Janet Clarkson Memorial Triathlon - West Yellowstone
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719 North Electric Street
West Yellowstone,
MT 59758
Phone: 406-646-9328
Fax: 406-646-0506
Toll Free: 866-646-9328
DescriptionJanet Clarkson Memorial Triathlon is a fund raising triathlon held in memory of Janet Clarkson, a West Yellowstone resident who lost her battle with cancer at age 37. Janet was a triathlete and had competed in many events before being struck with cancer. Proceeds go to athletic scholarships and cancer research. Presentation of awards to the winners and a check to the American Cancer Society follows right after the race.
This is an annual event held at the Madison Arm Resort on the south shore of Hebgen Lake. The triathlon hosts many athletes from Montana, Idaho, Utah and Canada. The race course is entirely within the Gallatin National Forest and does not conflict with any vehicular traffic. Participants will be placed in age categories per the USA Triathlon requirements The water will be tested for contaminants prior to the race. The race starts at 1:00pm and should be completed by about 5:00pm
Race course description: Swimmers will be taken in boats from the Madison Arm Resort to the point just opposite the resort on the north shore. They will start in two waves about five minutes apart. No less than eight boats with flags and spotters will line the swim course to wave off approaching boats and personal water crafts, as well as pick up swimmers if needed. The bicycle portion of the race will start at the Madison Arm Resort and proceed southeast on Forest Service Road (FSR)1731 to the junction of FSR 1731 and FSR 1730, proceeding to the junction of FSR 1730, FSR 6699, and FSR 291. Total bicycle portion is 7.3 miles. Ending at a wide open space where the trailers will transport the bicycles back to the resort. At this point refreshments and a chemical toiler will be available. The running portion of 5.2 miles starts here and heads east on FSR 6699 to the junction of FSR 1731 at which point runners turn south to the 'Y' then northeast to the resort.
There will be a dinner of steak, salad and potatoes and live music for dancing. It is a great day to enjoy the thrill of competition in the environment of a national forest.
Come join the fun!
DirectionsJanet Clarkson Memorial Triathlon will start and end at the Madison Arm Resort which is on the south shore of Hebgen Lake.
From West Yellowstone go three miles north on US Highway 191/287, turn left at the Madison Arm Resort sign on Forest Service road 291, proceed 5.5 miles north west on Forest Service 291.
Swim leg is .62 miles, bike is 7.3 and run is 5.4. Entire event is within the Gallatin National Forest on old logging roads. No other conflicting vehicular traffic.
Hours of Operation:12:00pm - 6:00pm
Services and Amenities:
- Dinner
- Parking
- Pets Allowed
- Pay Telephone
- Public Restroom
- Store
- Water
Activities:
- Bicycling
- Dining
- Mountain Biking
- Sporting Event
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Outdoor Activity
- Running
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