Lakou Backyard Ultra
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Event Overview
The Lakou Backyard Ultra is a running event located in Spruce Grove, Alberta, Canada. As part of the River’s Edge Running Series, this race is organized entirely by volunteers. The event serves as a fundraiser for Olive Tree Projects, a non-profit organization operating in Haiti.
The race lives up to the "backyard" name literally, as it is held on the private grounds of the race director's home. The setting provides a gathering place for participants to engage in a traditional backyard endurance format.
Course and Format
The event features a specific loop distance for participants:
- 6.7 km "Yard" Loop
Following the standard backyard ultra rules, each loop must start precisely on the hour. Runners are required to complete the 6.7 km circuit within sixty minutes to remain eligible for the next lap. The cycle continues hourly, demanding consistency and endurance from all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
