Pick & Shovel Showdown

The Callous Crow 2025 is an exciting trail racing event set in the scenic Crowbar Lake Wilderness area of Porters Lake, Nova Scotia. This challenging half-marathon spans approximately 21 kilometers, featuring rugged single-track trails with significant elevation gain. New for 2025, the race will hav..

Wild Lakes 10 is an exciting running event organized by Urban Trail Racing, set in a stunning protected wilderness area. Participants will start from the Maskwa Aquatics Club parking lot and explore scenic single tracks and beautiful lakes. This year's event encourages participants to wear Star Wars..

AO's Seaside Scramble is a 10K running event set in the picturesque Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park in Nova Scotia. Participants will enjoy a scenic route that includes a beach boardwalk and the rugged Pennant Point Trail, before returning via a fun single-track trail. The race culminates in..

The McNabs Half Marathon is an exciting trail race organized by Urban Trail Racing, set to take place on McNab's Island. This inaugural event features a scenic route that includes historic landmarks such as Fort McNab and its lighthouse, as well as picturesque beach views of the city. Participants c..

Salty 7 is a unique running event organized by Ultimate Trail Racing, taking place in Cole Harbour Heritage Park. This event features scenic gravel trails that wind along the ocean and cross hidden river bridges, as well as more challenging root-filled paths through lush forests. Participants can ch..

The AO's McIntosh 10K is a trail race organized by the McIntosh Run Watershed Association, set in the scenic McIntosh Run Single Track in the Halifax Regional Municipality. This community-focused event showcases well-maintained granite trails, promoting outdoor activity and local engagement. Partici..