The Creation of the Green Athlete Principle

Magnetic South encourages and educates athletes to consider their impact on the environment at all times in terms of :

• Carbon Emissions
• Consumption of Resources
• Waste Management
• Erosion
• Noise and visual Pollution

The environmental impact of trail running

Trail runners do not have a significant difference in impact on the environment to that that hikers do. Because trail runners move considerably faster through an area, the impact per person per unit of time on a particular area is possibly less than that of hikers. The actual erosive impact of running on a trail does not differ significantly from hiking on the trail. Littering is strictly forbidden and against Trail running ethos and rules.

An Environmental Officer will oversee the camp sites with a careful view to recycling.

Biodegradable Products:

Very specific attention will be focused on the Eco Friendly aspect of the event with athletes being provided with biodegradable body wash from African Organics, biodegradable bike lube from Squirt, ATV – biodegradable Bike Wash from AC Environmental.

All in all the Southern Storm is about to set the benchmark in GREEN events and enjoy the splendors of a spectacular region with a mix of hard running and riding to provide a truly holistic experience and challenge for all concerned.