Contact:

Tom Knisely

Media Relations Specialist

763/694-7617

tknisely@threeriversparkdistrict.org

FROZEN FROLIC WINTER RACE SERIES

ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE

Just because its snowy and cold doesnt mean that we cant do some mountain bike racing. Race through the trees and snow, then warm up at the trailhead for awards and door prizes. Studded tires are approved. Helmets are required. Join us on Saturday, February 1, from 11 a.m.2 p.m., at Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove.

Cost is $12 for those who pre-register and $15 for registration the day of the event. Call 763-559-6700 to pre-register and save. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and race starts at 11 a.m. This race is co-sponsored by Freewheel Bike and Maple Grove Cycling and is for ages 14+.

Race Schedule

Elm Creek Park Reserve: February 1 and 22.

Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve: February 8, March 1

About Three Rivers Park District

Three Rivers Park District is a natural resources-based park system that manages park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Park District offers facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, creative play, boating, fishing, downhill skiing,

snowboarding, golf, camping and sledding; extensive trails for hiking, biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as program sites for nature, recreation, historic and farm education.

Three Rivers Park Districts mission is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. The Park District owns and operates more than 27,000 acres and serves more than 9.5 million visitors a year.

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