Bear Lake Ultra

Bear Lake Ultra Race Information

<p>Year 9!  </p> <p>24 hours of FUN! This means you can run, walk, go fast, go slow! Do as many loops as you want or can!</p> <p>All profits from the race are given to Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp (501c3).  In 8 years we have raised over $66,000! to the Camp. </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Registration</strong></span></p> <p>$96.00 (Early registration) and 1 pair of Gloves or Mittens, a Winter hat, or a Scarf (pick one) Dropped off at packet pick up.  <span style="font-size:10pt">(The gloves, mittens, hats and scarfs will be given people in need throughout the community)</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Included in Registration</strong></span></p> <p>     • Hooded sweatshirt  (Must be registered by 9-1-26)   </p> <p>     • Friday night Dinner for all runners at Packet Pick up.</p> <p>     • Camping for the weekend (sorry no campers/ RV&#39;s)</p> <p>     • Mystery gift (Must be registered by 9-1-26)</p> <p>     • Fully stocked Aid station: We take our Aid Station food seriously. Included but not limited to: PBJ, Soup, Pop, Fruit, Cookies, Candy, Pretzels, Gummy Bears, Water, Grilled Cheese, Brownies, Rice Crispy Treats, Pizza, Pickles, Bacon, Watermelon. Fresh cooked cookies,                                                                       quesadilla, Chips, Veggies, ! And MUCH MORE!</p> <p>                  Not included: -- Gels, other supplements, meds (ie. Ibuprofen) (Please come prepared if you have special dietary needs).</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Extras</strong></span> </p> <p>-- On Friday we will have a Used Gear Swap table at packet pick up/dinner.</p> <p>-- We will also be collect used eyeglasses and race medals (1/2 Marathon and farther) for charity.   </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Course</strong></span></p> <p>Runners will loop around the Camp along rolling hills on single-track trails, wide trails, some grass and a few bridge crossings completing as many loops  (3.1 mile loop) as you wants and at any pace during the 24 hours. At any time, runners can take a break and continue on the course within the 24 hours.</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Useful information</strong></span></p> <p>• Race begins at 8am<br />• Chipped event.<br />• Cup less race. <br />• Heated Indoor bathrooms with showers at the aid station.<br />• Pacers are allowed after 50 miles or dark.<br />• The aid station is at the start/finish.<br />• Camping: All registered runners can set up a tent and camp Friday and or Saturday night near the aid station (10X10). Cars are not able to park in the camping area at the aid station/ start/finish. All cars will be parked the parking lots. Course passes the parking lots every lap. “Car camping” is allowed. Sorry no RV’s, campers, ect.</p> <p> </p> <p>Top male/ female runner (most completed loops) receive a custom pint glass.</p> <p>Belt buckle for all runners completing 100 miles or more (Partial loops will not be counted).</p> <p> </p> <p>Bear Lake Camp is owned and operated by Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp, Inc. a 501C-3 Non-Profit Corporation. The camp is financially supported by the Lions, Lioness and Leos, as well as Foundation grants and individual donors throughout Michigan.</p> <p> </p> <p>Sorry no refunds, defers, transfers, or virtual options.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Thank you to our 2025 sponsors!</strong></span></p> <p><em>                              Aid Station Sponsor</em></p> <p>          Dexter Lions Club  www.dexterlions.org</p> <p>                                 <em>Gold Sponsor</em></p> <p>Julie Krumholz Mortgage*          www.Julieyourloangal.com</p> <p>                         <em> Silver Level Sponsor</em></p> <p>Runnin&#39; Gear Running and Walking Shop       www.myrunningear.com</p> <p>Mayville Veterinary Clinic*                               https://mayvillevet.com</p> <p>Choice One Bank                                            www.choiceone.bank</p> <p>Fraser Lions Club                                            www.fraserlions.com</p> <p>Lake Orion Lions Club*                                   https://lakeorionlions.org</p> <p>                             <em>Bronze Sponsor</em></p> <p>First Choice Heating and Cooling        www.firstchoiceheat.com</p> <p>Stoney Creek Oil Change*                  www.valvolineglobal.com</p> <p>Ann Arbor Lions Club                          https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/ann_arbor_host/index.php </p> <p>Hartland Lions Club*                           https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/hartlandmi/</p> <p>Minden Lions Club                              www.facebook.com/MindenCityLions/</p> <p>Bay City Lions Club                             https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/baycitymi/index.php</p> <p>Dearborn Ham                                   www.dearbornbrand.com</p> <p>                                        <em> Jr. Sponsor</em></p> <p>The Brokerage Real Estate Enthusiasts*        https://thebrokerageree.com</p> <p>Howard City Lions Club      https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/howardcitymi/</p> <p>Pennfield Lions Club           www.lionsclubs.org</p> <p>Paw Paw Lions Club           https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/pawpawmi</p> <p>Lennon Lions Club              www.facebook.com/lennonlionsclub/</p> <p>Hillman Lions Club              https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/hillman/index.php</p> <p>Momma B’s Pizza*              www.mommabspizzeria.com</p> <p>Squirl Nut Butter                  www.squirrelsnutbutter.com</p> <p>Turtle Gloves*                      www.turtlegloves.com</p> <p>Joe Hildbrand</p> <p>Jim Lykins</p> <p>Product Sponsors: *Cottage Outfitters, Caseville,   *#1 Nails, Shelby Township*,   *Mr. C&#39;s Car Wash*,   *EJ Nicks, Lapeer,   Blend Frozen Yogurt, Lapeer,   Kookys &#39;n Cream, Lapeer,   *Tilted Axis Brewing Company, Lapeer,   Bordines, Rochester*, The Candied Squirrel, Caseville Hardware.                                                         * Past BLU Sponsor </p>