Blitz Snowshoe 5km or 10km Fun Run -- March 3, 2012
You think running is fun? Try it on snowshoes!
Be a part of the fastest growing outdoor winter activity and the fastest new emerging sport, snowshoeing. The Blitz Snowshoe Fun Run is a great day of hiking or running groomed snowshoe trails while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Banff area in the Alberta Rockies.
-- Blitz Snowshoe 2011 Participant
An easy 5km snowshoe trail designed for all ages and abilities. Whether you have personal goals and challenges you need to meet and exceed or just want to get out with the family and enjoy winter in Alberta, the 5km loop will be fun for all.
Or for those looking for a little bit more of a challenge, register for the 10km snowshoe trail which will include double track and tree trails with moderate rolling hills and elevation gain.
* Learn more about the race
* Snowshoe running techniques
* 2011 Results/Photos
What's New
March 12, 2012
Dan B is winner of $25 Gift Card!
Thank you to everyone who completed the feedback survey after the race. Out of those who shared their thoughts, we selected one lucky athlete to win a $25 Chapters gift card. See what others said about the race.
March 4, 2012
Results and photos are posted!
A great day for the Blitz Snowshoe Fun Run! A big thank you to all the athletes and volunteers for coming out and enjoying the day! View race results.
January 17, 2012
Make it a weekend getaway at the Douglas Fir Resort
The Douglas Fir Resort is happy to offer all athletes a discount off regular room rates for the weekend of March 2-3, 2012. Get your promo code and details on how to reserve here.
Why Blitz?
Blitz Events was created to bring fun and unique events to Albertans through outdoor activities in both the winter and summer months. We strive to create a laid back atmosphere that is fun and memorable for all our athletes and take pride in the fact that we are able to market to a diverse group of individuals who enter the Blitz Events for different reasons. Whether you are a beginner or experienced athlete Blitz Events puts on races that will satisfy everyone.