ATHLETE INFORMATION​
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How do I sign up?
Go to Ultra Sign Up on December 1, 2024
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=120524
And reach out to the Survivorfest Team if you need anything to make your race day go smoothly.
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I am participating in the event on a 2 person relay team. How does the relay work? Do we both get timing chips? Are we both running at the same time or is it one person at a time?
Regardless which relay event (6, 12, or 24 hours) or how many members are on your team, your bib will have a "passive" chip. You don't have to worry about passing a timing chip. Only solo athletes are wearing 2 chips (passive and active) as they may be breaking records or/and qualifying for national teams. A "passive' chip is on the bib, and an "active" chip around your ankle or wrist.
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When does registration close?
ALL registrations close on June 10, 2025 at 11:59 pm MST
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When and where is RACE PACKAGE PICK UP?
Friday, June 13 at 4:00 to 8:00pm at Strathcona Athletic Park, 1100 N Cloverbar Road (past the rink)
Please note: RD Laura will be unavailable from 5:30pm-7:30pm due to the Kids' Races.
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My race doesn't start at 9am on Saturday. Do I still need to pick up my race package on Friday?
We would prefer you to pick up on Friday but we also understand. Please just contact Laura rd@survivorfest24.com to verify. ​
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When can I set up my tent? Can I use stakes or tent pegs?
Saturday June 14 at 7:00am. Our team will be on site at 6:00am but WE NEED TIME TO SET UP OUR EQUIPMENT, please respect this rule.
Absolutely NO STAKES OR TENT PEGS are allowed!! No exceptions due to the irrigation system at this facility.
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Where can Loop B athletes put their tents?
​Athletes on our longer Loop B can use our Lost Souls Crew Pit (the rink which is a cement floor and less busy) or the grassy areas outside the track (full track vibe with music). NO STAKES OR TENT PEGS are allowed!
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I'd love the opportunity to apply for my national team with the results from this event not sure what if any extra steps need to be taken?
If you're aiming for this and/or an official record (age/gender/national), please contact your national running organization. Here in Canada, it's the Association of Canadian Ultramarathoners. Please contact them to confirm your standards, then let us know—we’ll handle ACU paperwork and MCM Timing validation.
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Special Instructions for the Kids Fast Feet Fridays and Survivorfest Kids Race
The registration platform Ultra Sign Up is geared more for adults. Please add your kid(s) as a "Guest". This should allow you to sign up someone without them having an Ultra Sign Up account.
Go to the event's registration page. Scroll down to the very bottom of the list of events. When prompted to sign in, click "Register as a Guest" (on the right side of the screen). Enter the athlete's name, your email, and other required details.
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WHAT IS FAST FEET FRIDAYS? Since 2024, we have held a free and fun 6 week program for kids aged 4-16 to encourage and prepare them for the Survivorfest Kids' Races. This year our program filled up fast and we closed registration at 150 kids.
MORE FAQS ABOUT THE KIDS RACES....
What are the race distances for the age groups?
Ages 4-8 run 400m (Loop A - once around the track), ages 9-12 run 1600m (Loop B - around the track then onto the sidewalks near Bev Facey and FR Haythorne schools), ages 13-16 run 2000m (Loop B and Loop A). Please see detailed Track Maps on this site.
Our boys are 4 and I just wanted to confirm they’d be racing with their own age? The 4 year olds will be running together with all the kids aged 4-8. We'll try to let the older kids go a bit ahead so the older kids don't trample the younger ones.
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Is there any hotels associated with the race?
Yes Ramada Inn Sherwood Park is our GO TO HOTEL. Please contact krysten.kamminga@jaffergroup.com directly. They are offering our athletes a discount PLUS they have donated $500 towards our event. ​
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When does the race start?
Kid Races are all on Friday starting at 6 p.m. 400m (ages 4-8) at 6 p.m. 1600m (ages 9-13) at 6:30 p.m. 2km (ages 14-16) at 7 p.m.
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Adults (Anyone under 18 is required to sign a special waiver)
The 24 Hour event starts at 9:00 a.m. (MST) on Saturday, June 14, 2025
The 12 Hour event starts at 9:00 a.m. (MST)
The 6 Hour events have 3 different start times:
1) Saturday: 10:00 a.m. (MST)
2) Saturday: 6:00 p.m. (MST)
3) Sunday (June 15): 2:00 a.m. (MST)
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Is there a pre-race package pickup?
On June 13, 2025 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at Strathcona Athletic Park, 1100 N Cloverbar Road, Sherwood Park, Alberta
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Can you participate in a team?
YES! On our IAU Bronze Labelled Loop B measuring a 1.6965km loop. We have added 6 Hour (Team of 2 or 3), 12 Hour and 24 Hour Relay events (Teams of 2-6). Your team gets to strategize on how many team members and what they are running. Your bib will have a chip on it so you don't have to worry about passing a timing chip. You will each have your own bib with the same number. It is one person at a time. You can rotate every 2 hours or one athlete can even choose to run more hours than anyone else. There are countless ways you could DO IT!! You will follow the other athletes when they do the turnaround/change in direction. This will happen at the 4 hour mark (3 hour if you're in the 6 Hour relay) - 1PM, 5PM, 9PM, 1AM, 5AM. ​​​​
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How can I prepare for Survivorfest?
Please go watch our Survivorfest Running Event YouTube videos https://www.youtube.com/@SURVIVORFEST
2025 Athlete Orientation.
2024 Live Broadcast So you'll see what your family, friends and fans will be seeing at home https://www.youtube.com/live/bRV7ZSlgqPo?si=6FOw9lKENbuEH1io
Dynamic Duos with Dave Proctor and Wayne Gaudet https://youtu.be/sDEULnul3PI?si=-qMEArji6DSlxY9c
or Brenda Dryer and Andrea Gibson https://youtu.be/lCGuvuxkrag?si=NT69nbmby81PaCwU
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We have had some great athletes who have showcased our event in their own videos.
Del's Jogs with Dogs, by local athlete, Del Salt. Our 2022 Survivorfest Track & Trail Woman Champion , shares the top tips to keep you comfortable and pumped during our race!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTX2y22HV1k&t=190s
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Mike MacKenzie, shares his experience in 2022
https://youtu.be/vBSgIK27FiY?si=SbCC8NmP-6VV3fbz
and then when he accomplished the EARTHGROOVE Epic Vibe Share Double Slam by accomplishing the Klondike Ulra 50k and Survivorfest 6 Hour
https://youtu.be/Vt4Jltl3X3o?si=KQL7Su3yIiN6_5n-
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How will the event be timed?
Mike Melton from MCM Timing Ltd is travelling from Florida. His is known all over North America for his ability to time these complicated events. The results from athletes all over the world speak for themselves. ​
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In 2023, three women broke 5 national records. Kathia Rashed set two new Lebanon women’s records by running 200km, as well as running 201.5km in 24 hours. Catrin Jones broke the 6 -hour Canadian women’s record with 78.571km and the 50-mile Canadian record in 6:08:16. Carla Rodriguez Dimitrescu set a new Women’s 6-hour Mexican record with 66.268km. Michel Leblanc, Richard MacDonald and Tim Higham qualified for the 24 Hour National team. 14 athletes earned 100 mile belt buckles.
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In 2024, Carla Rodriguez Dimitrescu returned to break the Women’s Mexican National 12-hour record with 119.4kms. Wayne Gaudet captured 5 records for the 65-70 Men’s category: 100k in 10:35:57, 12-hour record in 111km, 100 mile in 17:46:49T and 24 hour record in 202.892km. 11 athletes earned 100 mile belt buckles.
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Virtual athletes are responsible for their own timing. Athletes can use a continuous GPS recording of their choice, such as Strava, Garmin or Coros.
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Can I use Survivorfest Virtual Running Event to qualify for my National Team or International
Association of Ultrarunners (“IAU”) World Championship races?
Yes, we have submitted all the necessary paperwork to obtain our IAU designation.
In 2019, the following athletes were able to use our event to qualify for the 2019 to attend the IAU World 24 Hour Championships: Oleg Tabelev & Stephanie Simpson.
In 2021, despite COVID, Wayne Gaudet used our course in our virtual event to qualify for the 24 Hour Canadian National team.
In 2022, Amanda Nelson set two NEW Canadian records, the 12 Hour Women's Record = 134.025 km and 100 Mile Women's Record at 14:45:51.
In 2023, Michel Leblanc, Richard MacDonald and Tim Higham qualified for the 24 Hour National team. 14 athletes earned 100 mile bet buckles.
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Learn more about our incredible national organization the ACU (Association of Canadian Ultramarathoners) in this interview with President, Bernadette Benson, and vice President, Tim Highamhttps://youtu.be/j5Ec5QlOm0I?si=fbVXkVn2H8Ha6_s1
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How do I Confirm my Registration?
Contact the Race Director at rd@survivorfest24.com
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Is there an Age Restriction on Any of the Events?
Athletes under the age of 18 will be required to have a parent sign a personalized waiver prepared by our sponsor Simpson & Associates LLP.
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How do I withdraw from the event---due to an injury and will I get any money back?
All race fees are non-refundable - all profits from the event are donated to the Saffron Centre
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As an athlete, do I have to get pledges and/or fundraise?
No. But we will have prizes for each division - 6 Hour, 12 Hour and 24 Hour. If you are registered in one of our 24 Hour events, you could be a contender for the Al Howie award.
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If you receive the most donations/pledges in your division, you will receive your race entry FREE!
2019’s winners were: Josh Bridger, Cara Quist, and Roslyn Bergen - CONGRATULATIONS and
THANK YOU for your support!
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2021's winner was: Janelle Schultz-Jespersen.
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2022 winner was: Mike Mackenzie.
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2023 winner was: Stephen Mater
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2024 winner was: Wayne Gaudet
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Is That a Fox for your Mascot? Or a furry?
Our mascot is a wolf called Timber. It was created by our race director's 18 year old daughter, Gwen, who loves drawing and wolves.
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Will I get a Belt Buckle if I Run 100 Miles?
Yes! To celebrate this achievement, runners who reach 100 miles during the event will receive
their own belt buckle with the exact mileage engraved on it!
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