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Race Day Information

The WFPS Half Marathon course is certified by Canada Athletics. The 5k, 10k and half marathon will all start and finish at the Canadian Mennonite University North Campus, located at the intersection of Shaftesbury Boulevard and Grant Avenue.

Distances will be marked in both Miles and Kilometers throughout the course. Mile markers will be placed at every mile. There will also be course officials helping runners stay on track along the way

Please see the tabs to the right for course maps.

There will be five aid stations along the full course. Each aid station will be equipped with Gatorade, water, Porta Potties and first aid personnel.

Medical support will be available along the course as well as at the Start/Finish line. If any medical concerns arise during the race, please head to the side of the course and flag down a volunteer, Race Committee Member or the Race Director so you can receive immediate medical attention

Accommodations

The Clarion Hotel Winnipeg offers special rooms rates for WFPS Half Marathon out of town guests.

To make your arrangements please call the main desk at 204-774-5110 and request the WFPS Half Marathon Preferred Room Rate for your required dates. For more information about the Clarion Hotel Winnipeg please visit their website.

Parking/Spectators

Parking is available throughout the Canadian Mennonite University campus, surrounding streets.

We have also been given permission to use the St. Paul’s High School and Shaftesbury High School parking lots.

Bag Check

Every participant will be provided a race kit bag at Kit Pick-up. Runners are encouraged to use this bag for their belongings on Race Day. Please write your name and bib number on the bag, as bags will be organized by bib number at the Bag Check.

Bag check will be located in the large gymnasium inside Canadian Mennonite University. Bags will be stored safely inside while you enjoy your run.

Race Kit Pick-up

Race kits can be picked up in the 2nd floor boardroom at the Canadian Mennonite University North Campus located at 500 Shaftesbury Boulevard.

Pick-up times:

Thursday, October 17, 2013 between 9:00 am and 7:00 pm.

Friday, October 18, 2013 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

If you cannot make it to the pick-up times, please make arrangements for someone to pick your kit up for you. They will need your bib number.

Runners bib numbers will be posted on a wall at Kit Pick-up, arranged by alphabetically by last name.

Schedule of Events

Start
8:00 am Half Marathon Start
8:30 am 10K Start
8:35 am 5k Start

Subway Breakfast
After a good morning run, all runners need to refuel. Subway is providing a selection of mini sandwiches, parfaits and cookies to ensure your tummy is full before you leave our race site.

In addition to the delicious Subway treats there will be a variety of juice, fruit, yogurt, milk, hot beverages and other healthy snacks.

Breakfast is included with registration for all runners. Volunteers also receive breakfast in thanks for the hard work they’ve done.

The Subway Breakfast tent will be open from 8:30am to 2:30pm.

Awards Presentation
The awards presentation will take place at 10:30 am. Awards will be handed out for the top three males and top three females in each event – Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. There will also be awards for each age class.

Race Day Check List

Even veteran runners can forget some of their supplies in the excitement of preparing for the event. Use the checklist below to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy our event to the fullest.

Hat/hairband/sweatband
Chosen shirt
Extra shirt
Bib/chip
Pins/bib holder
Chosen shorts
Socks
Extra pair of socks
Shoes
GPS/Garmin/Nike+/HR Monitor
iPod
Ear phones
Band aids/nipple guards
Sweat pants
Hoody/windbreaker
Gloves
Tights
Long sleeve shirt
Power gels
Water bottle
Lip balm
Sunscreen