The Escape Raid

THE ESCAPE RAID

KEY DETAILS

Date: 19-20 October, 2024
Location: Lake Wivenhoe, QLD
Team Size: Teams of 2 to 5 competitors
Categories: Mixed, Male and Female
Events: 3 Events – 1 Weekend
Entries: Open Monday 1 July, 2024

RACE DESCRIPTIONS

Raid Adventures is excited to announce a move to spring for the third edition of the Escape Raid in 2024! Three races – three different disciplines – one fantastic weekend. Do one or do them all, the Escape Raid is designed to be a family friendly weekend of trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, navigating and camping.  Adopting a general rogaine format, each event has it’s own unique twist requiring some head scratching strategic planning. The Escape Raid is achievable by novices whilst still challenging the most hardened adventure athletes as they all navigate an unmarked course with map and compass. This race is just as much about the campfire as it is the competition.

RACE HQ

Captain Logans Camp, Lake Wivenhoe, QLD.

The Captain Logan’s Camp Recreation Area is the perfect venue to host the Escape Raid. There is unlimited paddling opportunities, excellent off-trail navigation for the trek stage and a diverse trail network for cycling in the adjoining the area all just an hour from Brisbane. All three stages will be run from the same HQ location and lake side camping is included in the entry fee. The campgrounds include toilets, hot showers, drinking water, some shelter and power along with direct lake access. Friends and family are welcome to join the event through our spectator camping and meal package.

SCHEDULE

Saturday 19 October, 2024
3 Hour Kayak Event
8:30amEvent registration and map handout.
9:30amKayak event start.
12:30pmKayak event finish.
3 Hour Trek Event
1:30pmEvent registration and map handout.
2:30pmTrek event start.
5:30pmTrek event finish.
6:00pmCamp fire and dinner.
6:45pmDay 1 presentations and puzzle activity
Sunday 20 October, 2024
3 Hour Bike Event
6:30amCamp breakfast opens.
8:00amEvent registration and map handout.
9:00amBike event start.
12:00noonBike event finish.
12:30pmFinal presentations and pack up.

ENTRIES

Early bird entries will open Monday 1 July, 2024. Places are capped at 50 teams.

Early bird entries close on Friday 6 September, 2024 at which point there is a $20 late fee.  Entries close fully on Monday 14 October, 2024.

Escape Raid Full

  • Includes entry into all three events along with camping, Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast, waterproof maps, double kayaks (byo single if an uneven number of team members) and electronic timing. An overall champion will be announced with combined results from all three events. Expected to sell out.
  • $175 per person. $75 per students and under 14.

Escape Raid Kayak

  • 3 hour kayak event only. Includes waterproof maps, electronic timing and double kayaks. Teams with an uneven number of team members must provide their own single kayak.
  • $75 per person. $30 per students and under 14.

Escape Raid Trek

  • 3 hour trek event only. Includes waterproof maps, electronic timing and post-race dinner.
  • $75 per person. $30 per under 14. $40 per student.

Escape Raid Bike

  • 3 hour bike event only. Includes waterproof maps and electronic timing and pre-race breakfast.
  • $75 per person. $30 per students and under 14.

Spectator Camping Package

  • Includes camping, Saturday dinner, Saturday night Escape puzzle and Sunday breakfast.
  • $75 per person. Or come volunteer at the event for free!

EVENT SPONSOR

We are excited to announce a 3 year partnership with the Somerset Regional Council to host the Escape Raid. Be sure to check out the Experience Somerset website for local accommodation options and other adventures to explore in the area during your visit.