Dear Storm'ers,

Wishing you all the best as we navigate through these still-bizarre times, and hope that you are getting out there as much as you can to enjoy the forests and trails as they start to open themselves up for Springtime adventuring. We wanted to reach out with a few tidbits of news and info for Storm the Trent this Fall, as we put the finishing touches into planning for this the 20th and final edition.

NEW FROM LAST YEAR

While we expect that things will certainly feel a lot different from 2021, some things that we experimented with last year will stay the same. Some of our more traditional features will also make a welcome return. Here's a quick breakdown:

  • The on-site Cookhouse Restaurant (now operated by Truss Foodworks) will be hosting our post-race meal.

  • Yes, we will once again have a beer tent and beer garden area!

  • Awards ceremonies will be hosted post-race, and spectators will be welcomed back at the finish line.

  • The race site will again be entirely outdoors, but we will have a larger tented Check-In area this time.

  • We'll still be sticking with pre-assigned starting times, and do expect teams to abide by them. Penalties will be issued for missed start times. Start times will be posted in advance on the Race HQ page as noted below.

All of these details and more will be further explained in the racer information packages, which will be posted to our website in early June.

PRE-RACE INFO

There will be two formal race updates released pre-race - one in August and one in September. As we did last year, a central "Race HQ" page will replace the home page of our stormthetrent.com website in the final weeks before the big weekend, and will house all of the key Race Day details, including:

  • links to each of the racer information packages
  • the pre-race briefing (delivered in video format)
  • the list of team start times
  • course maps
  • links to Race Day forms

FINAL EDITION SWAG

We've gone in a bit of a different direction with our Storm Swag for this final edition, opting for a custom running visor rather than our usual tech tees. Sample images are now available at stormthetrent.com/swag - we think they look pretty sweet! Only $25 each (taxes included), and available for pre-order now. Note that we won't be able to guarantee on-site sales at Check-In, so book yours beforehand to avoid disappointment!

GROUP CAMPING

Word from the Haliburton Forest is that all on-site cabins and nearly all private campsites are now booked for Race Weekend. To help those who haven't been able to secure accommodations, we have arranged for a group campsite area close to the Forest Base Camp. Spaces are limited, and must be pre-purchased. Note that there will not be drive-in access to the group camping location, but it will be within walking distance of both the race site and the parking areas.

A map to the group site and further details will be made available in the racer information packages, but you can pre-book your spot(s) now by clicking here.

We are very excitedly counting down the days until we see you all again to celebrate our 20th and final edition. Stay safe, and happy training!
Sean Roper
Race Director