UP Health System Great Bear Chase

  • Date Sat 8th March 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Calumet, Michigan
  • Price Free - $91.10
  • Races 13 races
  • Distances Ultra, 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating winter experience at the UP Health System Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon, taking place on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Calumet, Houghton, Michigan. This vibrant event features a variety of race distances tailored for skiers of all levels, including 50k, 25k, and 10k options, with separate races for classic and freestyle techniques.

For those looking for an added challenge, the Great Bear Chase also offers exciting skiathlon events: a thrilling 50km skiathlon combining 25km of classic and 25km of freestyle skiing, as well as a 20km skiathlon that features 10km of each style. With more than 230 inches of snow blanketing the stunning Swedetown ski trails each year, participants can look forward to a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and the breathtaking beauty of winter. Join us for an unforgettable day on the trails!

Organiser's Description

The UP Health System Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon includes three distances, with separate races and starts for classic and freestyle: 50k, 25k, and 10k. The Great Bear Chase also includes a 50km skiathlon (25km classic and 25km freestyle) and a 20km skiathlon (10km classic and 10km freestyle). Races are held at the Swedetown ski trails in Calumet, Michigan, which receives more than 230 inches of snow each year.

Races

  • 50km Skiathlon

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 50km Classic

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:05AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 50km Freestyle

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:10AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 25km Classic

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:35AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 25km Freestyle

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:20AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 20km Skiathlon

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:45AM EST)

    $91.10

  • 10km Classic

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:55AM EST)

    $48.70

  • 10km Freestyle

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (8:50AM EST)

    $48.70

  • Adaptive 5km

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (9:05AM EST)

    $27.50

    This is an invitation-only race this year to gather information and feedback with plans to offer an open adaptive race in 2025.
  • Junior Bear Chase 4km Freestyle

    Sat 8th March 2025 (3:00PM EST)

    Free

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

    Sat 8th March 2025 (3:10PM EST)

    Free

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

    Sat 8th March 2025 (3:15PM EST)

    Free

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

    Sat 8th March 2025 (3:20PM 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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