Race Details

Where & When

Start Times

2K, 5K, & 10K Run / Walk - 9:00 am
2K, 5K, & 10K Rollers - 9:30 am

Race Start

The new start line is at the Charles W. Stockey Centre.
Please note: Check in time starts at 7:30 am.

All participants are advised to plan ahead and get to the event at least 45 minutes before start time. If you are coming by car, please consider road congestion and closures.
See Parking section for details on parking locations.

Finish Line

The new finish line for each course is located in the Parking Lot of the Stockey Centre.

After the race:

Enjoy refreshments and a heart healthy breakfast
Relax with a complimentary massage by the Barrie Massage School
Unwind on the terrace and soak in the spectacular view of the Bay

Course & Maps

Course Description

The race begins at the Charles W. Stockey Centre. After a small loop, proceed onto Bay Street. Make a left onto the Rotary Fitness Trail. Follow the fitness trail to the Salt Docks. Make a left onto Waubeek Street and follow Waubeek around in front of the Water Filtration Plant. Continue straight on Waubeek Street and turn left on Georgina Street. Take a right on Marion Avenue. Right onto Wood Street down to Waubeek turn left and continue to Victoria Avenue. Left on Victoria then right onto Marion Avenue. Stay on Marion which turns into Margaret Street. From Margaret left onto Armstrong and a sharp right onto Avenue Road. Follow Avenue to the end and continue straight onto Belvedere. Don't forget to take in the magnificent view at the Belvedere Lookout before heading down Belvedere then right onto Gibson Street. Follow Gibson until left onto Oak Avenue. Follow Oak until a right onto Bay Street and back to the Charles W. Stockey Centre. 5 and 2 K end here. 10 K participants re-do the loop at the Charles W. Stockey Centre before heading back on the route.

10 K Course

The Kawartha Credit Union Route (2 loops)

For active, semi-active or casual runners and joggers. If you are unable to walk or jog 10K in under 2 hours, we strongly advise you to join the fun and take on the 5K challenge. This will prevent any disappointment at failing to meet the cut-off time of 11:30.

5 K Course

The Construction Route with MIWEL & AECON Engineering (1 loop)

2 K Course

Georgian Bay Country Route - To turn around and back

Course Map

Click here to download Course Map

Kilometre Markers

Each kilometre will be marked along the course

Water Stations

Water stations will be available at approx. every 2K.

General Event Information

Registration / Pledges Options

Option A: Register for $25 and obtain pledges amounting to:

$100 - Adult
$75 - 14-18
$50 - under 14
Family pledging Rate: Only applies to family of 4+. Each family member will obtain pledges amounting to half the minimum pledge amount for that age group.

Option B: Register for FREE! Pay $25 and collect $200 in pledges. Once you have collected $200 in pledges, bring them to WPSHC Foundation office with a note or email requesting your $25 registration fee be returned and we will refund your $25, making your registration FREE. Please click here for Details.

Highest pledger wins iPod Nano - 8GB.
The iPod will be given to the participant who raises the highest amount of pledges. Click here to check out the iPod Nano features.

How to Register

Online - Click here to register online. The easiest way to enter (see below for more details). Online registration automatically signs you up for an online e-pledging acount at PSPledge.com
Please note: the deadline is at Midnight on May 27th, 2010. T-shirt deadline is May 7. Registrants after that date will receive a T-shirt from our guesstimate order. We will do our best to match your request. Next Step: Log-in to your online e-pledging account at PSPledge.com, using the email and password submitted in the Run Registration Form.
By Mail - Complete this paper entry form, sign the waiver and mail to:

WPSHC Foundation
6 Albert Street
Parry Sound, Ontario, P2A 3A4

Please make cheques payable to WPSHC Foundation. Entries must be postmarked by May 1, 2010. Download a pledge sheet or create an online e-pledging account at PSPledge.com.
In Person - Complete this paper entry form , sign the waiver and drop off your form at the WPSHC Foundation office, or WPSHC Cardiac Rehab until May 27th, 2010. Pick up your pledge package when you register, download a pledge sheet or create an online e-pledging account at PSPledge.com.

Parking

We have permission for participants to park in the Island Queen parking lot.

Baggage

We encourage you to store your clothing as early as possible and retrieve it soon after completing the race. The organizers will not be responsible for lost items and you are advised to keep any monry or important items with you at all times. All checked bags must be collected by 12 noon on race day.

Awards Ceremony

Will take place at the Charles W. Stockey Centre at 11:00 am.

Get Ready to Participate!

The Biosphere Run - Do It For Life is the perfect way to motivate yourself to revamp your body and support our local Cardiac Rehab Patients. It's a goal setting event for us all!

Here are some tips to get you moving:

You should exercise at least three times a week for at least 20 minutes.
Get a check-up from your doctor to gauge your health.
Write down what excercise you do. This will keep you motivated.
Plan to do the exercise in the morning because it allows you to fit it in more easily and also starts your metabolism for the day.
Train with a friend or pet. They will help to ensure you do it.
No Pet or Friend? Get a pedometer and count your steps.
Take a drink and/or energy bar with you to keep yourself hydrated and to pass faster.
Follow the Map and train on the course route so you can moniter your progress.
Above all, have fun. If you don't enjoy it, don't bother.

Raise your pledge commitment in a week. That's right $100 in just 7 days.

Day 1 - Sponsor yourself $10: $10

Day 2 - Ask two family members to sponsor you $5: $20

Day 3 - Ask five friends to contibute $5: $45

Day 4 - Ask five co-workers / neighbours to contibute $5: $70

Day 5 - Ask five people from your social or sports group to contribute $2: $80

Day 6 - Ask local merchants to sponsor you $2: $90

Day 7 - Ask your boss for a company contribution of $10: $100

It's that simple!