Description
The majority of trails selected for the WITP consist of somewhat rolling double and single-track trail. The route winds through sagebrush desert and Ponderosa Pine/Douglas Fir forest. A pine bark beetle epidemic a decade ago took a heavy toll on Ponderosa Pine so shade cover can be minimal, especially on south facing slopes. Approximately 0.75km of graded gravel road is necessary on each lap to traverse between trail heads. There are a few short but steep sections on the course requiring some care and attention to footing. Each lap constitutes approximately 860m of elevation gain. Participants should note that, although weather conditions have varied throughout the years, it can be very warm in the beginning of September with the thermometer creeping into the high 20s and even 30s.
Cancellation Policy
Once registered, the WITP does not provide either refunds or transfers to participants. There are a number of reasons for this: 1) The WITP a relatively small event; 2) Registration fees are deliberately kept on the low end of the fee scale. 3) There are "ULTRA low" early bird rates on offer providing an additional opportunity to save. 4) Cancellations penalize the RD in both time & effort and also in additional administration fees from the race provider and payment processor. Although you may not obtain a refund once registered, you may change your event distance. If you wish to move up you will be required to pay the difference of the respective race fees at the time you decide to change your registration. There is no additional fee or credit for moving down a distance.
Event Participation
Total event participation on race day is approximately 100 runners, with registration caps in each category. A waitlist will be started if the entry caps are reached.
Course Maps
See Sole Pursuit Running Website for updated maps and course info.
Pricing
Participants are encouraged to sign up prior to the last month to take advantage of lower pricing, ensure a spot and to make the RD's job easier in planning for the event.
BC Athletics Members
As a Sanctioned BC Athletics event there is a discount available for BC Athletics COMPETITIVE Members ("Training" membership does not qualify) in good standing during the year event.
Volunteering
The WITP is a relatively small event with a reliable returning group of helpers but we are usually looking for a little extra help around (flagging and flouring) and on race day (timing, aid stations and BBQ). If you have a cheering squad who is interested in keeping occupied while you run yourself ragged on run day, please get in touch with the RD. We can also use section sweeps; meaning that if you are a long-SLOW-distance kind of runner vying for the lawn chair award and your support crew would like to get in a little exercise while waiting for your sorry ass to cross the finish line, this would be an awesome way to help out.
In addition to access to the super-duper post race BBQ feast, all Volunteers will have their name entered for door schwag.... and have the added perk of being able to snack non-stop at the well stocked aid stations.
Please click on the Volunteer tab at the top of this page to sign up as a volunteer.
Event's current local time: 8:08 AM PT
