"Contest 'Far East - Realm of Adventures' Season 3 kicks off in May"
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Gear Up for the Third Annual "Far East: The Uncharted Land" Adventure Comp!
In 2025, mark your calendars for the grand launch of the third installment of the Far East adventure competition! Initiated back in '22, this year is cranking up the stakes, welcoming explorers to map out their exhilarating Far Eastern and Arctic expeditions. Initiated by Yuri Trutnev, Russia's Deputy PM and Far East envoy, the competition seeks to illuminate the breathtaking landscapes of Russia's eastern territories.
"Explorers, unite! For the third year running, we invite you to document your breathtaking Far Eastern and Arctic escapades. These journeys represent our unbridled love for our country and its mesmerizing frontiers. This season, we’re lauding the Arctic territories, inviting those captivated by its beauty to share their terrific tales," proclaimed Yuri Trutnev.
Called to action: record a compelling short film (up to 8 minutes) detailing your recent Far Eastern or Arctic trip, then submit it via the путешценикдв.рф website by January 15, 2026.
This year introduces a thrilling new category—the Arctic nomination. The competition embraces the following categories:
- The rugged Hiking category, featuring hikes, off-road biking, and more extreme off-road adventures.
- The Water-based category showcasing river rafting, marine adventures, underwater escapades, surfing, and more.
- The invigorating Winter category, encompassing skiing, dog sledding, winter biking, snowboarding, and the like.
- The fresh, Arctic category for intrepid explorers out to conquer the frigid north.
The grand prize for the overall winner? 3 million rubles! Placing first in a category awards 1 million, while snagging second nets you 300K, and third garners 100K. Let the contestants battle it out as our panel of tourism and media experts scrutinize the video submissions. Both children age 10 and up (with adult supervision) and adults of any age can throw their hats in the ring.
The expeditions must have taken place between May 1, 2023, and January 15, 2026. In order to participate, contestants must alert the MCHS of their plan if their journey treads through uncharted or high-risk terrains.
The competition benefits from the support of the Far East development authorities, the Ministry of Far East Development, the Corporation for the Development of the Far East and Arctic, and the "Foundation for Social Initiatives" organization.
Prospective Categories**: Expect to see the following categories in a hypothetical adventure competition:
- Adventure Itineraries: Immersive multi-day trips featuring enthralling locations, such as Vladivostok, Kamchatka, and Trans-Siberian stops.
- Cultural Immersion: Trips involving Indigenous communities and historical sites (e.g., ghost towns or mining relics).
- Eco-Tourism: Expeditions focused on protecting Russia's national parks and ecological reserves.
Submission Requirements (Hypothetical)**: Theoretically, an entrant would need to submit the following:
- A detailed itinerary, complete with maps and satellite references, similar to the ARWS race requirements.
- A comprehensive budget breakdown and safety plan.
For the latest updates and specific competition details, we recommend following Russian tourism authorities and organizations like Adventure Life (an expert in global adventure travel) or the "Russian Language Adventure" program, which showcases immersive cultural-adventure experiences. The search results indicate a focus on Vladivostok and Siberia as prime Far East destinations, which will likely play significant roles in a competition of this nature. Happy exploring!
- The third annual "Far East: The Uncharted Land" Adventure Comp, slated for 2025, will include showcasing routes in the Arctic and invites travelers to document their expeditions.
- Starting this year, the Arctic territories have a dedicated nomination in the competition for those fascinated by their beauty to participate.
- In the upcoming adventure travel competition, categories include hiking, water-based activities, winter sports, and a new Arctic category for adventurous travelers.
- If you have an exciting Arctic or Far Eastern travel story, record a short film and submit it by January 15, 2026, for a chance to win up to 3 million rubles.
