• #StayHomeTely2020 offers four virtual challenges expanding on the traditional in-person 10-mile event to include shorter and longer distances.
• #StayHomeTely2020 challenges include an opportunity for kids to participate, and runners who enjoy longer endurance events.
• #StayHomeTely2020 allows participants to run, walk, or wheel (push-rim), at their own pace, anytime and anyplace! Participants can choose their start and finish lines, and as there is no designated course, they can be active on a treadmill or a neighbourhood street.
• #StayHomeTely2020 challenges (run, walk, or wheel (push-rim)) can be completed anywhere using a treadmill or other equipment for as long as you can keep track of your times and distances covered. If you are outdoors, you must follow the safety guidelines set by your province/state/area. Stay active, stay safe and respect social distancing.
• #StayHomeTely2020 is not a race, and no results will be posted; instead, we will publish an alphabetical list of participants that have completed their challenge.
• As your #StayHomeTely2020 times and distances covered are based on an honour system, there is no finishing order, and there are no placing awards.
• You will be able to login to Trackie and manually enter your #StayHomeTely2020 times and distances covered. You can come back again and again to improve your results within two months.
• Participating in #StayHomeTely2020 will not count towards the Commemorative Pins Program.
• Participants in #StayHomeTely2020 will not be eligible for the Dr. Williams Award.

Kids Tely 10-Mile (ages 6 to 11) (born in the year 2009 through 2014)

• Participants in the Kids Tely 10 must complete the total distance of 10 miles (16km) in segments within the two-month challenge period; the total daily length covered must not exceed the following distances: 1 mile (1.6km) born 2013-14; 2 miles (3.2km) born 2011-12, 3 miles (4.8km) born 2009-10. For example, they can run/walk a variety of distances less than 1 mile per day, within the two months, until their total distance is 10 miles. Participants must use Trackie (online registration site) to submit their time and distance covered following each segment. Trackie will keep an up-to-date tally of each participant’s times and distances until they complete 10 miles (16km).

Tely 5-Mile (age 12 and older) (born in the year 2008 and earlier)

• Participants in the Tely 5 must complete the 5-mile (8km) distance in one segment, at one time. Participants can complete multiple Tely 5 within the two-month challenge period and record it on the Trackie site after each run/walk. The Digital Tely 5 Certificate will only show their best effort.

Tely 10-Mile (age 15 and older) (born in the year 2005 and earlier)

• Participants in the Tely 10 must complete the 10-mile distance in one segment, at one time. Participants can complete multiple Tely 10 within the two-month challenge period and record it on the Trackie site after each run/walk. The Digital Tely 10 Certificate will only show their best effort.

Aquafina 92-Mile Endurance Tely (age 18 and older) (born in 2002 and earlier)

• The Aquafina 92-Mile Endurance Tely celebrates the history of the Tely 10. Athletes participating in this challenge must complete 92 miles in segments within the two-month challenge period to commemorate the 92 in-person Tely 10 races held to date. Participants must submit their time and distance covered following each segment to Trackie, which will keep an up-to-date tally until they complete 92 miles (148km).

• Registration period: September 1 - September 30, 2020
• Challenge period: begin, complete, and submit your activity between September 15 and November 15, 2020.
• Location: your virtual challenge can be completed anywhere and on any surface that you can safely walk, run, or wheel (push-rim), e.g. trail or road, treadmill, track, backyard, balcony.
• Course Time Limit: none, take as little or as much time as you need.
• Participants registered for multiple challenges may submit times and distances for no additional fees.
• Medals and neck gaiters will be mailed out after November 15, 2020.

• $35 includes mailed* participant medal and neck gaiter ($55 incl. t-shirt)
• Tely 5 - Athletes age 12 to 14, $30 includes mailed* participant medal and neck gaiter ($50 incl. t-shirt)
• Kids Tely 10 - $30 includes mailed* participant medal and neck gaiter ($45 incl. kids t-shirt)
• Optional t-shirt at $20 ($15 Kids Tely 10)
• $5 discount for NLAA 2020 competitive members
• $5 discount to pick up the race package at pre-determined time and location ($10 extra fee for mailing requests submitted after completing registration)
• $20 NO BLING OPTION / $15 Kids Tely 10 (no participant medal, neck gaiter, or t-shirt)
• Participants can enter in one or more challenges that they are eligible for, for no additional cost; only one participant’s medal and neck gaiter per registration.

• Digital participant’s badge (available for download when a challenge is completed)
• Personalized commemorative digital race bib
• Participant’s medal
• Neck gaiter (similar to the Buff, but not branded, 100% polyester; neck gaiters are not a suitable replacement for a face mask)

• Consult with a physician before training or participating in the #StayHomeTely2020 challenge; there are no medical services arranged or provided.
• Do not wear headphones as you are not on a closed course.
• Review route and time to avoid congestion.
• Plan route to obtain adequate hydration and nourishment. Bring water and nutrition if you’re planning a longer route. There are no water stations along the way in a virtual event.
• If you are participating with someone from your household, run/walk in a single file, allowing others to pass you easily and safely.
• Follow all applicable laws, and use safe pedestrian practices when on streets and roadways, including facing traffic where sidewalks do not exist, utilizing pathways and sidewalks, crossing streets at traffic lights and crosswalks, and refraining from jaywalking.
• Avoid high traffic pedestrian and vehicle areas. Run or walk close to home in your neighbourhood during a quieter time of day.
• Adhere to physical distancing practices while you are out on your challenge. Can you safely pass someone? Can you run safely on the road? Ensure you always have a safe way to move around people to maintain a physical distance of at least 2 arms lengths (approximately 2 metres) from others.
• Complete your run/walk on a treadmill if you would prefer.
• Wear appropriate clothing. Be visible and dress for the weather.
• Carry a cell phone with you during your virtual challenge and tell someone the route you’re taking in case of an emergency.
• Conduct your run/walk in accordance with the current Public Health Orders/Guidelines. Follow all guidelines set by the Government of Canada and any additional municipal, provincial and federal guidelines.
• Do not run in parks that may be closed. Please keep a distance of at least 2 arms lengths (approximately 2 metres) from others.
• Agree to Virtual Challenge Waiver.
• Do not organize large group runs for virtual events. NLAA/Tely 10 organizers will not acknowledge social media posts submitted during this event that do not appear to be following the Public Health Orders/Guidelines.
• Kids Tely 10 is about participation and individual improvement, not performance. Caution is emphasized in not over-training and not exceeding the daily maximum distance of 1 mile (1.6km).
• An adult must accompany children under 14.

NLAA WILL MAIL PACKAGES VIA CANADA POST IN A REGULAR LETTER, and THERE IS NO INSURANCE.

Mail will be sent to Canadian addresses only; no international mail.
Organizers are not responsible for lost, held, or damaged packages.
Organizers are not responsible for misdelivery errors by Canada Post, or incorrect shipping info.
No refunds or exchanges or compensation for any lost or damaged items.

After successful registration, within minutes, participants will receive a confirmation email that will include instructions on how they can log in and access their dashboard.

Please contact organizers (tely10@nlaa.ca) if payment was processed but didn't receive a confirmation email. It is possible that there was a typo in the email address or landed in the spam folder, also check for any filters and blocked emails.

Please contact us via e-mail at tely10@nlaa.ca