Bob Trudeau Memorial Spring Run Off

10 km Race

5 km Race

• Start Time: 10:20 AM
• Details:
  • A fast and fun course—great for kicking off your running season!
  • Certified out-and-back route along the Rivers Trail.
  • Route available on Strava: SRO 5k | 5.0 km Road Running Route.
• Fees:

  • Dates fees change	19 and Under	20 and Over
    Prior to 03-MAR-2025	$25	$35
    Monday 03-MAR-2025	$30	$40
    Saturday 08-MAR-2025	$35	$45

  • Registration closes at 8:00 PM on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Awards

10k Awards

• Cash prizes for overall top 3 (Male, Female, Non-Binary):
  • 1st: $100 | 2nd: $50 | 3rd: $30.
• Medals for top 3 in each age category (Male, Female, Non-Binary).
• Points toward the Interior Running Association Road Race Series.
• Special gifts for the youngest and oldest racers.

5K Awards

• Cash prizes for overall top 3 (Male, Female, Non-Binary):
  • 1st: $100 | 2nd: $50 | 3rd: $30.
• Medals for top 3 in each age category (Male, Female, Non-Binary).

Door Prizes

• Racers and Volunteers: Check the Door Prize table in the Henry Grube Education Centre.

Volunteers

• Help make the event a success! Contact the Race Director at BobTrudeauMemorialSpringRunOff@kamridgerunners.org.
• Interior Running Association series points will be awarded to volunteers.

Bob Trudeau, a remarkable individual, left an indelible mark on the Kamloops Ridge Runners community. As a leader within the group, he shared his passion for nature, guiding fellow runners through park trail systems and access trails that revealed lofty views of the Kamloops valley. Bob’s intelligence, joyfulness, and commitment to healthy neighborhoods extended beyond running. He actively participated in the Northshore Business Association Board, advocating for a better community.

Bob’s love for the environment was evident in his role as a retired forester. His dedication to running took him to various events across British Columbia, including the Two Okanagan International Marathons, Peach City Half Marathon, Victoria Marathon, 5 Peaks Trail Running Series, Mount Robson Marathon, and more. He even volunteered for local races like the Spring Run Off and Blackwell Dairy Run, always adding a touch of fun by dressing up in costumes.

As a new grandfather, Bob cherished moments with his grandchildren, holding them during walks and reading to them. His home, nestled in a spacious backyard adorned with flowers and gardens, reflected his naturalist spirit. Bob designed the house himself, emphasizing the color green both inside and out. The bright green kitchen and the darker pine green exterior mirrored his love for nature.

Bob’s commitment extended beyond running and design. He championed the cause of Multiple Myeloma, organizing fundraisers and walks to raise awareness and support for this cancer. On his 60th birthday, he ran an impressive 60 kilometers alongside his Ridge Runner friends, demonstrating resilience and determination. The celebration that followed, complete with pizza, was a testament to his zest for life.

So, let’s lace up our running shoes and honor Bob’s memory by racing or volunteering and eating pizza together!