Rally of the Tall Pines 2023 Official Event Program

THE 2023

RALLY OF THE

Tall Pines

NOVEMBER 24-25, 2023, BANCROFT, ONTARIO

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THE LINCOLN ELECTRIC RALLY OF THE TALL PINES PROGRAM

4.............................. Welcome Letter 6.............................. Event Schedule 8....................................... Start Order 10................... Rally 101: CRC Primer 12.............. Past Tall Pines Winners 14, 16, 18 & 20......Spectator Maps 15...........................Town of Bancroft T:10.75"

B:11.25"

S:9.5"

At the 2022 edition of Tall Pines, Jérome Mailloux (right) and Phillippe Poirier (left) won the race and secured the Canadian Rally Championship. The two are also featured on the cover.

Photos by Rob Sztuka

Organizers CORE COMMITTEE Co-ordinator: Bruce Leonard Assistant Co-ordinator: Ian Wright & Mike Koch Clerk of the Course: Ross Wood Sponsorship: Ian Wright ADMINISTRATION Admin Co-ordinator: Jane Leonard Registrar: Christina Thomlinson Supplementary Regulations: Bruce Leonard Treasurer: Jane Leonard Media Manager: Ian Wright Media Registrar: Jane Leonard Awards: Bruce Leonard Webmaster: Ian Lalonde Green Issues: Bruce Leonard Graphic Design: Anthony Tremblay Announcer: Jim Kenzie COMPETITION/KEY Assistant Clerk of the Course: Dave Cotie Routemaster: Ian LaLonde Chief Safety Officer: Ian Lalonde Chief Radio Marshal: Ross Wood Scoring Manager: Bruce Leonard Chief Scorer: J-George Marcotte Assistant Scorer: Roger Sanderson Competitor Relations Manager: Nancy Haywood Chief Scrutineer: Warren Haywood

21................. Tall Pines 2022 Recap & CRC 2023 Event Updates 22........... Directions to the Stages

COMPETITION/SUPPORT Rally Equipment Manager: Doug Edwards Route Books Production: Ian Lalonde Worker Registration: Ross Wood & Greg McGrath Worker Registration Manager: Jane Leonard Worker Accommodations: Jane Leonard Sweep: Jenn Murray & Kevin Heisterman HQ/Service Setup Manager: Gary Tomlinson MARKETING/PROMOTIONS Sponsorship: Ian Wright Media Relations: Ian Wright VIP Program Co-ordinator: Evan Munroe

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Welcome to Bancroft, Rally Fans 2023 RALLY OF THE TALL PINES – 52 YEARS AND COUNTING Story by Bruce Leonard, Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines Coordinator n behalf of Maple Leaf Rally Club and our sponsors, welcome to the 2023 Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines in Bancroft, Ontario. We are pleased that the Town of Bancroft is our host sponsor once again. We always enjoy the friendly hospitality and wide range of services that Bancroft has to offer, and encourage all our visitors to enjoy the facilities available in town, not only during the rally, but also during the many other events Bancroft hosts throughout the year.

We very much appreciate the support and enthusiasm Bancroft provides to the rally; it is a major part of the success of the Rally of the Tall Pines.

In addition to the Town, Lincoln Electric returns as our title sponsor for the sixth year. Lincoln Electric is a leading global supplier of welding and cutting equipment as well as welding consumables.

They will have their display truck on show in the Service Park and Iron Bridge spectator area during the event, so please check out the excellent products and services they have to offer.

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THE CHAMPIONSHIPS The Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines is a part of four Rally Championships: the Canadian National Rally Championship, the North American Rally Championship, the Ontario Regional Rally Championship and the Eastern Canadian Rally Championship. Within the championships are the divisions of Overall Driver and Codriver, Two-Wheel-Drive Driver and Codriver, Novice Driver, and the classes of Production 4WD and Production 2WD. With one event to go in the Canadian Rally Championship after Tall Pines, Jean-Sebastien Besner leads the Overall standings with 50 points, with Alexandre Moreau just 9 points behind. Marc-Andre Brisebois and Simon Vincent are tied for third with 30 points.

With 22 points awarded for a win, any of these four drivers could emerge at the top of the standings after this rally. Anything can happen in a rally, and usually does.

In the National Two-Wheel-Drive championship, Chris Greenhouse leads with 68 points in his Dodge Neon SRT4. His 15-point lead over Kurtis Duddy in the Nissan Sentra is not insurmountable.

The battle for National Novice Driver has Duddy just behind William Pardiac in points, while Vincent Trudel has Production 4WD sewn up tight. Rod Jones hopes to win National Production 2WD with his Mazda 3.

In the Ontario Performance Rally Championship, Emmanuel Cecchet leads in Overall ahead of Vincent Trudel, with Mark Toufanov leading 2WD over Grant Rawcliffe. The competition among the Novice drivers in OPRC is tight, with Michel Drapeau just 3 points up on Toufanov.

Conditions at Tall Pines have always been a challenge. It’s always been advised that a team needs to bring every tire they have to Pines. It could be icy in the morning, mild and sloppy in the afternoon, and freezing again for the night stages.

The tight schedule over this one-day rally will push all teams’ endur4 Rally of the Tall Pines Program

(Above) Jean-Sebastien Besner leads the CRC Overall standings heading to Tall Pines. (Below) Tall Pines merchandise, featuring the image below, will be available at multiple locations.

Photo by Clement Tavernier / CARSRally.ca

ance to the limit. Expect to see great competition throughout the field as teams battle for championships, points and bragging rights on these incredible roads. Tall Pines has been described as the toughest one-day rally in North America.

TALL PINES MERCHANDISE Be a part of the event with our Rally of the Tall Pines tees and hoodies, which will be on sale at Rally HQ at the Dungannon Recreation Centre and at the Iron Bridge spectator stage. Please stop by and take home a T-shirt, hoodie or some Tall Pines stickers.

We contribute to support the Bancroft Area Stewardship Council tree planting program, so there can be more ‘Tall Pines’ in the future, (250 white pines planted this year) and we use compostable products where possible and encourage our suppliers, competitors and spectators to do the same.

We are grateful to: the Town of Bancroft, the Townships of Wollaston, Limerick, Faraday, and Tudor & Cashel; the Municipality of Marmora & Lake; and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry for granting us permission to use their roads.

And many thanks to the Watters and Tait families for allowing us to use a portion of their properties for viewing; please respect all the areas that you are spectating at. Thanks also to M&M Esso for allowing us the use of their facility for tech inspection.

Of course, we couldn’t put on this event without our sponsors and the 200+ volunteers who make the Tall Pines the special event that it has become. Thanks to them, and to you, the spectator – welcome back! TP

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Schedule

SPECTATOR SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023

WHEN (1)

WHERE (2)

WHAT GOES ON

8:15 a.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

PARC EXPOSÉ: Check out the competition vehicles, up close and personal, while they are still shiny and ready for action! Walk among the cars and talk to the crews before they start the rally.

A good autograph and photo opportunity!

9:01 a.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

CEREMONIAL START OF THE RALLY – FIRST CAR AWAY: All the competitors are introduced as they depart from the Start Ramp. Another great photo opportunity!

9:40 a.m.

Iron Bridge Spectator Area

STAGE A2 / OLD DETLOR NORTH: Don’t miss the first pass of the cars (northbound) at this prominent spectator point.

11:15 a.m.

Iron Bridge Spectator Area

STAGE A4 / IRON BRIDGE NORTH 1: Catch the second pass of the cars at this spot. The stage has changed from A2 for the competitors, prior to this point.

11:40 a.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

SERVICE #1: The competitors return to the Rec. Centre for their first Service opportunity. They will have 30 minutes to work on their cars.

12:45 p.m.

Iron Bridge Spectator Area

STAGE B5 / IRON BRIDGE NORTH 2: Catch the third pass of the cars. This time they also run northbound. Which run was faster?!

1:30 p.m.

Bancroft

TAKE A BREAK: Visit the charming town of Bancroft, just minutes away, and enjoy the hospitality and shopping! You might want to get snacks and a warm meal, before the evening stages.

3:40 p.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

SERVICE #2: The competitors will have 30 minutes to work on their cars again at this second service stop.

4:30 p.m.

Detlor Crossing Spectator Area

STAGES C9 & C10 / OLD DETLOR NIGHT 1 & 2: You can catch the cars here for two passes heading north. These stages run back-to-back, so stay for both!!!

4:30 p.m.

Tait Farm Spectator Area

STAGES C9 & C10 / OLD DETLOR NIGHT 1 & 2: This is a second spectator spot for these two stages!! It is active at the same time as the Detlor Crossing. Both spots should provide highaction!

6:00 p.m.

Bancroft

TAKE A BREAK: Time to warm up and get a hot meal in Town! You might want to get more snacks and hot drinks, before the last evening stage.

8:00 p.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

SERVICE #3: The competitors will have 30 minutes to work on their cars for this LAST service stop.

9:15 p.m.

Lower Turriff Triangle Spectator Area

STAGE C15 LOWER TURRIFF: This is the second last stage in the rally. But it is the first time this stage has run eastbound and in the dark! See who is really pushing for the win! But you will need to get there early, before the road is closed!

10:20 p.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

FINISH OF THE RALLY: The cars start to roll into the Finish. Check out the amazing machines and crews that made it to the end!

11:15 p.m.

Dungannon Rec. Centre / Rally HQ

VICTORY PODIUM: About half an hour after the last car reaches the Finish, the scoring team usually has enough information to decide on the top three competitors. Celebrate with the National and Regional winners… watch out for the champagne spray!

(1) This is the latest time you should arrive, in order to catch all the action. To get a good spot, you should arrive earlier, as these areas get very busy! Times may change as the rally progresses.

(2) See the Spectator Area maps and directions to find these locations.

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Start Order *ACCURATE AT PRESS – VISIT TALLPINESRALLY.COM FOR MORE Start Order

Car Num.

Driver Driver Class Hometown

1

1

Expert

Jean-Sébastien Besner Montreal, QC

2

2

Expert

3

3

4

Event

Vehicle Year

Yvan Joyal Montreal, QC

Both

2017

Ford

Fiesta R5

O4WD

Alexandre Moreau Saint-Amable, QC

Ian Guité Rimouski, QC

National

2007

Subaru

WRX STi

O4WD

Expert

Jérôme Mailloux Rimouski, QC

Philippe Poirier Lévis, QC

National

2014

Subaru

STi

O4WD

4

Expert

Marc-André Brisebois Mascouche, QC

Marie-France Desmarais Trepanier Chute-a-Blondeau, ON

National

2007

Subaru

Impreza

O4WD

5

5

Expert

André Leblanc New Richmond, QC

René Leblanc New Richmond, QC

National

2019

Ford

R2T2

O2WD

6

6

Expert

Jonathan Drake Kingston, ON

Zach Goldstein Farmington Hills, MI (USA)

Both

2001

Subaru

Impreza RS

O4WD

7

7

Expert

Sébastien Clark Brownsburg-Chatham, QC

Patrick Levesque Pointe aux Outardes, QC

Both

1998

Subaru

Impreza

O4WD

8

8

Expert

Crazy' Leo Urlichich Thornhill, ON

Sam Roxon Napanee, ON

National

2000

Ford

Focus ZX3

O2WD

9

9

Expert

Vincent Trudel Shannon, QC

Michael Szewczyk Calgary, AB

Both

2011

Subaru

Impreza WRX STi

P4WD

10

10

Novice

Jeremy Drake St. Anns, ON

Deric Jackson Kitchener, ON

Both

1999

Subaru

STi

O4WD

11

11

Expert

Chris Greenhouse Pittsburgh, PA (USA)

Ryan Scott Columbus, OH (USA)

National

2001

Dodge

Neon SRT4

O2WD

12

12

Expert

Trevor Pougnet Ottawa, ON

Ryan Rouleau Ottawa, ON

Both

2007

Subaru

WRX

P4WD

13

13

Expert

Emmanuel Cecchet Huntington, MA (USA)

Jonathan Desgroseilliers Longueuil, QC

Both

2004

Subaru

STi

O4WD

14

14

Novice

William Pardiac Causapscal, QC

Manuel Arsenault Caplan, QC

Both

2014

Subaru

TR-GRD

O4WD

15

15

Expert

Martin Donnelly Toronto, ON

Cez Maciocha Notre-Dame-de-L'Ile-Perrot, QC

Both

2008

Subaru

WRX

O4WD

16

16

Expert

Margaret Sharron Huntington, MA (USA)

Jennie Holden Riverside, RI (USA)

Both

2004

Subaru

STi

O4WD

17

17

Novice

François Rioux Val-d'Or, QC

Lyne Turgeon Val-d'Or, QC

Both

2002

Subaru

WRX

P4WD

18

18

Novice

Patrick Cyr Dundas, ON

Dan Cyr Mississauga, ON

National

2006

Saab

92x Turbo

O4WD

19

19

Novice

Zachary Bourassa Saint Andre Avellin, QC

Erika Séguin Thurso, QC

Regional

2002

Subaru

WRX

O4WD

20

20

Novice

Karianne Hubert Maniwaki, QC

Layla Zigby Ste-Catherine, QC

Regional

2007

Subaru

STi

O4WD

21

21

Novice

Michel Drapeau Brossard, QC

Jean-Sébastien Delisle Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC

Both

2002

Subaru

Impreza WRX STi

O4WD

22

22

Novice

Mark Toufanov London, ON

David Bell Baden, ON

Both

2013

Toyota

GT 86

O2WD

23

23

Novice

Michal Gielas Mississauga, ON

Jacek Gielas Mississauga, ON

Regional

1999

Subaru

Impreza 2.5 RS

P4WD

24

24

Expert

Tevfik Peker White Plains, NY (USA)

Jamie Beliveau Laconia, NH (USA)

National

2019

Ford

Fiesta ST

P2WD

25

25

Novice

Eric Vanderwal Brampton, ON

Alton Gonsalves Burlington, ON

Regional

2005

Mazda

RX8

P2WD

26

26

Novice

Jim Morton Woodstock, ON

Ian Lantz London, ON

Regional

2006

Mitsubishi

Lancer

O2WD

27

27

Novice

Grant Rawcliffe Breslau, ON

Brandon Pace Kitchener, ON

Both

2000

Ford

Focus

O2WD

NOTE: Order of cars in red will be by draw

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Co-Driver Hometown

Make

Model

Vehicle Class

Rally 101

GET UP TO SPEED ON THE INS AND OUTS OF RALLYSPORT With Files From Carsrally.ca ally tests competitors to the limits of their abilities. Day, night, rain, shine or blizzard, teams face a wide range of conditions while racing on challenging roads, with a route book as their road map. The competitive portions of rallies are “special stages” run on closed forest roads, which competitors must complete as quickly as possible. Stages are linked by transit sections, where all regular rules of the road are applied. Service breaks allow time for rest, repairs and meals. Rally teams consist primarily of a driver and a co-driver.

The driver has the obvious task – to drive fast. The co-driver keeps the team on time and on route, in addition to reading the notes during the stages to inform the driver of what lies ahead. The service crew also plays an important role by performing repairs and routine maintenance. Rally cars start out as regular road cars, but have extensive modifications to ensure they are safe, reliable and fast. Roll cages, safety harnesses, helmets and flame-retardant suits provide protection. Beefy suspensions soak up the bumps and jumps. Special tires offer greater traction on gravel and icy roads. Performance-enhancing modifications vary depending on the car’s class.

R

CAR CLASSES There are numerous classes that accommodate a range of cars and budgets. Rally cars are grouped into categories that separate them during competition. The Production category restricts teams to very few modifications, which allows competitive, low cost competition, while the Open category allows any car with virtually no restriction. Open is where most of the flame-spitting, high horsepower monsters compete. Production and Open class cars are then placed into Two-Wheel-Drive or Four-Wheel-Drive categories depending on their drivetrain.

WANT TO GET INVOLVED? You can volunteer. Organizers are usually looking for people to act as marshals and control workers. No experience is necessary and veteran rally marshals provide training. Volunteering at a rally is a great way to learn the inner workings of the sport. Or you can join a club. There are rally clubs in most Canadian and US cities that organize events for all skill levels and racing budgets. Often, experienced club members are happy to share advice with newcomers to the rally community.

SPECTATOR SAFETY Since performance rallies normally take place on forest roads in wilderness areas, persons attending the Rally of the Tall Pines do so entirely at their own risk. That being said, viewing the sport of rallying can become an interesting adventure in itself. We suggest that you prepare as if you were going for a walk in the woods. Take warm clothing and footwear, a camera, a watch, food and a flashlight. By observing the noted precautions, your day at the Rally of the Tall Pines should be both memorable and enjoyable.

Competitors will be travelling over a wide geographical area 10 Rally of the Tall Pines Program

The Tall Pines Rally is an experience for the senses.

Photo by Greg MacPherson

throughout the day. The high-speed, timed stages are held on closed, forest access roads. Organizers have set up specific spectator viewing areas along the rally route. Our spectator areas are among some of the best in North America and are the prime places to catch all of the action. Please remember that the spectator areas are on private property so please listen to the marshals, do not start campfires or litter, and help us to respect the landowners so that we may return in future years. Food vendors will be on-site at the spectator areas and will be providing hot food and beverages. Rally merchandise will also be on sale at the spectator areas. If you wish to purchase anything, please bring cash, as debit and credit are typically not accepted. Keep in mind that all local authorities and the Ontario Provincial Police are very familiar with the route of the rally. Play it safe, stick to the posted speeds and drive safely! Also note that no fires or camping are permitted at any of the spectator areas.

DRONES The liability insurance policy for the Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines does not include coverage for the use of drones. Use of such devices and all other unmanned aircraft of any kind is strictly prohibited along any of the routes or any of the facilities used by the rally, unless previously authorized in writing by the organizers of the rally.

SAFETY TIPS • Do not camp or start a fire at any of the spectator areas.

• Spectator areas are monitored by the OPP. • Do not stand too close to any of the roads.

• Do not block escape routes. Rally cars may need the runoff room and emergency vehicles need to have fast access to the road in case of an emergency.

• Never stand on the outside of corners.

• Never stand in areas marked with red prohibited area tape.

• Stay behind all yellow caution tape and safety fences.

They’re there for a reason.

• Never cross the stage road.

• Try to keep behind something solid, such as a large tree, and leave room to move quickly.

• Keep children under close supervision and dogs on a leash.

• Please listen to the marshals’ instructions.

• November weather in the Bancroft area can change very quickly. Be prepared for sun, rain, snow and cold.

• Bring chairs and sun block depending on the weather. TP

Winners PAST RALLY OF THE TALL PINES CHAMPIONS

YEAR ............................LOCATION ................. RALLY HQ ..................................... CO-ORDINATOR(S) .................... WINNERS ..........................VEHICLE MAKE 1971...............................Bramalea...................... City Centre......................................... G. McCallum ..................................... Medwell/Manson..................................Datsun 1972...............................Orillia............................... Canadian Legion ............................. G. McCallum ..................................... Vanier/Vanier.........................................Datsun 1973...............................Orillia............................... Sundial Resort.................................. G. McCallum ..................................... Vanier/Vanier.........................................Datsun 1974...............................Orillia............................... Sundial Resort.................................. J. Carr ................................................. Perusse/Bellefleur...................................... Fiat 1975...............................Orillia............................... Sundial Resort.................................. F. Baker .............................................. Buffum/Vicki......................................... Porsche 1976...............................Orillia .............................. Sundial Resort.................................. F. Baker .............................................. Heinonen/Burgess.............................Renault 1977...............................Peterb............................. Rockhaven.......................................... F. Baker .............................................. Heinonen/Burgess............................... Toyota 1978...............................Peterb. .......................... Rockhaven.......................................... F. Baker .............................................. Perusse/Bellefleur...................................... Fiat 1979...............................Peterb. .......................... Rockhaven.......................................... C. Castledine .................................... Heinonen/Burgess .............................. Toyota 1980...............................Peterb. .......................... Rockhaven.......................................... D. Samoyloff ..................................... Millen/Franchi .......................................Datsun 1981...............................Bancroft ....................... Byer’s Motors................................... R. Wood ............................................. Heinonen/Burgess .............................. Toyota 1982...............................Bancroft ....................... Byer’s Motors................................... R. Wood ............................................. Black/Burgess ......................................Datsun 1983...............................Peterb. .......................... Branscombe..................................... R. Wood ............................................. Anderson/Jackson .............................. Toyota 1984...............................Peterb. .......................... Branscombe..................................... R. Wood ............................................. Bendle/Amershi .................................... Toyota 1985...............................Peterb. .......................... Branscombe..................................... D. Castledine .................................... Bendle/Amershi .................................... Toyota 1986...............................Peterb. .......................... Rockhaven.......................................... R. Wood ............................................. Luttenberger/MacDonald.................Nissan 1987...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... R. Wood ............................................. Buffum/Grimshaw ....................................Audi 1988...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... R. Wood ............................................. O’Neil/Headland .......................................... VW 1989...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... L. Flint .................................................. O’Neil/Headland .......................................... VW 1990...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... L. Flint .................................................. O’Neil/Headland .......................................... VW 1991...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... D. Castledine .................................... Jolles/Maxwell .......................................... Volvo 1992...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... K. Thompson .................................... Sprongl/Sprongl ........................................Audi 1993...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... K. Thompson .................................... Choiniere/Becker ......................................Audi 1994...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... D. Paisley ........................................... Sprongl/Sprongl ........................................Audi 1995...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... F. Baker .............................................. Sprongl/Latreille ........................................Audi 1996...............................Peterb. .......................... Holiday Inn.......................................... L. Flint .................................................. Sprongl/Bellefleur .....................................Audi 1997...............................Bancroft ....................... The Sword.......................................... L. Flint .................................................. Sprongl/Sprongl ........................................Audi 1998...............................Bancroft ....................... Pentecostal........................................ D. Castledine .................................... Sprongl/Sprongl ........................................Audi 1999...............................Bancroft ....................... Pentecostal........................................ D. Castledine .................................... Sprongl/Sprongl ........................................Audi 2000...............................Bancroft ....................... Legion................................................... D. Castledine .................................... McGeer/Williams ................................Subaru 2001...............................Bancroft ....................... Legion................................................... D. Castledine .................................... McGeer/Williams ................................Subaru 2002...............................Bancroft ....................... Legion................................................... K. Townsend ..................................... McGeer/Williams ................................Subaru 2003...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon........................................ K. Townsend ..................................... Sprongl/Maxwell ............................Mitsubishi 2004...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon........................................ K. Townsend ..................................... L’Estage/Napert ................................ Hyundai 2005...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon........................................ R. Hepburn ....................................... Buffum/Richard ................................. Hyundai 2006...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon........................................ R. Hepburn ....................................... L’Estage/Richard ............................... Hyundai 2007...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon........................................ D. Castledine .................................... L’Estage/Richard ............................... Hyundai 2008...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... M. Koch .............................................. Richard/Ockwell ...................................Subaru 2009...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... M. Koch .............................................. Richard/Ockwell ...................................Subaru 2010...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... M. Koch .............................................. L’Estage/Richard ................................ Mitsub.

2011...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... I. Wright ............................................. Urlichich/Brady ....................................Subaru 2012 ..............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... I. Wright ............................................. Richard/Ockwell ...................................Subaru 2013...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... I. Wright ............................................. Martin/Johnson ...................................Subaru 2014...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... I. Wright ............................................. L’Estage/Ockwell ...........................Mitsubishi 2015...............................Bancroft ....................... Dungannon ....................................... I. Wright ............................................. Vincent/Vincent.....................................Subaru 2016...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ I. Wright.............................................. L’Estage/Garrod ..................................Subaru 2017...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ I. Wright.............................................. L'Estage/Ockwell...................................Subaru 2018...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ I. Wright.............................................. Carré/Joyal.............................................Subaru 2019...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ B.B:7.25" Leonard.......................................... Urlichich/Nikolaeva..............................Subaru 2021...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ B. Leonard ........................................ Leblanc/Leblanc....................................Subaru T:7.25" 2022...............................Bancroft......................... Dungannon........................................ B. Leonard.......................................... Mailloux/Poirier.....................................Subaru S:7.25"

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BEAUTIFUL ONTARIO TOWN IS A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS In our region, there are also downhill skiing and snowboarding Story by Paul Jenkins, Mayor, Town of Bancroft facilities, a natural luge hill, sled dog racing, a skateboard park and n behalf of the Town of Bancroft, it is my pleasure to once lots of cross-country trails, too. The Hastings North Visitor Informaagain welcome you to the Rally of the Tall Pines – a rally unlike tion Centre provides maps and guides for trails and natural wonders any other in North America. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all like waterfalls, chutes, wildlife trails and more. These trails include participants, volunteers and organizers of the Lincoln Electric Rally of The Tall Pines. It is your dedication and hard work that make this rally thousands of kilometers of mapped and groomed trails to cater to the hiker, ATV or snowmobile enthusiast. There is even a series of such a resounding success, year after year. We are thrilled to have driving routes that cover more than 500 km of scenic roads, in addithe opportunity to host and sponsor this wonderful event yet again. tion to guides on many of the area’s ghost towns, beaches, events Please enjoy yourselves, keep safety in mind at all times and we hope and attractions. you enjoy your stay!

Next summer, join us for Canada Bancroft is one of the most beautiful Day celebrations in Riverside Park. and inspiring places. It is an area of In fact, Riverside Park should be your grand vistas and abundant outdoor first stop on a Saturday morning from activities that is rich in geological and June to October, for the Bancroft mineral history. Since 1997, the Rally Farmers’ Market. While in town, make of the Tall Pines it has called the Town sure you pack a picnic, or pick up a of Bancroft home – featuring 200 km delicious lunch at one of our amazof stages carved out of a landscape ing eateries, then head up to Eagles left by an ancient mountain range Nest Park. This seasonal public park called the Grenville. Beneath Bancroft’s features a mix of scenic groomed and surface lies a treasure trove of fossils, natural trails, including a fully accessmetamorphic specimens, semi-preible trail to the hawk-watch lookout, cious gems and even gold – the very overlooking the spectacular Town of same gold that started Ontario’s gold Throughout the year, Bancroft has much to offer.

Photo courtesy Town of Bancroft Bancroft and the winding York River. rush in the 1860s.

Not a fan of scenic views? Over the four days before the Civic Holiday Monday in August, Bancroft hosts SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Canada’s largest gem and mineral show each year, the Bancroft In addition to these unique features, North Hastings boasts the Rockhound Gemboree. There is always a variety of interesting activhighest water-to-land ratio in Ontario, with countless lakes, rivers and ities planned, including gold panning and workshops. The Rockhound streams for recreational activities. The Madawaska and York rivers Gemboree is a great opportunity to shop for something unique, and provide countless kilometres of uninterrupted waterways for paddlers to learn and view beautiful gems and minerals. If you’re more interand white-water rafters, plus quieter routes for novices. Our waterested in outdoor exercise, we also welcome hundreds of cyclists for ways are teeming with various species of waterfowl, fish and fauna. the Hilly Hundred Bike Races!

There are many charming restaurants, shops, artists’ studios and We dare you to wander throughout Bancroft – uncover the countgalleries throughout the area. The Bancroft Village Playhouse was less experiences waiting for you! A single day’s visit to Bancroft will once the town hall. The Old Railway Station has been restored to its leave a lasting impression. TP former glory with a spectacular mineral museum.

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TALL PINES 2022 FLASHBACK

Last year’s Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines took place under clear skies and unseasonably warm conditions. Twenty-three teams were on hand to do battle in 16 stages, on a variety of surfaces.

Entering as favourites, Test Racing’s Jerome Mailloux and Philippe Poirier earned the win by overcoming a gearbox issue that limited them to fifth gear following the afternoon service. To see the full race report and gallery from last year’s race on the CARSRally.ca website scan the QR code, at right.

CANADIAN RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 UPDATE

The Lincoln Electric Rally of the Tall Pines is the penultimate event on the annual Canadian Rally Championship (CRC) calendar. Heading into this year’s Tall Pines, Jean-Sebastien Besner sits atop the standings with 50 points. Alexandre Moreau is second, with 41, while Marc-Andre Brisebois and Simon Vincent are deadlocked in third, with 30 each. To view all of the CRC event reports and galleries from the 2023 season on the CARSRally.ca website use your cellphone’s camera to scan the QR code, at right.

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Directions HOW TO GET FROM STAGE-TO-STAGE IN BANCROFT

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heck out the “Map to Spectator Areas” in this guide, to get a general idea where each of them is, with respect to Rally Headquarters and the Town of Bancroft.

HOW TO GET TO THE IRON BRIDGE SPECTATOR AREA FROM RALLY HEADQUARTERS: • Allow at least 15-20 minutes to travel to the IRON BRIDGE Spectator Area.

• From Rally HQ (GPS Co-ordinates: N 45 00.877 W 077 47.177), turn right onto Hwy #62 Northbound.

• Travel 7.4 km north until you meet Hwy #28 in Bancroft.

• At this junction of Hwy # 28 and Hwy # 62, tee right to follow Hwy #28 Eastbound.

• Travel straight ahead through the traffic signals and continue east out of town, along Hwy #28 approximately 6.4 km then turn right (south) onto Bronson Road.

• Travel approximately 1.3 km until you come to the junction with Watters Dr. • Keep right turning onto Watters Dr. and follow the directions of the parking marshals.

• GPS co-ordinates for this Iron Bridge location are N 45 03.272 W 077 47.336 • We will be charging $5.00 per car for parking at the Iron Bridge spectator area. Monies raised will be used to support local causes. We would like to thank the Watters family for allowing us to do this.

• The land owners (The Watters Family) have generously allowed us to use their property for parking. Please respect the land owner’s property. Do not litter, damage or camp on their property, and do not set fires.

• See the IRON BRIDGE Spectator Area detail map for safe areas to spectate from, and follow all the marshal’s instructions.

HOW TO GET TO THE DETLOR CROSSING SPECTATOR AREA FROM RALLY HEADQUARTERS: • Allow at least 10-15 minutes to travel to the DETLOR CROSSING Spectator Area.

• From Rally HQ (GPS Co-ordinates: N 45 00.873 W 077 47.177), turn left onto Hwy #62 Southbound.

• Travel 0.4 km and turn left (east) onto Detlor Rd. • Travel 4.9 km along Detlor Rd. where the spectator area will be at the junction with Landon Rd. You likely will need to park along the side of the road before you can get to this intersection and then walk. Follow the directions of the parking marshals.

• GPS co-ordinates for this Detlor Crossing location are N 45 02.018 W 077 44.187 • Please respect the local land owner’s property. Do not litter or damage any property, and do not set fires.

• See the DETLOR CROSSING Spectator Area detail map for safe areas to spectate from, and follow all the marshal’s instructions.

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HOW TO GET TO THE TAIT FARM SPECTATOR AREA FROM RALLY HEADQUARTERS: • Allow at least 10-15 minutes to travel to the TAIT FARM Spectator Area.

• From Rally HQ (GPS Co-ordinates: N 45 00.877 W 077 47.177), turn right onto Hwy #62 Northbound.

• Travel 4.3 km north, then turn right/east onto Quarry Rd. • Travel 3.1 km along Quarry Rd. where you will come to a Tee intersection with Bronson Rd. • Tee right onto Bronson Rd. and continue south for about 1.3 km where you will find the intersection with Landon Rd. which is the spectator area. GPS co-ordinates for the intersection are N 45 02.359 W 077 47.533 • You likely will need to park along the side of the road before you can get to this intersection and then walk. Follow the directions of the parking marshals.

• Please note: you will not be able to access this corner from the south, as may be indicated by your GPS directions.

• Please respect the private property in the area. Do not litter or damage any property, and do not set fires.

• See the TAIT FARM Spectator Area detail map for safe areas to spectate from, and follow all the marshal’s instructions.

• After the second run of the stage, you may leave the area by going south on either Bronson Rd. to get to Hwy 62 or Landon Rd. to get to Detlor Rd. HOW TO GET TO THE LOWER TURRIFF TRIANGLE SPECTATOR AREA FROM RALLY HEADQUARTERS: • NOTE: This spectating location is in the middle of a stage, with no outside access. If you choose to spectate here, you will need to get to this location before the road is closed. You will not be able to leave until the competitors have run the stage and the road reopens. Be sure you will be able to stay that long before you enter!

• From Rally HQ (GPS Co-ordinates: N 45 00.873 W 077 47.177), turn left onto Hwy #62 Southbound.

• Travel 5.0 km and turn left (east) onto Lower Turriff Rd. • Travel 2.1 km where you may encounter marshals controlling the road. You should advise them that you are just going to the Triangle to spectate and they will let you through, if the road is not yet closed.

• Travel 2.3 km to where the spectator area will be, at the junction with Colbourne Rd. on the right. There will be parking along Colbourne Rd. and then you will need to walk back to this intersection. Follow the directions of the parking marshals.

• GPS co-ordinates for this location are N 44 59.567 W 077 42.747 • Please respect the local land owners’ properties. Do not litter or damage any property, and do not set fires.

• See the LOWER TURRIFF TRIANGLE Spectator Area detail map for safe areas to spectate from, and follow all the marshal’s instructions. TP

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