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Bear Chase Triathlon continues to grow
The Edson Recycling Depot was in attendance at the Bear Chase Triathlon on July 25 with fun activities including crafts for racers to enjoy after their races.
photo Shaylyn Thornton
by Shaylyn Thornton The laughter and excitement heard all around 10 pm offering a showing of Free Willy to any
Bear Lake spoke for itself when it came to families that wanted to stay and enjoy it.
Yellowhead County Parks and Recreation held feedback on the event. Families clearly enjoyed The Bear Chase Triathlon is one of the Parks
another great event for families on July 25, this the good-hearted competition that the Bear Chase and Recreation Department's biggest events of
time in the form of the Bear Chase Triathlon. offered. the year; however it is certainly not all they put
The Triathlon was held at Bear Lake and the After racers crossed the finish line and on in the community.
three legs of the race were swimming, bicycling, received medals, they were treated to a barbeque Upcoming events include a Firearms Course
and running. and fun activities put on by volunteers. The offered in either Wildwood on August 10 or
An incredible 115 registered racers Edson Recycling Depot had popcorn for Peers on August 11, as well as an Outdoor Yoga
participated in the event across five age everyone to enjoy, while Integra Tire put on a Class in Peers on August 21. For more
categories: 5 & under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13. great barbeque. information or to register for these events, call
The three youngest age groups each needed two The evening ended with an outdoor movie at 780-723-4800.
heats to accommodate their racers, as there were
over 30 participants in each.
In addition to race entry, registration to the
event also provided some goodies for each young
racer, including a swim cap, Bear Chase t-shirt,
race bib, and other small Yellowhead County
giveaways like Frisbees.
Each age group had different distances to
accomplish, but the goal was the same. Racers
began in Bear Lake and ran/swam to shore as fast
as they could.
Waiting for them was a bike station, where
racers got on their bikes and biked around Bear
Lake Campground. Once they got their bikes
back to the bike station, they ran through the
campground to reach the finish line.
Racers were welcomed with cheers and
applause from family and friends that were
waiting, as well as from Yellowhead County and
Fish and Wildlife volunteers. Every racer earned
a medal of participation courtesy of the County.
2019 marked the third year for the Bear Chase
Triathlon, which will “absolutely be continuing”
as an annual event, said YC Recreation
Coordinator Mark Tavenor.
The Parks and Recreation Department had a
goal to bring out as many families to the event as
they could, and they certainly succeeded. The
first Bear Chase Triathlon saw approximately 70
registrants, and with over 115 racers this year
they look forward to continuing to grow. “We
want to increase awareness and get Edson and
Yellowhead County residents out to a great
event,” said Tavenor. “It is a way for families to
be active and have a great time together, so we'd :Family and friends filled the beach of Bear Lake to cheer on their young racers during the Bear Chase
like to see numbers increase for years to come.” Triathlon on July 25. photo Shaylyn Thornton
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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
Bear Chase Triathlon continues to grow
The Edson Recycling Depot was in attendance at the Bear Chase Triathlon on July 25 with fun activities including crafts for racers to enjoy after their races.
photo Shaylyn Thornton
by Shaylyn Thornton The laughter and excitement heard all around 10 pm offering a showing of Free Willy to any
Bear Lake spoke for itself when it came to families that wanted to stay and enjoy it.
Yellowhead County Parks and Recreation held feedback on the event. Families clearly enjoyed The Bear Chase Triathlon is one of the Parks
another great event for families on July 25, this the good-hearted competition that the Bear Chase and Recreation Department's biggest events of
time in the form of the Bear Chase Triathlon. offered. the year; however it is certainly not all they put
The Triathlon was held at Bear Lake and the After racers crossed the finish line and on in the community.
three legs of the race were swimming, bicycling, received medals, they were treated to a barbeque Upcoming events include a Firearms Course
and running. and fun activities put on by volunteers. The offered in either Wildwood on August 10 or
An incredible 115 registered racers Edson Recycling Depot had popcorn for Peers on August 11, as well as an Outdoor Yoga
participated in the event across five age everyone to enjoy, while Integra Tire put on a Class in Peers on August 21. For more
categories: 5 & under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13. great barbeque. information or to register for these events, call
The three youngest age groups each needed two The evening ended with an outdoor movie at 780-723-4800.
heats to accommodate their racers, as there were
over 30 participants in each.
In addition to race entry, registration to the
event also provided some goodies for each young
racer, including a swim cap, Bear Chase t-shirt,
race bib, and other small Yellowhead County
giveaways like Frisbees.
Each age group had different distances to
accomplish, but the goal was the same. Racers
began in Bear Lake and ran/swam to shore as fast
as they could.
Waiting for them was a bike station, where
racers got on their bikes and biked around Bear
Lake Campground. Once they got their bikes
back to the bike station, they ran through the
campground to reach the finish line.
Racers were welcomed with cheers and
applause from family and friends that were
waiting, as well as from Yellowhead County and
Fish and Wildlife volunteers. Every racer earned
a medal of participation courtesy of the County.
2019 marked the third year for the Bear Chase
Triathlon, which will “absolutely be continuing”
as an annual event, said YC Recreation
Coordinator Mark Tavenor.
The Parks and Recreation Department had a
goal to bring out as many families to the event as
they could, and they certainly succeeded. The
first Bear Chase Triathlon saw approximately 70
registrants, and with over 115 racers this year
they look forward to continuing to grow. “We
want to increase awareness and get Edson and
Yellowhead County residents out to a great
event,” said Tavenor. “It is a way for families to
be active and have a great time together, so we'd :Family and friends filled the beach of Bear Lake to cheer on their young racers during the Bear Chase
like to see numbers increase for years to come.” Triathlon on July 25. photo Shaylyn Thornton
