Sarawak Bird Race 2010

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Introduction
The Bird Race returns for the 3rd time with more activities and plenty of fun. Dubbed the Sarawak Bird Race 2010, this year bird race is on a bigger scale with the tagline “From the Sea to the Mountain”.

The Bird Race is jointly organised by Borneo Highlands Resort (BHR) together with Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) aiming to promote the love and appreciation of nature including birds’ preservation amongst the community.

What is a Bird Race?
A bird race is a “fun race” where teams of two compete against each other in searching, identifying, and recording as many species of birds within a stipulated time.

Date
8th October 2010 (Friday) – 10th October 2010 (Sunday)

Venue
Buntal – Kubah – Semenggoh – Borneo Highlands Resort

Closing Date for Participation
On/Before 28th September 2010.



CATEGORIES & PARTICIPATION FEE

1. Long Race
(Buntal – Kubah National Park – Semenggoh Wildlife Centre – Borneo Highlands Resort)
RM100nett per team of two

2. Short Race
Around Borneo Highlands Resort
RM60nett per team of two


PRIZES

The winning teams to be awarded as follows:

1. Long Race:
• 1st Prize – RM2000
• 2nd Prize – RM1500
• 3rd Prize – RM1000
• 4th & 5th – Congratulatory Prizes

2. Short Race:
• 1st Prize – RM500
• 2nd Prize – RM350
• 3rd Prize – RM250

For more information and entry form please visit:

[url]http://www.birdrace2010.borneohighlands.com.my/[/url]

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Located just an hour's drive (60km) southwest of Kuching city, the capital of Sarawak, the resort stands at the height of 1,000 metres above sea level on the Sarawak-Kalimantan border and is nestled amongst the oldest and second largest tropical rainforest in the world.

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