When does registration begin? Run for the Toad Sold Out April 25, 2008

On-Line Registration opened on October 21, 2007. The field will be limited to 1050 participants.

If I require additional information who do I contact?

You may contact any one of the race directors, Peggy Sarson, George Sarson at sarson@toadpatrol.com or phone during business hours 519-576-1824.

If an out of town guest requires lodging who do we contact?

The Best Western Cambridge will be providing reduced rates for all race participants. To make a reservation you may contact the Best Western Cambridge direct once you have registered for Run for the Toad. Since the number of available rooms is limited, it is strongly recommended to reserve early. Amenities will include a complimentary early morning coffee, continental breakfast, indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool.

For reservations call: 519-623-4600 or www.bestwestern.com/ca/cambridgehotel

Is there overnight camping available?

Pinehurst Park Conservation area has excellent facilities for campers at all levels. There is a playground for children, washroom and change facilities, showers, and lots of parking.

For on-site reservations contact www.grandriver.ca

Can I get advice and training tips in advance of the race?

Run for the Toad running store sponsors provide excellent training programs through group running sessions. The store owner, managers, and staff are familiar with the race course and trail running. Please do not hesitate to sign up with our race store sponsors today!

Join the Toad in Training: Saturday July 26th

Mark your calendar for Saturday July 26. The Training Run/Walk will start at the Beach Area (Sunset Pavilion) at 9:00 a.m. sharp. The race course trails will be blazed with our usual orange flag markers. We will provide electrolytes and light snacks prior, during and after your training run/walk. Some other treats will be available too. Note: Please tell the Park’s staff at the Gatehouse you are participating in the Toad Training Run there will be a $10.00 charge to cover the cost for the park admission and refreshments/treats following the run. Follow the signs to the Beach Area, but we are NOT Parking at the Beach Area this year – you will be directed to PARK in Group Campsites 4 & 5. NOTE: If you are planning on attending the Training Run/Walk please send an e mail to: sarson@toadpatrol.com This will help us plan a special training day for you -- many thanks!!!!!

What can I expect if we bring our young children to the race?

Entertainment for the young children. Again, this year, the kids can look forward to an even more expanded version of the Thunder Tree Cinema. We encourage parental supervision at all times.

 

The Mountsberg Wildlife Centre an educational and wildlife conservation will be providing on-site demonstrations detailing the amazing morphological and sensory adaptations of a selected group of Birds of Prey. Children may interface directly with the educational interpreters as they are guided into the living world of raptors.

All children are welcome to participate in the parade marching during the opening ceremonies. The park also provides a playground.

Do you have a post race party?

Yes, we look forward to serving you in grand style in our NEW EXPANDED seating Great Forest Bistro Party Tent. The dinner is professionally prepared and catered by St. Jacobs Catering. The awards will coincide with dinner. To view the dinner menu please "Click Here."

Will the spectators enjoy this event?

All things considered, the spectators play a big part of any successful race event. Spectators are made up from other non-racing family members, support personal, press and race officials. These people are also the enthusiastic people who will cheer you on. Certainly, the race organizers will do our level best to bring you back for the next year's event. All spectators are welcome to join in for the post race dinner. Additional meal tickets can be purchased for guests with advance notice before September 1, 2008 – $20.00/Adults $10.00/Children (under 12).

The race course itself provides many excellent points of observation within close walking range, so that you can cheer on your special runner several times throughout each loop. For those individuals that are physically challenged we will provide assistance getting you to those strategic observation sites on the race course.

Who are the volunteers at Run for the Toad?

Mostly, these are individuals that are well known to the race organizers. Our volunteers (many with running race backgrounds) consistently display high personal standards and project a favorable image of the sport and of volunteering. They know how to cooperate with the athletes, spectators and race officials. Many of last year's familiar faces will be back again this year.

Will there be pre-race breakfast this year?

Again this year the Best Western Cambridge Hotel will be serving complimentary continental breakfast for the runners and their families who are registered at the Hotel. For those runners, guests, and volunteers coming directly to the race site, we will be serving complimentary gourmet coffee and treats, and electrolytes will also be available.

Who provides the Race Results?

Chip Time Results will be providing fast and accurate results, providing net time and lap splits for each individual participant. Results available for the Press, TV and Internet.

How does it work?

The send and receive antennas are cast in the start line/finish line tartan mats. The mats are connected to the yellow box at the side of the trail, containing electronics and batteries. Each time an athlete wearing the ChampionChip crosses the mat, the chip gets energized and sends out its ID number. This number and corresponding time are then stored in the yellow box and transferred to a timing computer for processing.

Will there be door prizes this year?

We take particular interest in all the Post Race Activities, because it reflects the relationship within our sponsorship community. It's also our future to help grow Run for the Toad. We intend to send home, with many of the runners, door prizes reflective of the day's events.

When can I pick up my race-kit packet and registration gift?

You may pick up your race-kit at the Great Forest Bistro tent on the day of the event between the hours of 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Remember, there is no race day registration. At 9:00, we will commence with the opening ceremonies followed by the 9:30 race start.

What Medical support can we expect at Run for the Toad?

Pro Therapy International will be providing the quick response team in the event of a runner or spectator requiring medical attention. Grand River Sports Centre staff will be on-site for council and sport related injury. Also, Price Chiropractic and Cambridge Chiropractic Centre will provide on-site service.

Will Massage Therapy be available?

The Canadian College of Massage Hydrotherapy will be providing a 15 person staff on-site for pre-race and post-race therapy.

Other Ontario Trail Races

Visit the Five Peaks Trail Running Series web site www.5peaks.com which offer a variety entry level distances for first time trail participants.

Visit the Ontario Ultra Series web site www.ouser.org which offers other exciting road and trail events for 2008.