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ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO KNOW AND FOLLOW ALL RULES
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MANDATORY GEAR
Mandatory equipment of the participant may be checked in the starting area before the start of the event. You can download the Mandatory gear list DOWNLOAD HERE.
Participants missing required equipment, either at the start or during the event, will be disqualified and will not be eligible to receive a HIGHLANDER Pin, Patch, and Certificate.
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MINOR PARTICIPANTS
Minors at the event are permitted, always with a parent/guardian and submit the required forms below.
Please download the document attached below, fill in the document with the necessary information, and save it as a PDF. Once the PDF is ready, please send it through to experience@highlanderaustralia.com.au
Highlander Consent for minor* participants Form
*from 14 years old (on the first day of the event)
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TEAM RULES
When joining HIGHLANDER Adventure in a team, the group must cross the Finish Line within a time difference of no more than 30 minutes from the first to the last group member to be qualified.
Some of the equipment can be shared in a group of maximum 4 people. Participants sharing equipment must inform the organising staff during Registration.
List of share equipment:
- Tent
- Portable stove (gas / gasoline / alcohol)
- Compass
- First-aid supplies (bandages, adhesive tape, adhesive bandages, stretch bandages, sterile gauze, antiseptic, repellent, pain relievers)
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LEAVE NO TRACE
Highlander Australia is committed to protecting the environment and follows the "Leave No Trace" principles. These guidelines promote responsible outdoor practices that help minimise our impact on nature and ensure the places we explore remain pristine for future generations.
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
This involves researching the area, understanding regulations, and preparing for potential challenges like weather conditions and wildlife encounters. - Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Stick to established trails, campsites, and durable surfaces like rock or gravel to avoid damaging vegetation and soil. - Dispose of Waste Properly
Pack out all trash, food scraps, and human waste. Use designated toilets where provided or bury waste properly if necessary. - Leave What You Find
Don't collect natural items like rocks, plants, or artifacts. Leave them undisturbed for others to enjoy. - Minimize Campfire Impacts
Use a lightweight stove for cooking and minimize the use of campfires. If building a campfire, use established fire rings or pits and ensure it is completely extinguished before leaving. - Respect Wildlife
Observe wildlife from a distance, avoid feeding them, and store food securely to prevent attracting them. - Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Respect the experience of other visitors by keeping noise levels down and being mindful of shared spaces.
Litter
We believe our participants love and cherish nature and all its beauty. We know you wouldn’t litter, so please bring a waste bag for your litter.
Littering on and around trails, checkpoints, and mountain lodges is forbidden. Litterers will be disqualified and banned from applying to any future HIGHLANDER events.
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ADDITIONAL RULES
SAFETY
For your safety, all participants must have a first aid kit during our events. All first aid kits must include a snake bandage, and you need to know how to use it.
DOGS
Dogs are not allowed in Australian national parks and so cannot be on course.
MANDATORY PACKET PICKUP
A few days before the start of the event you will receive an email that will include your BIB number and the QR code you will be asked for at the Mandatory packet pickup.
In case you have additional luggage, please inform our staff about it during your check-in and they will explain the further steps.

