we are all harriers
rooted in Saskatchewan’s trails and grounded in community, we’re more than just athletes. We’re a collective of storytellers, performers, and visionaries
Prairie Harriers, the official running team of Prairie Sky Running, featuring athletes across Junior, Senior, and Master categories. The program aims to foster a "community of practice" by bringing together athletes with diverse stories, strengths, and skills.
Prairie HarriersJunior Development Program
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Top two male and two female runners in the Beaver Fever 10 at the Beaver Flat 50 are selected every year.
Canadian Mountain Running Championships
Championship Events:• Vertical Ascent: 4.5 km with a 750 m elevation gain• Classic Up & Down: 10.4 km with a 950 m elevation gain
This championship focuses on shorter, intense mountain races that test climbing and descending abilities. The courses are designed to be steep yet non-technical, making them suitable for athletes transitioning from track, cross-country, or road running backgrounds. Défi des Couleurs will be the host site for three years, 2024-2026.
World Mountain and Trail Running Championships
Championship Events• Uphill Mountain Running• Classic Up & Down Mountain Running• U20 Classic Up & Down• Short Trail• Long Trail
The World Mountain and Trail Running Championships (WMTRC) is the leading global event for mountain and trail running, held every two years under the guidance of World Athletics and partner organizations. The 2025 edition in Canfranc-Pirineos, Spain, will welcome 1,700 athletes from 70+ countries to race across technical, high-elevation courses in the Aragonese Pyrenees. The event celebrates both athletic excellence and the cultural and environmental richness of the region. The WMTRC is organized every two years.
Canadian Trail Running Championships
Championship Events• Short Trail Championship: 50 km• Long Trail Championship: 80 km
These championships are part of the larger QMT festival, which includes multiple race distances and attracts a diverse range of participants. The courses traverse rugged terrains with significant elevation changes, offering a challenging experience for seasoned trail runners. QMT will host for two years, from 2025-26. The event is recognized internationally, being part of the World Trail Majors series.
Golden Trail World Series
Format• 8 qualifying races + Grand Final (Prologue + Main Race)• Typically 21–42 km, ~1,400–2,700 m of vert climb● Scoring: Best 3 results from 8 races count; Grand Final points are doubled● Top 30 overall earn support (travel, stay, meals) for Grand Final● Top 30 become “Golden Trail World Elite” and receive free 2026 race bibs● Prize Pool: €300,000+ across series● Per-Race & Final Bonuses: €3k–15k awards; accommodations/travel covered for invited top 20 elites
The Golden Trail World Series is the premier global short-trail circuit—not a national team selection pathway, but a top elite-level competition platform. It showcases the world’s best trail runners and offers global visibility, media coverage, and professional exposure
World Trail Majors Series
Championship Events• Short Trail• Long Trail• Ultra Trail
The World Trail Majors is a global series uniting some of the most prestigious trail and ultra races across diverse terrains and cultures. Each event maintains its unique identity while adhering to shared values of environmental stewardship, community engagement, and competitive excellence. The series offers both amateur and professional runners the opportunity to experience "bucket list" races that showcase the natural beauty and cultural heritage of their locations.
Brought to you by:
Prairie Sky Running Co
Prairie Run Crew
Sask Athletics