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| THE FACTS, JUST THE FACTS | | | We’ve had some questions posed to us, plus we’ve come up with some we expect are on your mind as you make plans to attend the International Women Riders Congress and Festival. Please review the “Frequently Asked Questions” below ... if you have others, please don’t hesitate to pose them to "iwcf-at-motorcycling.ca" – and remember to check back for our response! | | | Where is Deerhurst Resort? | | Deerhurst Resort is in Huntsville, Ontario, Canada – approximately 3 hours north of Toronto in the heart of some of Ontario’s finest roads and picturesque riding. Click on our Map (Note: distances with be in kilometres <km>) | |
Distance from: City | Kilometers (mi x 1.6) | Miles (km x .625) | Montreal | 575 | 360 | Ottawa | 380 | 235 | Winnipeg | 1,850 | 1,150 | Niagara Falls | 340 | 200 | Detroit | 570 | 350 | NYC | 1,000 | 620 | Cleveland | 678 | 420 | Washington DC | 1,000 | 625 | Chicago | 1,035 | 640 | Minneapolis | 1,450 | 900 |
| | How do I get there? | | | Deerhurst is readily accessible from all directions. The distances above reflect the most direct route that may involve major highways. In the coming months, we will be posting alternative routes following paved secondary routes through some of Ontario’s scenic countryside. | For the time being, we have shown the destination on our map. You can plug in your location and get a good idea of the route. | | Those of you with GPS units can program in their address as: | Deerhurst Resort
1235 Deerhurst Drive
Huntsville, Ontario, Canada, P1H 2E8 | | | How do I register for the Congress? | | Visit the IWCF registration page to view the registration fee schedule and determine which category of membership applies to you. | To obtain the Member rate, join [the MCC first. If you are not sure of your membership status, contact our office. U.S. residents who are members of the AMA also benefit from reduced registration fees (join AMA) | | Then, either download a registration form to be mailed/faxed to the MCC Office, or simply proceed to the appropriate section to instantly and securely register on-line. | | How do I become an MCC member in order to access the preferred registration rates? | | | | We have now introduced an even greater benefit that your group members can enjoy by belonging to MCC – whether your organization is based in Canada or the US. If your organization is international, membership rates will be based on the number of Canadian members but ALL members can enjoy reduced event registration fees.
| | | What is included in the Congress registration fee? | | ♦Opening Ceremonies, Beach BBQ & Entertainment
♦Entrance to conference activities – i.e. workshops, seminars, demo rides
♦Closing Ceremonies, Dinner, Entertainment
♦Congress and Festival DVD with photographs
♦Motorcycle Touring routes for use before or after the event
♦Conference room rates at Deerhurst Resort, 3 days before and after event (depending on availability)
♦…and much more | | | What type of Congress activities will be held? | | | We are putting together an action-packed program that we know you will enjoy and will enable you to make the most of your visit – from start to finish. Best of all, there is lots of choice and still time to ride and network. | The IWCF will be educational and festive – featuring networking opportunities, organized tours, educational programs, maintenance workshops, safety programs, a charity trail ride, skills challenges, demo rides and entertainment.
| | Expect a preliminary program to be posted on our website the 3rd week of March. | | | How do I make a hotel reservation? | | Contact Deerhurst’s Reservations Department at 1-800-461-4393. Let them know you are attending the IWCF to get the preferred rate we have negotiated. | Please read the booking information on our IWCF page prior to making your reservation.
| | Is camping available nearby?
| | There are two fabulous Provincial Parks – both with outstanding camping facilities. Arrowhead Provincial Park is the closest; world famous Algonquin Park has numerous campsites along the Highway 60 corridor – approximately 1 hour beautiful ride. You will need to make reservations at either location. | | Camping spots in August go quickly; you are encouraged to make reservations in mid-March when the parks reservation system opens online registration at 5 months preceding your arrival date. | | | What amenities are available in the vicinity? | | Lots. Deerhurst is located in the heart of one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ontario. Check out the on-site activities. You can even take a virtual tour or have an aerial view of the property. | There is a plethora of other activities in the area. We encourage you to extend your stay – either before or after the IWCF. Download the Visitor’s Guide for more information. | | | Can I bring my spouse or other male participants? | | | Yes. Our theme is One World, One Ride. Subsequently, we are welcoming riders who are men, women, in age from teens to teens at heart and from all disciplines of riding. | | | What type of security will be provided onsite? | | | The resort has its own Security team who patrol the grounds regularly. | | | Is there access to medical care at the resort? / in the community? | | Huntsville District Memorial Hospital – 15 minutes from Deerhurst – is a 76-bed community hospital with a 24-hour Emergency Department.
| | If you are visiting from outside of Ontario, check to make sure that your health care insurance provides you with out-of-province or out-of-country coverage. | | | Are there motorcycle (mechanical) services available in the vicinity? | | | A list of the nearest service areas will be posted prior to the event. | | | Will I be able to rent a motorcycle? | | | Harley-Davidson motorcycles will be available for rent from The Shop in Sudbury. Make your reservation now! | | | Do I need a passport? | | | Yes. Visitors arriving from outside of Canada will need a valid passport or Nexus card (US) to gain entry into Canada and then again to return to your home country. | | If you haven’t already done so, apply now. The application process can be backlogged and it may take more time than you expect. | For the most current information, check with the customs regulations for your own country. US residents can click here for either passport or Nexus card online applications. | |
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| | | | .jpg) | |  | | | | Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Annual Induction Banquet and Reunion - November 6th, 2010, Burnaby, BC | | | | Markham, Ontario, Canada June 10, 2010 The Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame (CMHF), announces eight individuals, one family and two groups to be inducted at the fifth annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet & Reunion, to be held November 6, 2010 at the Delta Burnaby Hotel and Conference Centre in Burnaby (Vancouver) BC. | | | "This is the first year the event has been held outside of Toronto, and we are delighted to be able to honour westerners with an event in the west" says John Cooper, Chair of the Foundation. "The enthusiasm for recognizing exceptional Canadian contributions to motorcycling is growing, and our slate this year continues to portray that excellence. Now entering its fifth year, the Induction Banquet and Reunion is THE motorcycling social event of the year." |
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| | The Results Are In! Off-Road Vehicle Riding Is Good For Your Body and Soul |
|  | | Toronto, Ontario, August 26, 2010 –The Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) and its funding partners the All-Terrain Quad Council of Canada (AQCC), the Motorcyclist Confederation of Canada (MCC) and the government of Nova Scotia have received the first of four reports from York University, confirming that riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road motorcycles (ORMs) is good for your body and soul. | | | "Jamie F. Burr, Veronica K. Jamnik, Jim A. Shaw and Professor Norman Gledhill at York University’s Physical Activity and Chronic Disease Unit, Faculty of Health conducted the study. The purpose of the research -- to characterize the physiological demands of recreational off-road vehicle (ORV) riding under typical ORV riding conditions using habitual recreation ORV riders. | |
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The European Motorcyclists' Forum and the 1st International Motorcyclists' Conference - An Overwhelming Success!
| On June 28-29, 2010, the Federation of European Motorcyclists' Associations (FEMA) successfully organized groundbreaking events in Brussels, Belgium: the European Motorcyclists' Forum, the 1st International Motorcyclists' Conference, which together gathered over 230 participants, plus the 13th edition of the MEP-Ride. Organized in partnership with the Australian Motorcycle Council (AMC) and the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada (MCC), with the support of the European Commission, the objective of these activities was to open a fruitful dialogue between the users, the industry, the research community, and especially with politicians and government representatives. Altogether the three motorcyclists organizations have, as directly affiliated members, almost five hundred thousand (500.000) power two-wheeler (PTW) users from around the world. Read More | |
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