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Survival of the Fittest

Squamish, Canada • 9 May 2026

Survival of the Fittest

Survival of the Fittest takes place on the Capilano University lands (formerly Quest) in Squamish, BC. The event features multiple distances and a separate kids race.

  • 18 km - ascent 1050 m and descent 1050 m
  • 35 km - ascent 1650 m and descent 1650 m
  • Kids Race about 1 km

Courses include climbing, descending, runnable and technical sections. They use named local trails such as Legacy, Megacy, STP, Somewhere Over There, Hoods In The Woods and Blaine's Connector, and cross two named bridges, Darwin's and Carpenter's Son. Both main distances carry ITRA points.

Aid stations are provided: the 18 km course has one aid station near the midpoint; the 35 km course has three aid station visits. Aid stations are off limits to crew and spectators and breaches may lead to disqualification. The event is cup free so participants must bring a personal cup for fluids. Hiking or running poles are not allowed. A tented bag check is available at the start finish area but is not monitored.

The Kids Race is approximately 1 km, non timed and non competitive, aimed mainly at ages 3 to 10; special kids bibs and finisher stickers are provided and adults may run with children. Each entry includes a 5 dollar donation to Squamish Search and Rescue and one tree planted locally. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

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35 km
18 km
Kids Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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