Saint Andrews Brew Co. Wharfbound 19k

Saint Andrews Brew Co. Wharfbound 19k, 11k and 5k (Year 6)

The event follows a low-tide beach course that includes sand, rocks, seaweed, mud and some road sections. Runners start at Market Wharf and run along the beach for the first kilometre to Pottery Creek, where routes split.

Distances:

• 19 km
• 11 km
• 5 km

The new 5 km Seafoam Scramble is an out-and-back beach route from Market Wharf past Pottery Cove to a turnaround below the 12th hole of the Algonquin golf course. The 11 km and 19 km routes include a short paved section before returning to extended beach running. The 19 km course crosses the tidal bar to Minister's Island, circumnavigates the island clockwise, then continues south along the beach to Saint Andrews Point and back toward the wharf.

The event is scheduled around the outgoing and incoming tide; runners must cross back over the tidal bar before the incoming tide to avoid being stranded. Participants choose their own line along the wide beach at the start allowing self-seeding in the first kilometre. Poles may be helpful. Course signage or officials will be positioned at intersections to prevent wrong turns.

Safety support includes the local fire department and county search and rescue with a sweep vehicle and boat rescue. Online registration only; fees are non-refundable. All runners must carry a cellphone and wear sturdy trail running shoes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.