Join us for our 34th Father's Day Annual Run/Walk/Skate/Bike!
Since 1987, the “Boys’ Home Run” has been a feature of Bright’s Grove every Father’s Day. It has grown to include a 10k road race, a 5k timed fun run, a 5k walk, a 7k rollerblade, 7k, 20k and 40k bicycle rides, and free onsite activities for children 4 - 10 known as Jr. Adrenaline Trail.
People come from far and near to participate. Some come to get a good time on our flat fast route, some come to test their abilities, and some come for a special time with friends and family. All proceeds stay local for the boys of Huron House.
*****After carefully reviewing all the options, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Run/Walk/Skate/Bike. This was to be our 34th edition and while we’re disappointed it won’t be able to go ahead, we’re already looking forward to next year and hope to see you all again then. If you were registered, you should have received an email detailing next steps. If you haven’t received an email, please contact hvallinga@hhbh.ca. *******
Registration fees
Jr. Adrenaline Trail Closed
Children 4 - 10, with a parent present. The children complete a series of activities both physical and creative.
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FreeDec. 11 - Jun. 19
Runner Assistant Closed
A volunteer aid to a registered athlete in need of assistance
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FreeDec. 11 - Jun. 19
10K Race Closed
Online registration closed-
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$50.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$60.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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10K Race - Father & Child Closed
Online registration closed-
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$100.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$120.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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5K Fun Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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$50.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$60.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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5K Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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$20.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$30.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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7K Bike or Skate Closed
Online registration closed-
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$20.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$30.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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20K Bike Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$50.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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40k Bike Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$50.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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Remote Runner Closed
Online registration closed-
Can't make the race but still want to show your support and get the swag?
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$10.00
Early Bird Price
Dec. 11 – Feb. 29 -
$20.00Mar. 1 – Jun. 19
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Results
Printable Pledge Forms
Click here for a pledge form
Kit Pickup
Kit pickup and last minute registration is at Lambton Mall outside Sport Chek, on Friday, June 19, 6pm - 9pm and on Saturday June 20 from 12pm - 4pm.
Remote Runner
If you want to support this event but can't attend, sign up as a remote runner! You can run on your own time...or just think about doing it. Either way, you can select a cotton t-shirt and pick it up just like all the other participants, and even be part of a team.
Pancake Breakfast
A pancake and sausage breakfast is included for all paid participants and volunteers, from 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Additional breakfasts are available for $5.00 each for spectators. When purchased along with your registration, spectator breakfast vouchers will be added to your participant kit.
Teams - Discounts and Registration Tips
It's fun to be part of a group of family, friends or co-workers, and we encourage you to sign up as a team. We've made it easy for group members in all categories to benefit from a team discount. Teams of four or more registering at the same time will receive a discount of 6.5%. ***** The Race Roster platform requires team members to register at least four members at the same time to receive the discount. *****
Hints for successful team registration:
VERY IMPORTANT: Register all team members before hitting the 'continue' button at the bottom of the page. Once that button is pressed you cannot return to modify participants.
Have participant personal information handy as data is lost if the program times out after 15 minutes of inactivity.
If you are a large team/family, consider registering members in groups of four or five at a time.
Participants registering in events that have no fee are not included in team total for discount purposes.
Remote Runners do receive a t-shirt and can be part of a team.
Have your team name printed on your tshirts (shirt back); option available until Mother's Day (May 10).
Team T-Shirts
We are delighted to offer team t-shirts for teams of four or more which register by Mother's Day (Sunday, May 10). For $2 per shirt the team name will be printed on the shirt back. This option is available to Remote Runners who are part of the team!
Registration as a Gift
Having trouble thinking of what to get as a gift for your friend or family member who really doesn't need anything? Give them a registration that helps them, the Boys' Home and the community.
Purchase a gift registration online and the gift recipient can fill in details later.
Thank you for your support!
Routes and Route Maps
View all 2018 routes by clicking on the links below.
2020 route will be posted as soon as they are available.
All routes begin and end in Mike Weir Park. The routes are flat and scenic, and loop along the lake and through residential streets of Bright’s Grove. Water stations along the way are manned by volunteers. There are both signs and volunteer route marshals to direct you along your route.
- 10k Run Route Map
- 5k Run Route Map
- 5k Walk Route Map
- 7k Skate Route Map
- 7k Bike Route Map Note: cyclists are required to wear a helmet.
- 20k Bike Route Note: cyclists are required to wear a helmet.
- 40k Bike Route Map Note: cyclists are required to wear a helmet.
Prizes
Many local businesses have donated prizes. All paid participants are entered in the draw for these prizes, but they must be present to win.
The top fundraiser will win an amazing prize
All other participants who raise $150 or more will be entered into a draw.
To be eligible for prizes funds must be submitted before the event begins.
What is Jr. Adrenaline Trail?
Jr. Adrenaline Trail was added in 2015 as an offshoot of Adrenaline Trail (a very cool obstacle race for adults). The adult version is on hiatus but Jr. Adrenaline Trail has become an expected feature each year. It takes place on-site near the dining tent and is open at no cost to children aged 4 - 10, with a parent present. The children complete a series of activites both physical and creative. The activities are challenging but not competitive. Activities vary from year to year. There is no fee, but if you register in advance it helps us anticipate how many to expect.
Volunteers needed, if you are a high school student looking for volunteer hours or someone that enjoys working with children, please register as one of our Volunteers.
Directions to Mike Weir Park
Mike Weir Park is located at 2354 New Lakeshore Road (County Road 7) Bright's Grove Ontario just east of Sarnia.
Driving from London (approximate time 1 hour):
- Take highway 401 west to highway 402 west toward Sarnia.
- Exit at Mandaumin Road (ramp exit 15)
- Turn right (north) onto Mandaumin Road (County Road 26)
- At the round-about, exit heading west along Lakeshore Road
- Proceed through the stop light
- Mike Weir Park is approximately 1.5 km on the right side of the road
From Chatham (approximate time 1 hour):
- Take Highway 40 North toward Sarnia
- Highway 40 North becomes Modeland Road (County Road 27); travel to the end
- Turn right onto Lakeshore Road (County Road 7)
- Mike Weir Park is on the left side of the road
From Port Huron (Toll Road. You require proper ID to enter the country):
- Take the Bluewater Bridge to Canada.
- Take Highway 402 to Modeland Road exit
- Turn left (north) onto Modeland Road (County Road 27) and travel to the end
- Turn right onto Lakeshore Road
- Mike Weir Park is on the left side of the Road.
Event schedule
- Fri., June 19, 2020 6:00 p.m. - Friday Kit Pickup and Registration
- Fri., June 19, 2020 10:00 p.m. - Online registration ends
- Sat., June 20, 2020 12:00 p.m. - Saturday Kit Pickup and Registration
- Sun., June 21, 2020 7:00 a.m. - Participant Kit Pickup in the Park
- Sun., June 21, 2020 7:45 a.m. - 20K and 40K Bike
- Sun., June 21, 2020 7:55 a.m. - 7K Bike and Skate
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:04 a.m. - 10K Race
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:08 a.m. - Wheelchair and Stroller Runners
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:12 a.m. - 5K Fun Run
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:16 a.m. - 5K Walk
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:30 a.m. - Participants and Spectator's Pancake Breakfast
- Sun., June 21, 2020 8:45 a.m. - Jr. Adrenaline Trail
Contact information
- Event contact
- Heidi Vallinga
- hvallinga@hhbh.ca
- Phone
- 5198694000