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12KM
The 12K is the perfect introduction to Wandering Moose — This distance has proper singletrack, with plenty of technical terrain packed into a relatively short course. The race starts high on the historic Kettle Valley Railway at approximately 1,250m. You'll cruise along the KVR for roughly 2.5km, giving you a chance to settle into your rhythm before the fun begins. From there, the course drops onto the loamy trails of upper Myra Bailout before merging onto the infamous Angel Springs trail. Angel Springs is a technical wonderland of roots, rocks and gentle creek crossings where the forest shifts constantly between shadowy, moss- and fern-covered singletrack and brighter, more open sections of fast, bouncy trail. And then there's the finish... The course continues to descend and twist its way through the forest before delivering you to the finish at Okanagan Recreation Center. A short course with spectacular trails, plenty of technical terrain and a surprisingly spicy finish. Save a little pow in those quads — you'll thank us later. |
25KM
The 25K is the perfect middle ground — long enough to explore deep into the Myra Bellevue trail network, but short enough to keep the day feeling fun from start to finish.
Starting high on the historic Kettle Valley Railway at approximately 1,250m, you'll begin with about 1.5km of relatively flat KVR before turning onto Capitan Nemo towards Lost Lake and Bellevue Access.
The fun continues onto Blancher's Silver, a beautiful section of singletrack that drops steadily through the forest before connecting with Doc Savage where you'll climb back up to the KVR via Lookout and Crawford for a cruisy 6km of relatively flat running.
The course leaves the KVR and drops onto Myra Bailout, eventually joining Angel Springs for the final kilometres. This is where the Wandering Moose personality really comes through — technical, twisty and fun, with roots, rocks, creek crossings and beautiful loamy singletrack.
The final kilometres are predominantly downhill, but don't mistake that for easy. A little bit of everything, with plenty of runnable trail, a solid climb, some seriously fun descending and very spicy finish.
35KM
The Wandering Moose 35K is the big tour. Starting high on the historic KVR at approximately 1,250m, this course takes you on a long, varied journey through some of the best trails in Myra Bellevue Provincial Park. It's scenic, technical, mostly runnable and full of the little surprises that make this area so special.
You'll encounter a little bit of everything along the way — smooth, flowing singletrack, loamy forest floor, technical descents, steep climbs, rocky sections and plenty of hidden gems.
This is the full Wandering Moose experience. Big views, beautiful trails, technical singletrack, sneaky climbs and a whole lot of descending. Come prepared to run, climb, descend and smile.
Kids Race
The distance is about 1km and all ages are welcome, however we typically see kids aged 5 to 10 participate. Kids under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. It's fun event and not timed. Each kid gets a bib and finishers treat. The entry is $5 and 100% of the proceeds go towards the Canadian Mental Health Association, more specifically Georgia's Wish. Registration is online.
The 25K is the perfect middle ground — long enough to explore deep into the Myra Bellevue trail network, but short enough to keep the day feeling fun from start to finish.
Starting high on the historic Kettle Valley Railway at approximately 1,250m, you'll begin with about 1.5km of relatively flat KVR before turning onto Capitan Nemo towards Lost Lake and Bellevue Access.
The fun continues onto Blancher's Silver, a beautiful section of singletrack that drops steadily through the forest before connecting with Doc Savage where you'll climb back up to the KVR via Lookout and Crawford for a cruisy 6km of relatively flat running.
The course leaves the KVR and drops onto Myra Bailout, eventually joining Angel Springs for the final kilometres. This is where the Wandering Moose personality really comes through — technical, twisty and fun, with roots, rocks, creek crossings and beautiful loamy singletrack.
The final kilometres are predominantly downhill, but don't mistake that for easy. A little bit of everything, with plenty of runnable trail, a solid climb, some seriously fun descending and very spicy finish.
35KM
The Wandering Moose 35K is the big tour. Starting high on the historic KVR at approximately 1,250m, this course takes you on a long, varied journey through some of the best trails in Myra Bellevue Provincial Park. It's scenic, technical, mostly runnable and full of the little surprises that make this area so special.
You'll encounter a little bit of everything along the way — smooth, flowing singletrack, loamy forest floor, technical descents, steep climbs, rocky sections and plenty of hidden gems.
This is the full Wandering Moose experience. Big views, beautiful trails, technical singletrack, sneaky climbs and a whole lot of descending. Come prepared to run, climb, descend and smile.
Kids Race
The distance is about 1km and all ages are welcome, however we typically see kids aged 5 to 10 participate. Kids under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. It's fun event and not timed. Each kid gets a bib and finishers treat. The entry is $5 and 100% of the proceeds go towards the Canadian Mental Health Association, more specifically Georgia's Wish. Registration is online.
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Race Guide
Our Wandering Moose race guide is filled with all the information you need to make the most out of your event!
Schedule & Details
Date: |
October 10, 2025 |
Distances: |
35k, 25k, 12k, 1k |
Start Times: |
35km - 8:00am 25km - 9:00am 12km - 10:00am kids - 10:30am |
Pre-Race Briefing: |
Mandatory 10min before each race start. |
Location: |
Okanagan Recreation Center 4429 June Springs Road Kelowna, BC |
Parking: |
Finish Area: Car pooling is strongly recommended as parking is limited. Please obey parking marshals who will be directing traffic. Start Area: There is NO parking available on the KVR and please note - it will be much cooler at the start as the KVR sits over 1200m. |
Shuttle |
Be sure you've registered a seat on the shuttle by clicking HERE. |
Early Package Pick-Up Please note: Transfer of bib numbers is strictly prohibited and you will be permanently banned from all PACE Trail Series races should you race under a bib number that is not registered to you. Thank you for your cooperation. |
PRE-RACE PACKAGE PICK UP Friday October 9, 2026 FRESH AIR EXPERIENCE MAP 1656 Dilworth Drive Kelowna 6:00pm to 7:00pm
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Award Ceremony: |
Prizes will be awarded once the top 3 finishers are in. |
Lunch: |
Lunch is include in racers entry fees. Please hand in the tear-away portion of your race bib (which specifies your preferences entered when you registered) to pick up lunch. Vegan/GF: curry & rice No Preferences: Pizza. |
Finish Line Closes: |
3:30pm |
Race Day Transportation & Parking
There is no parking available at the KVR start area for any of the three race distances.
Runners have two options for getting to the start:
Race ShuttleShuttles will depart from Okanagan Recreation Center and transport runners to the KVR start. The drive takes approximately 10 minutes.
Shuttle departure times:
Please note: PACE Trail Runs is not responsible for wet, damaged, or lost drop bags. Please use a waterproof bag or container if your belongings need to stay dry.
If You Are Being Dropped Off
If you choose to have someone drive you to the KVR start, your driver will not be able to park at the start.
There will be a designated turnaround/drop-off area where runners must be ready to exit the vehicle. Please have all of your gear organized and be prepared to get out quickly so traffic can keep moving.
Drop-off must take place before 7:15 am.
This means that if you are being dropped off for one of the later-starting distances, you will need to be prepared to wait at the KVR for approximately 45 minutes or more before your race begins. Please keep in mind that the KVR can be quite cool in October, so come prepared with appropriate layers to stay warm while you wait.
Our recommendation: If you don't have someone available to drop you off, we strongly recommend adding the race shuttle to your registration.
Runners have two options for getting to the start:
- Take the race shuttle from Okanagan Recreation Center — $10 per person.
- Arrange your own drop-off at the KVR start.
Race ShuttleShuttles will depart from Okanagan Recreation Center and transport runners to the KVR start. The drive takes approximately 10 minutes.
Shuttle departure times:
- 35km: 7:15 am
- 25km: 8:15 am
- 12km: 9:15 am
Please note: PACE Trail Runs is not responsible for wet, damaged, or lost drop bags. Please use a waterproof bag or container if your belongings need to stay dry.
If You Are Being Dropped Off
If you choose to have someone drive you to the KVR start, your driver will not be able to park at the start.
There will be a designated turnaround/drop-off area where runners must be ready to exit the vehicle. Please have all of your gear organized and be prepared to get out quickly so traffic can keep moving.
Drop-off must take place before 7:15 am.
This means that if you are being dropped off for one of the later-starting distances, you will need to be prepared to wait at the KVR for approximately 45 minutes or more before your race begins. Please keep in mind that the KVR can be quite cool in October, so come prepared with appropriate layers to stay warm while you wait.
Our recommendation: If you don't have someone available to drop you off, we strongly recommend adding the race shuttle to your registration.
Aid Stations
Please come prepared for a cup-free and plate-free aid station experience.
Aid Stations = CheckpointsAid stations also serve as mandatory checkpoints. You must check in at both aid stations during your race.
Please ensure your race bib is worn on the front of your body and clearly visible so volunteers can quickly identify and record you.
Runner Assistance & CrewRunners may not receive assistance outside of designated aid station areas from anyone other than another registered, active runner. This rule is enforced to ensure fairness for all participants.
Crew members may provide assistance within the designated aid station boundaries, provided they do not impede other runners or interfere with volunteers or race staff.
A selection of the following will be available at different aid stations:
Aid station offerings may vary by location, so please plan to carry any specific nutrition or hydration products you know you will need.
- Bring a foldable bowl if you would like to receive food at the aid stations.
- Bring a race mug or reusable cup if you would like Coke or other fluids. No disposable cups, bowls, or plates will be provided at the aid stations.
Aid Stations = CheckpointsAid stations also serve as mandatory checkpoints. You must check in at both aid stations during your race.
Please ensure your race bib is worn on the front of your body and clearly visible so volunteers can quickly identify and record you.
Runner Assistance & CrewRunners may not receive assistance outside of designated aid station areas from anyone other than another registered, active runner. This rule is enforced to ensure fairness for all participants.
Crew members may provide assistance within the designated aid station boundaries, provided they do not impede other runners or interfere with volunteers or race staff.
A selection of the following will be available at different aid stations:
- Water
- Hammer Nutrition Heed
- Hammer Nutrition Endurolytes
- Hammer Nutrition Gels
- Fruit — bananas, watermelon, oranges, etc.
- Chips
- Fruit bars
- Gummy Bears / Welch's
- Pickles
- Coke
Aid station offerings may vary by location, so please plan to carry any specific nutrition or hydration products you know you will need.
MANDATORY GEAR
While we don't have a mandatory gear list for Wandering Moose, we do have a recommended list. Please note: we will monitor weather and update what's mandatory before race day.
- Lightweight jacket for variable weather and cold temperatures.
- Emergency Blanket
- Cap/toque (some areas are exposed to sun) and it will keep your head warm in cold temperatures).
- Extra warm layer in addition to a jacket, like a thin long sleeve base layer.
- Cell phone: portions of the course has cell coverage.
- Bear Spray.
- Gloves.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen and lip balm.
- High energy fuel and drink.
While we don't have a mandatory gear list for Wandering Moose, we do have a recommended list. Please note: we will monitor weather and update what's mandatory before race day.
- Lightweight jacket for variable weather and cold temperatures.
- Emergency Blanket
- Cap/toque (some areas are exposed to sun) and it will keep your head warm in cold temperatures).
- Extra warm layer in addition to a jacket, like a thin long sleeve base layer.
- Cell phone: portions of the course has cell coverage.
- Bear Spray.
- Gloves.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen and lip balm.
- High energy fuel and drink.
Cut-Off's
35 KM
25 KM
12 KM
- Aid Station #2 – KVR / Start Area: 12:30 pm
- Approximately 23 km into the course
- 4.5 hours from the 8:00 am start
- Finish Line: 3:30 pm
- 7.5 hours total
25 KM
- Aid Station #1 – KVR / Start Area: 12:30 pm
- Approximately 13 km into the course
- 3.5 hours from the 9:00 am start
- Finish Line: 3:30 pm
- 6.5 hours total
12 KM
- Finish Line: 3:30 pm
- 5.5hrs total
- 5.5hrs total
Washrooms
KVR start area
Finish area
Finish area
Post Race Celebration
Food
Lunch is included for all runners! Based on your pre-selected dietary needs, you will get handmade pizza or homemade curry (vegan/gf).
The removable portion of the bibs will have your preferences on it and will be used to pick up your lunch at the finish line. Please hand in the tearaway portion of your bib to make sure you get your proper order!
Lunch is included for all runners! Based on your pre-selected dietary needs, you will get handmade pizza or homemade curry (vegan/gf).
The removable portion of the bibs will have your preferences on it and will be used to pick up your lunch at the finish line. Please hand in the tearaway portion of your bib to make sure you get your proper order!
Environment
Our team has a deep love for Mother Earth and we are committed to the following sustainable practices. Thanks for helping us make a positive impact on the environment.
- Our races are cup-less. Athletes need to bring a reusable cup, or hydration pack for replenishing at aid stations and at the finish line.
- Our aid stations use compostable & recyclable containers.
- Our races provide reusable bags at package pick-up.
- We have the option to opt out of a t-shirt when registering. We work with 100% sweatshop free & eco-aware companies who are socially and environmentally responsible.
- We offer consumables, such as coffee as race swag which have compostable packaging.
- Our race bibs are recyclable. Athletes can hand their bibs in to be recycled at the finish area.
- We course mark with reusable flagging and signs.
- Our waivers are all digital and online.
- We offer recycling & composting at all of our aid stations.
- We offer recycling & composting at our start/finish line.
Registration
DISTANCE |
DECEMBER 1, 2025 |
JANUARY 1, 2026 |
12KM |
$90 |
$95 |
25KM |
$120 |
$130 |
35KM |
$140 |
$150 |
What's Included
- Custom soft-style cotton t-shirt custom design (option to opt out at registration if preferred).
- Custom PACE Trail Series shoe bag.
- Catered lunch (pizza and curry). Vegan & GF options available.
- Post race snacks.
- Cider, coffee or other tasty local commodity.
- Donation towards Friends of the South Slopes trail efforts & membership
- Custom hand-made ceramic finishers medals.
- Beautiful hand crafted awards for top 3 male & 3 female in each distance.
- Special awards for anyone participating in their 5th WildHorse Traverse.
- Custom soft-style cotton t-shirt custom design (option to opt out at registration if preferred).
- Custom PACE Trail Series shoe bag.
- Catered lunch (pizza and curry). Vegan & GF options available.
- Post race snacks.
- Cider, coffee or other tasty local commodity.
- Donation towards Friends of the South Slopes trail efforts & membership
- Custom hand-made ceramic finishers medals.
- Beautiful hand crafted awards for top 3 male & 3 female in each distance.
- Special awards for anyone participating in their 5th WildHorse Traverse.
Racers have 24hrs to request a full refund after completing registration if they don't agree with our policies. After that time, our policy goes into effect and no refunds will be issued. Thank you for your cooperation. .
Can I defer my 2026 race entry or get a refund?
PLEASE NOTE: In the event of cancellation of the event for reasons including, but not limited to, weather, forest fires, acts of nature, war, strikes or other unforeseen circumstances, PACE Sports Fitness will provide a limited refund and credit towards the next year’s event.
Can I defer my 2026 race entry or get a refund?
- We do not offer refunds.
- Registrations are non-transferable, and no credits will be issued.
- You can move down in distance however, you cannot move up in distance.
- If you decide to move down in distance, no credit will be given
- Up to 90 days before race day, we offer a 75% deferral of fees, towards the 2027 Wandering Moose. Deferrals are NOT eligible for other 2027 races.
- Between 30 to 60 days before race day, we can arrange a 50% deferral of race fees, to the 2027 Wandering Moose. Deferrals are NOT eligible for other 2027 races.
- There are no refunds and no deferrals within 30 days of race day. No exceptions.
- Full refunds can ONLY be processed for anyone who selects the optional refund insurance during registration.
- Entries can only be deferred a single time, to a single event.
PLEASE NOTE: In the event of cancellation of the event for reasons including, but not limited to, weather, forest fires, acts of nature, war, strikes or other unforeseen circumstances, PACE Sports Fitness will provide a limited refund and credit towards the next year’s event.
We know there are a lot of really great race options out there for you to choose from and it means a lot to us that you've added Wandering Moose to your race calendar. #pacefamily
