UTofMB Awards Ceremony & Trails in Motion 12 Film Night

Join us for a night that celebrates trail running here at home and around the world. We'll crown the winners in our 2024 Ultimate Trails of Manitoba series and give away great prizes to celebrate a great season of trail work and races.

As part of the celebration, we're hosting the Trails In Motion 12 Film Tour with 5 films from around the world. The Trails In Motion Film Tour is an annual international film showcase for the trail running community, by the community, bringing a collection of the finest trail and ultra running films to passionate audiences around the world.

CCFM has a cash bar open for this event.

Films

Runtime: 14 minutes

Directed by: Matt Cecill

Produced by: Matt Cecill Visuals

Language: English

Country of origin: Canada

Bill's Trail is the story of Bill West-Sells, a humble community member who's tireless work and passion for trail-building gave rise to the Kusam Klimb - a beloved and notoriously rugged trail race in a small town on Northern Vancouver Island, Canada. The film explores the motives behind trail-building and event creation, and the knock-on effects this work can have in building community pride and purpose.

Runtime: 18 minutes

Directed by: Timothée Ranger

Produced by: Mouss Productions

Language: English & French (English Subtitles

Country of origin: France

Every year in July, a handful of runners gather in the former mining town of Silverton, Colorado, for the 100-mile Hardrock Endurance Run. In July 2023, French athlete Anne-Lise Rousset is taking part for the first time, aiming for a podium finish.

Runtime: 7 minutes

Directed by: Loup-William Théberge

Produced by: Loup-William Théberge

Language: French [English Subtitles]

Country of origin: Canada

Discover the soul of local farmer, dad and ultra-trailer Simon Pilotto. This short film describes how he combines the simplicity of rural life with his passion for trail running. Through his eyes, discover a singular vision of this sport, where the essential and the basic take center stage, highlighting a deep connection between this human and the nature that surrounds him.

Runtime: 19 minutes

Directed by: Will Hodgett

Produced by: Two Palms Media

Language: English and French [English subtitles]

Country of origin: France

In the adrenaline-fueled world of trail running, few names and characters shine as brightly as Iris Pessey. Meet the woman who defies the odds and is continuously conquering the most challenging terrains, becoming a pro runner on the SCOTT team. In this gripping 20-minute documentary produced in-house by Two Palms, we delve into the remarkable journey of Iris Pessey, and discover the incredible story of her rise and challenges to the pinnacle of trail running. A powerful story of one athlete's triumph over obstacles, her devotion to coaching the next generation, and her unwavering quest for balance and mental toughness in the world of trail running.

Runtime: 44 minutes

Directed by: Michael Dillon

Produced by: Pilot Field

Language: English

Country of origin: USA

The Arizona Trail is one of the most scenic and challenging routes in the U.S. At 800 miles-long and with over 100,000 feet of elevation gain, it takes most thru-hikers 6-8 weeks to complete. Last Spring, Joe McConaughy tried to hike it in just 12 days. With the help of a support crew made up of family and friends, Joe faces the physical and emotional peaks and valleys on one of the United States' premiere long trails.

MATR’s UTofMB series awards points to MATR members for every local trail race and trail work day they participate in throughout 2024. Every 2024 MATR member is automatically entered to collect points in the race series. Tonight we give out the prizes!

We created UTofMB to celebrate the trail running community in our province and reward our members for participating in local events.

MATR would like to acknowledge the generous support of our UTofMB sponsors.

Bring your (clean) pre-loved (trail) running gear to swap with other runners.
Maybe you want to get rid of some gear that doesn't fit any more or that you don't really use after all. Sell it or give it away for free. It's up to you.
Please be prepared with CASH if you're hoping to score some great gear (and please be able to make change if you're selling your stuff). We’ll have several tables set up so people can put out the gear they’re hoping to re-home.

Host or Publisher Manitoba Association of Trail Runners