The Caledonia Nordic Ski Club had a successful weekend, hosting the International Biathlon Union Regional Event and Biathlon Canada Western Canadian Championships.
The event, which took place from March 6th to the 8th, saw over 150 athletes from across Western Canada, the Yukon and Northwest Territories, and the United States compete in categories from Youth, Junior, Senior, and Masters.
Biathlon Canada livestreamed the competitions, which Spokesperson Kevin Pettersen said drew in thousands of viewers.
“We had some international viewers on the livestream as well.”
“We had some highlight videos out there that were done by a local videographer, and I think we had an opportunity to show off Exploration Place. We had the Saturday banquet there and award ceremony.”
Pettersen added it was amazing for folks to experience Prince George and what the Nordic Club offers.
He said they’ve been working to improve the club for around a decade to offer more for event hosting, with the goal of hosting world level events.
Pettersen said there’s a symbiotic relationship that the events they host open up the doors to what they can bring into the community and improve the club for the benefit of their skiers.
UNBC also offered a $2,000 tuition credit to participating athletes for competitors to pursue post-secondary education while continuing their athletic careers.
The race results can be found below:
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