The Tail Chaser
Caledon, Ontario
- Date
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
- Location
- 16500 Regional Rd 50
Caledon, Ontario
Canada
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About this event
The Tail Chaser is a relay and ultra event.
Caledon, Ontario
The Tail Chaser is a relay and ultra event.
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Monday, September 7, 2026
Island Lake Conservation Area
Orangeville, Ontario
14th annual Island Lake Classic 5K & 10K starts and ends in picturesque Island Lake Conservation Area, in Orangeville. Groomed trails and numerous bridge crossings along the Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail highlight the natural elements that this park has to offer.
Please note, admission to the park is free for participants and volunteers.
Caledon Crusher is happening April 10th, 2027 and registration opens in July 2026!
WHEN: Saturday April 10, 2027WHERE: Caledon Hills Bruce Trail - Mono Centre
DISTANCES
All routes are along the Caledon Bruce Trail25k - (~850m of elevation) 12.5k Out and 12.5k back from Mono Centre. 50k - (~1200m of elevation) Point to Point - starting from Horseshoe Hill to Mono Centre.E2E - 72k (~2100m of elevation) from Creditview (just west of the Badlands) to Mono Centre.
THE COURSE
A beautiful course along the Caledon Hills section of the Bruce Trail - starting just on the west side of the Badlands right to the end at Mono Centre. There will be plenty of technical sections and climbing to satisfy most trail runners. These are spectacular trails along singletrack, double track, hills, hills and more hills.The course is marked using the Bruce Trail white blazes ONLY! There will not be additional signage or marking. Take the time to learn what the blazes mean....see below.Your course map file: Ride With GPS File (elevation is incorrect)
Start Times and Cut Offs
E2E - 7AM START50K - 9AM START25K - 10AM STARTAll distances will be closed by 9:00pm.There will be time cut offs at aid stations (TBD)
GETTING TO THE START LINE
Participants in the 50 km and 72K events start a ways away from the finish line. Participants MUST pick up their race kit and board the bus at Mono Community Centre in Mono, which will take them to the start of the race.The pre-race briefing will take place on the bus on the way to the start.The 25km event will start and end at Mono Community Centre. There is free parking at the Mono CC, near the finish area.
MANDATORY GEAR FOR 50K AND E2E
Due to the time of year and unexpected weather the following will be mandatory to be carried with you.Toque or beanieCell phone with race directors' phone numbersRain jacketHydration pack/vest (1 - 1.5L of hydration)Headlamp for finish (50k and E2E) (can be placed in drop bag at 35k (E2E).
AID STATIONS
There will be 7 fully stocked aid stations located at various points on the course. Aid stations will be stocked with Skratch Labs, water, ice, chips, pop, cookies etc. These are approximate - 8/14k (same location), 22k (50k start line), 32k (drop bag available), 42k, 51k (water drop only), 57k, 68k
ABOUT THE CALEDON HILLS BRUCE TRAIL SECTION
INFO HEREA portion of proceeds will be going towards the Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Section does, so that we and others can go out and enjoy their well marked and well maintained trails.
RACE KIT PICK UP
Registration/Kit Pick up opens at 5:30am on April 10 at Mono Centre - lower floor.
WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR THOSE THAT REGISTER BEFORE FEBRUARY 15TH?
Race bibSoap bar from Sue's Soap CreationsEvent T-shirtA unique medal for all finishersCaledon E2E badge for those completing the E2EFree High-res photos from Sue Sitki PhotoPost-race food courtesy of Mono Cliffs InnFree parking at Mono Community Centre
PARKING
Parking is free. As space is limited, please do your best to carpool.
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male, female and non-binary in each event.
REFUND POLICY
Please note that once you register, if you are unable to participate for ANY reason, you will not be eligible for a refund. However, up to 30 days prior to the race, you can defer to the following year's event or credit towards another Crazy Cat Adventures event. You are welcome to transfer your entry to others or change distances. There is a $10 fee for those transfers.
SAFETY
No dogs or strollers allowed on course. Dogs are allowed on a leash at the finish/start area.
Accommodations
There are options for hotels available in the Orangeville and Brampton areas.
Race Swag
All participants will receive a custom race t-shirt and finishers will each receive a race medal. Finishers in the End-to-End event will also earn a Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Club End-to-End badge.
POST RACE FOOD
Thank you to Mono Cliffs Inn, they will be providing the post race meal.
Event's current local time: 4:29 AM ET
We are so excited to be hosting our 3rd Annual Comfort Kit Fundraiser Walk in support of families going through pregnancy and infant loss.
Proceeds from the walk will go towards creating comfort kits for families going through pregnancy and infant loss. The kits will be donated to Trillium Health Partners Credit Valley Hospital Perinatal Bereaved Program and both William Osler Hospitals in Brampton and Etobicoke.
Join us for an a walk along the Etobicoke Trail in Brampton Ontario. The event will start and end at Loafers Lake Park .
Participants will be provided with snacks and refreshments after the walk.
Register before August 4th to receive a free event t-shirt! Shirts will be provided on the morning of the event.
Suitable for participants of all ages!
Raise $500 or more for the event and you will receive a prize!
Schedule
10:00am- Check in and collect bags and shirts
10:30am- Opening Remarks
10:45am- Commence walk
12:00pm- Snacks
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