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2026 Loonie Loops

You're absolutely Loonie Tunes if you think this is a good idea!

2026 Loonie Loops, New Brunswick's first (and only) 24 hour trail race

Presented by: Fundy Coast Counselling & Therapy, in support of the YMCA.


NEW: Canadian law now requires businesses/organizations/groups to include any mandatory fees in the price displayed. For this reason, the advertised price for all sub-events now INCLUDES the Race Roster fees.


PLEASE REVIEW ALL DETAILS BEFORE REGISTERING

Join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026 for the 4th annual Loonie Loops - New Brunswick's first (and only) 24hrs trail party! Whether you're a runner, a hiker, fast or slow - it does not matter. Everyone is welcome to join in on this trail party! This style is not so much about who gets the most laps (although there will still be a top 3 in each category), it's more about personal goals, pushing yourself beyond what you thought was capable, and smashing that PR gong. You decide when you want a break, you decide when it's over, and you decide what pace. With an aid station every 3kms, you are in full control of your destiny! In 2024 we were very fortunate to award our first ever buckle to Cody Cooper for running an impressive 100 miles in less than 24hrs! Is this your year?


Choose your own adventure: 6hrs, 12hrs, and 24hrs

The trail, which is entirely on private land, is a 3km loop around Ashburn Lake in Saint John, N.B. The loop has 90 meters (295ft) of climbing/descending per lap on moderately technical trail. Most of the climbing happens on one small hill that takes you up to a lookout and features a great view of Ashburn Lake and Loon Island. It is an absolute gem of a trail, one that is worthy of spending 24hrs on. See pricing options below.


More details, including route information, can be found on our website:

2026 Loonie Loops

This year, we want to hear some more friendly banter being thrown around in downtown Loonie Loops, so we thought a team option for 2026 would be fun!

Here's how it will work...

To register for "Three is Key", your team is made up of 3 runners (Gender mix does not matter!).

  • 1 runner in the 6hrs.
  • 1 runner in the 12hrs
  • 1 runner in the 24hrs

Each runner signs up individually and runs their own race. At the end of the 24hrs, we will add your team laps together to determine your team total. The top two teams will take home something from SJTR.

Have a team?

  • Pick a team captain - This person will create the team name during registration.
  • The next two people can register on their own, and join the team during registration.

Don't have a team yet?

That's ok, you can join/create a team at anytime.

Let us know if any issues arise during registration.

Participants and crew are welcome to camp and/or setup their personal "aid station" the night before at a cost of $10 per participant (Crew is welcome to stay for free). 100% of the camping/setup funds go back to the YMCA Strong Communities Fund! We would prefer that you add the "camping" option during registration, but if you can't commit now, you can purchase from the store at any time before registration closes. Simply access the "store" at the top right, and purchase camping. There are no assigned sites, but lots of space. First come, first serve on your location of choice. Please note that there are no shower facilities on-site.

  1. No race day registration, deferrals, or refunds. We will offer a transfer period as soon as the event sells out.
  2. Transfers:
    1. Transferring to another runner is available to all participants (see transfer details below). Closes on Friday, September 4, 2026
    2. Transferring to another race option is available to all participants (see transfer details below). Closes on Friday, September 4, 2026
    3. Online Registration Only: Closes on Friday, September 4, 2026, or when it sells out.


NEW: Canadian law now requires the inclusion of mandatory fees and charges in the price displayed. For this reason, the advertised price for all sub-events now includes the Race Roster fees


1. Transferring to a new participant...

You can transfer your bib to anyone - $2.25 Race Roster fee (To be paid by the new participant)

  1. Find a willing participant, and get their email address.
  2. Click "Transfer" (on the left or right side of the page - Both work!).
  3. Add the new recipient's email.
  4. Initiate the transfer
  5. Complete the transfer (new participant)

Once completed the original participant is refunded their registration, and the new participant purchases the bib (plus the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee).


NOTE: The new participant must transfer into the same distance category as the original participant. After the transfer is complete, the new participant can follow the steps below if they want to transfer to a new distance, however will be subject to another $2.25 transfer fee from Race Roster.


2. Transferring to another distance (aka: sub-event)...

You can transfer to a new distance - $2.25 Race Roster fee

  1. Click "Transfer" (on the left or right side of the page - Both work!).
  2. Select the option: "Transfer to a new sub-event"
  3. Select the new distance you would like to transfer to
  4. Start the transfer

If you are transfer up (aka, more hours) your original payment will be used as a credit, and you will be charged the difference + the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee.

If you are transferring down (aka, less hours), you will be refunded any difference + the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee.


Registration fees Spots remaining: 67

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

The Walloon 6hrs Limited spots available

Includes: Race Roster Fee (NEW), $10 donation to the YMCA, a sweet swag bag, a FULLY STOCKED aid station, BBQ party, bands, and some straight up good times! Please note: No race day registration, deferrals, or refunds, but transfers are available!

  1. CA$100.00
    Mar 1 - Sep 4
    Register for The Walloon 6hrs

The Guinea Duck 12hrs Limited spots available

Includes: Race Roster Fee (NEW), $10 donation to the YMCA, a sweet swag bag, a FULLY STOCKED aid station, BBQ party, bands, and some straight up good times! Please note: No race day registration, deferrals, or refunds, but transfers are available!

  1. CA$125.00
    Mar 1 - Sep 4
    Register for The Guinea Duck 12hrs

The Hell-Diver 24hrs Limited spots available

Includes: Race Roster Fee (NEW), $10 donation to the YMCA, a sweet swag bag, a FULLY STOCKED aid station, BBQ party, bands, and some straight up good times! Please note: No race day registration, deferrals, or refunds, but transfers are available!

  1. CA$150.00
    Mar 1 - Sep 4
    Register for The Hell-Diver 24hrs

Event schedule

  • Fri, September 11, 2026 6:00 PM - Pre-Race Check-in Open
  • Fri, September 11, 2026 9:00 PM - Pre-Race Check-in Closed
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 7:30 AM - Race Day Check-in Open
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 9:30 AM - Race Day Check-in CLOSED
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 9:45 AM - Pre-race Briefing
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 10:00 AM - RACE START: All Distances (6hrs, 12hrs, 24hrs)
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 4:00 PM - Race Finish: 6hrs
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 4:15 PM - Awards: 6hrs
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 10:00 PM - Race Finish: 12hrs
  • Sat, September 12, 2026 10:15 PM - Awards: 12hrs
  • Sun, September 13, 2026 10:00 AM - Race Finish: 24hrs
  • Sun, September 13, 2026 10:15 AM - Awards: 24hrs

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Mark McColgan
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