Sports and Outdoors

Friday, June 19, 2009

Bluffton Park’s Department Iron Kid Triathlon

Children ages 5-12 can compete in a swim, bike, and run contest held on Saturday July 25th. Cost is $15 and includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, snacks and trophies to the top 3 in each age and gender group. Registrations can be printed off from the web site at www.blufftonindiana.net or picked up from the park office at 128 E Market St. Swim distances are as follows: ages 5&6 the width of the pool, 7&8 the width of the pool twice, all others will swim the length of the pool (50 meters). Children are allowed to use fastened floating devices or a parent can assist in the water. Bike distance is 1.17 miles and training wheels are allowed. Running distance is .65 miles and a parent may run beside the child who is under 6 years old. Registration forms need to be turned in by July 17th. If you have any questions call 824-6069.

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