UP Health System Great Bear Chase
- Date Sat 7th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Calumet, Michigan
- Price Free - $80.50
- Races 13 races
- Distances Ultra, 10km, 5km
Event summary
The Great Bear Chase takes place on the picturesque Swedetown ski trails, which are renowned for receiving over 230 inches of snow each year, ensuring a perfect skiing experience. After the races, participants and spectators can enjoy a delicious post-race pasty luncheon, grab exclusive Great Bear Chase hats, and compete for overall and age-group awards, as well as exciting door prizes. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere
Organiser's Description
* 50 kilometer skiathlon
* 20 kilometer skiathlon
* 50 kilometer freestyle
* 50 kilometer classic
* 25 kilometer freestyle
* 25 kilometer classic
* 10 kilometer freestyle
* 10 kilometer classic
* 3 and 6 kilometer sit-ski
* 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
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50km Skiathlon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$80.50
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50km Classic
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:05AM EST)
$80.50
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50km Freestyle
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:10AM EST)
$80.50
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25km Classic
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:35AM EST)
$80.50
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25km Freestyle
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:20AM EST)
$80.50
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20km Skiathlon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:45AM EST)
$80.50
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10km Classic
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:55AM EST)
$48.70
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10km Freestyle
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:50AM EST)
$48.70
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Sit Ski 3km/6km
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (9:05AM EST)
Free
Thanks to support from the Midwest Adaptive Nordic Foundation, this event is free. -
Junior Bear Chase 4km Freestyle
Sat 7th March 2026 (3:25PM EST)
Free
Recommended for skiers age 10+ -
Junior Bear Chase 2km Classic
Sat 7th March 2026 (3:15PM EST)
Free
Recommended for skiers ages 8-10 -
Junior Bear Chase 2km Freestyle
Sat 7th March 2026 (3:20PM EST)
Free
Recommended for skiers ages 8+ -
Junior Bear Chase 1km Classic
Sat 7th March 2026 (3:00PM EST)
Free
Recommended for skiers ages 3-8
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