The Birds Hill Trail Series is a summer, Thursday-evening, three-race series held at Birds Hill Provincial Park on Treaty 1 Land, just north of Winnipeg, Manitoba.
The Series consists of 3 races, all of which begin at 6:45 PM.
Aspen Dash 5k – June 25
Bluestem 13+k-ish – July 16
Esker 8k – August 6
Cup Free Race – Hydration and food will only be available at the finish line. There will be no water available on route and racers are encouraged to carry their own water and other supplies they may require throughout the race.
Race Day & Registration Details
Aspen Dash 5k
Thursday, June 25 (6:45 PM)
- Bib Pick-Up & Check-In begins at 5:30 PM
- Racer Meeting 6:30 PM
- Race begins at 6:45 PM
Bluestem 13+k-ish
Thursday, July 16 (6:45 PM)
- Bib Pick-Up & Check-In begins at 5:30 PM
- Racer Meeting 6:30 PM
- Race begins at 6:45 PM
Esker 8k
Thursday, August 6 (6:45 PM)
- Bib Pick-Up & Check-In begins at 5:30 PM
- Racer Meeting 6:30 PM
- Race begins at 6:45 PM
Registration
- Series Registration
- One week early-bird registration begins April 12 at 9:00 AM.
- Regular registration begins April 20 and ends May 31.
- Cost – UltraSignup Fee and tax will be added at checkout. If you would like to save $5 off registration and pay via e-transfer please email for details (joel[at]ontheedgerunning[dot]com).
- Early Registration – $135 **Only $45/race!
- Regular Registration – $150
- Limited individual race week/race day registrations are available for $65 & GST. Please contact Joel to register. (joel[at]ontheedgerunning[dot]com)
- We have a cap of 100 Series Registrations.
- Please note there are NO REFUNDS or DEFERRALS. This includes if the race is cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions or other issues such as trail closures. The majority of costs associated with the race are incurred well before race day. If you are uncomfortable with this policy, please do not register.
- BIB TRANSFERS – If you are unable to race, bib transfers are allowed to an unregistered participant. Bib transfer will only be allowed until the Sunday prior to each race. Contact Joel to make arrangements to transfer your bib.
- Photo ID must be presented at bib pick-up.
- **Please take all these details into account before registering.
Entry Includes
- Fun times with a great community of trail runners.
- Access to marked and enjoyable routes.
- Bibs with logo and name.
- First aid support on site at the finish line.
- Post-Race Goodies! Once again my Mom will be supplying homemade, lovingly prepared awesomeness for you to restore your energy after the race. If you’ve done the race before, you know what I’m talking about! #carlarocks
- Birds Hill Trail Series – Series Finisher Patch for all participants who officially complete all 3 races of the Series.
- Series Winner Awards – Points will be given for placing at each race. Each male & female runner with the most points at the end of the Series will receive special prizing. Racers must participate in all 3 races to be eligible.
**Special Note: The trails being used for the Series are notorious for wasps/hornets. If you are allergic, please be aware of this fact, take precautions and carry necessary medication.
Route & Start Location
Group Use Area #1 – Site 7
The route will be flagged with orange flagging, which you will always find on your left-hand side.
Aspen Dash 5k – GAIA Route (Downloadable GPX)
Bluestem 13+k-ish – GAIA App Route (Downloadable GPX)
Esker 8k – GAIA App Route (Downloadable GPX)
DNF’s (Did Not Finish)
If you aren’t able to finish the route or get lost, you are still responsible to get back to the finish area. While there will be volunteers sweeping the course of flagging, no one is coming along the trail to pick you up. Know the route and where you’re going!
Emergencies
On the trail, you are responsible for you! Please make sure you have enough fluids, proper gear, appropriate first aid, and know how to use it. If you see someone in trouble, please provide help.
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