Hi Everyone!

Winterman Report
Along with our event partner Search & Rescue Global 1, we were pleased to host 1400 participants at the 2011 Winterman 3Km, 5Km, 10Km, Half Marathon, and Marathon Runs, held on a dry road, in chilly weather at the Canadian War Museum, on February 20th. By all accounts participants enjoyed the event, and were certainly startled by the “starting gun” provided by the Canadian Armed Forces J. Check out the results at: www.somersault.ca/resultsrun.htm, and the photos www.zoomphoto.ca

Congratulations to the many new record holders, and to each participant on their own personal performance. Thanks to all who participated and supporting Search & Rescue Global 1! We hope to see you and your friends again on February 19, 2012, for Winterman III.

2011 Somersault Events - Entry Fee Discount Deadline - March 15th
Thank you to the thousands who have already entered an event in the 2011 Somersault Event Series. It promises to be a very busy season with all events ahead of last year’s record participation levels. The season begins on May 7th and ends on October 9th, featuring separate 21 events, more than 120 individual races, and a ton of competition categories. We think there truly is, an event and a category for everyone – from novice to veteran!

If you haven’t entered an event yet but are planning to, you can save 10% on the entry fee if you enter by March 15th. As a bonus, if you enter by March 15th you are also allowed to switch events or races at no extra transfer cost if your plans change during the year.

Check out the event calendars below for individual event information and entry forms:
Somersault Triathlons, Duathlons:
www.somersault.ca/triathlons.htm
Somersault SwimCycles: www.somersault.ca/triathlons.htm
Somersault Swims:
www.somersault.ca/swims.htm
Somersault Canoe & Kayak Triathlons: www.somersault.ca/kayak.htm
Somersault Runs:www.somersault.ca/runningevents.htm
Wylie Ryan Kids Events: www.somersault.ca/kidsevents.htm

Multiple Event Package Deadline – March 15th
March 15th is the deadline for the Multiple Event Entry Package, which makes it easier to enter if you are entering more than one event. Go to www.eventsonline.ca/ if you are entering more than one event, and process all your entries with one transaction.

Gift Certificate Deadline – March 15th
Yep, March 15th is also the deadline for purchasing gift certificates for friends, or family members, or yourself. If you aren't sure which event your gift recipient would like to enter, you can purchase a gift certificate and they can decide later. Gift certificates are not available after March 15th, so purchase yours now at www.somersault.ca/giftcertificates.htm, and enjoy the 10% savings.

Month of May Kick Off Events
Our schedule kicks off on May 7th. May events are listed below, along with the web site for each, in case you want more information on them, or you wish to enter.
May 7 - Cumberland Duathlon & Relays: www.somersault.ca/eventcumberlanddu.htm
May 8 - Place d’Orleans Mothers Day Runs: www.somersault.ca/eventorleansruns.htm
May 8 Wylie Ryan Mothers Day 1Km for Kids: www.somersault.ca/eventaustinwylie.htm
May 21 - Early Bird Triathlon, Duathlon, & Relays: www.somersault.ca/eventearlybird.htm
May 21 - Colonel By Classic Run: www.somersault.ca/eventcolonelbyruns.htm
May 21 – Wylie Ryan Dow’s Lake Kids 1Km: www.somersault.ca/eventwylieryandowslake.htm

Champions Challenge 2011
The popular Champions Challenge (CC) including the Junior Champions Challenge is back again in 2011. The CC is a friendly competitive program offered in each of the 2011 Somersault Triathlon, Duathlon, Canoe/Kayak Triathlon, Swim, and Run Series. The CC allows those who participate in 3 or more Somersault events to compare themselves to others in their age, gender, or weight category, for year end awards and bragging rights. You can get more information on the CC and check out the rankings in each sport by going to www.somersault.ca/championships.htm.

Wylie Ryan Kids’ Events and Wylie Ryan Kids Spring Half Marathon Program
The Wylie Ryan event program for kids 11 years and younger is going strong again in 2011. Almost all adult events are accompanied by a Wylie Ryan kids' event, which only cost $12. Participants receive a souvenir shirt, a finish medal (if they finish), chip timed results, refreshments, a downloadable certificate, and a chance at draw prizes. Wylie Ryan distances are 2Km or less in length, and moms, dads, or older siblings can run along with the kids’ for free if they require company. Check out the Wylie Ryan Event Series at www.somersault.ca/kidsevents.htm.

A home or school based running program leading up to the Wylie Ryan Mothers Day 1Km www.somersault.ca/eventaustinwylie.htm, may be just the thing to get your kids involved, and allow them to complete a Half Marathon over the 1 month period leading up to Mothers Day. Check out the Wylie Ryan Kids Half Marathon program at www.somersault.ca/kidshalfmarathonprogram.htm

RUN4FUN event at your Children’s School
RUN4FUN is a school based, curriculum supported physical education event activity. It is held at the school, usually during the school day, and it encourages teachers, parents, caregivers, older siblings, and neighbours to join in and participate. RUN4FUN is a true school community event that can benefit a school, its students, teachers, and families in many ways. The “4” stands for Fun, Family, Friends, and Funds. Check it out at www.somersault.ca/run4fun.htm. A RUN4FUN may be a great activity for your local school.

Confirmed 2011 Sponsors - An Invitation to New Sponsors
We welcome the many 2011 sponsors listed below, and would like to invite interested others to contact Terry, at terry@somersault.ca to learn how you can become a sponsor/supporter of the most popular event series in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, and the National Capital Region – the Somersault Event Series.

Current sponsors include: eLoad Sport Nutrition, Beacon Lite, Imperial Barber Shop, Bagel Bagel, PECCO's, ZoomPhoto.com, Cyclelogik, Nineteen Wetsuits, CHIMO Hotel, Eurotrishop.com, Place d'Orleans, RunnersWeb.com, RunningSkirts, Taste of Nature, IRun Magazine, and Popeye's Supplements

Official Charities, and Clubs of the 2011 Events
Somersault events are able to provide support to many important non-profit organizations each year – either as official event charities, and/or as service providers to events. The Somersault Event Series “Charities” approach is outlined on our web site at www.somersault.ca/eventsfundraising.htm for your information.

Organizations that might be interested in associating with an event in the Somersault Event Series should contact Terry, at terry@somersault.ca.

The organizations, to which we have committed so far in 2011, include:
Cumberland Duathlon - KidSport Ottawa, and Canadian Ski Patrol
Place d'Orleans Mothers Day Runs - Cumberland Panthers, KidSport Ottawa, Canadian Ski Patrol, and many minor sport organizations
Early Bird Triathlon - Bytown Triathlon Team, Somerset West Community Health Centre, Canadian Ski Patrol, & KidSport Ottawa
Colonel By Classic Run - Somerset West Community Health Centre, Canadian Ski Patrol, & KidSport Ottawa
Ottawa River Triathlon - KidSport Ottawa, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Search & Rescue Global 1
Britannia Beach Run - KidSport Ottawa, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Search & Rescue Global 1
Emilie’s Run - KidSport Ottawa, & Canadian Ski Patrol
Smiths Falls Triathlon - RedHawks Athletics, Canadian Ski Patrol, & YAK
Smiths Falls Figure Eight Run - RedHawks Athletics, Canadian Ski Patrol, & YAK
Sydenham Triathlon - Sydenham Legion, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Cataraqui Trail Association
Sydenham Lakeside Run - Sydenham Legion, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Cataraqui Trail Association
Graham Beasley Triathlon - Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce, Search & Rescue Global 1, Canadian Ski Patrol, & CP & District Hospital Foundation
Carleton Place Heritage Run - Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Carleton Place & District Hospital Foundation
National Capital Triathlon - Bytown Triathlon Team, KidSport Ottawa, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Camp Quality
National Capital Run - Bytown Triathlon Team, KidSport Ottawa, Canadian Ski Patrol, & Camp Quality
Thousand Islands Triathlon - Brockville & Area YMCA, & Canadian Ski Patrol
Brockville Downtown Run - Brockville & Area YMCA, & Canadian Ski Patrol
Canadian Iron 226 Triathlon - Carefor Health & Community Services, Search & Rescue Global 1, Canadian Ski Patrol, & KidSport Ottawa
Canadian Marathon, Half Marathon, 8Km, & 3Km Run - Carefor H&CS, Search & Rescue Global 1, Canadian Ski Patrol, & KidSport Ottawa
Fall Colours Duathlon - KidSport Ottawa, & Canadian Ski Patrol
Ottawa Fall Colours Marathon, Half Marathon, 10Km, 5Km, & 3Km Run - KidSport Ottawa, Search & Rescue Global 1, & Canadian Ski Patrol

We wish you all a great 2011 Somersault Event Series year!

Cheers!
Terry and Christine
Somersault Event Series
www.somersault.ca
"events for everyone... from start to finish"