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February 2008

Mar 1 – The Dirty Duo – North Vancouver

[ March 1, 2008; 9:00 pm; ] Being mountain bikers and trail runners, we want to share what living and playing on the rugged North Shore trails is all about!! This scenic trail race will challenge beginners as well as extreme athletes. Here are the five options:

* Run 25 km,
* Run 15 km (NEW in 2007),
* Run 50 km ultra (first of [...]

Mar 2 – Layritz Park Trail Pursuit 8.8km – Saanich

[ March 2, 2008; 10:00 pm; ]   This is a small, muddy, mucky trail race that’s lots of fun. Plus, if you enter early it’s
only $5 (cheapest race around).

Find out more info at  http://raceweb.ca/events/home/27

Apr 27 – Outdoor Adventure Relay for Darfur – Whistler/Vancouver

[ March 7, 2008; 8:00 pm; April 27, 2008; 8:00 pm; ]  The Goal is to raise awareness of the crisis in Darfur by linking a non-competitive ski, snowshoe, climb, paddle, and cycle relay—from Whistler Mountain to downtown Vancouver, BC—culminating in a rally at the 2010 Olympic clock on Sunday April 27th

More info at http://skiandbikefordarfur.blogspot.com/ 

Mar 9 – Houston Trail Footrace 5 & 10 km – Houston

[ March 9, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Starts at Derby Reach Regional Park picnic area on Allard Crescent at 9am. Great tune up for the Vancouver Sun Run!

See http://peninsularunners.com/events/trailseries.htm for more information.

Mar 9 – Harry’s Spring Run-Off 8k to fight Prostate Cancer – Vancouver

[ March 9, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Join us Sunday March 9, 2008 for the 2nd Annual Harry’s Spring Run-Off 8K to fight Prostate Cancer! Scenic loop of the Stanley Park Seawall at Brockton Point starts at 10:00am. All in support of local prostate cancer research programs.

Visit http://www.canadarunningseries.com/spring8k/index.htm for more info.

Mar 9 – UBC Triathlon & Duathlon – Vancouver

[ March 9, 2008; 10:00 pm; ] As North America’s largest indoor triathlon, UBC Rec is very excited to kick off the 2008 race season! With 3 different triathlon distances, including Olympic, Sprint and Short, as well as a Duathlon, Kid’s Aquathon and Relay event, this race is perfect for everyone from first timers to members of the Canadian National Team. Featuring [...]

Mar 16 – Spring Mountain Highway Madness – North Vancouver

[ March 16, 2008; 8:00 pm; ] Mountain Highway Madness is an interval run. About 15K long, in the woods
on a wide, dirt and gravel road… it goes up and down a big mountain in
North Vancouver. While you don’t need a doctor’s certificate, you have to
be at least a bit crazy to even consider the challenge.
Shoot for bragging rights and a place [...]

Mar 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Fun Run – Victoria

[ March 17, 2008; 8:00 pm; ] You don’t have to be Irish to join the fine folks at the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa for the 17th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Fun Run and Walk, everyone is welcome to join in on Monday, March 17th, 2008.

With a 3km walk or a 5km run option, young and old, walkers and [...]

Mar 23 – My First Trail Race – North Vancouver

[ March 23, 2008; 9:00 pm; ]
For the first time, we are hosting a trail running event exclusively for first timers. Avoid the intimidation factor as you and a few hundred of your new friends take part in North America’s fastest growing activity. This 10km event takes place on March 23rd at Lynn Headwaters Regional Park. Entry fees start at just [...]