June 3, 2016 update: this course is official for 2016.
Happy June!
This month is home to our oldest and best event, the Waterloo 10 KM Classic. As you have unfortunately come to expect in recent years, this event is on the move in 2016.
Maps of 2016 Courses
Why is the venue changing?
As you know, last November we announced that this event would be back at University Stadium in 2016. However, for the second consecutive year, late changes have put us in a tight spot to balance the priorities of a best possible experience for runners, volunteers and spectators (including venue and course), timely notification, and working within City guidelines.
Two weeks ago, volunteers hand-delivered notes to all residents affected by this new proposed course. Now, we’re also sharing it online. We like this result, and would love to know what you think!
Why aren’t we going back to Resurrection CSS? This venue and course is both substantially flatter and much better for traffic considerations. It’s also closer to public transit and is in the City of Waterloo. It’s an easy choice for us!
What’s next?
More information, including parking and race start times will be made available soon. All events have been announced to start at 9:00am, but this might change slightly now that the courses are approved. The start time is a key component of keeping the courses safe, fun and competitive for runners and practical for citizens of Waterloo.
Our long-term goal is to return to University Stadium, the venue of the first and 36 of 38 previous Waterloo 10 KM Classics. Maintaining the track finish is a signature of the event. We are especially thankful to the Waterloo Catholic District School Board for their collaboration on the 2015 and 2016 events.
Descriptions of 2016 Courses
10 KM – Start in Parking Lot of St. David School, 4 High St, Waterloo
Right onto Weber St N
Right onto King St N
Right onto Columbia St W
Right onto Albert St
Left onto Weber St N
Left onto Parkside Dr
Right onto Bearinger Rd
Right onto Glen Forrest Blvd
Right onto Path to Turnaround Point and back to Glen Forrest Blvd
Right onto Glen Forrest Blvd
Right onto Weber St N
Right into Parking Lot of St. David School
Finish on the track at St. David School
5 KM – Start in Parking Lot of St. David School, 4 High St, Waterloo
Right onto Weber St N
Right onto King St N
Right onto Columbia St W
Right onto Albert St
Right onto Weber St N
Right into Parking Lot of St. David School
Finish on the track at St. David School
3 KM – Start in Parking Lot of St. David School, 4 High St, Waterloo
Right onto Weber St N
Right onto King St N
Right onto Columbia St W
Right onto Holly St
Left onto Austin Dr
Right onto Tamarack Dr
Right onto Milford Ave
Right onto Weber St N
Right into Parking Lot of St. Davids School
Finish on the track at St. Davids School
2 Comments
The drive from Port Elgin to KW to participate in the Waterloo Running Series is always worth it. These races are SO well organized. It’s a joy to look forward to another run next weekend. Good luck to all.
Thanks for the feedback Marlene! See you on Sunday!
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