Multiplex Avon Descent - Northam

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The Multiplex Avon Descent presents a serious challenge and is a prized trophy to those who have been victorious. Participants challenge the Avon and Swan Rivers in a variety of paddle and power craft in an exciting two-day time trial over 133 gruelling kilometres. The Avon Descent offers competitors conditions ranging from long stretches of flat water that can test the endurance of the fittest athlete through to rapids, sure to test the skills of all who attempt to navigate their unknown contours.

The Avon Descent passes through some of Western Australia’s most picturesque country, including the farming regions of historic Northam and Toodyay, forested national parks, steep gorges, the Swan Valley vineyard region and eventually the tidal waters of the upper Swan River.

Dates for 2008 are are 2nd & 3rd August and will not be delayed if late rains are forecast. Please see website closer to the event. http://www.avondescent.com.au

Whats close?

accommodation

15.2 kms   York Cottages
15.7 kms   Faversham House York

attractions

0.1 kms   White Swans
0.1 kms   Broome Terrace Picnic Area
0.1 kms   Avon River
0.1 kms   Avon Valley Information Centre Building
0.1 kms   Suspension Bridge
0.2 kms   Northam Historic Town Walk
0.2 kms   Northam Town Hall
0.3 kms   Bernard Park
0.4 kms   Apex Park
0.4 kms   Police Station & Courthouse Northam
0.5 kms   St Johns Church
0.7 kms   St James Anglican Church
1.0 kms   Old Railway Station Museum
1.0 kms   Morby Cottage
1.2 kms   Morrell Memorial
1.5 kms   Graves of First Pioneers
11.5 kms   Jennacubbine Catholic Church
12.9 kms   Katrine Barn
13.1 kms   Rivermist Alpacas
13.2 kms   St Saviours Church Katrine
15.5 kms   Avon Ascent
15.7 kms   Uniting Church - York
15.7 kms   York War Memorial Swimming Pool
8.6 kms   Pioneer Memorial

events

0.2 kms   Northam Motorcycle Festival
3.5 kms   Avon Valley Rocks Concert

information

0.2 kms   Northam Visitor Centre

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