Hello!

My name is Kelsey. I’m an ultramarathon trail runner from Newfoundland, currently based in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

I recently completed my MSc Kinesiology in sport psychology at Dalhousie University, exploring the factors that influence performance and well-being of endurance athletes, teams, and coaches. I’m excited about helping people unlock their full potential, and am working towards accreditation as a Mental Performance Consultant. I graduated in 2016 from the University of New Brunswick’s Renaissance College with a B. Phil in Interdisciplinary Leadership and Psychology, where I studied as a Loran Scholar.

Growing up in the beautiful town of Steady Brook, Newfoundland, I was incredibly lucky to be surrounded by mountains, rivers, valleys, and oceans. Family hikes and outdoor adventures growing up nurtured my love of adventure and nature from a young age.

Whether I’m running 200 miles through the mountains or leading an experiential workshop, I love to explore curiosities and try to approach everything with optimism and enthusiasm. Helping people of all ages nurture a love of movement and nature appreciation (especially trail running!) brings me so much joy, and I am excited to create opportunities that help people discover their full potential.

I’m currently living in Fredericton along the banks of the Wolastoq river with my partner and a service-puppy-in training named Ralph. If you’re ever passing through the city, please reach out for a coffee chat, local trail guide, or a place to stay when you’re visiting - I’d love to hear your story or collaborate on an idea together!

Happy trails,

Kelsey

Trout River to Chimney Cove A beautiful day with incredible views, great company, and lots of animals (cows, horses and moose…oh my!). Peacefully floating in the ocean swell on a mid-run dip is a pretty magical experience. Thanks for the a
I’ve been home training on the beautiful mountains on the west coast of Newfoundland this month to prepare for my next big adventure: the @grandraidreunion Diagonale des Fous on Réunion Island! Thanks to a partnership between the Grand
In the misty mountains. Playing around on fern-covered trails and dancing along the twisty single track to avoid stepping on toads or moose droppings. Looking for a sweet snack of blueberries and raspberries. Breathing in the smell of pine needles a
📍Bottle Cove, Newfoundland One of my favourite places in the world. We had perfect weather for this visit, it was actually warm enough to dip in the ocean (even Ralph had a little swim!). So beautiful and peaceful 🌊 ❤️
Crewing for an ultra runner is a special kind of task. Rather than trying to take away the discomfort and pain that is part of these events, my crew was there at every aid station to support me to get to the finish line. That support looks like a lot
QMT Race Recap Part 2 is up on the blog! Here’s an assortment of photos from throughout the race. I am so grateful for the amazing @qcmegatrail organizers and volunteers, my trail community cheering me on from near and far, my family for suppo
Check out Part 1 of my @qcmegatrail race recap on my blog (linked in my bio) 🏃‍♀️ Last month’s 100 mile run through the beautiful mountains of Charlevoix and Mont Sainte Anne was challenging and memorable, and I finally put together a few
En route to @qcmegatrail! Getting there is part of the fun. We picked up half of our crew at a quick stopover in Fredericton, and are on the way in Ruby Van Go to Mont Sainte Anne. Woohooo! My race kicks off at 8pm tonight, and @adamfearnall starts
We’re so lucky on the east coast to be surrounded by beautiful wilderness trails just minutes away. The Bluff loop is magical in rain, sun, and even snow (we did a memorable winter loop with @servicedogjasper when we moved here back in 2020). P
Mud, glorious mud! Counting down the days until we’re running lots of beautiful kms at @qcmegatrail 🏃‍♀️☀️🏃‍♂️🙌 #trailrunning #ultrarunning #weeeee #qmt2022 #runrunrun #funfunfun #timetoplay