Bib and Timing Chip will not be distributed on the Race Day. Please remember to bring your Bib with Timing Chip, or else you could not participate in the race.

No. Each Bib & Timing Chip has been matched with the participant’s information prior to the race. Therefore, Entries, Bibs and Timing Chips are non-transferable and non-salable. Violation will result in disqualification.

Upon race completion, qualified participants will receive finisher medal, towel and a finisher e-certificate. Participants who have joined the race for 5 times by 2023 shall receive an additional Grand Slam medal. Participants who have joined the race for 6 times or more by 2023 shall receive an additional engraved thermos cup.

Finisher Certificate – For participants and teams, who completed the official route, passed the Mandatory Gear check and complied with all the race regulations. Finish time will be shown on the Finisher Certificate. Certificate of Participation – For participants who started the race on time but do not meet all the criterion of receiving a Finisher Certificate. No finish time will be shown on the Certificate of Participation.

5 March 2023: Winner’s list will be announced and awards will be presented at the Start Point on the Race Day 8 March 2023: Announcement of preliminary results (ranking included) 13 March 2023: Release of official result and E-cert will be available for download

All prizes will be awarded according to Gun Times and this is in accordance with the IAAF competition rules. Net times are for personal reference only.

The Prize Presentation Ceremony will be commenced at the Starting Area on the Race Day. All award winners will be invited to receive their awards.

Appeals should be raised ouy to the Organizer within 30 minutes after the result is posted on the result notice board. The Organizer reserves the right not to accept any disputes or appeals after the said period. Preliminary result will be released on race website on 8 March 2023. Appeals should be submitted by email to result@adropoflife.org by 00:00 on 9 March 2023. The Organizer reserves the right not to accept any disputes or appeals after the said period.

Winners must present their proof of identity to the Winners’ Booth located next to the stage 30 minutes after the announcement of winning result. If winners failed to attend the Prize Presentation Ceremony, Officials will redeem his/her prize on their behalf without any notice in advance.

All participants MUST be aged 16 or above on or before 5 March 2023. Participants under 18 years old must submit the PARENT or GUARDIAN CONSENT FORM to the Organizer on or before 19 February 2023.

Corporate Cup: At least 2 team members should be from the same organization. A Drop of Life reserves the right to ask the team to present their employment proof.

There are two categories: CHALLENGE and EXPERIENCE. Only the CHALLENGE category has awards. Click here.

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No, the Organiser will not provide any shuttle bus service on race day. However, we highly encourage participants to take public transportation to avoid traffic jam. Participants are also advised to arrive the Start Point at least 1 hour prior to the start time of race.

The registration period is from 10 February to 19 February 2023. Click here for the details of the entry fee, minimum donation and fundraising award.

Yes, it is compulsory and must be paid during registration. After registration is completed, you are welcome to continue raising fund through your fundraising page or through the donation form. All donations must be submitted on or before 5 May 2023.

Participants can: 1/ Make online payment via credit card during registration 2/ Pay by cheque or bank deposit after filling in the donation form via email - Please mail the donation form together with the cheque (titling “A Drop of Life”) to A Drop of Life - Please mail the bank deposit receipt together with the donation form to A Drop of Life HSBC: 144-271491-001 Bank of China: 012-616-00005938 3/ Visit A Drop of Life during office hours. - Working hour: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm (Public Holiday excluded)

You may make the online payment via credit card (Master Card, Visa Card and American Express).

Yes. If you have paid the minimum donation during online registration, you can change the recipients’ information once before 5 March 2023, by logging in to your fundraising page.

Donation receipt will be sent on 31 March 2023 via email.

An acknowledgement email will be sent once your registration is submitted. If you experience any system error or do not receive the aforementioned email, please call A Drop of Life: (852) 2735 8377 or email info@adropoflife.org

Race withdrawal will only be considered if the participant has valid medical reason. Please submit your medical documents issued by medical practitioners (registered to The Medical Council of Hong Kong or Overseas Governmental Medical Authorities) to the Organizer before 1 March 2023. administration charge of (HK$100) will be applied for the refund, and the remaining registration fee will be returned to the participant via mail one month after the race. Donation will not be refunded under any circumstances. Please note that both bib and timing chip are non-transferable. You must NOT transfer your bib and the timing chip to another person and participate in the race, or both persons will be disqualified and no result will be provided.

1/ On or before 19 February 2023: You may log in to your registration account to update the team member information for free. 2/ 20 February to 28 February 2023: HKD100 administrative fee will be charged upon any successful change of team member. 3/ After 28 February 2023: NO change of team member is allowed . Change of team member information is subjected to the below rules. Team leader, race category, start time and distance CANNOT be changed. You can only replace team member(s) of the same gender. The maximum number of replacable team member(s) is(are): - Team of 2: can change up to 1 member of the same gender. - Team of 4: can change up to 2 members of the same gender - Corporate Cup: can change up to 2 members of the same gender (At least 2 team members should be from the same organization.) Please log on to your registration account to make changes accordingly (you can find the URL of your registration account in the confirmation email)

Please note that the administrative charge is non-refundable. It cannot be regarded as a donation hence it is not tax-deductible. Details as below: 1/ On or before 19 February 2023: You may log in to your registration account to update the team member information for free. 2/ 20 February to 28 February 2023: HKD$100 administrative fee will be charged upon any successful change of team member information. Due to production is finished, the information on Bib cannot be updated. Any changed members can use the Bib with previous members' info on race day. The records in race system and completion certificate will be updated with new members' info. - Credit card: please log in to your registration account for the payment- Bank transfer: please mail the bank deposit receipt together with the Change of Member Form to A Drop of Life - Cash: please visit A Drop of Life during office hours and submit the cash together with the Change of Member Form in person Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm (Public Holiday excluded) - Payme: make payment via https://qr.payme.hsbc.com.hk/2 /JtHhnkDfpd4rcqx5ZB58W4 . Please send the screen cap of result page for the successful payment together with the Change of Member Form to email: info@adropoflife.org or whatsapp: (852) 9135 2383. 3/ After 28 February 2023: No change of team member is allowed. * No change of team member is allowed on race day

All participants should finish the race with the designated route. The Finishing Time of the Team is based on the time at which the last member crosses the finish line.

Click here for the schedule of Race Pack and basket collection. Details will be announced through email.

Yes. You can authorize a third-party for Race Pack and basket collection, but he/she must present the participant’s confirmation email as a proof.

No. The size of T-shirt cannot be changed after registration. There is no guarantee that your selected size will be available. The T-shirt size given to participants will be subjected to stock availability.

Each Race Pack includes: 1/ Runner Bib & Timing Chip (attached at the back of the bib) with Baggage Tag (Please ensure the personal details printed on the label is correct) 2/ Race for Water 2023 T-shirt (size of the T-shirt cannot be changed) 3/ Bamboo basket

Please put on proper sportswear and running shoes. Remember to put the bib (with the timing chip) on your chest with clear visibility at all times during the race to ensure easier identification for race officials.

You must bring the Mobile Phone, Bib (with timing chip) and safety pins to the race. If you wish to deposit your belongings, please bring along the official baggage tag provided by the Organizer, and deposit them at the designated location , with at least 20 minutes before your Start Time. Please do not deposit valuable item(s). The Organizer will not be responsible for any loss or damage of personal belongings. Participants should also bring the basket collected earlier. No basket will be distributed on the race day.

Participants on designated route are covered by Public Liability and Group Personal Accident on race day only, including without limitation negligence. Participants are advised to purchase your own personal accident insurance and other relevant insurance according to your needs. Participants are also advised to seek medical advice from your doctor before the race to check if they are fit enough to complete the distance they have selected.

No. If you forget to bring your bib, you will not be allowed to start the race.

No, after depositing your baggage (if necessary), you can proceed to the Waiting Zone. You will be guided to the Start Area by Race Officials 10 minutes before the Start Time of your race. As there might be queues at the baggage area, please reserve sufficient time for baggage deposit.

The bottled water will be distributed on the Race Day.

Yes. In order to provide an orderly and organized competition, cut off times will be set 10 minutes after each Start Time. Any late entry to at the Start Area will be banned by Race Officials. Participants should start the race according to their specified start time. Any violators will be disqualified.

Participants must arrive the all the Checkpoints before its closing time to complete the race. Participants who fail to arrive at any Checkpoint(s) before its closing time will be disqualified. Participants can choose to continue the race, they will receive a Certificate of Participation , no Finisher Certificate will be issued. No finishing time will be show on the Certification of Participation.

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Participants must pass through all timing sensors allocated on the race route. Participants who fail to pass through any of the sensors will be regarded as race incompletion, and may be disqualified.

1/ Start Point: Pui Tak Canossian College Drinking water, fruits, toilets, timing sensor and first aid services 2/ 15km Checkpoint: Upper Aberdeen Reservoir Main Dam and Black’s Link Pavilion Drinking water, energy drinks, fruits, timing sensor and first aid services 3/ 30km Water Station: H015 Drinking water and fruits 4/ 30km Special Checkpoint: Severn Road and Black’s Link Timing Sensor 5/ 30km Checkpoint: Harlech Road, Upper Aberdeen Reservoir Main Dam and Black’s Link Pavilion Drinking water, energy drinks, fruits, timing sensor and first aid services 6/ Finish Point: Aberdeen Country Park (finish line) and Pui Tak Canossian College (collection of finisher’s gift) Drinking water, energy drinks, fruits, toilet, timing sensor and first aid services

No. Officials will inspect both the basket and the bottled water at “Water checking booth” at the Finish Point. If the water has been disposed, consumed or opened, the participant’s race will be considered as incomplete. We suggest participants to check for damages during the race, and ask for replacement at the closest Checkpoint or Water Station. Please do not open the bottled water during the race.

You should proceed to the nearest Checkpoint or Water Station, unload your basket and bottled water and declare your intention of withdrawal to the Race Officials. Please arrange your own transportation for leaving.

Baggage deposit services are provided for free at the 1/F Hall of Start Point. It will be closed at 7:00pm. Please firstly go to the Basket Handling Area to prepare your Race Basket and pack your personal belongings before depositing your baggage. The Organizer recommend all participants to bring sufficient cash and a charged mobile for life-saving purpose. Participants can only collect their baggage after the race. Baggage deposit should be completed 20 minutes before Start Time.

Please seek assistance at the info centre.

Participants may collect their baggage right after the race. The baggage deposit area will be closed at 7:00pm.

Participants who do not start at the designated Start Time and race category will be disqualified. No results and certificate will be issued to those participants.

Yes. Bib Number, Mobile Phone, Race Basket and 5L Bottled Water are the Mandatory Gears for Race for Water. Each participant will need to carry all the Mandatory Gears with them at all times to complete the entire course. There will be random gear checks during the event, and all participants will have to pass the Mandatory Gears check at the Finish Point. If any Mandatory item is missing or not up to standard may lead to disqualification. No results and certificate will be issued to those participants。

Bib and Timing Chip are non-transferable once your entry is accepted. Upon discovery of such irregularities, participants will be disqualified.

Participants who cannot continue the race due to physical reason can unload their basket and bottled water at any Checkpoints or Water Stations along the route and declare your intention of withdrawal to the Checkpoint Officials. Please arrange your own transportation for leaving. Please do not unload the bottled water at other places along the race route.

The idea of Race for Water is to ask Participants to use the bamboo basket and shoulder strap provided by the Organizer to experience the hardship of peasants who carry water from faraway water source. Therefore participants must use the basket and shoulder strap provided by the Organizer (but not other carrier, backpack or straps) to carry the water. The Organizer will only accept participants to put reusable and removable materials to wrap around the straps to provide comfort of put into the basket to fix the position of the bottled water. Other assisting materials will not be allowed. Violators will be disqualified. All add-on materials must be removed before returning the basket and straps to the Organizer.

All forms of assistance are limited to the participants within the same team. Participants must carry the basket and bottled water on their own. If a non-team member is found carrying the basket and/or bottled water for any participant during the event, the participant and team will be disqualified.

Affected by the weather, the Organizer may take public safety and road condition into consideration and make adjustments on the route accordingly. Please follow instructions given on the race day. - If the race has to be canceled due to severe weather, the Organizer will inform all participants via SMS at 5am on the race day. - If the race has to be terminated after started, the Organizer will inform all participants via SMS. Please follow instructions given by the staff and volunteers and proceed to temporary shelters. - Please check SMS and our Facebook page for the latest update. *Should the race be canceled due to severe weather, no refund will be made.

Emergency contact on race day: (+852) 5626 7333