Marafun FAQ’s
The following are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions for our WildOnes MaraFun.
If you still have unanswered questions, please contact us.
Pre-Race Questions
How do I receive the RunWild newsletters?
Please email info@runwild.ca with your email address and it will be added to the subscription list.
Can a parent register to run with my child?
No- the MaraFun event is only for 4-12 year olds. If your little one has special needs or is nervous and very young, you may run along side them but DO NOT REGISTER YOURSELF.
How do I know if my child is registered?
If your online registration processed properly, you will receive an email confirmation notice from Leading Edge Physiotherapy RunWild. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
If you are involved in the MaraFun your teacher or parents will be emailed before May 1 to confirm if you are with a school team or not. This will determine if your race package is delivered to your school or if you'll have to pick it up yourself.
Does my child have to be apart of a school team to register?
No, your child does not have to be apart of a school team to register. You can register them as an individual OR as apart of a team.
What type of payment do you accept?
The online registration accepts Visa and Mastercard payments. Prepaid credit cards/debit cards are not accepted.
How many people are expected to participate in RunWild 2023?
The St. Albert MaraFun race is capped at 1000 participants. Both the Spruce Grove and Sherwood Park MaraFun races are capped at 400 each. We expect to sell out so please register early to prevent disappointment.
Can I secure pledges to help raise money for the Zebra Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, the Caribou Child and Youth Centre or the St. Albert Seniors Association?
Yes please. Every dollar counts towards our fund raising goal of $100,000.
You can create your own page when you are completing your online registration and ask friends and family to support you or you may download and use our pledge form:
Click here to pledge a participant here!
Where can I get a map?
Maps are provided on the race profile pages in the Events section and are available for download. To get the most out of the event, please be sure to familiarize yourself with the course ahead of time.
What do I receive for participating in the race?
All participants receive a commemorative medal and an event shirt.
Can my dog run/walk with me in any of the races?
With the exception of the hearing and vision impaired participants, no, we are NOT allowing dogs on any race routes.
Race Day Questions
Where should I park for the St. Albert race?
There will be parking available in the lot across from St. Albert Place, along Perron Street. More parking may become available closer to race day. Please check back to this website or follow directional signage on race day.
Where is the St. Albert start and finish area?
The start, finish and all race day events take place in Lions Park, St. Albert, AB. Big school groups will meet in Lions Park around 10:30, but listen to your teacher's instructions.
Is there somewhere to store my belongings during the race?
No.
What will the weather be like?
The average temperature in St. Albert during May is a low of 3ºC and a high of 17ºC.
How will the start line work?
Heats will be dependent on registration numbers, but we intend to change the format this year to have school teams running together to maintain cohorts as best we can. (In years past we have done heats by age category.) This means if you have more than one athlete signed up, they will run in the same heat.
Can I walk instead of run?
Yes. Walkers are invited to enter in all race events. We have even had racers in wheelchairs and with crutches compete the route.
Are there course markers?
Yes, there are markers along the route. Directional arrows will also be in place. There are also many amazing volunteers to help guide and cheer on the race participants.
Post-Race Questions
Who receives medals?
All MaraFun finishers will receive a medal.
Where do I meet my friends and family in St. Albert after the race?
In the Event Village at Lions Park. There is post-race nutrition for all registrants. Everyone is invited to join us in Lions Park for entertainment, a kids' fun zone including a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, balloon artists and much more! Bring your friends and family members down to celebrate your achievement!
THANK YOU FOR RUNNING WILD WITH US!!!