Race Description
Join us for an epic adventure at the 3rd Annual Selkirk Slackers Ultra & Relay in beautiful Golden, BC, on May 23th, 2026!
Discover the stunning trails of Golden, BC on our fun 6km loop Ultra.
Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or just dipping a toe into running, the Slackers Ultra is an inclusive and welcoming way to spend a May 2-4 weekend.
Run 5k, 10k, 25k, 75k, or more – the choice is yours.
Challenge yourself with 8 or 12 hrs of non-stop running, team up with a partner, or assemble a relay squad.
This event is all about our fantastic regional community of runners! Make it your own, set new goals, and achieve them with us. Rally your friends, family, and fellow slackers – 2026 is your year to conquer the Selkirk Slackers Ultra & Relay. Don't miss out!
New this year, we’re taking steps to reduce our footprint in nature — and you can help! Introducing Swag Swap: choose to skip your race swag, and we’ll redirect those funds towards Tree Canada. This not for profit has a strong reputation for planting and nurturing trees in urban and rural areas across Canada. Still want your swag but also want to give back? No problem — you’ll also have the option to donate separately!
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/>Registration opens November 01, 2025 come and be a part of this inclusive running experience.
The 5.96km km trail loop (164m ascent and 169m descent) can be completed by walking or running.
Each participant will complete as many laps as they want in the 12-hour or 8-hr time frame. The Start/Finish of each lap is at the Keith King Memorial Park where the transition zone is comprised of team tents, timing tent and aid station.
There is plenty of parking on-site as well as washroom facilities.
Teams and Solo runners are encouraged to set up their own base camps in the transition zone,
bring whatever will make your day on the trails a success! Comfy chairs, banners, cowbells and
whatever makes it fun to hang out for the day. The course goes right through the transition zone
so you can cheer everyone on!
Team members will be responsible for keeping track of their laps at the Lap Table and of course
we'll help!
Solo Runners will have dedicated volunteers to help them track their laps as they pass by the Lap
Table.
Finer Details:
12hr Racers (Solo and Team) have a 7am start time, 8hr racers have a 11am start time.
We allow last lap with 30min left before 7pm
There is no rain date. We will run in the sun, rain, snow, and sleet.
Only a "force majeure" which makes aid stations and support staff unable to function will be cause for cancellation. In the event of a cancellation, no refunds or credits will be applied to future events.
Slackers Ultra is a community-based, eco-friendly, volunteer supported event. We work closely with the Town of Golden, Golden Cycling Club, and Recreation and Trail Sites BC, to provide a safe, fun, exciting race.
No bib transfers or bandits
No littering. Pack in, pack out.
Runners must stay on the established course
No pacers
No deferrals
No refunds
No dogs for runners
Runners’ crews may meet and assist runners only at the Start/Finish area. Assistance may include food, fuel and other items the runner could use.
Have Fun!
A detailed course map will be emailed out closer to Race day.
Race Day Schedule
Friday May 22nd
5:00pm: Event set up begins, participants are encouraged to start setting up their solo and relay stations in the Start/Finish area
5:00pm-7:00pm: Race Package Pick up Starts
Saturday May 23rd at 6:00am: last minute package pick up open and volunteer meeting
6:30am: pre-Race Meeting with all 12hr participants
6:30am: Coffee Truck arrives!
7:00am: 12hr Race Begins
10:30am 8hr pre-Race Meeting
11:00am: 8hr Race Beings
12:00pm: Food Truck arrives!
7:00pm: 12hr/8hr Race Ends
7:30pm-8:15pm: Awards/Thank-yous
Race Route
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Common Q&A's
Can my child run loops as part of a team?
Absolutely! We ask that anyone under the age of 13 (unless they are part of a youth only team) run with an adult (only 1 lap counts), anyone over 16 is allowed on course solo to complete their laps.
Are you Dog Friendly?
We love dogs!! We ask that they stay in the festivities area, on leash and under control as part of your cheer squad! There will be no dogs allowed on course.
Are there Aid Stations on course?
There are no aid stations on the course, there will be water, electrolytes and food available to runners at the start/finish line but we ask that you come self contained and ready to run! If you wish to run with a hydration pack or belt, by all means! It can get hot out there mid afternoon.
I'm running the 12hr Race, do I need to run for 12?
No!! This is your race! If you need to stop and take a break, you take a break. We ask as always that you check in and out with the volunteer table so we know what lap your on, where you are on course, or if you're resting.
Are there washrooms on site?
There are washrooms and porta potties on site.
What do I do if I want to leave the race early?
We ask that you let our volunteer table know so they can note on our lap counter that you are done for the day and will not be back out on course.
How are the laps counted?
When you return from your loop you will run right up to the volunteer table where you will find your name (under your race category) there you will check beside your name and write down the time (roughly) you came in at. Either you hi-five a team mate and they head out for their loop, take a rest or perhaps your head right back out for more fun running! Always check in when a lap has been completed.
Will the race happen in all weather conditions?
You bet. Please come prepared for sun, rain, even snow! There is plenty of space in the festive area to set up a crewing space with a gazebo or tent of some sort. A spot where you, your crew and or team and spread out and get ready for a day of fun!
Are there prizes?
Always! We have draw prizes, we have best costume, best team name prizes! After the race has wrapped up we will be recognizing the Top 3 distances covered in each category.
Camping
At the moment we are investigating having a certain number of sites set aside for racers to book at the Golden Municipal Campground. More details to come.
Event's current local time: 3:38 PM MT
