Dear Participant,
Thank you for pre-registering for this year's Donner Lake Challenge.
We are excited to bring you another edition of this first-class, challenging
and scenic event.
This e-mail contains information on packet pick up, parking and general
race information. Please read on:
General Race Info:
· Saturday, July 19th: Donner Lake Sprint Triathlon
· Sunday, July 20th: Donner Lake Int'l Triathlon and 10K Run/5K Relay Run
· Where: West End Beach of Donner Lake, Truckee, CA
Packet Pick Up
Packet Pick up will be held during the following times:
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What you will receive at Packet Pick Up: Bib numbers, timing chip, swim cap (triathlon only), t-shirt and goodie bag.
Triathletes: If you are a current member of USA Triathlon, please be sure to bring your USAT card. We must verify your membership before we can hand out your packet. If you do not have your card, you will have to purchase a one day license for $9. Sorry, no exceptions.
Commonly asked packet pick up questions:
1.) Can a friend pick up your packet? Yes, but they must have a handwritten note from you with your signature and your USAT card (if you are a member).
2.) Can I register a friend for the event at the expo? No, you must register in-person & sign the USAT waiver.
Start Times
For each triathlon, the first wave will start at 7:30 a.m. Wave start times are posted on our website at: http://www.changeofpace.com/2003dltconfirmation.html . A list of confirmed entrants is posted here as well.
The 10K Run and 5K Relay Run will start at 8:15 a.m. at the Public Boat Launch on Donner Pass Road.
Parking
On race day, parking at the West End Beach area is very limited, and sometimes, non-existent. We strongly encourage you to arrive early and allow plenty of time to find parking (as well as to get body marked, set up your bike, etc.) Parking signs and volunteers will guide you to the next available location. Please do not park illegally, in areas where No Parking is posted, on private property or blocking any driveways. 10K entrants are encouraged to take our free shuttle bus to the event. The shuttle will run from Truckee High School to the Public Boat Launch (10K start) from 5:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. In the afternoon, return shuttles will run from 10:00 am to Noon. The shuttle is free for participants and spectators.
Transition Area
(Triathlon only) On both Saturday and Sunday morning, the transition area will open at 5:30 a.m. Body marking will take place at the entrance(s) to the transition area. It is the participant's responsibility to get marked. You must either be body marked, or have your run bib number with you in order to enter the transition area. Spectators are not permitted in the transition area. Racks in the transition area are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Racks are not pre-assigned.
Please remember, do not bring any glass into the transition area; and put all trash in the provided receptacles. Every year, our staff and volunteers spend over an hour cleaning up energy bar wrappers, banana peels and other trash from the transition area. Please be courteous and be sure to properly dispose of all garbage.
Pre-Race Meetings for Triathlons
If you have not participated in this event in the past, or if you have questions regarding the courses or the flow of the event, we suggest you attend the pre race meeting for your distance. Both meetings will be held at the West End Beach near the registration area the day prior to your event.
Sprint Triathlon: The pre-race meeting will be held at 5:00 pm on Friday, July 18th.
Int'l Triathlon: The pre-race meeting will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, July 19th.
Still Need Accommodations? 
Our Official Accommodations Sponsor, Northstar-At-Tahoe, has rooms and condos available. Northstar is approximately 15 minutes from the West End Beach and offers a variety of amenities including swimming pool, tennis courts, golf, child care, mtn. biking and more. Mention the Donner Lake Triathlon to receive a discount on your reservation. Call 1-800-GO-NORTH or visit www.northstarattahoe.com.
Volunteers
We are still in need of volunteers for Saturday morning and Sunday morning. Volunteering is a great way to help out your fellow triathletes, while being a part of a great event. Most positions also allow you a great view of the competition. Volunteers will receive breakfast goodies, coffee, a free volunteer t-shirt, and complimentary lunch following the event. Positions include body marking, bike/run course monitoring, transition area monitors, timing, food area and registration. Simply check in at the volunteer check-in tent race morning anytime between 5:00 and 6:45 a.m. and our staff will direct you to the next area we need help.
One Last Note
Dogs are not permitted at West End Beach. We are all dog lovers, however, the Parks and Recreation department has a No-Dog rule for the entire West End Beach. Those bringing dogs will not be allowed in the park, therefore, we suggest that you either leave your dog at home or have someone watch it outside the gate. Please do not place our staff in an awkward situation as this is not our rule, but one that we must obey. Our permit reservation is quite strict on the NO DOG rule and we do not wish to jeopordize our relationship nor future permit use on the subject. Thanks in advance.