12 sporting events you won't want to miss
There will be a lot of action all year round in 2020 in the Chaleur Region. From cross-skiing and snowshoeing competitions to runs and bike races, athletes and outdoor enthusiasts won’t have a shortage of fun!
Published Jan 31
Discover trails with thousands of years of history on the Mi’gmaq100, try orienteering, a great outdoor activity that’s gaining popularity in the recent years, or attend the legendary crossing of the Chaleur Bay in whaleboats.
Awake the adventurer in you and participate in one of the 12 following sporting events… or attend them all!
****At the present time, several preventive measures have been adopted by the Government of New Brunswick to control the propagation of the COVID-19 in our province. Unfortunately, all events have been canceled until further notice.
Please consult our article again at a later date or follow us on Facebook for updates about potential changes.***
1. Snow Bears Loppet
Where: 1015 St-Anne St, Bathurst, behind the Nepisiguit River Company
When: February 9, 2020 – 11 h
The Snow Bears Cross Country Ski Club is inviting you to the 2020 edition of their annual loppet in Bathurst. This event is part of a four loppet series held by Cross Country New Brunswick in four cities around the province.
Participate in the Snow Bears Loppet and enjoy a beautiful winter day outside on impeccably groomed trails.
There will be loops and distances of all difficulty levels for either classic or skating techniques. The more competitive skiers are also in for a good challenge.
Skiers have until February 8 at 7 pm to register online on Zone4.ca. Registrations are already open, so save your spot early!
For more information, those interested can contact Julie Daigle at 506 350-0163 (evening) or via email at duchesne.daigle@rogers.com. Happy trails!
2. Orienteering activity
Where: Parking lot of the K.C. Irving Regional Centre, Bathurst
When: February 17, 2020 – 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Here’s a fun Family Day event that will combine two great outdoor activities: orienteering and snowshoeing!
Don't know what orienteering is?
It's a perfect family activity that will get your brain working as well as your body!
Orienteering is a sport where you need to find a series of checkpoints outdoors using only a map and a compass.
The goal is to visit all checkpoints in the shortest amount of time. Come and hone your map reading skills while snowshoeing in the forest!
Everyone will meet at the lower parking lot of the K.C. Irving Regional Centre. Bring your own compass or, if you don’t have one, compasses will be available from the organizers.
All ages and experience levels are welcome.
3. The Big Chill Duathlon
Where: 750 Golf St, Bathurst
When: February 29, 2020 – 8 AM to 1 PM
The BIG Chill Duathlon is a one of a kind fat bike and snowshoe race hosted by the City of Bathurst & MFB Chaleur.
NEW for the 2020 edition: Fatbike and snowshoe courses will be separated to keep the fatbike trail bed in top shape!
This special event has a mix of categories, and it has just the right level of "suffering" for every appetite!
For the Duathlon, there are two options: the BIG Chill (the full course) is 5K snowshoe - 15K Fatbike - 5K snowshoe and the baby chill, which is 10K fatbike and 5K snowshoe.
If you prefer to compete in a single discipline, you can opt for the Full Fat (15K) or Low Fat (10K), which are for fat bike only, or even the Fat-Free (5k), for snowshoe enthusiasts.
Registration is only $20 plus tax and includes a post-race meal and plenty of great prizes!
Want to participate but don't have access to a fatbike? They have got you covered!
Bikes are available for rent for $25 each, and you can book them on a first-come, first-served basis by contacting ryan.wilbur@bathurst.ca
4. Fun Run at Daly Point
[Daly Point Nature Reserve]
Where: Daly Point Nature Reserve
When: In May (more details to come)
Discover nature at your own pace on this 5-km run at the Daly Point Nature Reserve. You can either run or walk, and you can even bring your dog along (dogs must be on leash).
Refreshments will be provided, and you’ll even get a t-shirt as a souvenir from your day.
The run is open to everyone, but please register ahead.
Check the Daly Point Facebook page for upcoming details
5. 10 km Chaleur
Where: Start at Sportek, 201 rue du Parc E., Beresford
When: June 13, 2020
Get ready for a great workout while having fun during this outdoor run in the beautiful Town of Beresford!
There are categories for all age groups: adults (10 km or 5 km); kids from ages 1-5 (300 m; kids from this age group must be accompanied by an adult.); kids from ages 6-12 (1 km).
The start and finish lines are both at the Sportek, but the lunch break and award ceremony will be at the Réal-Boudreau Centre (Beresford arena).
Registration is required, and information about the race will be provided on raceroster.com as it becomes available.