Here you will find all the information you need about race day and participation. We will update these pages as the race preparations progress.
The following services will be available on race day: a group warm-up led by Trainium, gear storage, a café, portable toilets, changing rooms and showers, waste collection points, an info point where you can pick up your race number and register for the race, and more. The race arena will also have a water station where you can refill your water bottle.
Below you will find the race day schedule. Please note that the organiser reserves the right to make changes.
Raceday program
7:00 Race arena and race office open
07:30–11:00 Race number pick-up at the race office
08:30 Start – Whitetail Deer 50 km
09:45 Warm-up led by Trainium
10:00 Start – Raven 25 km
10:20 Start – Squirrel 900 m
10:45 Warm-up led by Trainium
11:00 Start – Fox 10 km & Business Trail
11:10 Start – Hare 5 km
16:00 Finish line closes
The following will be available at all drink stations (5 km, 12 km, 19 km, 30 km, 37 km, 44 km):
- Water
- Sports drink Dexal
- Soft fruit gummies
- Bananas
- Pickles
For 50 km runners there is also a dedicated drop bag station located at the race centre at approximately the 25 km mark. Here you can leave and collect your own drinks, nutrition, clothing, or other supplies. The station will offer:
- Water
- Sports drink Dexal
- Energy gel Dexal apple
- Bananas
- Pickles
We recommend carrying your own nutrition if you are unsure whether the aid station offerings will meet your needs.
Runners responsibility and equipment
Every runner must read the race rules before the event (available below).
Participants are not insured by the organiser.
Race equipment must be appropriate. We recommend trail running shoes; in wet conditions, studded trail shoes or orienteering shoes may be a good option. For longer distances, carrying a lightweight windproof jacket is recommended but not mandatory.
Carry your phone with you. We recommend installing the 112 emergency app, as it provides your coordinates in case of an emergency.
Only participate if you are in good health.
Familiarise yourself thoroughly with your route before the race.
All runners must wear a race number attached to the front of the body, either at stomach or thigh level. The back of the race number contains a timing chip, which is why it is mandatory to wear the number from start to finish.
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Routes markings
Routes are marked with pictures of the route animals. The Raven is an exception, however! There are no separate Raven signs on the course, as the Raven route follows the same path as the Whitetail Deer route. Those running the 25 km Raven route should therefore follow the Whitetail Deer signs on the course.
The animal pictures are placed mainly at intersections and kilometre markers. In addition to these, the routes will during the race also be marked with white 90 cm WVTR flags and spray paint on the ground.
Race Arena
The race arena is located at the Västerby Sports Centre. The start and finish are on the grass between Ekenäshallen and the ski lodge. The race centre also houses the race office, a café, portable toilets, a warm-up area, waste collection points, and more. Changing rooms and showers are available indoors in the ski lodge.
A water station is located outside the ski lodge where you can refill your water bottle.
Gear can be left in the changing rooms (unattended) during the race. The car park is right next to the race centre, so it is also easy to leave your gear in your car if you are arriving by vehicle. Gear storage is available at the ski lodge.
Smoking is prohibited on the grass area!
Western Village Trail Run buffs are available for purchase at the race office for €20 each (limited quantity). Please note that we do not accept cash at the race office — payment by card or contactless only. Cash is accepted at the cafés.
Race Area
The entire course takes place in the Västerby outdoor recreation area — expect stunning West Nyland forest at its finest. The area is a favourite among skiers, orienteers, fitness enthusiasts, mountain bikers, and nature lovers. It covers 1,500 hectares of varied terrain, including dense spruce forests, lake scenery, bogs reminiscent of Lapland, and open rock faces typical of the archipelago.
The area has several hiking trails with rest stops, the longest of which is 16 km. In winter, Västerby offers 12 km of ski tracks, 3 km of which are lit. The area also features several swimming spots, a bird tower, and glacial potholes. Västerby is well suited for camping too.
An outdoor map of the area is available for collection at the Raseborg Museum (Kustaa Vaasan katu 11, Tammisaari), or you can print it here: Västerby outdoor recreation area
- Littering is always prohibited
- Fellow runners, officials, spectators, and other people on the trail must always be treated with respect.
- Every Man’s Right must be observed.
- The rules of clean sport (ADT) must be followed.
- Runners may carry their own drinks and nutrition.
- Natural water sources on the route may be used at the runner’s own risk.
- Please try to avoid single-use cups — bring your own cup if possible.
- Make sure you follow the race organiser’s instructions regarding equipment.
- Leaving the marked route or taking shortcuts for competitive advantage is prohibited. A runner may however leave the route, for example to use a natural water source or to answer a call of nature, but must return to the exact point where they left the route. Runners who accidentally go off-route must also return to the point where they left it.
- Pacing by anyone other than a fellow participant is prohibited on all distances except the 900 m Squirrel route. If pacing is needed for medical reasons, please contact the race organisers.
- Hiking or running poles are permitted but must be carried from start to finish.
- Withdrawal from the race is only permitted at aid stations or at the finish line. Withdrawals must always be reported to race officials.
- The race organiser is not obliged to transport a withdrawn runner out of the terrain unless there is a serious injury.
- In first aid situations, other runners are both permitted and encouraged to help.
- Bringing dogs or other pets to the race must be agreed upon with the organiser in advance
