UP Health System Great Bear Chase

  • Date Sat 13th March 2027
  • Time 8:05AM EST
  • Location Calumet, Michigan
  • Price Free - $96.40
  • Races 14 races
  • Distances Ultra, 10km, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of winter sports at the UP Health System Great Bear Chase on Saturday, March 13, 2027, in the picturesque town of Calumet, Houghton, Michigan! This vibrant event promises a fantastic lineup of ski races catering to all skill levels, featuring distances such as the 52-kilometer skiathlon, 20-kilometer skiathlon, freestyle and classic races in both 52 and 24 kilometers, along with shorter options of 10 kilometers, 3 and 6 kilometers for Para Nordic athletes, and a fun Junior Bear Chase for the little ones with races of 1km, 2km, and 4km.

Held on the beautiful Swedetown ski trails, renowned for receiving over 230 inches of snow annually, the Great Bear Chase is not just about competition; it’s a celebration of community and camaraderie! Participants can look forward to a delightful post-race pasty luncheon, a stylish Great Bear Chase hat, exciting awards for overall and age-group winners, and a chance to win door prizes and other swag. Join in the fun and experience the friendly atmosphere that makes this event a beloved winter tradition!

Organiser's Description

The UP Health System Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon includes these events:

* 52 kilometer skiathlon
* 20 kilometer skiathlon
* 52 kilometer freestyle
* 52 kilometer classic
* 24 kilometer freestyle
* 24 kilometer classic
* 10 kilometer freestyle
* 10 kilometer classic
* 3 and 6 kilometer Para Nordic
* Junior Bear Chase races of 1km, 2km, and 4km

Races are held at the Swedetown ski trails in Calumet, Michigan, which receives more than 230 inches of snow each year. The Great Bear Chase includes a post-race pasty luncheon, a Great Bear Chase hat, overall and age-group awards, door prizes, and other swag. The race is known for its laid-back, friendly atmosphere.

Races

  • 52km Skiathlon

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:05AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 52km Classic

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:05AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 52km Freestyle

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:30AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 24km Classic

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:10AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 24km Freestyle

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:35AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 20km Skiathlon

    Incl. $6.40 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:50AM EST)

    $96.40

  • 10km Classic

    Incl. $3.70 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (8:15AM EST)

    $48.70

  • 10km Freestyle

    Incl. $3.70 Fee

    Sat 13th March 2027 (9:00AM EST)

    $48.70

  • Para Nordic 3km/5km

    Sat 13th March 2027 (11:30AM EST)

    Free

    Thanks to support from the Midwest Adaptive Nordic Foundation, this event is free.
  • Para Nordic Guide

    Sat 13th March 2027 (11:30AM EST)

    Free

  • Junior Bear Chase 4km Freestyle

    Sat 13th March 2027 (1:40PM EST)

    Free

    Recommended for skiers age 10+
  • Junior Bear Chase 2km Classic

    Sat 13th March 2027 (1:50PM EST)

    Free

    Recommended for skiers ages 8-10
  • Junior Bear Chase 2km Freestyle

    Sat 13th March 2027 (1:45PM EST)

    Free

    Recommended for skiers ages 8+
  • Junior Bear Chase 1km Classic

    Sat 13th March 2027 (1:30PM EST)

    Free

    Recommended for skiers ages 3-8

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Location

56641 Osceola Rd, Calumet, 49913, MI, United States

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Mar 13, 2027

Free - $96.40