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When
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Where
671 Carter Rd, Bowen Island BC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
41–49°F · rain likely
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2025
42–47°F
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2024
39–51°F
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2023
36–47°F
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39–51°F
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2021
44–47°F
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2020
36–44°F
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2019
46–55°F
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2018
44–53°F
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2017
44–46°F
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2016
45–50°F
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About this race
Bowen Mudder 2026
Date: November 14, 2026
Location: 671 Carter Rd, Bowen Island, BC
More Info: Bowen Mudder Race Page
Event Overview
- Get Ready to Get Muddy: After four wildly successful “mudder” fun runs, Island Pacific School is thrilled to host this beloved family-friendly event again this year.
- Options: Choose between a 2 or 5K obstacle run.
- Location: The race kicks off and finishes at Island Pacific School, located on Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island).
- Participants: Runners of all ages will take on a fun, forested course filled with classic “mudder” obstacles designed to immerse participants in the rugged beauty of our coastal temperate rainforest.
Costumes and Team Themes
- Encouraged: Costumes and team themes are highly encouraged!
- Fundraiser: This playful, muddy adventure isn’t just about fun — it’s a key fundraiser supporting Island Pacific School’s bursary program.
- Accessibility: Helping ensure accessibility for all students.
Important Notes
- Shuttle Service: Island Pacific School will provide shuttle bus service from Snug Cove ferry terminal to IPS from the 8:05a and 9:20a ferries from Horseshoe Bay.
- Registration: Bib number pickup happens in front of the school. Keep your bib for a same-day 20% discount at the Bowen Pub!
- Post-Race Refreshments: Big thanks to the Bowen General Store for donating post-race hot chocolate and snacks.
- Food Options: Medicine Wheels mobile BBQ will be offering food for purchase, with an Indigenous flair.
Muddy Fun and Prizes
- Warm Up: We will have a group warm up to kick off the muddy fun!
- Race Order: The 5k participants are released first, followed by waves of teams and solo participants for the 2K fun run.
- Prizes: There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the 5K event for both under 18 and over 18 year old participants.
- Awards: There will also be awards for best costume and team spirit!
Additional Information
- Change Tents: Change tents are available to get out of those soggy clothes after the run.
- Support the Cause: All proceeds will support the IPS Bursary Fund.
- Encouragement: Please encourage friends and family to participate or sponsor your muddy efforts.
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