Kelowna's popular campus-to-campus race returns this spring

| January 22, 2020 in Kelowna

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A half marathon stretching across Kelowna's two post secondary campuses returns this spring. 

On April 4, runners will have the oppurtunity to enjoy a scenic jog between the University of British Columbia Okanagan and Okanagan College.

The 21.1 kilometre route stretches down the Okanagan Rail Trail to the Waterfront trail before finishing at Okanagan College on KLO Road. 

However, if the half marathon distance is a bit much, runners are welcomed to takle the journey as a relay team with teams of four can compete with each person running different distances.

“In its inaugural return to the ‘campus-to-campus’ format, this run aims to unite students, faculty and staff of both campuses with the local community for a celebration of the Okanagan region,” explains Nikki Reiter, Race Director and Manager.

A barbeque featuring music, prizes, and tastings by local wineries, craft breweries and cideries, will follow the race.

Individual registration for the run costs $25 if completed online in advance (or $35 on race day) and includes a food and beverage ticket for the post-run celebration and BBQ.

As in years past, proceeds from the run will go back to students, in the form of awards and bursaries.

To register, click here

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