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Hit the trails in Killarney this weekend

Inaugural Killarney Mountain Lodge Fall Classic is this Sunday
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The Killarney Mountain Lodge Fall Classic is set to take place on Sunday, Oct. 2. Photo: Facebook

One of the province's most scenic areas will host a run on Oct. 2 with the inaugural Killarney Mountain Lodge Fall Classic.

The run is set to take place on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 8 a.m. when the half marathon gets underway, followed by the 10km and 5km runs, commencing at 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m.

“I’ve been up to Killarney and the course is just beautiful," said Sudbury Running Room Manager, Eric Leishman.

"Lots of people like scenic events and the area is quite spectacular with amazing scenery to capture people’s attention. There’s something special about a fall run that offers both road and trail running.”

Organizers are also gearing up to fulfill more than runner’s visual senses. Killarney Mountain Lodge will host a pasta buffet the night before the Fall Classic and provide a post-run fish fry on Sunday afternoon. 

General Manager Kelly McAree says runner appetites will also be a priority.

“Our Chef is planning a pasta buffet so runners can do their carb-loading the night before with plenty of pasta dishes to choose from, and we also have a fish fry in the works post-race to help them build back much needed protein after crossing the finish line,' said McAree.

“We’re looking forward to growing the race over the years, but already we’ve heard it’s an event runners can flag for their race calendars.” 

To register for the Killarney Mountain Lodge Fall Classic, call 705-287-2242 to sign up. 

Runners can also find information about the course routes posted on the Killarney Mountain Lodge Facebook page.

While this is not an officially timed event, and the runs will be self-timed, bib numbers will be provided. 

The entry fee is $25, with proceeds going to the Children’s Wish Foundation. Every entrant and volunteer will receive a souvenir t-shirt commemorating the event.


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