Central Alberta 
Events Description
The Flyathlon is a multi-sport event that integrates three activities: trail running, fishing, and craft beer.
The Flyathlon is a multi-sport event that integrates three activities: trail running, fishing, and craft beer. While many enjoy these activities independently, we have found over the years that putting them together is even more enjoyable. The overwhelming majority of funds raised by our Flyathletes through this event will be used for freshwater ecosystems. The Flyathlon is designed to be largely inclusive rather than truly competitive. The Flyathlon seeks to break down barriers through accessible events that create positive and fishy outdoor experiences and memories. It is our hope that through this type of exposure, we can create new outdoor advocates. The Flyathlon is designed specifically to promote responsible fishing practices and trail habits.
Join us on September 12th, 2026, for our first annual Flyathlon, a unique multi-sport event combining trail running, fishing and craft beer in Red Deer, Alberta. The race will start at Canada 150 Square, looping around Kiwanis Picnic Park and back towards Canada 150 Square/Troubled Monk. Finishers and spectators will finish at the Troubled Monk, a local full craft beverage company. Total route distance is 5km.
Flyathletes will run with their rods and gear along the trail and decide when to stop to cast and hopefully catch a fish! Be sure to record species and estimated size for a chance to win prizes! Once you have successfully caught and released your fish and completed the route, you will finish the race with a nice, cold beverage.
Never fished before? No worries! Helpful “fish whisperers” volunteers will be available along the route to help you out. The race will begin at 1 pm MT. Registration is $100, and Flyathletes are required to fundraise a minimum of $250. Prizes will be provided to the top fundraisers. Other fun prizes to be given out to top course finishers, smallest fish caught, largest fish caught and more. But wait, there’s more!
Flyathletes are provided a race tee, one drink ticket, food and a $50 tax receipt for signing up!
What do I get with Registration?: $50 tax receipt, race tee, race bib, 1 drink ticket to be used at Troubled Monk Brewery, food from Bo’s Sandwich Shop and other small treats in your registration pack. You also have a chance to win prizes!
Minimum Fundraising goal for Flyathletes: $250
Because this is a fundraising race, we have a requested minimum fundraising amount of $250 per Flyathlete. Money raised will go towards on-the-ground projects.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : Registration is $100. Minimum fundraising amount of $250
Disabled persons may register with a free companion.
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date:
Saturday, September 12 – 1pm until 7 pm
Race distance: 5km
Start time: 1 pm MT
Venue & Address
150 Canada Place/Troubled Monk Brewery, Red Deer, Alberta
Race Route: Starting at Canada 150 Place, crossing the bridge along the river, looping around Kiwanis Picnic Park towards Canada 150 Place
Wheelchair accessible
