This race is sanctioned by Snowshoe Canada. For more information on Snowshoe Canada, we encourage you to visit SnowshoeCanada.ca
DATE:
January 27, 2024
TIME:
9:00am (race day registration from 7:30am)
DISTANCE:
6.5 km
COURSE:
This race is on a single loop course at Vanderwater Conservation Area in Thomasburg ON. It's a beautiful course through a mix of cedar and hardwood forest, with lots of ups and downs..
LOCATION:
Vanderwater Conservation Area, 512 Vanderwater Rd, Thomasburg, ON K0K 3H0
FACILITIES:
Outdoor Venue
PARKING:
Quinte Conservation charges a parking fee - you can pre register and pay here: https://www.quinteconservation.ca/en/outdoor-spaces/parking.aspx
SNOWSHOE RENTAL:
If you don’t own a pair of snowshoes, we have a limited number of Dion Snowshoes for rent, and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please reserve your snowshoes when you register for your race. The rental fee is $10.
WEATHER:
IIn the unlikely event of no snow, as long as it can be safely done (if it's not too icy) we will proceed as a trail run (without snowshoes).
ENTRY FEES:
Entry fees & registration available soon.
RACE SOUVENIR:
Sign up early to guarantee your customized race souvenir. Available while supplies last to those who preregister.
REGISTRATION:
Register soon!
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RESULTS:
Check our results page for all race results.
POST RUN AWARDS:
• First place male and female overall will win merchandise awards from our sponsors.
• All participants eligible for numerous draw prizes including a pair of Dion snowshoes!
CONTACT:
For more information, please contact event organizers:
Erin McDougall & Naomi Coker
Email: dirtysolestrail@gmail.com
Phone: 613-403-1832
DION CANADIAN SNOWSHOE SERIES:
Points will be awarded for each race in the Dion Series with the series champions being crowned at the final event in the series. For more information on the Dion Series, please click here.
RACE SPONSORS AND PARTNERS:
SNOWSHOE CANADA:
Snowshoe Canada and Spafford Health and Adventure with Dion Snowshoes are proud to form a partnership for the 2024 snowshoe season.
Snowshoe Canada is the governing body in Canada for snowshoe running, racing and as a recreational activity.
Snowshoe Canada has sanctioned races in the 2024 Dion Canadian Snowshoe Series, along with providing financial assistance, prizing, insurance, marketing and other support.
For more information on Snowshoe Canada, please visit SnowshoeCanada.ca
