introduction
Children up to 11 years of age are allowed to enter the Somersault Wylie Ryan Kids' Event Series. Girls and boys are encouraged to participate. These are participation events in which winning is not rewarded - but participation is.

Each participant must be accompanied by an adult at the event. Parents and guardians may be asked to participate as volunteers at the event, and in the case of young children, you may accompany them during the race at no charge. One authorized adult may supervise many children.

The features, rules, and procedures of a Somersault Wylie Ryan Kids' event are outlined below. Specific information on an event, can be found by clicking on the web site for that event.

general procedures and information
How to enter:
Click on the event in the web site calendar, and then click the "Enter Now" button. You can enter online or you can print the entry form, complete it, and mail it in, or drop it off.

Arrival and Instructions:
Participants should arrive at the event at least 1 hour before race start. There will be a brief instruction session before the race. Parents should attend this session.

Championchip Timing Bracelet
Each participant must pick up a Championchip Timing Bracelet near the Finish Line at the Sportstats Tent before the race, and you must wear it around the ankle during the race.

Participant Kits
Participants may pick up their race kits at the advertised Race Kit Pick Up locations and times. Each participant receives a kit, containing a number bib, pins, and goodies donated by sponsors. Picking the kit up before race day is a good idea, as race morning can be very hectic.

Age Categories & Results:
We do not offer competitive age categories or place awards in Somersault Wylie Ryan Kis' races.  All participants will receive a finish medal at the finish line, and they can check out their printed results on site, or online the evening after the race. They can be found at http://www.somersault.ca/results.htm.

Awards & Prizes:
Each participant will receive a finish medal.  All participants are eligible for draw prizes - if you stick around. Finishers can also download a performance Certificate from our web site at http://www.somersault.ca/results.htm on the Wednesday after the event.

Refreshments:
Each participant receives light refreshments after the race in the finish pen.

Entry Fee:
The entry fee is $12 up to the late entry deadline (Sunday midnight before the race). After that you may only enter on race weekend at Race Kit Pick Up/Late Entry locations, and the late entry fee of $15 must be paid in cash. Late entrants do not receive a souvenir shirt.

the rules:

1. Participants must follow the courses.
2. Participants and parents must be courteous of others.
3. Parents may provide assistance, or run along with the kids, but they must not improve the participant’s placing in the event.
4. Participants must complete the course on their own.

ipods, mp3s, walkmans and headphones
For safety and insurance reasons, any device that is worn in, or on your ears is prohibited. This includes Ipods, MP3s, Walkmans and Headphones, etc. These devices may prevent you from hearing instructions from marshals, as well as hearing other participants, and vehicles, and they may put you at risk. Please respect this rule, as wearing such devices can result in disqualification.

• Arrive 1 hour early.
• Pick up your race kit before race day morning if possible.
• Plan your drive to the event site, and your parking befor race day.
• Read the event rules & regulations before race day.
• When arriving on site, go directly to Race Kit Pick Up (if you haven't already picked up)
• Bring cash to Race Kit Pick Up if you are entering on the day.
• Pick up and wear the Championchip Timing Bracelet around your ankle.
• Check out the site and plan your route to the Start Line.
• Allow time for a toilet break before the race - 15 minutes.
• Listen for morning announcements that may indicate changes.
• Arrive at the start line 10 minutes early