2024 KOF race guide: ENG

WELCOME

to Kočevsko

Kočevsko is a mysterious destination, full of green and mysterious forests These hide various stories and history, while the remains of virgin forests, which can be observed from the landscaped paths along their edges, provide an additional mystery of experiencing nature and life in its original form To keep the virgin forests so unique, of course, we do not enter them.

The destination offers exceptional conditions for numerous outdoor sports activities, especially trail running Kočevje’s nature is intertwined with many paths that invite you to discover the mysterious virgin forest and other natural sights. At the same time, this same nature is home to numerous animal species – brown bear included But no worries Encountering them is highly unlikely, as the animals can hear and smell humans very well, so they retreat upon hearing us

An experienced team, which also organizes Julian Alps Trail Run, Soča Outdoor Festival and UTVV Slovenia, prepared four distances for you: 5, 10, 15, 30 and 60 kilometres. The trail running part will be complemented by numerous activities along Kočevje Lake, where you’ll be able to relax after your race and experience Kočevje to the fullest

We can't wait for you to discover this wild but extremely friendly destination!

UROŠ KOŽAR

Kočevsko Outdoor Festival hosted by I Feel Slovenia race director

»Kočevsko is truly a very special destination, which is ideal for running adventures in nature As organizers, Kočevsko with its picturesque landscape and mysterious forest enchanted us, and I believe that other runners will also like it We are happy that this year you will discover the mysterious trails at 5 distances and feel this authentic landscape for yourself In addition to the trail runs, this year we have also prepared a special program for families and the future trail runners, who will once again take part in a kids’ run, as well as a beer festival, and two concerts in the evening We really can't wait to reveal the truly wonderful charms of Kočevsko to the wider public.«

EVENT LOCATION

Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

HOW TO GET TO THE EVENT AND WHERE TO PARK

APRES OUTDOOR Bambi Trail

INFORMATION

Start time: 10 30

Start: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Finish: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Distance: 5,9 km

Elevation gain: 71 m+

Time limit: /

REFRESHMENT POINTS

There will be one (1) refreshment point along the course

Refreshment point 1: 2.0 km

MANDATORY GEAR

BIB number that must always be visible*

Appropriate running shoes

Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum).* Mobile phone

* BIB number must be placed on your torso, either clipped onto your T-shirt or a BIB number belt

* Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum) There will be no plastic cups at aid stations so each runner must provide their own

INFORMATION

Start time: 10 30

Start: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Finish: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Distance: 10,2 km

Elevation gain: 223 m+

Time limit: 3 house

10 KM

FORD Fox Trail

REFRESHMENT POINTS

There will be two (2) refreshment points along the 10 km route.

Refreshment point 1: 3 5 km

REfreshment point 2: 7 4 km

MANDATORY GEAR

BIB number that must always be visible*

Appropriate running shoes

Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum).*

Mobile phone

* BIB number must be placed on your torso, either clipped onto your T-shirt or a BIB number belt

* Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum) There will be no plastic cups at aid stations so each runner must provide their own

15 KM Lynx Trail

INFORMATION

Start time: 10 00

Start: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Finish: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Distance: 14,1 km

Elevation gain: hours

REFRESHMENT POINTS

There will be two (2) refreshment points at the 15 km route

Refreshment point 1: 3 5 km

Refreshment point 2: 11.3 km

MANDATORY GEAR

BIB number that must always be visible*

Appropriate running shoes

Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum).*

Mobile phone

* BIB number must be placed on your torso, either clipped onto your T-shirt or a BIB number belt

* Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum) There will be no plastic cups at aid stations so each runner must provide their own

30 KM

SALOMON Wolf Trail

INFORMATION

Start time: 9 00

Start: Kočevski Rog (bus shuttles to the start will run from the main festival area in Kočevje)

Finish: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Distance: 31,8 km

Elevation gain: 1016 m+

Time limit: 8 hours

*** bus departure to the start 7:30 (Rudniško jezero, next to BIB distribution). Due to easier organisation, we kindly ask you to be at the venue 10 minutes prior to bus departure

MANDATORY GEAR

*BIB number that must always be visible* Appropriate running shoes

Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum).*

Mobile phone

REFRESHMENT POINTS

There will be four (4) refreshment points at the 30 km route.

Aid station 1 (Žaga Rog): 4 5 km

Aid station 2 (Rajhenav): 14 5 km

Aid station 3 (Lovski vrh): 20 0 km

Aid station 4: 29.0 km

Food and water reserve for the time between aid stations (1L)

Hooded jacket.*

Basic first aid kit*

Survival blanket (1,40 x 2,0 m minimum)

Whistle

Hat/buff and gloves (recommended)

60 KM

I FEEL SLOVENIA Bear Trail

INFORMATION

Start time: 7 00

Start: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Finish: Rudniško jezero, Kočevje

Distance: 61,5 km

Elevation gain: 1961 m+

Time limit: 15 hours

REFRESHMENT POINTS

There will be six (6) refreshment points at the 60 km route

Aid station 1: 8 5 km

Aid station 2 (Luža): 20.5 km

Aid station 3 (Žaga Rog): 34 5 km

Aid station 4 (Rajhenav): 44 5 km

Aid station 5 (Lovski vrh): 50 0 km

Aid station 6: 59 0 km

MANDATORY GEAR

*BIB number that must always be visible*

Appropriate running shoes

Your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum).*

Mobile phone

Food and water reserve for the time between aid stations (1L)

Hooded jacket.*

Basic first aid kit*

Survival blanket (1,40 x 2,0 m minimum)

Whistle

Headlamp (recommended; mandatory for runners, planning to finish after 6 p.m.)

Hat/buff and gloves (recommended)

P2 (Koča na Luži)

REFRESHMENT POINTS

P3 (Žaga Rog)

(Rajhenav)

P5 (Lovski vrh)

(samo 5 km)

A macadam road leads to the Koča na Luži, Rajhenav, Lovski vrh and P6 stations In the case of wet terrain, access can be quite difficult Make sure you don't leave your vehicles on the roads and make sure you don't obstruct other traffic Unhindered access is necessary for the supply of refreshment stations and the possible intervention of ambulances.

SAFETY

FIRST AID

Medical care during the Kočevsko Outdoor Festival run will be provided by an emergency medical aid team with an ambulance, which will be at the start-finish area all the time In addition, the mountain rescue team Ljubljana will ensure the safety of the runners along the course A mobile phone is part of the mandatory equipment of every runner We strongly recommend that you save the organization phone number in your phone in case you need help

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE RACE

You can only withdraw from the race at refreshment stations, except in case you’re unable to continue and need help

How to withdraw:

1) at the refreshment station, inform the volunteers that you are withdrawing from the race

2) volunteers will notify the race management and provide safe transportation to the finish line

3) should you have your own transport back to the finish line, you must report this to the phone number +386 41 323 994

IN CASE OF INJURY

If you’re unable to continue your race or come across an injured runner, call the phone number on your start number +386 41 323 994. There is bad phone reception at some points along the course In the event that the mobile signal does not allow a telephone connection, try sending a text message or try to move a couple of 10 meters to one side or the other and you may catch a signal If the situation is serious and life is at risk, Organization

KIDS' RUN AND DAYCARE

Even the little future trail runners will enjoy Kočevsko Outdoor Festival. First, we will organize daycare for them, through which they’ll be able to explore the local nature and meet new friends. In the afternoon, they will also be able to test themselves in a non-competitive run.

The Intersocks kids’ run will be held on Saturday, June 1, at 3 p.m. The start and the finish line will be by the lake, and the little ones will run on a roughly 400meter-long route. At the finish line, they will receive a finisher medal.

The kids run is free of charge and is intended for children up to the age of 12.

If you need daycare during the event, please fill out the form on the link below and indicate how long you would need daycare for and whether your kids have any allergies. At the same time, we kindly ask you to pack a snack for your little ones.

BOOK YOUR STAY IN KOČEVJE

There is a campsite right next to the festival area, which is the perfect spot for your stay. Kamp Jezero will provide additional tent spots and van parking spots for the time of Kočevsko Outdoor Festival: https://www.kocevsko.com/en/poi/camp-jezero/

CHECK OUT OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: https://www.kocevsko.com/sl/nastanitve/

SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, 31. 5. 2024

17.00 - 20.00 BIB distribution for all distancesje

SATURDAY, 1. 6. 2024

6.00

7.00

9.00

16.30

ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE

If you haven’t booked your additional weekend activities when signing up, please contact the Kočevsko tourist board directly: info@kocevsko com

You can find the entire activities schedule by following this link: https://kocevsko-outdoor.si/en/kocevskooutdoor-festival-festival-events-from-friday-to-sunday/

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