Chad's Day for Change Urban Trail Race highlights the east end of our stunning river valley trail system, with a single track and double wide trails and distances for every appetite. The race starts from Gold Bar Park and takes you out on 3 different loops: a 12Km loop to Dawson Park, a 12Km loop crossing the North Saskatchewan River into the Sunridge Ski Area, and a 10Km loop through Goldstick Park. Each loop passes by some of Chad's favourite fishing spots, the trails he frequently used playing catch with his pooch Eli, and the parks where he'd catch frogs with his daughters Brook-Lyn and Taylor.
The Race has a variety of distances to choose from:
-34Km solo
-34Km relay (3 runners)
-21Km Half Marathon
-12km or 10Km single loop solo (you pick your favourite!)
-5Km walk/run
-1.2Km kids event
This event is held to honour the life and memory of Chad Evans, who we tragically lost on August 13, 2023 to suicide. Our goal is to raise awareness of men's mental health issues, start conversations for so many men who suffer in silence, and spread awareness of the groups that support them. HeadsUpGuys is an the online platform providing life saving resources and education to help our men battle depression and suicidal thoughts. It empowers them to begin to heal, all while maintaining their anonymity. In our first 2 years we've been able to raise $17 400 to support their mission, let's see what we can add this year to help the cause. Each registration has a $10 add on for HeadsUpGuys and an option to donate more. And the Kids event will be only a minimum $5 donation with no other fees! All finishers will receive a finishers medal, and all except the kids event will get a shirt! Please visit HeadsUpGuys.org to see and share everything they have to offer the men that really need it.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Fun Walk/Run
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A pleasant 5K loop through the trails of Gold Bar Park, and a great way to hammer out a fast 5K or enjoy a leisurely stroll with friends and family to support a great cause
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Register for 5K Fun Walk/Run$80.00
Early bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$90.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Leg 1 - Dawson
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Leg 1 is our flattest loop, taking you out along the river to Dawson Park and back. 12K total with a mix of paved and dirt trails, and just a touch of some fun single track
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Register for Leg 1 - Dawson$90.00
Early bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$100.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Leg 2 - Sunridge
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This 12K loop will take you across the river, where you can stretch your legs out for a nice warm up before crossing over to Sunridge Ski area where you get to explore their trails without the snow before heading back
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Register for Leg 2 - Sunridge$90.00
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$100.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Leg 3 - Goldstick
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For those that love the ups and downs of some gorgeous trails, this one is for you. Coming in at 10K, don't let it fool you, these stunning trails may be the most difficult of the 3 loops (and maybe the prettiest too)
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Register for Leg 3 - Goldstick$90.00
Early bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$100.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Half Marathon
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For the passionate halfers- test yourself on our scenic half marathon distance combining legs 2 & 3
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Register for Half Marathon$100.00
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$110.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Relay- 34K
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Team up and get er done! Split up the 3 legs between 2 or 3 runners
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Register for Relay- 34K$75.00
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$85.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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34K Solo
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The full event for those with big appetites, and big (or crazy) hearts!
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Register for 34K Solo$110.00
Early bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$120.00Apr 1 – Aug 5
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Celeste Ramage
- Website
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