Pick Your Poison Trail Race

From jars of honey to the technical finisher socks, the Pick Your Poison Trail Race (PYP) is one sweet race! A challenging 12.5 k loop through the Heights of Horseshoe in Craighurst, Ontario awaits you, but what poison will you pick? One loop will challenge even the experienced trail runner with epic climbs, single track switchbacks, and variant weather conditions on race day. All proceeds from the race go to local social service organizations, and the Copeland Forest Friends. Come for the day or stay in the local area for the weekend and enjoy the many scenic vistas that Simcoe County has to offer.

Course Description
This course is not for the faint of heart, but will end up capturing your heart. Participants can pick their poison from 1, 2, or 4 loops of this course made up of 98% off road terrain in 12.5, 25, or 50 k distances. The front end of the looped course has 2 serious climbs and includes the ski hills of Horseshoe, along with the technical terrain of the Copeland Forest. Not to be outdone, the back half of the loop takes trail runners on 2 more significant climbs, then some serious switchbacks that will have you blazing up the terrain and heading towards our spectacular finishing stretch down the ski hill, and in front of the lodge. Finishers will receive a pair of our PYP socks, a brag worthy swag piece.

Aid Stations
Each loop will be stocked with 3 aid stations. The usual fare will be present: pop, water, electrolytes, various candy assortments, chips, and pickles. Additional foods may be present such as PB & J sandwiches, and hot soup.

PYP Swag
All participants will receive a jar of local honey, and an epic cotton t-shirt with their race entry. Finishers in all distances will receive a super sporty pair of PYP run socks provided by Endura Apparel.