This race, organized by the Wainwright Runners, offers a challenging and refreshing start to your running season. Join us for either a 10km or 5km run, a 5km walk or a 2km kids run!
The route is out and back along a paved multi-use trail (Ascot and Area Recreation Trail RR#70) beside the Bud Cotton Buffalo Paddock. As you can see, the route is rolling terrain and should challenge all running abilities.
Register before MARCH 22 and you will be guaranteed a FREE Wainwright Runners LONG SLEEVE TECH SHIRT. Unisex sizes only. As is tradition, the top three finishers in each running category will receive a handmade Bison Run mug. Lodgepole Pine saplings will not be available this year.
Click HERE if you would like to volunteer.
Become a member of the Wainwright Runners and you will receive $5 OFF your registration fee.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
2K Kids Closed
Race
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$30.00Dec. 16 - Apr. 19
10K Race Closed
Online registration closed-
Race
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$50.00
Early Bird
Dec. 16 – Mar. 15 -
$60.00
Regular
Mar. 16 – Apr. 14 -
$70.00
Late Registration
Apr. 15 – Apr. 19
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5K Race Closed
Online registration closed-
Race
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$50.00
Early Bird
Dec. 16 – Mar. 15 -
$60.00
Regular
Mar. 16 – Apr. 14 -
$70.00
Late Registration
Apr. 15 – Apr. 19
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5K Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
Walk
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$50.00
Early Bird
Dec. 16 – Mar. 15 -
$60.00
Regular
Mar. 16 – Apr. 14 -
$70.00
Late Registration
Apr. 15 – Apr. 19
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Distance | Base fee | Processing Fee 6.99% +$1.99 | You pay | |
2km kids | $30.00 | 2.10 +1.99 | $34.09 | |
5km/10km (early bird) | $50.00 | 3.5 +1.99 | $55.49 | |
5km/10km (regular) | $60.00 | 4.19 +1.99 | $66.18 | |
5km/10km (registration after April 16th) | $70.00 | 4.89 + 1.99 | $76.88 |
For the 5km Run we have six categories
- under 20yrs (male and female)
- 20 yrs to 40yrs (male and female)
- Over 40yrs (male and female )
For the 10km Run we have six categories
- Under 35yrs (male and female)
- 35yrs to 49yrs (male and female)
- 50+yrs (male and female)
For the 2km Kids Run we will have four categories
- 3yrs to 7yrs (male and female)
- 8yrs to 12yrs (male and female)
For the 5km Walk we will have two categories
- Open (male and female)
These categories may be reviewed. Updates will be posted.
Swag
Register before MARCH 22 and you will be guaranteed a FREE Wainwright Runners LONG SLEEVE TECH SHIRT. Unisex sizes only.
Pick up your package at Jack's Place
Address: 218 10 St, Wainwright, AB
Time: 10am-1pm on Saturday April 20th.
For those travelling, you can pickup your package the morning of the event from 9:00-9:40am.
NOTE: An adult must accompany kids 12 years of age and under to the race site and must remain on site during the race.
Thank You!
The course is on a paved path called the Ascot and Area Recreation Trail (RR#70). Please check out the elevation graph below....... NOTE HILLS!
Due to our "Spring" weather, please try and prepare for variable conditions. Dress in thin layers but several of them to stay somewhat dry and warm! You might want to bring some warm clothes to change in to after the race.
Strollers are allowed.
Personal music is also allowed, but please be considerate of your fellow runners.
Dogs are also permitted if they remain leashed and are in the company of their owners at all times. Please also pick up after your dog.
Please park at Davco, 402 4 Ave S Wainwright, AB, and walk into the Start/Finish line.
Race location is here.
Ellis Timing is manually timing our race. All participants will receive an official time. Results will be printed on-site and will be available here.
If you placed in the top three in your category but could not pick up your award, please email wainrunners@gmail.com to arrange pick-up. We will get your award to you.
| If you are lucky enough to be one of the top three runners in your category you will win a hand painted mug by Canadian Artist Debra Cherniawsky-Durrer. http://www.artables.ca/
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Wainwright Runners Membership Discount
Remember to join the Wainwright Runners Club and get $5.00 off each Wainwright Runners event. You will have the option to join the club when you register, or use the Join Club button on the right hand side.
Fruit, muffins and bagels will be available to all participants. Refreshments will available for those who bring their own cup or bottle.
Bison Hardisty Series (3 races)
This is a 3 Race Series - BISON RUN - HARDISTY TRAIL RUN - BISON DASH
Register and run in all three races and you will earn a Bison Hardisty Series Medal. For race details and registration click the links below.
BISON DASH (will be posted soon)
Volunteers can also earn a Series medal. Example run in two events and volunteer for one event. If you are a volunteering for Bison Run or Bison Dash please register on the event page . Click the link above then click on the button that says VOLUNTEER.
Wainwright Runners Club Members receive a $5 discount on the Bison Run and Bison Dash.
A BIG THANKS to the following supporters:
 |  |  | AEROMODELLING CLUB |
Thank you to the MD of Wainwright for supporting this race. | Thank you to Jack's for providing a venue for pre-race bib pick-up! | Thank you to DAVCO for providing access to close parking. | Thank You to Aeromodelling Club for providing a venue for race day. |
Wainwright Runners reserves the right to cancel the race based on: (1) Extreme weather during the event, (2) Unforeseen circumstances that make directing the race impossible. In the case of cancellation, race entries will not be refunded. In the event of healthcare restrictions that prohibit gathering at the time of the race, the race will be switched to a virtual event.
Event schedule
- Sun., April 21, 2024 9:50 a.m. - Welcome
- Sun., April 21, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 2km Kids Race
- Sun., April 21, 2024 10:30 a.m. - 10km Race and 5K Walk
- Sun., April 21, 2024 10:40 a.m. - 5km Race
- Sun., April 21, 2024 12:00 p.m. - Awards
Contact information
- Event contact
- Leanne Lloyd or Vina Paron
- wainrunners@gmail.com
