Surf n' Turf
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2026 Surf n' Turf, June 18, 2026, Trenton, Quinte West, ON, Canada
The 33rd Annual Surf n' Turf is a five leg multisport relay across CFB Trenton and the Quinte area. The event combines running, canoeing or kayaking, road cycling and a pool swim, finishing with a final running leg. The total course exceeds 25 km and medals are awarded to top overall finishers.
Participation formats include:
- Tin person for single competitors
- Tinmate for two person teams
- Teams of three to six members Teams must have at least 50 percent Canadian Armed Forces members to qualify for CAF pricing.
Course distances:
- 6 km base run from Baker's Island to the canoe staging area
- 4 km canoe or kayak to Bain Park
- 15 km road bike to the RecPlex
- 500 m outdoor pool swim at the RecPlex
- 3.5 km sprint finish to Baker's Island
Key safety and rule points include mandatory life jackets on the canoe or kayak leg, helmets on the bike leg, visible race numbers, adherence to traffic laws, and pool rules prohibiting diving and shoes in the pool area. Canoe and kayak reservations are limited to military members and designated Defence personnel. The event proceeds rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
