free event T-shirts for volunteers

Tue, 04/25/2023 - 1:00pm

A participant in the 2019 event is all smiles as she completes the cycling leg of the race. (Photo courtesy Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust)

PEMAQUID — All skill levels are welcome at the Pemaquid Beach Triathlon, taking place this year on August 27.

Advertised as “Maine’s most beautiful triathlon,” the Pemaquid Tri is a sprint triathlon, which is the shortest category of triathlon. It includes a 400-yard ocean swim off of Pemaquid Beach, a 17-mile bike ride around the scenic Pemaquid peninsula, and a 3-mile out-and-back run along Pemaquid Trail, a quiet residential street with views of Johns Bay.

Participants may compete as an individual or as part of a relay team. Early-bird registration is $85 for individuals and $90 for a relay team of up to three people. The first 40 registrants will receive a free T-shirt. Registration is through RunSignUp at runsignup.com/Race/ME/NewHarbor/PemaquidBeachSprintTriathlon.

Race co-directors Carla McKay and Coastal Rivers Communications Director Hannah McGhee are also seeking volunteers to help with the triathlon: on the beach, in transition areas, and along the bike and running routes. Anyone interested in being a part of this fun community event are encouraged to email Carla at mckay.carla@gmail.com. Volunteers will receive a free event T-shirt.

The Pemaquid Beach Triathlon is hosted by Bristol Parks and Recreation along with lead sponsor and race organizer Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust.

Bristol Parks and Recreation is a department of the Town of Bristol, responsible for the management of Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park, Pemaquid Beach Park, Ellingwood Information Center, and a number of other properties including a swimming hole and boat launches. For more information, email bristolparks@tidewater.net or visit bristolmaine.org/parks-recreation.

Coastal Rivers is a nonprofit, member-supported, nationally accredited land trust caring for the lands and waters of the Damariscotta-Pemaquid Region by conserving special places, protecting water quality, creating trails and public access, and deepening connections to nature through education programs. For more information, email info@coastalrivers.org or visit coastalrivers.org.