2025 BougeBouge at Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park

Bib pick up

Sunday Morning – Event Day: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Welcome Chalet, Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park, 20099 Boul Gouin O, Pierrefonds, QC H9K 1C6

NOTE:

• No payments can be made on-site at Parc nature du Cap-Saint-Jacques. Transactions for new registrations must be completed virtually from the Charlemagne College parking lot or directly from home via bank transfer to info@bougebouge.com.
• A colleague can pick up bibs for a group.
• A limited number of new registrations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that prices may vary from one event to another, with last-minute registrations generally costing more once taxes and platform fees are included. Expect an additional minimum fee of $10 on top of the standard rates at the end of a transaction for all distances.
• Only exceptional cases, where participants were unable to pick up their bib before the race, may do so on event day at near the start.

Bib number transfer policy

You can make a free bib transfer during the bib pick-up period with proof of payment of the ticket to be exchanged.

Registration fee

• Ticket prices: check the box office at the top of the page.
• Prices will increase by $5 per month during the 90 days prior to the event.
• A platform fee of $2.95 +3% of transaction as well as GST and QST will be added to your order.
• Online registration closes the Thursday before the event.

Payment methods

• New registration by bank transfer, during the number collection period only.
• Online ticketing: Visa, Mastercard, Paypal.

Cancellation Policy

• Race tickets are non-refundable unless cancelled by BougeBouge. In this case, BougeBouge will refund the ticket price and the service fee charged at the time of purchase.

Included in registration

• A finisher’s prize will be given to you at the finish line and can vary according to the season such as: a cap, a toque, a bandana, a key chain, a t-shirt etc. The organizers reserve a surprise for all the races.
• Photographers will publish a photo album of the event on our Facebook page! Like our Facebook page in order to receive notifications of uploaded photos!

Headphones

The Quebec Athletics Federation does not recommend wearing headphones during the race. If you choose to run with music, you must still be able to hear external sounds, such as another runner asking you to move aside or a volunteer giving you instructions. This is for your safety and the safety of other participants and volunteers.

Locker Room

No checkroom is provided for this purpose. We suggest that you leave your belongings and equipment in your car or in the company of a trusted person.

Parking 

Parking will be available at Collège Charlemagne, 5000 Rue Pilon, Montréal, QC H9K 1G4, at the corner of Chemin du Cap-Saint-Jacques and Boulevard Gouin. Google Maps

If you choose to park at the Nature Park:

Each participant must pay the parking fees of \$8.40 for 2 hours or \$10.70 for the full day. Payment can be made by credit card at the park meters or via the Secunik app.

Washrooms

There will be indoor public restrooms in the chalet and portable toilets outdoors along the course. See Google Maps for details.

Aid Station

One or more aid stations will be available along the course. Check the “MyMap“ tab to see the locations of the aid stations on the course.

Timing

The timing of the course is done by the company sportstats. By clicking on this link, you will find your results.

The results will be classified by age category (U5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-29, … until 60 years +)

Cut-offs and Split Times

To ensure safety and smooth race management, cut-offs (time limits) are set at various points along the course. After these times, continuing the race will no longer be permitted.

Recommended split times help you manage your pace throughout the event.

Please consult our full split times table for all kilometers here: Complete List of Split Times

Respecting these times is essential for your safety, event logistics, and the quality of the experience for all participants.

Water Station

Only one refill station will be available since we are in a nature park. No water cups will be provided along the course. Gels will be available, but any paper waste thrown on the ground may result in participant disqualification. You must keep your waste with you until the end. Check the “MyMap” tab to see the location of the aid station by typing EAU in the search bar.

Elevation (loop)

10,50 km:

Course Certification

All our running events are organized with the Quebec Athletics Federation (FAQ).

All distances are certified as trail runs.

Eco-responsability

Please put the waste in the right containers.

Do not throw waste  on the ground during your activity.

Bring your water bottle to fill up at the tap before the start and to refill at the water stations during your run, as no cups will be provided on the course.

We work hard to ensure that all our events meet our eco-friendly goals.

We also invite you to read our article which explains the BougeBouge legacy or community outreach initiative.

Eco-responsability

Download the Parc-nature du Cap-Saint-Jacques trail map here: https://montreal.ca/lieux/parc-nature-du-cap-saint-jacques

FAQ

If you don’t find the answer to your question on this page, please refer to our FAQ.

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