May 18, 2020
Dear Trail Friends,
Gotta Run Racing, along with the global community, has faced unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19. We have all experienced some form of loss, disappointment and adversity in the last few months. The safety and health of our runners, volunteers and community is our foremost priority. In accordance with government restrictions on groups and public health guidance, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Rainbow Trail Run on July 11, 2020 at Earl Rowe in Alliston. We appreciate and understand your disappointment. These are challenging times for all of us, but with the support of our participants, volunteers and community partners, we are confident that we will return to the trails stronger than ever, when it’s safe to do so.
We have already secured a date for 2021 and plan on adding several new race distances as well. The new date is August 5-6-7, 2021 – that’s right – an entire weekend of fun on the trails. Earl Rowe Provincial Park has some amazing facilities including overnight tent and RV camping so be sure to mark your calendars now!
Thank you for your continued support and understanding moving forward. If you have already registered for this event, please visit your inbox for details on how you can use your registration fee as we have a few options for you.
Our Virtual Run is still on and open for registration – medals have just arrived and we are awaiting the socks any day now – we will be posting sneak peeks on social media so stay tuned and sign up!
1st Annual Rainbow Trail Run
Postponed to August 2021
The Rainbow Trail Run consists of a 12.5K loop around Earl Rowe Provincial Park.
It's mostly double wide, some grass, some dirt and a tiny bit of pavement (when crossing over park roads) and bridge crossings over Earl Rowe Lake. It's a relatively flat course with one short climb up to the Lookout (photo opp for sure!). Awesome course for those new to trail running!
Registration fees 396 spots remaining
Canadian Virtual Run Limited spots available
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you our custom medal and cool swag item so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will be mailed early summer via Canada Post.
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Register$35.00Feb. 1 - Dec. 31
International Virtual Run Limited spots available
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you our custom medal and cool swag item so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will be mailed early summer via Canada Post.
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Register$40.00Feb. 1 - Dec. 31
The Course
Our race is named after the trail we are using at Earl Rowe, "Rainbow Run" based on the Rainbow Trout migration that occurs each Spring but who doesn't love rainbows? :)
More Detailed Map Coming Soon!
The Rainbow Trail Run consists of a 12.5K loop around Earl Rowe Provinical Park.
It's mostly double wide, some grass, some dirt and a tiny bit of pavement (when crossing over park roads) and bridge crossings over Earl Rowe Lake. It's a relatively flat course with one short climb up to the Lookout (photo opp for sure!). Awesome course for those new to trail running!
*12.5K participants will complete 1 loop.
*25K participants will complete 2 loops in a washing machine style (after 1 loop you run in the opposite direction).
*50K participants will complete 4 loops in a washing machine style (after each loop you run in the opposite direction).
The washing machine style allows you to see your opponents and gives you a fresh look of the course!
The Park features many facilities that you can enjoy post race such as swimming, canoeing and camping.
(all distances are approximate - GPS measurements will vary from individual to individual)
Aid Stations, Cup-Free, Drop Bags
WE ARE A CUP-FREE EVENT!
What does this mean? You will receive a reusable, silicone cup with your race swag that we strongly encourage you carry on you to use at the aid stations as we will NOT have any plastic (non-reusable) cups. You can refill the provided cup or your own bottle(s) at the aid. Our silicone cup can be folded down and should fit in most pockets (picture to come).
AID STATIONS
We will have 2 aid stations on course - one at the Start/Finish line and one approximately half way through the 12.5K loop. Aid Stations will feature water, electrolytes, fruit, sweets and salty snacks. Should you have a dietary restriction or a favourite drink/snack, please feel free to supply your own. Once your race is completed you can visit the aid station at the Finish for additional snacks.
DROP BAGS - 25K/50K
The Start/Finish area will have ample space to allow for runners to leave a drop bag (at your own risk) that you can access after your first or later loops. We will set up a 10 x 10 tent specifically for this purpose close to the loop exit point.
Virtual Run
Live too far away? Schedule conflicts? FOMO? No problem! Sign up for our virtual event and we will send you our custom medal and cool running socks so you can participate any day, anytime, anywhere! Virtual Run Packages will be mailed early summer via Canada Post.
The centre SPINS!
Important Stuff...please read!
- Race Distance Changes - you can change your distance as long as the new distance isn't sold out. Until July 8, please login to your Race Roster account and a transfer option will be visible - admin fee of $1.95 plus any difference to upgrade. Once the race is sold out, changes will be handled on a case by case basis by Gotta Run Racing.
- Refunds are not allowed.
- Dogs, strollers, hiking poles are prohibited on course.
- Headphones - we STRONGLY discourage the use of in-ear headphones as it is your responsibility to be fully aware of your surroundings at all times.
- Chip Timing will be provided by Enfield Timing
- Earl Rowe offers overnight camping facilities - check out your options here
Contact information
- Name
- Jodi McNeill
- gottarunracing@gmail.com
- Phone
- 5192177867
