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Because of the unique nature of the race, certain conditions of entry apply. These have been put in place to protect you, the environment and the organisers.

1. You must be a fit and experienced mountain runner and/or tramper (hiker).

2. Your estimated time to complete this event must be less than 10 hours.

3. All individuals, and at least one member of each team, must have been over the route previously (running or tramping (hiking)). However you can contact the race director to seek an exemption.

4. Individual entrants must have competed previously in a team and/or be an experienced mountain runner where your entry will be accepted at the discretion of the race director.

5. Participants enter with the full knowledge of the inherent risks, danger and hazards involved.

6. In the event of bad weather the race will be postponed to the following day.

7. Organisers reserve the right to stage an alternative race if conditions are not suitable.

8. Entries close 1:00 AM - 1 March. Late entries will be accepted (preferably online) up to midnight of the Wednesday before race weekend, but not on race day.

9. Competitors must carry or risk disqualification: a windproof and waterproof jacket & overtrousers, full set of thermal underwear and spare top, warm hat, gloves, map and compass (one per team), survival blanket and food. We also recommend carrying water.

10. Race numbers must be clearly visible at all times.

11. Competitors must respect the environment (i.e. no litter to be left anywhere) and be aware of and courteous to other track users.

12. Participants must be over 18 years of age on race day.

13. Please give assistance to any other participant, or race marshal (they will be wearing a vest labelled SAR) who is injured or needing help. Report this to the nearest checkpoint. Your split time will be adjusted.

14. If you are a full time tertiary student or a level equivalent wage earner then you are eligible for the discount entry fee. You must supply proof attached to the entry form.

Entry details

Entry forms are due October 22. However late entries will be accepted until Wednesday November 2. Refunds will be given for any cancellation received by October 22.

Confirmation of entry, registration details and handicap start times will be notified by email upon receipt of your entry.

The race fee includes refreshments and food throughout the course at different checkpoints, race results, a certificate, a finish line photo and a BBQ at prize giving at Kaitoke Forks.

Competitors must be familiar with the route, carry the required gear, be self sufficient.

Entry options

You can use one of the following options to enter this event:

Print out an entry form from here form

Fill out this form and mail it in. You have two methods of payment. See payment options below.

The entry form will also include the race information, conditions of entry and contact details.

Use the online entry form

You have 3 methods of payment. See payment options below.

Select the link above to process your entry.

NB. Before you submit your entry you can request a copy.

Entry fees –

The Southern Crossing is an event that for the last 21 years has been run by people that are passionate about mountain running in and around the greater Wellington region. With that in mind event costs for the Southern Crossing have been kept as low as possible.

Individual: $85
Team: $160
Low income / student: $65
Late entry: $20 payable after 1:00 AM - 23 October