Feel and hear the thrill of a crowd while you run, walk or skip your way through the streets of Eagle River when you join in the Bear Paw Classic 5K race at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday - July 12th. 

          Sponsored by Chugiak High School Cross Country Running & Ski Team, the race will start at Plaza Seven Mall (adjacent to Taco Bell) and run the parade route, running amidst the cheering crowds gathered for the classic and the 23rd annual Bear Paw Festival Grand Parade.  

          Entry fee is $20 for individuals, $60 for entire families. 

         All pre-registered receive a free Bear Paw Classic T-shirt. Race day entry is from 8:30 - 9:30 AM and costs $25.  T-shirt and sizes are not guaranteed for late registrants. 

         Applications are at the Chamber office or Skinny Raven Sports, on line (when up) or for more information call 696-1567. 

After running down the parade route, 1400 feet sizzle along the bike path on the Glenn Highway (Photo courtesy of Alaska Star)

Moving in Fine Form along the

back side of the

Race Course

(Photo courtesy of the

Alaska Star)