2021 Race Update

Effective September 13th, the BC PHO mandate on Gathering and Events Order was lifted and the Central Okanagan went back to Phase III of BC's Restart Plan. Based on this, we will be hosting all three distances this fall and we have updated our Covid procedures, event outline and schedule to reflect this.

Please note that proof of double vaccination will be required to participate in the 2021 Wandering Moose. Per an email that went out to racers on  September 23rd & September 26th, runners have until September 27th at 12pm PST to request a deferral into 2002, if they are unable to meet the vaccination requirements this year.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

Course

42km. 1400m ascent. 1400m descent.

*NEW COURSE 2021* On October 2nd we were notified of two bridges that were being replaced on a section of the original 42k race course. This required us to make a last minute route change. We maintained as much of the original course as we could, while adding in some of the nicest single track in the park to make up for the missed sections. Unfortunately, this resulted in us having to remove the additional aid station that is usually at Crawford Parking lot. Runners will now need to be self supported from 13km (aid #1) to 30.5k (aid #2).

DESCRIPTION
Runners exit Myra Canyon Park and run down June Springs road for approx. 900m until they reach the turn off on a short logging road that will take them into beautiful Myra Bellevue Provincial Park. 

The new section takes runners on trails such as swamp thing, doc savage, blanchers silver and  vapour. Runners will now climb Grassy trail for the 2nd time before turning left on Outhouse trail and making their way to the 2nd and final aid station before finishing on the final 10km of the route. 

The finish is punchy. Mind you, our races always hold a little punch at then ends, don't they? here to edit.

21km. 712m ascent. 710m descent.

Runners exit Myra Canyon Park and run down June Springs road for approx. 900m until they reach the turn off on a short logging road that will take them into beautiful Myra Bellevue Provincial Park!  A favorite on this side of the park, runners will flow along Pipers and over to Lost Lake before climbing up Grassy trail and eventually turning left on Outhouse trail which is a fun and winding single track.  

Runners will hit a short piece of FSR (Hromek) down to Bailout trail, which requires a sharp right hand turn!  Bailout trail will be filled with beautiful fall colours and rolling terrain all the way to June Springs parking lot where runners will access the aid station.

From here, runners follow the 11km course to the finish and should save some jam for the final punchy climb which is new for 2021!

11km. 510m ascent. 510m descent.

Our 11km course quickly heads uphill and climbs steady for the first kilometre to the aid station. From here, the climbing continues through a beautiful forest before turning left on Angel Springs trail.

From here the trail starts descending and runners can expect more technical terrain, with lots of roots and rocks before hitting the first of four creek crossings. This time of year, the creek flows gently, allowing easy passage.

The landscapes will continue to change from shadowed moss and fern filled forest, to open, bright loamy bits of single track. 

The final stretch to the finish is less of a push and definitely more of a punch ;)

Course Markings

Nimble Bear will be marked with bright orange pin flags and arrow signs. We may use yellow Salomon flagging on sections of FSR or KVR, as well.

Details

The following information has been created following our 2021 Special Operation Plan (SOP) which has been reviewed and adapted in accordance with the guidance of Interior Health and the Minister of Health in our province. Our SOP takes into account the current Provincial Health Orders and the highest safety procedures for our participants, volunteers, staff and community. 

We will continue to monitor the the current PHO's and adapt our plan as the year unfolds, with the hopes that we will have more flexibility as we get closer to race day. Please click HERE to review our SOP in more detail. Thank you for supporting and trusting PACE Trail Series with your running experience in 2021.

Start Line

Wandering Moose is hosted from Myra Adventure Park in South East Kelowna.

• The 2021 event will have three start times.
• All runners are required to wear face covering from the start until enough social distancing is established.  
• There is a large parking lot, however we ask that you car pool where it's safe to do so as there is still limited space.
• There is overflow parking on the RIGHT hand side of road heading into of the park, but NOT BOTH. This is also part of the race course start for the 21k & 42k courses. Thank you for your cooperation. 

Cut Off's

Wandering Moose offers three distance events over three days: 42km, 21km, 10km.
The following are the cut off and finish line closing times. 

The 42km event has two cut-­off times. 

• The first cut-off is at the 2nd aid station (June Springs parking lot) at 3:00pm.  This gives participants 6hrs to complete approx. 30km of the full 42km course. 
• The second cut-off time is at the finish line at 5:00pm, allowing participants 8hrs to complete the full 42km course. 
• If a runner arrives at a checkpoint after the published cut-­off time, they will be discontinued taken back to the finish line. 

Aid Station Information

• Runners are encouraged to wear a face covering while at Aid Stations.
• Distancing guidelines will be in place for runners waiting to access the Aid Station.
• Aid Station volunteers will safely prepare & distribute portions to each racer.
• Fluid distribution will be modified to ensure minimal contact.
• Please remove the top of your soft flask, and/or open up your hydration bladder to hand to volunteers to fill up for you. 
• You will also be required to close your own flasks and hydration bladders.
• Please bring a foldable bowl to receive food at the aid station and a race mug if you want coke or other fluids. (we don't supply bowls, plates or cups at food stations) 
• Runner extractions will occur as usual, with all Covid protocols in place (everyone wearing masks, etc). On-course crew will be provided with safety kits including sanitizer, disposable masks, disinfectant wipes, etc.
• Further, we will allow runners to use drop bags, should aid stations not be deemed a safe choice at the time of the event. 
• Distancing guidelines will be in place for runners waiting to access drops bags, as well.

Locations & More

42k aid stations
Aid #1 - KVR/Crawford junction: @ 13km
Aid #2 - June Springs parking lot @ 30.5km 
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20k aid stations
Aid #1 - June Springs parking lot @ 10km

12km aid stations
Aid #1 - June Springs parking lot @ 1.5km

Food stations will carry the following tasty goodies
- Water
​- Hammer Nutrition HEED
- Coke
- Hammer Nutrition Gels
- Chips
- Fig bars
- Rice krispie squares
- Fruit
- Pickles

Check-in / Package Pickup

• Package pickup times are assigned and listed under "schedule" below.
• Markings will be placed to encourage 6’/2m social distancing.
• Volunteers with PPE will distribute race bibs directly to each runner.​
• Participants are required to wear a mask while in the package pick up area and/or at the finishers tent.
• Runners will pick up their race bib ONLY in the morning.
• After runners finish, they can head to the finishers tent to pick up their swag and treat bag. (please bring a reusable bag for your goodies)

Schedule 

42km RUNNERS
8:00am to 8:45am: package pick up 42k runners. Racers must have ID, & proof vaccination in order to participate and receive their bib.
8:50am: race briefing for 42k runners
9:00am: OFFICIAL 42k race start. 

21KM RUNNERS
8:45am to 9:15am: package pick up for 21k runners. Racers must have ID, & proof vaccination in order to participate and receive their bib.
9:20am: race briefing for 21k runners & package pick up for 10k runners. 
9:30am: OFFICIAL 21k race start. 

11KM RUNNERS
9:15am to 10:15am: package pick up for 11k runners. Racers must have ID, & proof vaccination in order to participate and receive their bib.
10:30am: race briefing for 11k runners.
10:30am: OFFICIAL 11k race start. 

KIDS RACE
10:15am: sign on for kids race
10:35am: race briefing for kids race followed by kids race start.
Please email hannahpacetrailruns@gmail.com to let us know if your kid(s) are participating. Thank you.

FESTIVITIES
11:00am: Oven roasted Pizza and/or homemade curry. Please bring cash. Pre-order to guarantee your meal.
11:15am: finishers tent opens. Collect your swag and snack bag. Please bring a reusable bag for your goodies! 
5:00pm: finish line officially closes.

Please note: Transfer of bib numbers is strictly prohibited and you will be permanently banned from all PACE Trail Series races should you race under a bib number that is not registered to you. Thank you for your cooperation. 

Award Ceremony
Prizing and awards will be handed out to each qualifying runner as they finish.

Kids Race

Our kids race promotes fun, participation and fitness for kids under 12yrs old.  Please check your kids in to collect their bib and sign the waiver. Kids under 5yrs must be accompanied by their parents during the run.
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Each runner will receive a fun "treat" when crossing the finishing line, so please help us plan by sending an email to hannahpacetrailruns@gmail.com to let us know the names and ages of the kids participating :) Thank you.

Quadzilla

If you are still in the running to be a QUADZILLA finisher, please email us at renepacetrailruns@gmail.com by Thursday October 6th.

Two lucky runners will win free solo entries into either The Transrockies Run (6 day stage race in colorado) or The Transalpine Run (8 day stage race in the alps). SO EXCITING!

Registration

We love the PACE family and appreciate your loyalty and support. We want to do our best to offer a policy that offers better future credits for our racers, so we have updated our policies and ask that you please take a moment to read through it before signing up.  Click HERE for the fine print :)

2020 DEFERRALS

1. An email will be sent out to all 2020 registered Wandering Moose racers on or before January 16, 2021.
2. You have the choice to defer 100% of your 2020 race entry fees into one of the following years: 2021, 2022 or 2023.
3. You will receive an email providing you the opportunity for priority registration for the 2021 race. This will arrive in your inbox from Ultra Signup. It will be automatically sent to the email address you registered with in 2020. If you registered as a guest, instead of logging into your ultra signup account, you will need to check the email you used.
4. Your priority registration will also allow you to register for any distance you choose. Unlike some of the other events in our series, our Wandering Moose permit can accommodate this.
5. Priority registration applies for 2021 ONLY. Reason being; Ultra Signup does not have the ability to track rollover years, just credits on accounts. 
6. You have until January 25th to complete your registration for the October 9, 2021 event. After January 25th, your priority invitation will expire and you will need to register with the general public.
7. Based on the number of runners rolling deferrals over to 2021, will determine how many (if any) spots we will have open for the public in 2021.
8. If there are spots available, registration will open to the public on February 5, 2021.
9. Once registered for the year you choose, our standard cancellation policy will apply, unless your cancellation is COVID related. Thank you for you cooperation.

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What's Included

- custom soft-style cotton t-shirt custom design (option to opt out at registration if preferred).
- speciality coffee, locally roasted by Rifugio Coffee Roasters.
- outdoor finish line fire roasted pizza (cash only)
- donation towards the FOSS trail society per registrant.
- porta-potties.
- food stations.
- custom home-made finishers medals.  Made with love from the race organizers.  Each one is unique.  For finishers only.
- home-made prizes for the top 3 female / male finishers in each race category
- search & rescue and first aid attendance services.
- a beautiful, high quality, grass-roots trail running experience in South East Kelowna.