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The Running Jackal

This channel is a collection of voice recordings that capture little slices of my life here in Victoria. Most often, I’m out on the running trails, sharing the sounds and stories I encounter along the way, but sometimes the recordings wander into other moments too. Each episode is usually trimmed down from longer sessions, keeping things focused and under an hour so it’s easy to listen to. I like to think of it as a mix of running journal, local atmosphere, and personal reflection. I hope you enjoy

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27:30

Early morning run to work

The Running Jackal ·

2025/05/11

I started my morning run from Elford Street, heading down Johnson Street toward the Johnson Street Bridge, hoping I hadn’t missed the bus. Luckily, the bridge was down, so I didn’t have to wait for any boats and could cross without much traffic. Along the way, I reflected on how quiet Samantha had been lately and took a short walk break near the Jehovah’s Witnesses. I passed by the Inner Harbour, admired the floatplanes, the Empress Hotel, and the Provincial Legislature, and waited to see one of the

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29:31

Elk Lake Revisited.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/05/06

I stood at the Hamsterly Beach end of Elk Lake, the cool air stirring old memories as I prepared to run the loop I once knew by heart. This 10-kilometer trail had been my sanctuary, a place where I trained hard—three laps a week—chasing dreams of ultra distances. Letting faster runners pass, I paused at the disabled fisherman’s dock, remembering the quiet moments I used to steal here between laps. The trail had changed—some new curves, a bit of reshaping—but the spirit of it remained, echoing with

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29:03

Three Beach Run

The Running Jackal ·

2025/05/04

Good morning—Carlos here, drawn back once again to the coastline for a Sunday ramble. The tide was too high to walk the full beach at Arbutus Cove, so I climbed the stairs to take the high road instead. Along the way, I passed blooming lilacs and spotted geese feeding on seaweed below. From Hollydean, I could see the rocky outcrop that rerouted my path, and I finished at Finnerty Cove, where the waves met the rocks in quiet rhythm. I’ll be sharing an audio podcast from today’s adventure—stay

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42:58

Queenswood Raw.(Full Audio)

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/30

Earlier today, I rode out to Cadboro Bay, the wind sharp against me but my recorder steady in my pocket, capturing the quiet moments I didn’t want to forget. I kept my pace gentle, climbing through hills with care, thinking about how rhythm and breath make the ride feel like meditation. As I descended the steep hill where my friend once crashed, I eased the brakes, reminded of how memory shapes caution. At Gordon Point, I paused to photograph a distant tanker, its stillness on the horizon mirroring

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28:39

Running North on Norn.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/27

While running the Norn Trail this morning, I paused to take a still photo of the elbow tree before starting to record my trailer video. I was moving northward, trying to choose between a confusing web of trail options, but eventually turned left to stay on Norn, passing near Arbutus Mount. I recorded audio simultaneously with a backup mic tucked into my little "baby glove" windsock, just in case the video camera audio wasn't clear. Instead of heading up the mountain today, I continued toward the

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28:34

'Richmond' Runback

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/23

I got a ride from Norma to the Heart Institute and decided to run the eight kilometers home from there. Richmond Road was too noisy, so I turned onto a quiet street I’d never explored before, Ernest Avenue. I tried to take a shortcut through a bushy path but ended up tangled in blackberry thorns and had to reroute. After getting a bit lost behind the University of Victoria, I finally found my way back toward Mount Tolmie. I finished my run through Lambrick Park, where I had taken my very first run

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26:20

Norn Trail Anticlockwise

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/20

Carlos is running along the Norn Trail today, starting from the Sea View Inn and heading north in an anticlockwise direction. He’s deviating from his usual route, making his way around Mount Douglas toward the swampy area and then up to the lower meadows. Despite some challenges with mud and puddles, he’s focused on hitting his training goals, having already burned 300 active calories. He’s also been multitasking, making a batch of beer with a new recipe to reduce the malt flavor, while maintaining

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23:39

The 'Tolmie Run'

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/16

This morning, I set out for a run up Mount Tolmie, Mt. Douglas’ smaller neighbour, leaving behind the traffic at Mayfair Drive and heading toward quieter trails. The camas lilies were just beginning to bloom, and though the climb was steady and steep, I paused now and then for breath and photographs. Lizards darted across sun-warmed rocks, and the wind up top carried the songs of birds and the distant glint of boats in the far distance. My pace improved on the way down, and I passed bluebells and

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27:52

Closing out the Loop.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/13

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28:03

Lochside Ride.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/09

Today, I set out on my 21-speed 'Norco Malahat' to record a trailer for my upcoming audio episode, the "Lochside Ride", along the scenic Lochside Trail. I passed landmarks like Roy’s statue on the trestle bridge and stopped to photograph longhorn cattle grazing in the fields. The ride was peaceful, with birdsong, woodpecker taps, and the occasional rustle of my jacket as I checked my camera and stats. I cruised through parks, past spring lilies, and reached Claremont Avenue before turning around

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27:22

Whittaker Power Hike.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/04/06

The Whittaker Trail in the Mt. Doug area offers various hiking options for different skill levels. Here are some key details about the trail: # Trail Options - *Moderate Hike*: The Whittaker Trail to Mount Douglas is a 6.1-mile moderate hike with an elevation gain of 344 feet, taking around 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete. - *Easy Hikes*: There are shorter, easier options, such as the Little Mount Douglas via Whittaker and Norn, which is a 3.2-mile hike with an elevation gain of 449 feet, taking

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27:31

Irvine Going Up!

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/30

I embarked on a high-energy 6K run up Mt. Doug, navigating hilly trails through a forest of Douglas firs and Garry oaks to reach the summit. The climb tested my endurance, especially along the Irvine Trail, named after John and Jessie Irvine, early settlers who arrived from Scotland in 1851 and established the “Rose Bank” farm in the Cedar Hill area. Pushing past the familiar “rock wall,” I maintained a moderate effort, training my body for the final stretches of any challenge. Reaching the summit

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31:10

Pat's Loop

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/26

"Carlos Castillo set out on a misty solo run around the back of PKOLS (Mount Doug), where the layers of fog mirrored the layers of sound he described to his listeners. Navigating the twisting trails, he crossed the “fake bridges,” climbed through the muddy Upper Whitaker section, and admired nature’s slow pruning of fallen trees. As the rain intensified, he wrapped up his recording from the Whitaker Trail, another chapter in his ongoing journey of movement and connection with the wild."

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14:00

The Long Run Home 1

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/23

Jack ran for the rhythm, the movement, and the quiet, no longer chasing medals or records. A chance encounter with a younger runner stirred memories of past races, but he simply smiled—those days were behind him. His running journey had begun decades earlier in Montreal, struggling up Mount Royal, finding a rhythm that would shape his life. Over the years, races tested his endurance, from his first 5K to ultras like the Courtenay to Nanaimo 120K, where he embraced the solitude and grit of

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26:24

Harrop Trail Romp.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/19

Harrop Trail Romp (the blog post)Carlos set out on the winding Harrop Trail, determined to reach the cave without stopping, though distractions lurked at every turn. The relentless climb forced him to push through burning legs and a slowing pace, his earbuds filling the silence between encounters with hikers, seniors, and fearless children descending Little Mount Doug. Wind whipped through the canopy as he debated extending his route, torn between the familiar loop and an ambitious detour through

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31:17

Hollydene Revisited.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/16

As I record this video and audio, I’m making my way through the Ferndale Forest on my Hollydene Loop run. I’m currently 22 minutes in, running at an 8:19 pace, though I want to ease back to around 8:45 per kilometre since I’m aiming for 10K today—longer than usual for me these days. The route takes me past Gordon Point Estate and onward to Glencoe Cove, where I spot a small fishing boat on the horizon. As I descend towards Hollydene Park, I take in the view of a couple of big ships in the distance,

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23:02

Duck Tales

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/12

Carlos wore his chest-mounted camera and carried another device in his hand, ensuring he could record both video and audio while keeping his hands free. As he left suburbia and entered the forest, he took a walk break, passing towering Douglas firs and spotting the sign marking the entrance to his trail. He paced himself carefully, navigating wet rocks and winding trails, all while observing the well-drained terrain and the occasional fallen tree. Nearing Lohbrunner Pond, he set up his cameras to

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27:32

Back in the bucket (Worm Science)

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/08

Today’s episode was a classic back in the bucket run on the West Coast here in BC I slush my way through the puddles on the trails of Mount Douglas got to the summit very little view, but still I took a video and I am sharing this with you now, while I upload the rest of my data.

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23:48

New Garnet Loop (The Mexican something or other bush)

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/05

As I set out on my new 4-mile loop, I start through Bow Park, enjoying the quiet trails before reaching Larchwood via Garnet Road. The route then connects with part of the Cedar Hill Loop, where I settle into a steady rhythm, appreciating the familiar terrain in a new way. I spot a few other runners along the way, exchanging nods as we pass, each lost in our own routines. The final stretch takes me back through winding streets, and I can already tell this loop will be a keeper. By the time I finish,

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28:13

Kings Pond Trail.

The Running Jackal ·

2025/03/02

Carlos Castillo, the Running Jackal, takes listeners along on a dynamic trail run through the golf course, navigating both terrain and fleeting encounters with fellow runners and their dogs. Amidst the rhythmic cadence of his footsteps, he shares real-time reflections on heart rate fluctuations, the forgiving nature of the chip trail, and an upcoming work schedule adjustment. His keen eye captures the landscape through photographs, documenting early spring blossoms and the ever-present ducks eagerly

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