Prologue
The Prologue marks the official start of the Junior World Adventure Racing Championship.
This is an introductory route of approximately 20 km, comprising two parts:
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the Desjardins Youth Raid intended for young people aged 13 to 17
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the Senior Raid for those aged 55 and over
The Prologue is a mandatory step for international athletes who are paired with teams from the Desjardins Youth Raid.
The athletes act as guides and mentors, sharing their experience and know-how while discovering the cultural and human richness of the territory.
This day launches the adventure under the banner of intergenerational encounters, mutual support, and discovery.

Desjardins Youth RAID
The course combines trail running, cycling, canoeing, rope challenges, and orienteering in a safe and supervised environment. Each team is paired with an international team for an introductory adventure racing experience.
Registration | Dates
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Registration will be open from March 1, 2026
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Registration website link: Youth Registration
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The pre-selection of teams will be carried out with all partners in the project.
Team | Category
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Team of 2 (mixed, female, male)
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Age requirement: from 13 to 17 years old.
Selection | Costs
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Témiscamingue Youth Team: Free registration
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Team outside Témiscamingue: Cost: $50 CAD per team.
Motivation | Materials
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Having a taste for challenge and teamwork
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Have a bike, a helmet and clothing suitable for the race and the weather conditions.
Calendar | Schedule
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Friday, July 24 – Prologue / Start of the Desjardins Youth Raid

Senior Raid
The Senior Raid offers a unique opportunity to experience the spirit of adventure racing in an accessible, inclusive and friendly format.
Participants aged 55 and over follow the same circuit as young people and international athletes, in a self-contained format.
Registration | Dates
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Registration will be open as of March 1, 2026
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Registration website link: SENIOR REGISTRATION
Team | Category
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Team of 2 or 3 (mixed, female, male)
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1 category of 55 years and over on the date of the event.
Selection | Costs
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20 Teams : cost $60 CAD per person.
Motivation | Materials
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Having a taste for challenge and teamwork
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Have a bike, a helmet and clothing suitable for the race and the weather conditions.
Calendar | Schedule
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Friday, July 24 – Prologue / Start of the Senior Raid







