From staff reports
The annual Oil Creek Biathlon will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, in the cross-country ski area of Petroleum Center at Oil Creek State Park.
The race features a 6K cross-country run with two shooting stops. All needed equipment will be provided.
The race is open to those 12 and older who have completed the mandatory pre-race safety clinic.
That clinic will be held for first-time participants at 8:30 a.m., just before the race begins at 10 a.m. on Aug. 13.
The field of runners is limited to 100 racers. To register, visit www.friendsocsp.org.
There is a $25 registration fee.
The race is a fundraiser sponsored by the Friends of Oil Creek State Park volunteer group and PA Biathlon Club.
More details are available at www.pabiathlon.com or by calling John Sims at (814) 354-2802 or emailing pjam@venustel.com.
