Interior Running Association 2023/24 Virtual Winter Run Series

2023/24 IRA Virtual Winter Run Series

The Interior Running Association is happy to introduce the 2023/24 Virtual Winter Run Series. 100% of net profits will go to a charity which will be announced here: https://www.facebook.com/InteriorRunningAssociation/

Here's how it works:

A. Use this page to register for the series. The price of $10 is for the entire series and you can do as many or as few runs as you like.

B. The 2023/24 Virtual Winter Run Series has 6 runs over 6 weeks with two levels of challenge. For the first level of challenge, the 6 runs total the distance of a marathon (42.2 km). For the second level challenge, the 6 runs total the distance of two marathons (84.4 km). When registering for the series, each runner will select either: Level 1 challenge (single marathon) or Level 2 challenge (double marathon).

C. Run the distances listed below in the order and timeframe suggested. We recommend that you run on a safe course near your hometown. Each run must be completed and the results uploaded by midnight January 28th, 2024.

D. After you have completed each run, enter your Results by logging into RaceRoster.com or by using your name and registration number. Select the event and enter your time. For proof of completion, we ask that you upload a file/photo showing date and distance when you enter your result for each run. A distance tracking app, such as Strava, Garmin or Runkeeper, can provide the necessary data to submit, but is not necessary. If you need assistance, please contact Danny Kermode, IRA Director of Timing, at dannykermodeIRA@gmail.com

The runs in the series are:

1. Santa Toy Run 5k / 10k, December 9 - 15

   Dressed as Santa run a toy down to your local toy drive.

2. Christmas Lights 5k / 10k, December 16 - 22

   Run through the Christmas lights of your local neighbourhood. Dig out your most outrageous, over-the-top holiday sweater for your run.

3. Turkey/Cookie Burner 10k / 20k, December 23 - 29

   Get out on Boxing Day to burn off the Christmas turkey/cookies or to make room for some more.

4. Reindeer Romp 5k / 10k, December 30 - January 5

   Try and spot some “reindeer” romping on your local trails. (Note: in Kelowna they can be found on Knox Mountain).

5. New Year's Resolution 10k / 20k, January 6 - 12

   Resolve to keep running in 2024.

6. Let’s Get Down to Business 7.2k / 14.4k, January 13 - 19

   Get Ready for the 2024 IRA in-person Road Race Series with a tempo run.

E. There are no age group awards, no overall awards, and no trophies/certificates for this series.

F. There will be draw prizes:) To be eligible, participants must have completed all 6 runs. Prizes will be drawn at IRA's first race of 2024 Road Series, Vernon's Winter Carnival Mile. (Prize winners do not need to be present to win.)

G. The names of the winners and their prize will be posted on our IRA website, IRA Facebook, and IRA Instagram.