The annual Wine Capital of Canada 10K run takes place on Sunday, April 13. The event is part of the Canadian Tire Interior Running Association series, and normally attracts 100-200 runners.
File photo
The Oliver Parks and Recreation Society is preparing for the annual Oliver Wine Capital of Canada 10K run taking place on Sunday, April 13.
The Oliver event is Road Race #5 in the Canadian Tire Interior Running Association series and normally attracts between 100-200 runners from all over the Okanagan and Lower Mainland.
The race starts at 10 am from the west side of the hike and bike trail south of Park Drive. The flat, scenic 10K loop along the Okanagan River channel with a finishing lap around the Community Park makes it a great event for those experienced runners wanting to challenge their personal best times as well as beginners looking to participate in their first race.
There are two aid stations on the course and first aid support on site. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome.
Refreshments and draw prizes will be available for all participants at approximately noon following the race, and a bottle of wine provided by Jackson Triggs will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age category.
Spectators are encouraged to cheer on the participants and volunteers are still needed to assist at the aid stations and at the finish line.
The event is sponsored proudly by Jackson Triggs, Peach City Runners and Oliver Parks and Recreation.
For more information contact Carol Sheridan at the Oliver Parks and Recreation Society at 250-498-4985 or [email protected]. To register for the event visit the office at 6359 Park Drive between 8:30-4:30 Monday to Friday or register online at www.zone4.ca
