Saturday, June 4, 2022
Fiddle Park
Shelburne, Ontario
Join us for the inaugural running of the Fiddle 50. Named after our venue, Fiddle Park, which has the honour of hosting the The Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship, which dates back to 1951.
All races feature the same 1K loop around the Park...scroll down for all the good stuff like The Course, Swag, Relay & Virtual Options, and more!
*We have pulled the 100 Mile option. It will return in 2023!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Virtual Half 50 (25K) - Canadian Participants Closed
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you a custom medal, bib and swag item so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will start mailing mid May via Canada Post.
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$45.00
includes shipping within Canada
Jan. 2 - Dec. 31
Virtual Half 50 (25K) - International Participants Closed
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you a custom medal, bib and swag item so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will start mailing mid May via Canada Post.
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$55.00
Includes shipping to addresses outside of Canada.
Jan. 2 - Dec. 31
THE COURSE
It's a 1 kilometre square loop and it is pretty darn flat! In fact, we are going to go out on a limb and say it is Canada's flattest 100K! You will change direction every hour so you don't get dizzy! The surface is similar to a rail trail, hard-packed dirt.
The facility has indoor washrooms and showers.
We have access to a full service kitchen so our aid station will be stocked!
There is a covered shelter that can be used for sun, harsh weather or just when you need a break.
Lots of space to park on a grassy field.
COMMUNITY PARTNER
We have partnered with the good folks at the Shepherd's Cupboard in Shelburne. Their vision is that every person in Shelburne would have access to healthy food and no one would go hungry. If you'd like to help them out, you can donate funds during registration and/or send out a link to your family and friends to donate on behalf of your run. Receipts for donations of $25 or higher can be requested, and will be issued by Compass Church.
To learn more about Shepherd's Cupboard, visit their website.
Thank You for helping us to support a wonderful, local charity!
SWAG
Each finisher will receive our custom fiddle medal as well as a logo'd swag item!
FREE Fiddle 50 Neck Gaiter to the first 50 to sign up, also available to purchase.
COVID 19 PROTOCOLS
As the situation with COVID 19 is very fluid and ever-changing, we will post the most up to date protocols to be followed by race organizers, volunteers and participants closer to race day. As of March 1, Athletics Ontario has waived the proof of vaccination requirement. We will however follow all required guidelines as dictated by Public Health and/or our race venues. If there are any changes or additions, they will be posted here so please refer back here for information.
AID STATION / CUP-FREE EVENT
We will offer an array of typical salty and sweet snacks, electrolytes, water, ice, hot soup (after dark), etc. If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, we suggest you bring your own to be safe.
This is a CUP-FREE event, therefore you will need to bring your own handheld, hydration pack or bottle to fill. We are working on a 250ml flask that will be available for purchase with registration and at event.
RELAY TEAMS
50K x 2 Relay (100 loops total) - team can consist of 4 to 6 runners.
How you divide up the loops is up to you but each runner must complete a full loop before switching out in area marked for transition.
Runners must wear the chipped bib in order for loops to count; therefore, you will need to remember to transfer it from runner to runner.
All team members will receive a medal and swag item.
Come up with a fun name for your team, we encourage tongue-twisters that will mess up our announcer!
If you have a Corporate Sponsor for your team, send us their logo and we'll acknowledge it on our website and on race day (hint: get them to cover your race fees!)
Only the team captain needs to register, we will contact the captain for all runners' details leading up to race day.
CUTOFF * DROP BAGS * SHELTER
The cutoff time for the 100K is 17 hours.
There is ample space along the route to setup your own spot for a drop bag. We will have a designated spot under the shelter for drop bags as well.
You are more than welcome to bring a shelter (no larger than 10' x 10' please) and we will direct you where to set it up.
VIRTUAL RUN OPTION
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you a custom medal, bib and swag item so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will start mailing mid May via Canada Post.
THE FINE PRINT
* No refunds. If race is cancelled for any reason, you will be automatically deferred to the 2023 race.
* Not trained up and want to change to a shorter distance before race day? No problem. As long as the event you want to change to isn't sold out, you can transfer via your Race Roster account. $5.00 processing fee and no refund of difference in registration fee.
* Feeling good and want to change to a longer distance before race day? Sure thing. As long as the event you want to change to isn't sold out, you can transfer via your Race Roster account. $5.00 processing fee plus pay the difference between registration fees.
* No pets or strollers on course.
* We will follow all Government and Health Guidelines as part of our COVID Safety Plan. Any restrictions or protocols will be posted here leading up to race day.
AWARDS
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers male/female in solo events will be acknowledged atop our podium with a custom award. Top Relay teams will earn a sweet shareable prize too!
FOLLOW US
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ATHLETICS ONTARIO RACE SANCTION & TRILLIUM RACE SERIES
Fiddle50 is not only Sanctioned by Athletics Ontario, but also part of the Athletics Ontario Trillium Running series, where Athletics Ontario members will be recognized and rewarded for participation in this race, among other Sanctioned races in the series. Are you an Athletics Ontario member, or wish to join? LINK to register
Event schedule
- Sat., June 4, 2022 6:30 a.m. - Bib Pickup Starts
- Sat., June 4, 2022 7:00 a.m. - 100K Solo Starts
- Sat., June 4, 2022 8:00 a.m. - 100K Relay & 50K Solo Starts
- Sat., June 4, 2022 9:00 a.m. - 25K Solo Starts
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jodi McNeill
- gottarunracing@gmail.com
- Website
- Visit website
Total raised
5 percent of the goal has been raised