Beat the Bugs

The race name says it all - there will be bugs!

Distance	When	Where	Cost	Contact
5km, 10km	Sunday, June 14, 2026	Caledonia Nordic Ski Centre	*PGRR members free!*	Race Director
Trail Race	9am, Kids Race 8:45am	8141 Otway Road	Register In advance to save $5!	Meg Myers

Beat the Bugs is a scenic 5km or 10km trail race at the Caledonia Nordic Ski Centre.

PGRR’s June event utilizes both cross-country ski and single track trails to take runners all over the Otway trail system. The 5km route is relatively flat and is a good, introductory trail race for first-timers.

The race begins in the stadium area of the Nordic Centre at 8141 Otway Road. And the race name says it all – it’s June, there WILL BE BUGS!

Cost

PGRR Members: Free

Online Registration: 15$ 5KM | 20$ 10KM

Day-of Registration: 20$ 5KM | 25$ 10KM

The Race

Route Description

The actual race course changes from year to year in order to keep the event fresh and exciting for the many new and returning runners – the maps from our last in-person races in 2019 are shown at the bottom of the page. PGRR’s weekly run group typically does a trial run on the routes in the weeks leading up to the race.

Route Details

Route Difficulty	Route Length	Elevation Gain	Surface
Intermediate to advanced (10km)	5km or 10km		gravel/dirt

Important Beat the Bugs Information

The race name says it all – there will be bugs! Prepare accordingly!!
To volunteer, or for more information, contact the Race Director at pgroadrunners@gmail.com

Important Race Information

PGRR members participate for free, but still need to register online or at the event to receive a bib number
Non-members can register online in advance to save 5$.
Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable between participants.
You can pre-fill this event waiver form at home and bring it with you
all PGRR races include a free Kids Race
Please leave your dog and headphones at home due to liability and safety issues

Route Maps

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