RACE BIBS
Bibs need to go on the front of the body, preferably visible at the finish. Lower chest is ideal. Thigh is acceptable, but the bib should be pinned horizontally on the leg.
MEDICAL SUPPORT
Medical support is being provided by Meghan Sarna Hulderman, FNP of Northern Roots Wellness. The medical tent is located near the finish line. If you encounter an injured racer, stop and ask if help is needed. If so, call the Vasa Medical Hotline at 231-463-9208. If you don’t have a phone or signal, then notify an aid station volunteer. They will need to know the racer bib number and location. If you become injured, call the above medical hotline, which is printed on each race bib.
SKIER AID STATIONS
There will be aid stations on the 15K classic and freestyle ski races and the 27K freestyle ski race. All other races are self-supported. Aid stations are located as indicated on the race maps. Aid stations will provide Heed High Energy Electrolyte Drink and Hammer Gels, bananas, water, and limited skier support items.
CONCESSION
Your race bib or volunteer hat will allow you access to post-race food in the Banquet Hall. Spectators may purchase food from the Chubby Unicorn Food Truck located just outside the Banquet Hall. Short’s Brewing and The Long Drink beverages will be available for purchase at $5 per can for those with proper identification.
CHANGING AREAS & BAG DROP
The bag drop is located in the Event Hall at Timber Ridge (next to the main Lodge). Racers can pick up two tags at registration to write their bib number on. One tag is for your post-race clothing bag to be checked in at the bag drop. The second tag is for your bag of warm-ups that you may leave at the start just prior to your race. These bags will be taken to the bag drop pickup area where you can claim both bags after your race. Bag pickup is available outside the Banquet Hall under the awning. Changing areas are tight. We recommend you change in your vehicle.
🩶 VOLUNTEER ROLES AVAILABLE 🩶
Volunteers are the heart of the Vasa. There are several roles that still need to be fulfilled. If you have a guest or family with you, encourage them to volunteer. Perks include a front row seat to the action and behind the scenes action, as well as some hearty snacks. Remaining roles can be found at Vasa.org.
DROPPING OUT
If you are unable to complete your race, report to the nearest aid station or Ski Patrol member and give them your bib number. OR, report to the medical staff at the finish line. Any participant who exits the course without giving notice will be charged if there is a resulting search and rescue operations
FAT BIKE RACES
All tires must be 3.8 inches or wider and properly inflated (no plus bikes). The recommended tire pressure is 4-6 psi, depending on conditions. Helmets are required, and absolutely no ear buds are allowed. There will be a warmup loop in the stadium. Fat bikers are not allowed on the course before the race. The 40K course is a 2-lap race, and the short race is a 20K 1-lap race. There will be one aid station per lap in the 40 race. For the 40K race, no rider will be allowed to start a second lap after 2:15pm. The courses are the same for a second lap in the long race.
JUNIOR VASA
Late registration is available in the Lodge from 9:20 - 11:20 am. Signup online before February 5, 6:00 pm. A parent signature and liability waiver is required. Junior Vasa skiers each receive a Cherry Republic Boomchunka cookie, Grocer’s Daughter drinking chocolate and a medal.
ALL ABILITIES/ADAPTIVE RACE
North American Vasa does not currently own adaptive Nordic ski equipment, however we are actively seeking equipment so that we can offer the experience of Nordic skiing for all. Please contact vasainfo@vasa.org if you have a lead.
AWARDS
Saturday awards will take place at the Park Place Hotel during the Vasa Celebration Party (4-7 pm). The top three overall finishers for each race on Saturday will podium. Age group winners will be invited to pick up awards. Unclaimed awards can be picked up by a friend or family member. Leftover awards from Saturday can be picked up at Timber Ridge on Sunday. The Sunday awards celebration will take place at Timber Ridge. Age group categories can be found on www.Vasa.org.
ANNUAL PINS
All finishers of events are eligible for a souvenir Vasa pin showing the number of Vasa race years completed. Pick up your year pin inside the Banquet Hall at Timber Ridge. See www.vasa.org for a complete list of current members.
PROTESTS
Protests must be submitted to the Co-Race Directors, Ken Dawson or Cliff Onthank at the finish line within one hour of completing your race.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Austin Copenhaver of Hogg Solutions serves as lead photographer, along with a team of volunteer photographers. Vasa.org will post photo links with the option to purchase.
LOST & FOUND
When possible, clothing and items left or borrowed at aid stations will be returned to Timber Ridge Lodge.
OFFICIAL RESULTS
Results will also be posted on www.vasa.org.
Timing is provided by Epic Race Timing. Go to the “RESULTS TAB” at Vasa.org and click on link or scan the QR code below
