Trail and Mountain Running Skills and Excursions
And we’re back! After a successful first year (and crazy awesome kick-off dance party), we’re back with the Second Annual Sky Fest Mountain Running Festival! We’ll be offering two action packed days of specialized clinics and group runs, geared towards the safe and efficient use of our local trails and runnable mountains.
Event Series Featuring Pro Athletes and Photographers
Squamish, BC | July 24 - 26, 2020
Registration for clinics and events opens June 1, 2020
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Presentations
Friday – August 8th
Local Lines
Join us for local exploits from one of the countries top mountain runners.
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Squamish Escape Route
Saturday – August 9th
Sea to Sky Photo Expo
Local teams head out for a two-day free-for-all to capture the most stunning photos in our network.
+BBQ and Beer Garden
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Common
The Clinics
All clinics and tours will be lead by Altus Mountain Guides and joined by local pros. Guides of the highest calibre available to get you dialled and ready for your next running adventure!
Clinics run Saturday, Sunday and range from Introductory to Advanced. Unless specified, all clinics will take place on trails around Squamish.
**Registration for clinics will open July 12th**
Saturday Clinics
Ultrarunning - First steps
Introductory - 6 hours
This clinic will kickoff indoors, where we will break down the specifics of how to start planning to tackle your first ultra race (42km +) and review the steps to consider when training so the experience is both attainable and enjoyable. Next, we hit the trails to tackle pacing, gear, and tactics for a successful ultra race.
$50 plus GST - Saturday, August 8th
Running Photography with Guy Fattal
Intermediate - 8 hours
Get out for a day on the trails, dialling in your photography skills under the tutelage of renowned professional photographer Guy Fattal
$75 plus GST - Saturday, August 8th
Climbing Skills for Running
Advanced - 8 hours
Arm yourself to tackle anything the mountain trails can serve you. Learn how to read steep rock and how to safely climb vertical terrain. This clinic will cover vertical rock safety, how to set up a top rope, belaying, rappelling, and climbing techniques. A fantastic learning opportunity for anyone seeking runnable peaks or want to explore a new hobby!
$75 plus GST - Saturdy, August 8th
Fast Pack Overnight
Advanced - 2 days
You've mastered the in-a-day missions and it's time to start thinking about how to stay out there a bit longer. Ready to dabble in the dorky world of ulra-light gear? We'll meet in town to sort gear and a trip plan before heading out to cover some ground and sleep under the stars. We'll tinker with carrying gear, cooking on a single burner, making shelter and dialling in sleeping systems. The next morning we'll continue on and back to the valley!
$310 plus GST - Saturday, August 8th
20km Alpine Group Run
Intermediate - 4 hours
Join one of our experienced guides in tackling a local runnable peak. Expect to cover over 1000m of vertical of steep trail, snow, and rock to bag a summit. Must be a comfortable runner!
$10 - Saturday, August 8th
*Funds donated to local trail organizations*
Sunday Clinics
9Scrambling Skills for Running
Intermediate - 8 hours
Take the top-down approach to the skills you need for mountain running. As we push further with our running, often the required skills for navigating more advanced terrain can change without our being prepared. This course serves to teach runners to understand mountain hazards, and to navigate rock and snow safely while moving fast.
$75 plus GST - Sunday, August 9th
*Whistler lift pass will be required
Women's Alpine Running Skills
Intermediate - 8 hours
Summit a local mountain with a gang of fellow female phenoms, learning the skills to keep you safe while you get up and out in new, wild terrain. Get rad with your ladies while covering navigation, pacing, mountain hazard identification, scrambling skills, and gear.
$50 plus GST - Sunday, August 9th
*Whistler lift pass will be required
Navigation Skills for Running
Introductory - 6 hours
Learn the alpine running essentials with a gang of like-minded foot-powered fanatics! We'll give you the rundown on gear, trip planning, route finding, and safe ascending and descending techniques.
$50 plus GST- Sunday, August 9th
20km Group Run
Intermediate - 4 hours
Join one of our experienced guides in tackling a local runnable peak. Expect to cover over 1000m of vertical of steep trail, snow, and rock to bag a summit. Must be a comfortable runner!
$10 - Sunday, August 9th
*Funds donated to local trail organizations*
Schedule (2019)
Still Have Questions or Concerns?
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, concerns or requests on how we can make this the best trip ever!!!
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