Race Conditions & Code of Conduct

These conditions apply to everyone participating in a raced WREC’kd fixture. By submitting a registration you confirm you have read and agree to them.

For the full essential gear list, emergency contact requirements and our advice on staying safe, see Running in the Backcountry.

Race Conditions

Backcountry terrain. Our fixtures take place in remote New Zealand backcountry. Conditions can be wet, cold, windy and unpredictable. You must be self-sufficient and able to navigate and manage your own safety for the full duration of the fixture.

Essential gear. You must carry the essential gear listed on our website, plus anything the Race Director adds for a particular fixture. Gear may be spot-checked at any time. Failing to carry essential gear is grounds for immediate disqualification without refund.

Navigation. Navigation is your responsibility. Course markings are a guide only and may be incomplete, or moved by weather, stock or third parties. You must carry a printed map and compass and be competent in their use.

Land and environment. Respect private land and conservation areas. Stay on defined tracks where instructed, leave gates as you find them, and carry out all waste. Anyone found damaging the environment may be disqualified and reported to DOC or the relevant authority.

Cut-offs. Where cut-off times apply, anyone who hasn’t reached a checkpoint by its cut-off will be withdrawn from the fixture. No exceptions.

Withdrawing. If you withdraw for any reason, tell Race Control immediately using the number on your race bib. Don’t leave the course without telling race officials. Doing so may trigger a search and rescue response, and the cost may be recovered from you.

Risk and liability. By entering you confirm you are medically fit to take part and accept the inherent risks of remote backcountry running. WREC’kd Inc. and its volunteers accept no liability for injury, illness, loss or death arising from participation.

Changes and cancellation. The Race Director may modify, delay, shorten or cancel a fixture at any time for safety reasons. Entry fees are not refunded if a fixture is cancelled for safety or weather. If you can’t take part for medical reasons, your fee may be refunded at the Treasurer’s discretion.

Code of Conduct

WREC’kd is committed to a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants, volunteers and spectators. Everyone is expected to act with respect and integrity at all times.

A member may face disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or termination of membership, if the Committee determines they have brought the Society into disrepute, or have repeatedly or seriously acted in a way that puts the safety, health or welfare of themselves or others at risk.

We follow ’leave no trace’ principles. Littering on the course or in the surrounding environment is a serious breach of this code, and anyone seen littering will be disqualified.

Safety Declaration

By registering as a racer, you confirm that:

• you have disclosed any medical conditions or medications relevant to your participation, either on the registration form or directly to the Race Director
• you will carry the essential gear (as a minimum) and your own first aid
• you will carry, or have access to, a personal locator beacon (PLB) or satellite device during the fixture
• your emergency contact knows you are taking part and meets the emergency contact requirements
• you are aware of the risks set out in the fixture’s risk assessment (RAMS), and are entering of your own free will