Trail and Ale
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Trail and Ale 2026
Trail and Ale 2026 takes place on September 19, 2026 at the Blackwell Trails / Howard Watson Trail entrance, 1285 Michigan Ave, Sarnia, Ontario, Canada.
The event offers both a live option and a virtual option. The virtual event window runs from September 1 to September 18, 2026. The official live route heads north on the Howard Watson Trail from Michigan Ave and dips into Blackwell Trails.
Distances available
- 5K run
- 10K run
- 15K run
- 5K walk
The live event is timed; a chip timing bib is provided for in-person participants. The 15K is an extension of the 10K route with a turnaround before Telfer Rd and an additional water station. Kids 14 and under may participate in the 5K run or walk free with a registered adult and receive a chip timer and a medal only.
Participants aged 19 and over receive one can of local craft beer with registration, and the first 200 registered 19 plus will receive a custom beer mug. Race kit and beer pickup is scheduled for Friday, September 18 at Refined Fool, 1326 London Rd, with morning-of-event pickup available for those unable to attend the Friday pickup.
Funds raised support Rayjon Share Care projects in Haiti and the Dominican Republic in education, health care and the empowerment of women. Awards will be given for top fundraisers and for best finish times in the event categories. An after event gathering is organized behind Refined Fool at a family friendly location with non alcoholic options available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
