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INTRODUCTION: Picture yourself on a bamboo raft with family or friends cruising down a river and surrounded by the beautiful scenery of nature all the way. That’s basically what the Padawan-River Safari 2008 is about, a chance to get close to nature, enjoy its wealth and possibly win attractive prizes too! Comprising of both bamboo rafts and kayak categories, the event is divided into Men, Ladies Open and Government Department, Hotel and Tours Agencies for rafting while the Kayak is an open category only to be held on 26 October 2008 starting at Kampung Danu and ending at Kampung Git, a distance of appoximately 26km along the river.

The main reason why many participants come back for this river safari is the great scenery and chance to get close up to nature along the ride down the river. With dense forest lining either side of the river bank, the huge outcrops of rock at various stretches of the river are a marvel to see. The water is relatively clean and of varying depths and participants can experience the Giam Rapids as part of the river ride. It would be very difficult and costly for anyone to experience this river ride on their own. So this safari is the opportune time to enjoy nature’s bounty here.

Jointly organised by the Padawan Municipal Council, Ministry of Social Development and Urbanization, this year’s race promises even more fun with a host of other activites. There will be an open sale at Kampung Git on 26th October,2008 while cultural shows and Poco-Poco Competition will be held at Kampung Git for the entertainment of the participants.

Register yourself or team at Padawan Municipal Council today as the event is on a first come first served basis and there is a limit to the number of teams eligible to participate.

Rafting and Kayaking River Route

TYPES OF CRAFT/RAFT
(i) Kayak which can participate in the kayak competition are: K1, K2, C1, C2, and RR. Competitors are requested to bring their own kayaks or rent the kayak for the race.
(ii) Raft.  Raft should be made of bamboo only. Size at 3 ½ feet and can be of any length. Competitors are requested to bring their own raft or purchase/ rent from the local raft maker.

SHAPE OF THE RAFT

THE SCORING
The winner is the competitor completing the race in the shortest total time. In the event of a tie, the competitor with the best time in the final leg (Kpg Semedang bridge towards Kpg Git) will be the winner.

PARTICIPATION FEE
 (i) Rafting Competition – RM 120 per registered participating inclusive of raft disposal and personal accident insurance.
(ii) Kayak Competition – RM 60/- per registered participating team.

What is included ?
Participation fee, Transportation from Kpg. Git ) Finishing Point) for those need to take their vehicles from Kpg. Danu the Starting Point.

What is excluded ?
Airfares, airport transfers, camera and video fees, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, transportation of kayak, optional tours and all other expenditure of a personal nature. Participants are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements.

TERMS AND CONDITION OF ENTRY

1. The Padawan River Safari 2008 under the rafting and kayak competition are open to both Malaysian and foreign participants above the age of 18 years. The rafting and kayaking is not limited to countries and is considered an international race.

2. Entry to rafting and kayaking opens on 1 September 2008 (Wednesday). Receipt of the entry form will constitute the participant’s intent to enter the race and further acknowledges that the participant understands and agrees to comply with each and every rule as stated. Closing date will be on Monday 20 October 2008 at 5.00 pm.

3. Entries are determined on a first come, first served basis upon full payment of race entry fees. Intending competitors are required to register as early as possible. The organizer, Padawan Municipal Council reserves the right to reject any entry without giving any reason whatsoever. There will be no refunds for withdrawals after entries has been accepted, except when the competition is cancel due to unforeseen circumstances.

4. Only 2 persons are allowed in one team for the kayak competition of which can comprise sorely man, women or mix double.  A maximum of 4 persons in one team for the rafting competition either under the men’s open ladies open or Tourist and Government Department Category. Under the Tourism and Government category, only the Hotel, Tour Agencies and Government Department, can participate.  In this category, it can a be mixed gender or a single gender and should be registered under the Department or Company name.

5. It is compulsory to wear a safety jacket at all times during the race.  Non-compliance will result in immediate disqualification.

6. Outside technical assistance or any powered assisted is not allowed during the race.  Competitors may have exchange paddles as assists each other.  Any competitor deemed by Organizer to have used outside assistance or any form or powered assisted will be disqualified.

7. Conduct that, to the opinion of the organizer, threatens the safety of competitors, spectators, officials or member of the public, foul language, and other unsporting or anti-social behavior will be considered cause for disciplinary action.  Such on the part of participant will subject him or her to either warning or immediate disqualification.

8. The organizer reserves the right to enforce the withdrawal of any number of competitors whenever the safety or healths of competitors are endangered.

9. Protest must be submitted in a protest form provided by organizer with a deposit of RM200.00 and delivered to the jury of appeal within 30 minutes of the posting of the final results.  The protest should contain information, such as description of incident, names of witness, name(s) of the affected party (ies), local contact address of complainant and the signature of the complainant.

10. Each participant or quest is expected to have his or her insurance coverage.  The organizer will not be responsible for any illness, injury, death, loss of baggage and personal items, cancellation occurring before, during or after the event.

11. While the organizer tries to keep the published itinerary as closely as possible, changes to schedule may be made to cope with  the inclement weather or other factors, as may arise, at the discretion of the organizer.

12. Participants must agreed to abide by all rules and regulations for the duration of the race.  The Local law will prevail at all times.

All the above terms and conditions apply to the Padawan River Safari 2008 Rafting and Kayak Competition to make any necessary adjustments to the event without prior notice.

For more information, please contact the organisers:
Mr. Rangen Jamang / Mr. Barry Wong
Padawan Municipal Council .
Kota Padawan
Kuching,
Sarawak.
Tel.(6) 082- 615566 Fax(6) 082- 611832
Email: mpp@tm.net.my Website: www.mpp.gov.my

DOWNLOAD FORMS (in PDF format)

PADAWAN RIVER SAFARI RAFTING COMPETITION FORMS
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PADAWAN RIVER SAFARI KAYAK COMPETITION FORMS
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MPP POCO-POCO DANCE COMPETITION FORMS (DOWNLOAD)

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