The Canola Carnival will again this year offer several adventurous events to take part in. All outdoor events will take place on Saturday, 6 August 2011. Most of the routes trial through the picturesque Marloth- and Bontebok Nature reserves, or is set on scenic farms and around the Buffeljags Dam. This offers competitors the perfect opportunity to grasp some fresh air and enjoy the lovely Swellendam environment whilst partaking in an event.

2011 Adventures:

• MTB

  There are three routes available: 55km, 35km and 10km. All route participants can look forward to a scenic, yet challenging route through the Marloth Nature Reserve, situated at the foothills of the Langeberg Range. The routes include gravel roads, jeep tracks and roughly 4km of amazing single-track in the forest.The 55km include Bontebok National Park and is largely semi-technical, aimed at the fit and more experienced rider. It is a circular route finishing where it started. There are no loops or parts of the route that are ridden twice.The 25km promises an easier ride, but is not recommended for beginners due to the climbing involved. For beginners and not so fit riders, the organisers recommend the 10km route.

  Starting Times:

  • 55km – 9h00
  • 35km – 9h15
  • 10km – 9h30

  Place: Berg Street (please park at the Powell sports grounds in Church Street)

  Cost: to be confirmed

  The prize giving and cut off is at 13:00 on the street stage in front of Seeff.

  For online entries visit www.pedalpower.org.za or contact Erenst Jordaan at 082 380 0272.

• Marathon – 21.5km and 5km Fun Run

  The 21.5km route runs through the Hermitage and Marloth Park Nature Reserve. The fun run is a short picturesque walk or slow paced run to enjoy.

  Starting Time:

  • 21.5km – 8h00
  • 5km – 8h15

  Place: Berg Street (please park at the Powell sports grounds in Church Street)

  Cost:

  • 5km R15
  • 21.5km R40

  The prize giving will take place at 12:00 on the street stage in front of Seeff.

  For more information contact Willem Hough at 083 287 6952.

• 4 x 4 route

  The grade three classification route will take approximately four hours to finish. The route is set at the foot of the Langeberg mountains.

  Starting Time: 7h00
  Place: Monendal 4×4 Route, 6km out on the R60 between Swellendam & Ashton
  Cost: R250 per vehicle

  The prize giving will take place at 17h00 on the street stage in front of Seeff. For more information contact Bertus 082 350 7221 / Jaco 072 347 2043 or send an email to bertus@monendal4x4.co.za. www.monendal4x4.co.za

• Extreme 4×4 – Provincial Championships

  The WCCC (Western Cape Challenge Club) is proud to host the 4th Round of the 4×4 Extreme Championship at the Canola Carnival

  The WCCC (Western Cape Challenge Club) is a member of Motorsport South Africa which organizes and hosts the 4×4 Extreme Challenge Series in the Western Cape. We have 6 events per year consisting of 10 extreme obstacles that our competitors need to traverse for points which count towards the Club Championship. The competitors enter in seven different categories ranging between standard street going vehicles to super modified hand build “monsters’.

  All cars are build according to the rules and regulations of Motorsport SA and the officials of MSA make sure that everyone, competitors and spectators are safe.
  This is definitely an adrenalin fun filled sport for the whole family.

  For more information contact Marie Naude 083 725 4140 or visit our website www.wccc4x4.co.za

• Disability Drive – wheelchair races, etc

  • 5km fun walk for the disabled. Starting time 8h00 entry free
  • Wheelchair street mile(2.2km) Two categories, contestant on his own, contestant pushed by somebody.Starting time 12h30 at Powell House. Entry free.

  Wheel chair event prizes:

  Prizes in each category: 1ste prize R2500, 2de prize R1500, 3de prize R1000.00

• Exploring the area in your own time

  Please visit www.swellendamtourism.co.za for more information on our exciting area and places of interest

  Marloth Park

  Bontebok Park

  Numerous museums.

  Umshanti

  SUNSET CRUISE: Saterdag 6 Augustus @ 15h30 – R60.00 p/p. R30.00 kids onder 12jr.
  BREAKFAST CRUISE: Sondag 7 Augustus @ 10h00 – R110 p/p. R55.00 kids onder 12jr
  FUFFI-SLIDE: (220m + 45m high) – R50.00
  canoeiing, hiking and cycling, barch-cruises.