This sprint triathlon is a two-state, three-county event held annually.

The event begins with a swim in Allegany State Park in New York state. Triathletes will then bicycle to Corydon Hotel on Route 346 outside of Bradford. They will then run to the Willows Restaurant, also on Route 346. Participants can either do the triathlon individually or as part of a team.

Proceeds will benefit the Disabled American Veterans of Warren and McKean counties.

For more information, go to www.willowcreektriathlon.org.

Come to Mount Jewett to celebrate your Swedish heritage or learn about Swedish customs in this three-day event.

Highlights include a parade, crafts, vendors, Swedish food and fireworks.

The 107th annual McKean County Fair will be held with a variety of entertainment, events, food and fun for the entire family.

Exhibits, farm animals, contests, rides and performers are all part of this week-long event.

www.mckeancountyfair.net

Family Services of Warren Co. – Kinzua Classic Bike Race
August 12, 2012 – Kinzua Beach
Sponsor: Family Services of Warren Co.
Contact: Gary Lester

Highlights include: National Rib Teams competing for prizes; cardboard boat regatta,live music, Sat-Kid Zone with bounce houses; art & crafts vendors and a variety of desserts.
Free Admission
for more information (716) 945-2034

Charity Women Tournament
August 19, 2012 – Willow Bay Boat Launch
Sponsor: Kinzua Outdoors
Contact person: Tom Means (814) 362-1423

In its 33rd year, this annual fair is held on the grounds of the historic Crook Farm.

The lawn is lined with vendors selling homemade as well as other merchandise. Music wafts through the air as visitors can explore the buildings on site, including the old homestead and bank building. A nearby walking trail is perfect for walking off some extra caleries consumed at the bake sale.

www.bradfordlandmark.org.

3 Mile Gold Watch & $ Race- Seven Circuit Race
Registration Day of Race: $45 Pre Registration $40
Staging for the 53 Mile race is at 11:45.
Start for the 53 Mile race is at 12:00.
in front of McKean County Courthouse, Smethport, PA

M & F: Age Category winners: 19 & Under/ 20 & 29/ 30 & 39/40 to 49/ 50 to 59/ 60 & Up

53 Mile 4 Circuit "Gold Watch Classic" Race. Male and Female winners of the 53 Mile Classic receive gold pocket watches.
Cash prizes (53 Mile Race only)
Lap premiums will be available M&F (53 Mile Race only).
Races organized by Smethport Wheel Race Committee
a special committee of the Smethport Volunteer Fire Department

15 Mile Race- 2Circuit Race
Registration $30 Day of Race $35
Staging for the 15 Mile race is at race is at 11:45.
Start for the 15 Mile race will immediately follow the start of the 53 Mile Race.

Front of McKean County Courthouse, Smethport, PA
M & F: Age Category winners:
19 & Under/ 20 to 29/ 30 to 39/ 40 to 49/ 50 to 59/ 60 & Up

IMPORTANT NOTES Notes FOR REGISTRANTS
FROM RACE OFFICIANTS


Bibs should be on the right side of the back
(see illustrations BELOW).

Staging for the races is at 11:45.

Start for the 53 Mile race is at 12:00.

Start for the 15 Mile race will immediately follow the 53 Mile Race start.

Race Information (will also be announced at the start):

The race is over for all riders after the first place finisher crosses the line regardless of how many laps are left to go for everyone else.

Riders suffering a mishap or technical malfunction must report to the officials at the finish line (before repair) who will allow them to re-enter the race in the place they were recorded on the previous lap.

Lap Premiums will be given to 1st place for every lap and 2nd place for laps 1 and 4.

Overall 1st place men and women will not be eligible for age group prizes.

All those leaning or swerving (or any other dangerous movements) during a sprint will be relegated.

Stay on the right of the road at all times. Do not cross the yellow line.

Although there are road marshals throughout the course - many drivers do not have experience with bike races.

There is a fire station on the course. If there is an alarm, the race will be neutralized and restarted from there.

In the event of a thunderstorm, the race will be neutralized and will restart from the start/finish area (if possible).

Upon finishing the race, stay right make sure you pass the official with the clipboard. Turn in your transponder.
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