turning spots were covered.
- There was one incident of dog bite in Khokana. Design trails in future to skip areas known for stray dogs.
- Organize intensive first aid training for the trail team, esp with the preparation of longer races, and possibly high elevation treks/running that's in the pipeline.
- Bib collection format changed. Waivers are signed first, after which the corresponding bib is handed by admin. Significantly reduced admin table chaos.
- Prior to race day, rehearse logistics for dropping off trail team at their locations, and also picking them up after their work is done. Two marshals were stranded on the trails, with water and equipment.
- Battle of the decibels. Some people wanted the music loud, but some found it too much. Please feel free to turn the speaker volume up or down next time, and find a decibel that everybody likes.
- Used powder marking and shredded paper, to complement ribbons. We are cutting down on spray.
- We are scrapping honor system for on-spot payments. Will expand admin team.
- Need to add a venue person to manage food and water at finish.
- Outsource medal purchase, sorting and preparation.
Please let us know your thoughts on the event. We will definitely consider your feedback.
Join our WhatsApp Community
One-way messaging feature, not a group chat. We send two or three notifications for each event. We never spam. Click to join via WhatsApp: https://snailtrailseries.com/community
Thanks again for showing up!
SNAIL TRAIL SERIES by Von Kathmandu Adventures | Hike, run, sprint or fly!
Organized and Directed by: Von Kathmandu Adventures
Admin and Coordination: Wild Medallion
Marketing and Logistics: Bishnudole Farmhouse
