Race Rules

It is your responsibility to read the race rules carefully and observe them at all times when participating in any Hawkesbury Canoe Classic event.

The Race Committee reserves the right for whatever reasons to shorten or abandon the Classic (for example on direction of a government department or for safety reasons) and to make subsequent decisions regarding results, handicap times, reconstituting classes and the awarding of medallions and ribbons.

All paddlers must obey all directions by Hawkesbury Canoe Classic Officials (including NSW Marine Rescue and NSW Maritime Authority personnel). Penalty - disqualification.

Minumun Age to enter the Hawkesbury Canoe Classic is 15 years of age as at 1st January.  For further information with regards to classes and age caterogies please see information under race classes.

In the event of a cancellation prior to the start, a proportion of race entry fees may be refunded. In that event there will be a recorded message on the Race Information Number 0435 736 646.

The Race Committee reserves the right to disqualify, refuse entry or impose time penalties for any breach of the Race Rules.