Flying Acorn Trail Run

Flying Acorn Trail Run at Squirrel Hills Trail Park

The event takes place on the community trails of Squirrel Hills Trail Park in Minnedosa, MB. These trails lie on Treaty 2 Anishinaabe territory and are also part of the homelands of the Red River Métis.

Distances offered:

• Half Marathon (21.1k)
• 10K
• 5K

Trails combine decades old double track and newly built single track, with sections of grass double track and dirt single track. The 5k route is about 5.4k with roughly 90 m of elevation, following the Perimeter Loop. The 10k is about 10.6k with ~190 m of elevation gain, featuring a gradual 2k uphill, a fast 2k downhill and a 1k climb back to the trailhead. The Half Marathon is two laps of the 10k for an approximate 380 m gain.

Two aid stations on the 10k route provide water, electrolytes and snacks, giving runners up to four opportunities to access aid; 5k runners have an aid station near halfway. This is a cupless event so participants should bring their own water bottle. First aid is available at the start/finish and on call in the park. Over ear headphones are not permitted; a single earbud is allowed.

All participants receive a custom race shirt and finisher medal. Awards are given to the top three in male and female categories. A post race pizza offering is provided and members of MATR earn UT of MB points. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.