The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department invites athletes and community members of all fitness levels to test their endurance at the inaugural “Tri-the Bull” Triathlon on Aug. 8.
The event consists of a quarter-mile swim, 10-mile bike ride, and a three-mile run. The cost to enter is $40 per person or $105 for a three-person relay team, and registration will continue through July 31. Participants must be at least 15 years old.
All participants will receive an event T-shirt and a medal. Awards will also be given to first- and second-place finishers in each division.
The department is also looking for volunteers age 18 and up to help with the event.
To learn more about the triathlon or to volunteer, call Candida Reyes at the Recreation and Parks Department, at 925-0951, Ext. 413.
This article appears in Jul 2-9, 2009.