Prairie Sky Running News

BFF Trail Work Day - September 10, 2022

May 19, 2022

Join us September 10, 2022 at Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park for a day of trail grooming in preparation for the 2022 Beaver Flat 50. You're probably saying to yourself, "but this is the weekend before the race!" Weird, I know. But trust us, it's going to be awesome to hang out with us TWO WEEKENDS IN A ROW!
And you might also be saying, "but what about Lost Souls, QCM and the zillion other great events taking place that weekend?!" I know, but guys, you're going to get to see Uncle Jeff two weekends in a row! 
Honestly, this was a really tough one to schedule this year. The spring is full full. We couldn't land on a weekend that worked for everyone, so we're going to try something a little bit different. But what won't change is how super fun it's going to be!
We will be doing the following:
- cutting grass
- clearing debris
- pounding in some trail markers that have come loose
- building bridges
- moving dirt
- making jokes
- having fun
- eating bag lunches
We will have a buffet of snacks and food so that you can throw together a lunch before we head out on the trails. And we're defenitely going to feed you supper!
Your responsibility is to be awesome and wear appropriate clothing. We'll have gloves, safety gear, and equipment for people to use.
We'll congregate at the Stock Trailer Parking lot at the Equestrian Campground at 9:00am sharp, make a plan, gear up and head out. Let's do the trails good and make them all nice and beautiful for race weekend.
We are just waiting to hear back from the park regarding the possibility of groups heading out in the spring/summer to clean up the trails on their own. This may be a possibility. You're probably planning to come out for a few long runs anyway, so why not stay an extra day and get a few extra miles while cutting some grass! Once we have confirmation that this is okay, we will let you know. 
To register for the trail work day in September, click the link below.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Inspired Soles Pod

January 19, 2022

We had so much fun chatting with Carolyn and Kim last week. It’s cool to reflect on past years and how far this thing has come! 
Check out Inspired Soles episode 68 for a good laugh.

2021 Results

September 20, 2021

Visit Zone 4 for 2021 results. Click here!

Or check out our RESULTS PAGE.

2021 Registration Information

December 14, 2020

Registration periods:
● 1. Early Registration - January 7 at 7:00 am CST - January 14 at 12:00 pm CST – for runners who deferred from the 2020 race. All runners who wish to use their 2020 deferrals must register during this registration period. Runners will be unable to use their deferrals when this registration period closes. All unused deferrals will expire when this registration period closes.
● 2. General Registration - January 15 at 7:00 am CST - September 1 at 12:00pm CST - the number of spots available will depend on how many spots are filled during the Early Registration period. We anticipate starting with approximately 30 spots in each event so be prepared to nab one up if you want to be a part of this. If we can add more spots, we will, but we will have to see how 2021 goes. 

Refund Breakdown:
● Full refunds available from January 15, 2021 - March 31, 2021.
● 50% refund available from April 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021. If COVID refund policy is activated, you will not receive an additional refund if you cancelled during this time period and already received a 50% refund
● Absolutely no refunds from July 1, 2021 - September 18, 2021 (unless the COVID refund policy is activated)
● You can transfer between distances (e.g. from 50km to 20km) from January 16, 2021 - September 1, 2021 AS LONG AS THE EVENT IS NOT FULL.
● You can transfer your bib to another runner, but you must do it through Race Roster. We don't allow a personal transfer of bib because we need racer contact information and we need people to complete the waiver for insurance purposes. You can transfer your bib from January 16, 2021 - September 1, 2021.
● Runners 16 and under that wish to participate in the Beaver Flat 50 or Dam Hard 20 must do so with a parent or guardian chaperone who must also be a registered participant of the same distance. Failure to abide by this policy will result in you not being permitted to participate in the event in the future.
Covid Refund Policy:
● Runners who deferred from the 2020 race and registered for the 2021 race, will have their registration deferred for one more year to 2022. A full deferral of fees and value of preordered items will be credited.
● Runners who grabbed one of the new 2021 spots will be offered the choice between an 85% refund, 100% deferral credit or donate your fees to the race.
● Same as last year:
● 45+ Master's division.
● Racers 15 years old and under qualify for a 25% junior racer discount.
● No deferrals. If you cannot make the 2021 race, your registration cannot be deferred to 2022.
New this year:
● Waitlist. We are going to go back to managing a wait list. If restrictions are lifted and we are allowed to add more spots, we will pull from the waitlist first before opening them up to the general public.
Train hard. Run well. Be merry.
Please note: Event organizers reserve the right to cancel the Beaver Flat 50 at any time for any reason, including inclement weather and pandemics. But we'll do everything in our power to run the event before cancellation is considered. 

Sweet Video Alert

September 18, 2020

Check out our recap video!

2020 Cancellation Notice

May 04, 2020

Important notification Cancellation Notice

 Hey folks, we have some good news and some bad news. The good news is two things. First, the park will be open for day use starting May 4, 2020. This means that you can get back on the trails. It is important that you maintain the social distancing guidelines set out by the government and Saskatchewan Parks. Those guidelines are here:

https://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/COVID-19-Information

Now for the bad news, the 2020 Beaver Flat 50 is cancelled. The Beaver Flat 50 is a big big thing. We reckon it brings approximately 1,000 people to the Park on race day. Based on our communication with Park staff and others involved in the race, we cannot assume that we will be permitted to host an event of this magnitude come September. We have decided to make the call now before we have to make any substantial race purchases. Friends, we are sorry, but the 2020 Beaver Flat 50 is officially cancelled.

But a bit more good news – we delayed making large purchases and therefore our expenses have been minimal for the 2020 event. We are in the process of working with Race Roster to establish how your refund or deferral options will look and early ,next week you will receive more communication in this regard. It is likely that we will have:

A 90% refund option (withholding 10% to account for processing fees)

A registration deferral option to 2021

An “if we don’t hear from you by the refund/deferral deadline consider it a donation to the 2021 Beaver Flat 50” option

All runners will be sent an email with instructions on how to make their selection. There will be a deadline to do so and anyone not making their choice before the deadline will donate their race fees to the 2021 event.

We will also be announcing the date for the 2021 event as well as when you can expect registration to open.

Hosting the BFF is one of our favorite things to do, and we’re sad we won’t get to see you all in September. But we promise to blow the roof off of 2021. Happy trails (as of May 4) people!!!

2020 registration opens on December 1, 2019 at 7:00am CST

November 25, 2019

All distances will probably sell out. We will not be managing a waitlist this year. Register early to ensure you get a spot.
Full refunds available from December 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020. 50% refund available from April 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020. Absolutely no refunds from July 1 - September 19, 2020.
You can transfer between distances (e.g., from 50km to 20km) from December 1, 2019 - September 1, 202 AS LONG AS THE EVENT IS NOT FULL. If it's full, you can't transfer to it.
You can transfer your bib to another runner, but you have to do it through Race Roster. We don't allow a personal transfer of bib because we need racer contact information and we need people to complete a waiver for insurance purposes. You can transfer your bib from December 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020.
Masters division = 45+
Racers 15 years old and under qualify for a 25% junior racer discount.
No deferrals. If you cannot make the 2020 race, your registration cannot be deferred to 2021.
Go to Registration Page for more information.

2020 registration opens on December 1, 2019 at 7:00am CST

November 25, 2019

All distances will probably sell out. We will not be managing a waitlist this year. Register early to ensure you get a spot.
Full refunds available from December 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020. 50% refund available from April 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020. Absolutely no refunds from July 1 - September 19, 2020.
You can transfer between distances (e.g., from 50km to 20km) from December 1, 2019 - September 1, 202 AS LONG AS THE EVENT IS NOT FULL. If it's full, you can't transfer to it.
You can transfer your bib to another runner, but you have to do it through Race Roster. We don't allow a personal transfer of bib because we need racer contact information and we need people to complete a waiver for insurance purposes. You can transfer your bib from December 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020.
Masters division = 45+
Racers 15 years old and under qualify for a 25% junior racer discount.
No deferrals. If you cannot make the 2020 race, your registration cannot be deferred to 2021.
Go to Registration Page for more information.

2019 Results

September 23, 2019

You can find the results of the 2019 Beaver Flat 50 on Zone 4 HERE.

2019 Race is Sold Out

May 13, 2019

You did it folks! The 2019 Beaver Flat 50 is completely sold out. If you didn’t grab a spot, check out the volunteer page and consider signing up!

Volunteer registration now open!

February 19, 2019

Check out our registration page for more information.

2019 Race Fees

January 18, 2019

All runners aged 15 and under will receive a 25% discount off their race fees.
Beaver Flat 50
● Early Bird Pricing Feb 14 - Feb 17 = $95● Feb 17 - Sep 1 = $125
Dam Hard 20
● Early Bird Pricing Feb 14 - Feb 17 = $80● Feb 17 - Sep 1 = $95
Trail Blitz 10
● Early Bird Pricing Feb 14 - Feb 17 = $60● Feb 17 - Sep 1 = $75
Fletcher 5
● Early Bird Pricing Feb 14 - Feb 17 = $60● Feb 17 - Sep 1 = $75
Kids Fun Run
● Always free● Always fun

Introducing the 2018 BFF and PSR GoCaps

November 13, 2018

Prairie Sky Running Company in collaboration with Ciele Athletics presents two limited edition GoCaps. Go to the preorder page to see the hats and order one now before they are all gone. What's left will be for sale in the merch tent on race day.