U.P. Health System Great Bear Chase

Saturday, March 9, 2024

New This Year: 20km Skiathlon

Our 50km skiathlon has been a hit for several years. Now those looking for the same challenge, but shorter distance, can register for the 20km skiathlon. You'll ski 10km classic, then 10km skate, with a transition area to change your equipment. The 20km skiathlon has only 50 slots available, so sign up today!

Sign Up

UP Health System Great Bear Chase: March 9, 2024

  • 50km and new 20km skiathlon

  • 50km, 25km, and 10km freestyle

  • 50 km, 25km, and 10km classic

  • Registration includes the 2024 Great Bear Chase t-shirt, other swag, the post-race pasty feast, and free photo downloads.

 

What people say:

  • "I love how the organizers make the event as good as it can be for the participants."

  • "Very well organized. Great communication via e-mails prior to race day. Excellent volunteers-friendly, helpful, encouraging. The trails were very well groomed."

  • "I've skied this race for 15 years and it is always my favorite. I love the laid-back vibe."

Winter Hats Still Available

Our new Great Bear Chase winter hats were popular for the 2023 race and we still have some available. Check out the store to get yours.

Order a Hat

Bib Reuse Continues

This year we will continue the initiative to reduce waste by collecting bibs at the finish line for reuse next year (after washing them, of course). Skiers have the option to purchase their bib during the registration process. Collected funds will help pay to replace the purchased bibs for the 2025 race. 

Pricing: 20km, 25km and 50 km Events

$75 - through November 30, 2023 (11:59 pm ET)
$85 - December 1-31, 2023
$90 - January 1-31, 2024
$95 - February 1-29, 2024
$105 - March 1-4, 2024
$115 - March 5-7, 2024
$125 - In-person March 8, 2024

Note: Age 23 and younger pricing is $50 through March 4, 2024; $65 March 5-7, 2024; and $70 in-person March 8.

Pricing: 10km Events

$45 through December 31, 2024 (11:59 pm)
$50 - January 1-31, 2024
$60 - February 1-29, 2024
$70 - March 1-7, 2024
$75 - In-person March 8, 2024

Note: Age 23 and younger pricing is $45 through December 31, 2023; $50 through March 4, 2024; $65 March 5-7, 2024; and $70 in-person March 8.

50km Skiathlon

$85 8:00AM EST
63 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 17 - 99.

50km Classic

$85 8:05AM EST
61 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 17 - 99.

50km Freestyle

$85 8:10AM EST
145 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 17 - 99.

25km Classic

$85 8:35AM EST
151 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

25km Freestyle

$85 8:20AM EST
194 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

20km Skiathlon

$85 8:45AM EST
Sorry! This event is full.
Join the Waiting List Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

10km Classic

$45 8:55AM EST
103 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

10km Freestyle

$45 8:50AM EST
113 spots left. Price increases after December 31, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

Virtual Great Bear Chase

$0 Registration ends March 9, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Thanks to our 2023 supporters!


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