Hatley Castle 8K
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Event overview
Hatley Castle 8K is part of the Vancouver Island Race Series and takes place at Hatley Castle on Sooke Road in Victoria, BC. The event is listed as an 8-kilometre race, and the series includes distances that range from 5 km to the half-marathon. The listing shows 102 participants registered for this edition.
Course and rules
The course is described as hilly, traffic-free, and includes a significant amount of trail; the final 2 km is flat and downhill. The Hatley Castle 8K is measured to World Athletics standards for accuracy but is not record-eligible. Events in the series are open to runners, racewalkers, walkers, and wheelchair athletes only. The following are not permitted - roller blades, strollers, cycling, or other non-official forms of transport. Pets are not allowed to accompany participants, with the exception of registered guide dogs. Visually impaired participants accompanied by a guide or guide dog must start at the back of the field. The use of headphones is strongly discouraged and may lead to disqualification if a competitor impedes others or cannot hear instructions.
Registration and fundraising
Regular registration and late registration prices are listed as $45.18 and $55.94 respectively. Online registration will close on Friday, February 21. Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The event lists KidSport BC as a fundraising partner; current donations shown are $33.84 toward a $3,000 goal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
