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5.5 KM Race/Run/Jog
8.5 KM Race/Run/Jog
The Wapiti Bush Run was founded in 2015 by local coach Harvey Weber. Its inaugural year was a tremendous success, drawing more than 120 participants, and the event continued annually until 2017.
This event offers a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while taking in the stunning autumn scenery of the Fort à la Corne Island Forest. The Melfort Cross Country Ski Club maintains nearly 20 km of trails year‑round for everyone to enjoy.
Join us for an unforgettable experience!
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Registration fees
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2.5 km Fun Run - ADULT
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
2.5 KM Fun Run – Cabin Trail to Skate Trail Loop If you're new to trail running or are just looking to enjoy some time on our beautiful Island Forest trails, this is the event for you. This is a 2.5 km "ish" gentle loop with little elevation change. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 2.5 km Fun Run - ADULTCA$59.97
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$69.93Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$74.98
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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5.5 km Race/Run/Jog - ADULT
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
5.5 KM Race/Run/Jog – Ridge Trail to Skate Trail Loop This is an opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the beautiful view from the top of Ridge Trail. After an enjoyable run through a beautiful mix of parkland and boreal forest, it's time to climb to the top of Ridge Trail. If you don't mind some hills and enjoy a great view, this is the run for you. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 5.5 km Race/Run/Jog - ADULTCA$59.97
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$69.93Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$74.98
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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8.5 km Race/Run/Jog - ADULT
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
8.5 KM Race/Run – Ridge Trail to Jackpine Trail to Skate Trail You might have to dig deep for this one! This event includes the hilly climb to the top of Ridge Trail, drops down to the Cabin station and then hits the Jackpine Trail rollercoaster. After Jackpine, the 2km run home on Skate Trail will give you space to open up. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 8.5 km Race/Run/Jog - ADULTCA$59.97
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$69.93Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$74.98
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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2.5 km Fun Run - YOUTH
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
2.5 KM Fun Run – Cabin Trail to Skate Trail Loop If you're new to trail running or are just looking to enjoy some time on our beautiful Island Forest trails, this is the event for you. This is a 2.5 km "ish" gentle loop with little elevation change. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 2.5 km Fun Run - YOUTHCA$49.95
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$59.97Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$69.93
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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5.5 km Race/Run/Jog - YOUTH
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
5.5 KM Race/Run/Jog – Ridge Trail to Skate Trail Loop This is an opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the beautiful view from the top of Ridge Trail. After an enjoyable run through a beautiful mix of parkland and boreal forest, it's time to climb to the top of Ridge Trail. If you don't mind some hills and enjoy a great view, this is the run for you. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 5.5 km Race/Run/Jog - YOUTHCA$49.95
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$59.97Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$69.93
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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8.5 km Race/Run/Jog - YOUTH
Price changes in 1 month 8 days-
8.5 KM Race/Run – Ridge Trail to Jackpine Trail to Skate Trail You might have to dig deep for this one! This event includes the hilly climb to the top of Ridge Trail, drops down to the Cabin station and then hits the Jackpine Trail rollercoaster. After Jackpine, the 2km run home on Skate Trail will give you space to open up. Early Bird and General Registration include a hot lunch with dessert, a beverage, a swag bag with a signature Wapiti Bush Run toque.
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Register for 8.5 km Race/Run/Jog - YOUTHCA$49.95
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 2 – Jun 14 -
CA$59.97Jun 15 – Jul 31
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CA$69.93
Late - Swag Unavailable
Aug 1 – Aug 14
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Fort à la Corne Island Forest offers a quiet, authentic boreal‑forest experience—wide skies, sandy trails, mixed woodland, and abundant wildlife—ideal for visitors seeking space and solitude. The Gronlid Cross Country Ski Trails are located approximately 46 km north of Melfort and just a 10‑minute drive from Wapiti Regional Park and Ski Resort.
Fort à la Corne Island Forest is one of only two unique provincial “island forests” in Saskatchewan, surrounded entirely by farmland. This distinctive landscape showcases a remarkable transition between parkland and boreal forest, shaped by ancient glacial activity. Known for its spectacular year‑round views, the Ridge Trail follows the southernmost esker of the Narrow Hills formation, offering elevated scenery unlike anywhere else in the region.
Well‑maintained trails wind up and down gentle ridges through a beautiful mix of birch bluffs, leafy aspen groves, and deep pine forests, creating a peaceful wooded retreat within the prairie landscape. Because this forest stands alone amid agricultural land, wildlife is often more concentrated here than in surrounding areas. Visitors should treat the area as active wildlife country and be prepared for possible encounters.
Please help protect this unique and special place by practicing Leave No Trace principles during your visit. Outdoor bathroom facilities are located on site.
Maps with elevations will be available in the future. In this version, the 2.5 KM Fun Run Powerline connector between Cabin and Skate are not shown. Distances will be GPS updated along with elevation data.
Pre-Race:
- Race packages can be picked up at 8:30 - 9:30 am the morning of the race at the starting line.
- Pre-race briefing will at 9:45 at the start/finish line
This Off-Track Event has been sanctioned by Saskatchewan Athletics
Post-Race:
- Race cut-off time is 11:30
- Post-race refreshments will be given after the race at the finish line.
- For runners who registered for the run or purchased extra lunch tickets for family or friends by August 15th, there will be a luncheon held at the Gronlid Hall following the race starting at 12:00 Pm.
- Awards for the top runners in the 8.5 km and 5.5 km will be presented at 1 pm at the Gronlid Hall. Other awards will be presented at this time as well.
- The Bear's Ben at the Gronlid Hotel will be open for people 19 plus to a beverage after the luncheon.
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals for the top 3 males in 8.5 km run.
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals for the top 3 females in 8.5 km run.
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals for the top 3 males in the 5.5 km run.
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals for the top 3 females in the 5.5 km run.
These medals will be given out about 1 pm.
Please plan to attend if you are receiving a medal.
Plus, there will be other "special awards" given out at this time as well.
Accommodation:
- Outerbanks Cabins and Chalets are incredibly comfortable accommodations that are very near the event location. The Outerbanks | Luxury Country Chalets
- Wapiti Regional Park Campgrounds are also located close by. Please confirm availability in advance. Wapiti Valley | Saskatchewan Regional Parks
Contact information
- Event contact
- Martin Green
- Phone
- 306-920-9950
- Website
- Visit website
