been participating the annual Mantario Marathon. A two-day run that starts at the south trail head on day one. The end point for the day is the Wilderness Cabin. The second day then proceeds to the north trail head. The tradition has evolved that if you want to be considered the winner, you must sleep outside rather than in the cabin. The traditional date of the race is not disclosed to the general public, to discourage weekend warriors who are not capable of the self-sufficiency required. Since 1990, the first three place finishers, who slept outside, are entitled to refer to themselves as "Gods of the trail" Special status ("Honoured Gods" ) goes to those who have such exceptional pacing ability as to be able to win the race at precisely the same time (known as a "Mantario Tie"). Individuals have also had success completing the 63 kilometre trek in one or two days, by jogging or walking. References External links Mantario Trail conditions reports and maps (GPS, topographical) Manitoba Naturalists Society Nature Manitoba - Mantario More trail information and pictures archive Hiking trails in Ontario Hiking trails in Manitoba Whiteshell Provincial Park