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Fletcher's Challenge

Name: Fletcher's Challenge
Start: 2025-04-18
End: 2025-04-18
Location: Nanaimo

Nanaimo, Canada • 18 Apr 2025

Fletcher's Challenge 2025 is an exciting running event taking place at Westwood Lake Park in Nanaimo, BC. The event features a challenging 17 km Trail Race and a fun 6 km Family Cookie Walk/Run, both designed to promote physical activity and community engagement. Participants can enjoy scenic trails, with the trail race offering a unique course that remains a mystery until race day. Funds raised support local programs for underprivileged youth to access sports. The event also includes an Easter Egg Hunt for children, making it a family-friendly occasion focused on participation and enjoyment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia Nanaimo

Race information

Website

17 km

17 Km Trail Race

6 km

6 Km Family Cookie Run/walk

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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