The Water Run Medicine Hat
October 7, 2023
In proud partnership with Nehemiah Construction Ministries and Badlands Training Center, we run to bring clean water to the Turkana People of Kenya. Join the fun and leave an impact! You can run as an individual, with a team, and even create your own team. We are so happy that you are partnering with us in changing lives in Kenya.
Scroll to the bottom of the page to view important event day information!
UPDATE: We are thrilled with the amount of registrations this year and thank you all for registering early! Our online registration is capped at 250 runners and we have reached our goal!
If you missed the deadline, we would still love to see you on the day of the run. Registration will be in person and you will receive all the benefits of contributing to a worthy cause, spending time outdoors with like-minded enthusiasts and enjoying the post-run sausage on a bun and snacks. However, last-minute registration will not be timed and you may not get a T-shirt or medal.
Thank you for being dedicated to raising money for the Turkana people and thank you for showing up to make a difference.
The Turkana people are an unreached, nomadic tribe living in the desert of northwestern Kenya. There are half a million people living in extreme conditions. They live in a dry and barren land with daytime temperatures reaching 50 degrees Celsius. They lack food, water, medicine, and education. The women walk up to 50 kms a day to carry 20 litres of contaminated water back for their families. The children exist on a diet of boiled maise flour and water, most of them eating only once every 2 days. 80% of all hospitalizations are due to waterborne diseases. Life expectancy is approximately 40 years. They call themselves the forgotten people...But they are not forgotten! With your help, we are bringing clean water to the Turkana. Join us this year and let's continue the amazing work that is happening in Kenya.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Youth Runner 3k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
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CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
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Youth Runner 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
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CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
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Youth Runner 10k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
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CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
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Adult Runner 3k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
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CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Adult Runner 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Adult Runner 10k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
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Virtual - Youth Runner 3k Closed
Online registration closed-
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ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
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CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Virtual - Youth Runner 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
-
ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Virtual - Youth Runner 10k Closed
Online registration closed-
-
ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$20.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$30.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$40.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Virtual - Adult Runner 3k Closed
Online registration closed-
-
ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Virtual - Adult Runner 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
-
ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
-
Virtual - Adult Runner 10k Closed
Online registration closed-
-
ClosedMar 20 – Mar 19
-
CA$40.00
Early bird pricing
Mar 20 – Jul 15 -
CA$50.00
Regular pricing
Jul 16 – Oct 5 -
CA$60.00
Last minute pricing
Oct 6 – Oct 6
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Important Race Day Information
We are pleased to announce that The Water Run 2023 is a go!
We will be having the virtual option again this year for participants who cannot make it to Medicine Hat, or just want to get creative and do their own route. It will be the same great family fun with more options and opportunities to make a difference!
If you are registering for the virtual event, please download the Runkeeper app to track and upload your results!
Please leave your furry friends at home! :)
Due to the overwhelming volume of registrations we are not able to guarantee your shirt size, thanks for your understanding.
***PLEASE READ SCHEDULE OF EVENTS****
DATE
Saturday October 7, 2023
LOCATION
The Veiner Centre
225 Woodman Ave, SE
Medicine Hat, AB
ENTRY FEES
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: UNTIL JULY 1st!! Adult $40; Kids $20 (17 & under)
REGULAR PRICE: Adult $50; Kids $30! (Online closes Thursday night.)
LAST MINUTE REGISTRATION: Adult $60; Kids $40 (Starts Friday, closes Saturday morning.)
(Race Day Registration will be available from 9:30am-10:15am for $60)
***SCHOOLS PLEASE CONTACT US TO INQUIRE ABOUT OUR SCHOOL TEAM DISCOUNT PRICING ***
It saves to register early and to guarantee a free T-shirt! Make sure to give yourself enough time to grab your bib and prepare for a 11am start!
Your entry includes:
A Water Run shirt, medal, and Swag Bag!
Race Bib with Racepro chip timing and results. Refuelling after with food and snacks. LOTS OF FUN & SWEAT!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Pickup Times / New Race Start Times
10 km: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:00am.
5km runners: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:10am
3km runners: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:20am
RACE START
Your start time is automatically triggered when you cross the start/finish line.
FINISH LINE
Athletes are encouraged to grab some water and food, and cheer the runners as they cross the finish line.
POST-RACE
Bottled water, food, and snacks will be available at the finish line. After the race, runners are encouraged to gather for prizes and a short message from The Water Run organizers.
Top 2 Male/Female FINISHERS for the 5k & 10k will win a PRIZE!
TOP PRIZES also go to top PLEDGE EARNERS for ADULTS and KIDS!
Savor the moment and then ENJOY the rest of your THANKSGIVING weekend with your friends and family!
Race Details
Race Start Times
Pickup Times / New Race Start Times
10 km: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:00am.
5km runners: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:10am
3km runners: pickup between 9:30am – 10:40am – new rolling race start 11:20am
Race Timing
In Person Event: All runners will be timed by RacePro team.
Results
Event schedule
- Sat, October 7, 2023 9:00 AM - Read Event Details for Race Package Pickup Times
- Sat, October 7, 2023 11:00 AM - Race Start!
- Sat, October 7, 2023 12:30 PM - Wrap Up & Celebratory Speech
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anon Anon | CA$5,000.00 |
| 2 | Trimount Developements | CA$5,000.00 |
| 3 | Ephraim Farms | CA$5,000.00 |
Top teams
| 1 |
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The Turkey RunnersRaised:CA$540.00 |
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| 2 |
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Badlands Burning Soles (BBS)Raised:CA$526.26 |
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| 3 |
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Vis FamilyRaised:CA$526.25 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for James
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James SmidRaised: CA$2,193.94 |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Alexa
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Alexa GroveRaised: CA$736.75 |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Lukas
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Lukas GroveRaised: CA$736.75 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Dave McIlhenney
- nehemiah04@gmail.com
- Phone
- 403.928.2526
- Website
- Visit website
