Author: andrew

Trail elves at work (it never ends!)

Ever wonder what Santa’s Elves do in their off season?… and how they pass the summer? Well they make themselves moderately useful by keeping the North Shore trails clear of downed trees and branches! Have a look-see at some of their handiwork from near Nelson Creek, on the initial section...

Trail update – situation near Start line and Glenmore Drive

Just over a week away from Race Day and there are some surprises on the Baden Powell Trail which we’re working on: A big tree is down on the trail about 20 minutes from the start line, a few minutes past the footbridge. We’re hoping to remove it tomorrow. There...

She said – June 30 trail run report

Duct Tape and Kind-Hearted Folks So my question is: what do you carry in your hydration pack? I thought I had the basic necessities for our run over Black Mountain, but clearly I was not prepared in the “patch and repair” department. Our day started great. We were greeted with...

Banquet information and RSVP instructions

Hello, Knee Knacker Runners, Volunteers and Guests! Here are the details for the 2013 Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run Celebration Banquet: RSVP Needed Volunteers, please RSVP to your captain or coordinator by Sunday, July 6. Runners, please RSVP to Bev McKenna by Sunday, July 6.  Your RSVP should indicate if...

How do you get to the start / busses / banquet?

With less than two weeks to go until race day, we’ve been asked some basic – but very important – questions about race day. Like how to get to Parkgate Community Centre where the banquet is held. So to make sure that you get where you need to be on...

25th anniversary banquet celebration

This year’s 25th running of the Knee Knacker Trail Race is sure to be very special! The Race Committee has planned many special tributes to honour this year’s run. This year’s banquet will have some unique prizes, special displays, and very important guests to commemorate our 25th anniversary. I am...