
Bootstrap Boogie 2025
Date
November 1, 2025
Location
Saint John, New Brunswick
Events
The Bootstrap Boogie is an annual trail race held at the Irving Nature Park in Saint John, New Brunswick. The event features 9 km and 17 km trail races that take you through scenic single-track trails, beach runs, dirt roads, and boardwalks over marshes and forests, offering some of the most beautiful coastal views in the Maritimes.
Cash prizes are awarded to the top three male and female finishers, making this event both competitive and rewarding for trail running enthusiasts.
Race Schedule
Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing
Bootstrap Boogie 2025 - Bootstrap Boogie 9 km
Run scenic single-track trails, beaches, dirt roads, and boardwalks in Saint John, NB as part of the Bootstrap Boogie Trail Race 9 km event.
Trail
Boston Qualifier
Bootstrap Boogie 2025 - Bootstrap Boogie 17 km
Trail
Boston Qualifier
Course Details
- 9 km route starts at Sheldon Point Trail parking lot/field; includes Sheldon Point Trail, beach run, dirt road, with one aid station at Irving Nature Park parking lot (~4.5 km)
- 17 km route follows the 9 km course plus an additional Coastal Loop including boardwalks and Frog Trail
- Aid stations accessible at approximately 4.5 km and 12.5 km on the 17 km route
- Course records:
- 9 km: 44:46 - Glenn Trites (2024), 43:27 - Jessica Belleveau (2024)
- 17 km: 1:14:47 - Evan Arsenault (2023), 1:21:39 - Liz MacDonald (2024)
Race Highlights
- 9 km and 17 km trail races
- Scenic single-track trails, beach runs, dirt roads, and boardwalks
- Coastal views in the Irving Nature Park
- Cash prizes for top three male and female finishers
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
November 1, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Saint John, New Brunswick
Avg Temp
Cool (<10°C)
Avg Humidity