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Duchesnay Trail Race - Race day
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 48K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
”
Start time
Departures are in the form of mass start for the pink corral. The other starts are in waves of 25 runners every 20 seconds.
Time per corral
The starting zone will be divided into corrals according to the race time you specify.
Find your corral using the running pace calculator here.
| CORRAL | MEN’S TIME | WOMEN’S TIME |
| PINK | less than 6h | less than 7h |
| General admission | between 6h and 12h | between 7h and 12h |
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race snacks.
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
In order to reduce waste at the event, no glass will be available at the refreshment points. A reusable cup will be available for purchase for this purpose. Carry it with you or fold it into a pocket.
You can also choose to carry your bottles or any other container of your choice.
| WATER | GATORADE | Fruits | eNERGY BAR* | Salty snacks | PEPSI | cheese | banana bread | energy bite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 14 k | X | X | |||||||
| 2 16 k | X | X | |||||||
| 3 22 k | X | X | X | X |
X | X | |||
| 4 27,5 k | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| 5 38 k | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 6 43,5 k | X | X | X | X |
*Xact Energy fruit bar : 100 calories, 25g of carbohydrates and 15mg of sodium
Cash prizes
| 1st position (M/W) | 400$ |
| 2nd position (M/W) | 250$ |
| 3rd position (M/W) | 150$ |
Cash prizes must be claimed 30 days after the event.
The organization gives itself the right, within three days of the race, to withdraw a runner’s purse if the results have been falsified.
Recognition for 65 and Over.
Our recognition podium for 65 and over aims to applaud the remarkable performances of runners who will place in the top 3 of the following age categories: 65-69 years, 70-74 years, 75-79 years, as well as 80 years and older. They will receive a digital photo in a personalized Je Cours Qc frame to immortalize this great achievement.
Quebec Mega Trail
- Eligible graduates will have access to the QMT 50 even if the test is complete (psst! … this is another way to get your bib).
- Eligible graduates must pay their bibs.
- The male winner and the female winner of the 34km will receive a free registration for the QMT 50.
- Bibs must be claimed before June 8, 2023.
The Trail Coureur des Bois race is considered a semi-autonomous race.
The runner must carry:
48k: Minimum of 500 ml of water, two energy gels, a whistle, and a cell phone (save 581 748-5160 in case of emergency).
Depending on the weather, it is recommended to adjust the amount of water and the type of equipment (rain jacket, etc.).
(For runners with allergies to stings or food allergies, have an EpiPen auto-injector on hand.)
A spontaneous and random check may take place. Note that poles are allowed from the 6th kilometer onward.
A support area will be set up exclusively for the 48k race of the Trail du Coureur des Bois de Duchesnay. This area will be located at refreshment station no. 5, situated at kilometer 38 of the course and accessible near 286 chemin Thomas-Maher.
Parking will be available in front of refreshment station number 5, at the Saint-Louis chapel at the same address.
Each runner will receive a bracelet during bib distribution to be given to a single support member. The support person may bring additional clothing and food to the participant.
Please note that this is NOT a spectator area, considering the limited space, very busy traffic, and limited parking spaces. Additionally, no clothing bags (drop bags) will be transported by the organization.
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed every two kilometres in ascending distance order.
Runners and walkers who fail to reach the following checkpoints before the time limit will be disqualified from the race:
- KM 27.5 (Refreshment Point 4) by 12:15 PM
- KM 38 (Refreshment Point 5) by 3:00 PM
The participants have 12 hours to complete the 48 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 34K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
”
Start time
Departures are in the form of mass start for the pink corral. The other starts are in waves of 25 runners every 20 seconds.
Time per corral
The starting zone will be divided into corrals according to the race time you specify.
Find your corral using the running pace calculator here.
| CORRAL | MEN’S TIME | WOMEN’S TIME |
| Pink | less than 3h15 | less than 4h15 |
| General admission | between 3h15 and 6h | between 4h16 and 6h |
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race meal.
Transportation for Participants
Due to the large number of participants and limited parking spaces, we offer you a 100% free shuttle service to get you to the event from Quebec.
There are two boarding locations for the shuttle service.
- Hydro-Québec Parking located at 2625, boul. Lebourgneuf
- Rochebelle High School Parking located at 1095 avenue De Rochebelle*
*UPDATE: As of April 22nd, the parking lot at Rochebelle High School has reached its maximum capacity and is therefore no longer available for future registrations.
Schedule
The shuttle service is scheduled to drop you off at Station touristique Duchesnay 45 minutes before each race departure. Friends, partners, supporters are also welcome.
DEPARTURE
| Boarding Time | Arrival Time at Station touristique Duchesnay | Ideal shuttle for the race … | Race | Race Start |
| 6:00 A.M. | 6:45 A.M. | 34 k | 7:30 A.M. | |
| 7:30 A.M. | 8:15 A.M. | 18 k | 9:00 A.M. | |
| 9:00 A.M. | 9:45 A.M. | 8 k | 10:30 A.M. | |
| 10:00 A.M. | 10:45 A.M. | 1,5 k | 11:30 A.M. | |
| 10:15 A.M. | 11:00 A.M. | 3 k | 11:45 A.M. |
Note: For this year, shuttle service is not offered for the departure of the 48 km race.
RETURN
| Boarding time for the return |
| 11:00 A.M. |
| 11:30 A.M. |
| 12:00 P.M. |
| 12:30 P.M. |
| 1:00 P.M. |
| 1:30 P.M |
| 2:00 P.M. |
Mandatory reservation
To take advantage of the shuttle service on the day of the event, it is MANDATORY to reserve your spot here.
The reservation period runs from April 9th until April 22nd, at 5:00 PM. Act quickly! The number of spots is LIMITED. First come, first served!
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
In order to reduce waste at the event, no glass will be available at the refreshment points. A reusable cup will be available for purchase for this purpose. Carry it with you or fold it into a pocket.
You can also choose to carry your bottles or any other container of your choice.
| Water | Gatorade | Fruits | Energy bar* | Salty snacks | PEPSI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 11.5 k | X | X | ||||
| 2 13.5 k | X | X | ||||
| 3 19.5 k | X | X | X | X |
X | X |
| 4 25 k | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 5 29.5 k | X | X | X | X |
*Xact Energy fruit bar : 100 calories, 25g of carbohydrates and 15mg of sodium
Cash prizes
| 1st position (M/W) | 300$ |
| 2nd position (M/W) | 150$ |
| 3rd position (M/W) | 100$ |
Cash prizes must be claimed 30 days after the event.
The organization gives itself the right, within three days of the race, to withdraw a runner’s purse if the results have been falsified.
Recognition for 65 and Over.
Our recognition podium for 65 and over aims to applaud the remarkable performances of runners who will place in the top 3 of the following age categories: 65-69 years, 70-74 years, 75-79 years, as well as 80 years and older. They will receive a digital photo in a personalized Je Cours Qc frame to immortalize this great achievement.
Quebec Mega Trail
- Eligible graduates will have access to the QMT 50 even if the test is complete (psst! … this is another way to get your bib).
- Eligible graduates must pay their bibs.
- The male winner and the female winner of the 34km will receive a free registration for the QMT 50.
- Bibs must be claimed before June 8, 2023.
The Trail Coureur des Bois race is considered a semi-autonomous race.
The runner must carry:
34k: Minimum of 500 ml of water, two energy gels, a whistle, and a cell phone (save 581 748-5160 in case of emergency).
Depending on the weather, it is recommended to adjust the amount of water and the type of equipment (rain jacket, etc.).
(For runners with allergies to stings or food allergies, have an EpiPen auto-injector on hand.)
A spontaneous and random check may take place. Note that poles are allowed from the 6th kilometer onward.
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed every two kilometres in ascending distance order.
Runners and walkers who fail to reach the following checkpoints before the time limit will be disqualified from the race:
- KM 27.5 (Refreshment Point 4) by 12:15 PM
The participants have 6 hours to complete the 34 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.
* 2025 Information to come
Start time
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 18K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
”
Start time
Departures are in the form of mass start for the pink corral. The other starts are in waves of 25 runners every 20 seconds.
Time per corral
The starting zone will be divided into corrals according to the race time you specify.
Find your corral using the running pace calculator here.
| CORRAL | MEN’S TIME | WOMEN’S TIME |
| Pink | less than 1h40 | less than 1h50 |
| General admission | between 1h41 and 3h30 | between 1h51 and 3h30 |
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race meal.
Transportation for Participants
Due to the large number of participants and limited parking spaces, we offer you a 100% free shuttle service to get you to the event from Quebec.
There are two boarding locations for the shuttle service.
- Hydro-Québec Parking located at 2625, boul. Lebourgneuf
- Rochebelle High School Parking located at 1095 avenue De Rochebelle*
*UPDATE: As of April 22nd, the parking lot at Rochebelle High School has reached its maximum capacity and is therefore no longer available for future registrations.
Schedule
The shuttle service is scheduled to drop you off at Station touristique Duchesnay 45 minutes before each race departure. Friends, partners, supporters are also welcome.
DEPARTURE
| Boarding Time | Arrival Time at Station touristique Duchesnay | Ideal shuttle for the race … | Race | Race Start |
| 6:00 A.M. | 6:45 A.M. | 34 k | 7:30 A.M. | |
| 7:30 A.M. | 8:15 A.M. | 18 k | 9:00 A.M. | |
| 9:00 A.M. | 9:45 A.M. | 8 k | 10:30 A.M. | |
| 10:00 A.M. | 10:45 A.M. | 1,5 k | 11:30 A.M. | |
| 10:15 A.M. | 11:00 A.M. | 3 k | 11:45 A.M. |
Note: For this year, shuttle service is not offered for the departure of the 48 km race.
RETURN
| Boarding time for the return |
| 11:00 A.M. |
| 11:30 A.M. |
| 12:00 P.M. |
| 12:30 P.M. |
| 1:00 P.M. |
| 1:30 P.M |
| 2:00 P.M. |
Mandatory reservation
To take advantage of the shuttle service on the day of the event, it is MANDATORY to reserve your spot here.
The reservation period runs from April 9th until April 22nd, at 5:00 PM. Act quickly! The number of spots is LIMITED. First come, first served!
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
In order to reduce waste at the event, no glass will be available at the refreshment points. A reusable cup will be available for purchase for this purpose. Carry it with you or fold it into a pocket.
You can also choose to carry your bottles or any other container of your choice.
| Water | Gatorade | Fruits | energy bar* | Salty snacks | pepsi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 2.5 k | X | X | ||||
| 2 4.5 k | X | X | ||||
| 3 10 k | X | X | X | X | X |
X |
| 4 15 k | X | X | X | X |
*Xact Energy fruit bar : 100 calories, 25g of carbohydrates and 15mg of sodium
Cash prizes
| 1st position (M/W) | 200$ |
| 2nd position (M/W) | 100$ |
| 3rd position (M/W) | 50$ |
Cash prizes must be claimed 30 days after the event.
The organization gives itself the right, within three days of the race, to withdraw a runner’s purse if the results have been falsified.
Recognition for 65 and Over.
Our recognition podium for 65 and over aims to applaud the remarkable performances of runners who will place in the top 3 of the following age categories: 65-69 years, 70-74 years, 75-79 years, as well as 80 years and older. They will receive a digital photo in a personalized Je Cours Qc frame to immortalize this great achievement.
The Trail Coureur des Bois race is considered a semi-autonomous race.
The runner must carry:
18k: Minimum of 500 ml of water, one energy gel, a whistle, and a cell phone (save 581 748-5160 in case of emergency).
Depending on the weather, it is recommended to adjust the amount of water and the type of equipment (rain jacket, etc.).
(For runners with allergies to stings or food allergies, have an EpiPen auto-injector on hand.)
A spontaneous and random check may take place. Note that poles are allowed from the 6th kilometer onward.
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed every two kilometres in ascending distance order.
The participants have 4 hours to complete the 18 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 8K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
”
Start time
Departures are in the form of mass start for the pink corral. The other starts are in waves of 25 runners every 20 seconds.
Time per corral
The starting zone will be divided into corrals according to the race time you specify.
Find your corral using the running pace calculator here.
| CORRAL | MEN’S TIME | WOMEN’S TIME |
| PINK | less than 40 minutes | less than 45 minutes |
| General admission | Between 41 minutes and 3h | Between 46 minutes and 3h |
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race meal.
Transportation for Participants
Due to the large number of participants and limited parking spaces, we offer you a 100% free shuttle service to get you to the event from Quebec.
There are two boarding locations for the shuttle service.
- Hydro-Québec Parking located at 2625, boul. Lebourgneuf
- Rochebelle High School Parking located at 1095 avenue De Rochebelle*
*UPDATE: As of April 22nd, the parking lot at Rochebelle High School has reached its maximum capacity and is therefore no longer available for future registrations.
Schedule
The shuttle service is scheduled to drop you off at Station touristique Duchesnay 45 minutes before each race departure. Friends, partners, supporters are also welcome.
DEPARTURE
| Boarding Time | Arrival Time at Station touristique Duchesnay | Ideal shuttle for the race … | Race | Race Start |
| 6:00 A.M. | 6:45 A.M. | 34 k | 7:30 A.M. | |
| 7:30 A.M. | 8:15 A.M. | 18 k | 9:00 A.M. | |
| 9:00 A.M. | 9:45 A.M. | 8 k | 10:30 A.M. | |
| 10:00 A.M. | 10:45 A.M. | 1,5 k | 11:30 A.M. | |
| 10:15 A.M. | 11:00 A.M. | 3 k | 11:45 A.M. |
Note: For this year, shuttle service is not offered for the departure of the 48 km race.
RETURN
| Boarding time for the return |
| 11:00 A.M. |
| 11:30 A.M. |
| 12:00 P.M. |
| 12:30 P.M. |
| 1:00 P.M. |
| 1:30 P.M |
| 2:00 P.M. |
Mandatory reservation
To take advantage of the shuttle service on the day of the event, it is MANDATORY to reserve your spot here.
The reservation period runs from April 9th until April 22nd, at 5:00 PM. Act quickly! The number of spots is LIMITED. First come, first served!
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
In order to reduce waste at the event, no glass will be available at the refreshment points. A reusable cup will be available for purchase for this purpose. Carry it with you or fold it into a pocket.
You can also choose to carry your bottles or any other container of your choice.
| Water | Gatorade | Fruits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 2.5 k | X | X | |
| 2 4.5 k | X | X | X |
Cash prizes
| 1st position (M/W) | 100$ |
| 2nd position (M/W) | 50$ |
| 3rd position (M/W) | 25$ |
Cash prizes must be claimed 30 days after the event.
The organization gives itself the right, within three days of the race, to withdraw a runner’s purse if the results have been falsified.
Recognition for 65 and Over.
Our recognition podium for 65 and over aims to applaud the remarkable performances of runners who will place in the top 3 of the following age categories: 65-69 years, 70-74 years, 75-79 years, as well as 80 years and older. They will receive a digital photo in a personalized Je Cours Qc frame to immortalize this great achievement.
The Trail Coureur des Bois race is considered a semi-autonomous race.
The runner must carry:
8k: Drinking container as there are no glasses at the refreshment stations, an energy gel, a whistle, and a cell phone (save 581 748-5160 in case of emergency).
Depending on the weather, it is recommended to adjust the amount of water and the type of equipment (rain jacket, etc.).
(For runners with allergies to stings or food allergies, have an EpiPen auto-injector on hand.)
A spontaneous and random check may take place. Note that poles are allowed from the 6th kilometer onward.
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed at every kilometer, in ascending distance order.
The participants have 3 hours to complete the 8 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 3K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Participants in the 3k Trail Coureur des Bois Duchesnay are not allowed to have an accompanying person.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
”
Start time
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race meal.
Transportation for Participants
Due to the large number of participants and limited parking spaces, we offer you a 100% free shuttle service to get you to the event from Quebec.
There are two boarding locations for the shuttle service.
- Hydro-Québec Parking located at 2625, boul. Lebourgneuf
- Rochebelle High School Parking located at 1095 avenue De Rochebelle*
*UPDATE: As of April 22nd, the parking lot at Rochebelle High School has reached its maximum capacity and is therefore no longer available for future registrations.
Schedule
The shuttle service is scheduled to drop you off at Station touristique Duchesnay 45 minutes before each race departure. Friends, partners, supporters are also welcome.
DEPARTURE
| Boarding Time | Arrival Time at Station touristique Duchesnay | Ideal shuttle for the race … | Race | Race Start |
| 6:00 A.M. | 6:45 A.M. | 34 k | 7:30 A.M. | |
| 7:30 A.M. | 8:15 A.M. | 18 k | 9:00 A.M. | |
| 9:00 A.M. | 9:45 A.M. | 8 k | 10:30 A.M. | |
| 10:00 A.M. | 10:45 A.M. | 1,5 k | 11:30 A.M. | |
| 10:15 A.M. | 11:00 A.M. | 3 k | 11:45 A.M. |
Note: For this year, shuttle service is not offered for the departure of the 48 km race.
RETURN
| Boarding time for the return |
| 11:00 A.M. |
| 11:30 A.M. |
| 12:00 P.M. |
| 12:30 P.M. |
| 1:00 P.M. |
| 1:30 P.M |
| 2:00 P.M. |
Mandatory reservation
To take advantage of the shuttle service on the day of the event, it is MANDATORY to reserve your spot here.
The reservation period runs from April 9th until April 22nd, at 5:00 PM. Act quickly! The number of spots is LIMITED. First come, first served!
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
Cash prizes
| 1st position (M/W) | 100$ |
| 2nd position (M/W) | 50$ |
| 3rd position (M/W) | 25$ |
Cash prizes must be claimed 30 days after the event.
The organization gives itself the right, within three days of the race, to withdraw a runner’s purse if the results have been falsified.
Gifts
8-15 years old
| 1st position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Gift |
| 2nd position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Gift |
| 3rd position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Gift |
Recognition for 65 and Over.
Our recognition podium for 65 and over aims to applaud the remarkable performances of runners who will place in the top 3 of the following age categories: 65-69 years, 70-74 years, 75-79 years, as well as 80 years and older. They will receive a digital photo in a personalized Je Cours Qc frame to immortalize this great achievement.
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed at every kilometer, in ascending distance order.
The participants have 1 hour to complete the 3 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.
2024 INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
BEFORE THE RACE – 1.5K
Bib pickup
To pick up your bib or someone else’s bib, you must show the bib number in paper or electronic format. Click here to get the bib number.
Runner’s reward
In order to continue our eco-friendly initiative for the 4th consecutive year,participants will not receive a participation medal at the end of the event. Instead, our organization will provide each participant with a mint plant, a green choice that can last over time. Additionally, participants will receive a Nerka microfiber towel as a replacement for the usual race shirt given in other Je Cours Qc series events. All Nerka towels are made in Quebec, from design to manufacturing, and are also environmentally friendly.
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Start time
Start and finish areas
On the morning of the race, participants are encouraged to meet at the Duchesnay Resort starting at 5:00 a.m. This is where the start and finish areas are located, as well as the post-race meal.
Accompanying person
One adult per registered child is authorized to accompany their child free of charge on the various Kids races.
Parking at the Duchesnay Resort is limited. We recommend carpooling.
Participants can choose to leave their personal belongings inside the Pavillon Le Boisé (in front of the bibs distribution). Bags must be identified with the detachable strip at the bottom of the bib. Bags can be picked up at the finish area until 6:30 p.m. There is a maximum size limit of 18’’ x 10’’ x 8’’ per bag.
Camps Odyssée takes care of your children! Entrust your children to the champions of Camps Odyssée’s animation and run with peace of mind.
Official Hotel
Auberge Duchesnay
140 Mnt de l’Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6
Gifts
| 1st position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Backpack |
| 2nd position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Backpack |
| 3rd position (Boy/Girl) | Sports Experts Backpack |
Kids (5-6, 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12)
| 1st position | Gold Super Runner Medal |
| 2nd position | Silver Super Runner Medal |
| 3rd position | Bronze Super Runner Medal |
Snacks will be provided for all participants in the race finish area.
Kilometre markers will be placed at every kilometer, in ascending distance order.
The participants have 1 hour to complete the 1.5 km race.
There’s a total of 1 900 places available for all races of this event.
Headphone use
Please note that Athlétisme Québec does not recommend wearing headphones on the runners’ course. If you wish to run with music, you must be able to hear outside sounds such as a runner asking you to let them pass, a police officer giving you instructions or a volunteer giving you directions. Your safety and that of other participants and volunteers is at stake.