Logan, NM – You've been training all year. Swimming, biking, cardio....now you're ready to compete in Ute the Man! Sprint Triathlon – 2015, hosted by Ute Lake State Park on Saturday, August 1st, with the first race wave beginning at 7:30 a.m. from the McFarland boat ramp in the Logan Park area of Ute Lake.
"Ute Lake State Park and the United Dairy Women of New Mexico are proud to host the 3rd Annual UTE THE MAN! Sprint Triathlon," said Park Superintendent Rick Martin. "Participants not only get great exercise outdoors, they get to see more of the park and hopefully come back for more fun, outdoor recreation."
You can pre-register online at www.active.com or www.newmexicosportsonline.com. Registration is $75 for individuals; $90 for a relay team of 3 participants. The triathlon features an 800-meter open-water swim in the lake, a 13-mile bike ride and a 5K run out to Rodgers Park and back.
Please plan to stay for the awards and post-race party! All participants, volunteers and supporters will be treated to a free lunch as well as live music after the event. The event is sponsored by the United Dairy Women of New Mexico, with proceeds going to a local children's home.
Ute Lake State Park regular day-use fees apply. Camping reservations can be made online at www.nmparks.com or toll free at 1.877.664.7787.
The State Parks Division offers FREE boating safety classes around the state and on-line throughout the year. ALWAYS make safety your number one priority—being prepared on the water and wearing lifejackets saves lives.
For more information on all New Mexico State Park events, please visit our website at www.nmparks.com.
Find your New Mexico True State Park! While at Hyde Memorial State Park, why not record your experience in a 2 minute video and then upload it to www.newmexico.org and you could win some fabulous prizes! Check out the Find your New Mexico True State Park Video Contest at https://www.newmexico.org/NMTruePark for more details.