1. How do I get there?
There are a few options open for travel. You may drive, fly or catch the ferry or a combination of all 3 if needed!!
Please note: If you are coming from interstate you will need to book flights or the ferry now!! They can book out up to 6 months ahead for this time of year.
2. What the most important thing I need to know?
See question one!!
3.Where is the Forth?
The slalom site is on the Forth River. It is located approximately 8 km south from the township of Forth. The district is full of beautiful countryside.
4. What is the slalom course like?
The slalom course is located on a small rapid with lots of features. The Tasmanian Canoe Club has a great clubhouse located on the site and there is 3 acres of camping on the river side.
5. What is the whitewater like?
The course is made up of relatively easy whitewater along many features which make it really interesting. There is a fun stopper to learn how to paddle in and around stoppers. The slalom course is 3 km below the Paloona Hydro dam and there is an easy river trip down from the dam.
6.Where do I stay?
If you like camping you will be able to book a camp site when entries open in October. The camp site is at the slalom course and its awesome. There will be camping for about 100 people.
7. I don’t like camping!
That’s Fine too! The site is 15 minutes drive from Devonport and 10 minutes from Ulverstone. There is plenty of accommodation to book but again we suggest you book early.
8. Can I paddle anywhere else?
Yes, although not yet confirmed it is expected that there will be water releases on both the Mersey River and Bradys Lake in the week after the Age Champs.
Please note: The Mersey is continuous grade 3 whitewater and Bradys is a grade 4 slalom course.
9. When can I enter and where do I get more info?
In October, there will be a six week window to enter. The event website has some basic info on it now.
10. Anything else?
Yes, Refer back to Questions 1 & 2!! We suggest that transport is booked now as this event is being held in peak season for this area. Many paddlers have already booked.
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