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Questions
1. I can't swim - can I enter
the race?
2. Should I wear a life jacket?
3. Is there first aid provision
during the events?
4. Where can we get rid of our
raft?
5. Have you got any tips for
what to wear?
6. Is the river dangerous?
Answers
1. I can't swim - can I enter
the race?
No. The river is shallow in some parts but
up to 10 feet deep in others we cannot allow non swimmers
to compete.
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2. Should I wear a life jacket?
Whilst this is a matter of personal choice,
we strongly recommend that all competitors use bouyancy
aids of some sort. In the children’s race the
use of life jackets is mandatory.
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3. Is there first aid provision
during the events?
We have a long standing relationship with the
Red Cross and their first aiders will be on duty throughout
the weekend. So whether you are an escapologist with
a dislocated shoulder or you have a splinter in your
finger from your paddle - we can help.
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4. Where can we get rid of
our raft?
Your raft is your responsibility - the Deepings
Raft Race committee accept no responsibility for the
disposal of rafts used in the race. Abandoned rafts
are a safety risk and environmental hazard. Teams will
be charged for their removal and making the area safe.
Take your raft home, improve it and use it again next
year.
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5. Have you got any tips for
what to wear?
Beyond the prize for the best dressed raft
and team there are no specific requirements on what
to wear. However, you are required to wear suitable
footwear (trainers, plimsoles etc..). The river bed
is at best gravel and mud at worst. Also, there are
many unseen hazards lurking below the surface including
sharp objects which have been thrown in during the last
few hundred years. Please remember that whatever you
choose to wear you are responsible for your own wellbeing
on the day.
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6. Is the river dangerous?
Whilst the Welland is a relatively slow moving
and tranquil river, all water sports hold some dangers.
Whilst we do everything that we can to ensure a safe
and enjoyable event for everyone The Deepings Raft Race
committee accept no responsibility for accidents, incidents
or injuries caused directly or indirectly by participation
in any Raft Race organised event.
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