2025 Handloggers Half Marathon
- Date Sat 30th August 2025
- Location Bowen Island, BC
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the 2025 Handloggers Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, August 30th, 2025, on the stunning Bowen Island in Metro Vancouver. This annual event invites runners of all skill levels to tackle a challenging 21km mountain trail loop around the scenic Mt. Gardner. The race kicks off at 9 am, starting and finishing near the ferry dock in Snug Cove, with pre-race check-in beginning at 8 am. Participants can choose to run individually or form a relay team of three, with exciting handoffs at designated aid stations along the way.
Bring your reusable cup, as the Handloggers Half Marathon is committed to being CUP FREE, ensuring a sustainable experience while you enjoy drinks and snacks at the finish line. This vibrant community event not only promises a fantastic running experience but also supports the Bowen Island Trail Society and other local causes. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible day—register early, as spots fill up quickly! Join us for an unforgettable run in nature’s playground!
Bring your reusable cup, as the Handloggers Half Marathon is committed to being CUP FREE, ensuring a sustainable experience while you enjoy drinks and snacks at the finish line. This vibrant community event not only promises a fantastic running experience but also supports the Bowen Island Trail Society and other local causes. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible day—register early, as spots fill up quickly! Join us for an unforgettable run in nature’s playground!
Organiser's Description
The eleventh annual Handloggers Half Marathon and Relay is on Saturday, August 30 2025. This mountain trail run is a challenging 21km counter clockwise loop around Mt. Gardner. To get an idea of our beautiful course - check out our 2017 event video!The race will be a single start event with chip timing. The run begins at 9 am and starts/finishes near the ferry dock in Snug Cove, Bowen Island.Pre-race check in begins at 8am on event day. Runners coming from off island should plan to take the 8am ferry from Horseshoe Bay to ensure adequate time to fill out the waiver form and pick up race numbers.This run can be completed individually or as a relay in a team of three, with handoffs at each of the aid stations. Be sure to check your preferred option when you register.There will be drinks, snacks and great prizes available at the finish line, as well as three aid stations on the course. Please note that Handloggers will be CUP FREE - please bring your own re-useable cup for use at aid stations and finish line.The Handloggers Half Marathon raises funds in support of Bowen Island Trail Society and other worthy causes which benefit members of the Bowen Island community.Handloggers Half event has sold out early! please contact us (email) by August 25 to be added to the waitlist for a transfer if you want to run or to let us know if you wish to transfer your registration to the waitlist if you are not planning to run. Thank you
2025 Handloggers Half Marathon