PA Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom
Date
Sat, May 30, 2026, 7:30 AM EDTDistance
6KOther
Quick take
Combine trail running with rifle marksmanship for a unique 6K challenge that supports a great cause.
Best for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Race feel
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersThe PA Summer Biathlon offers a truly unique 6K challenge, blending cross-country running with rifle marksmanship. Participants navigate a rugged 1-mile loop three times, pausing twice at the range for five shots from prone and standing positions. Missed targets incur a penalty loop or time addition. Rifles and ammunition are provided, with a mandatory safety clinic for first-timers. This distinctive event supports Camp Freedom, a non-profit providing outdoor healing adventures for Veterans, First Responders, and their families.
What to expect
- A 6K cross-country run over rugged terrain, broken up by two rifle marksmanship stops.
- Shoot five targets from prone and standing positions; penalty loops or time added for misses.
- Rifles and ammunition are provided, with a mandatory safety clinic for first-timers.
Standout details
- Cross-country running with rifle marksmanship
- Mandatory safety clinic for first-timers
- Awards for overall and age group winners
- Benefits Camp Freedom's healing adventures
Course surface
Cross-country
Based on the event listing. Check the official site for the full course map.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
A Summer Biathlon is Cross Country running combined with Rifle Marksmanship The 6K running race is divided into three parts: First: The timing starts with waves of one or two runners leaving the start line every minute and running an approximately 1-mile loop.
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As you approach the shooting range at the end of the first running loop, you will run into the range, catching your breath, lie down in the prone position and pick up an easy to use . 22 caliber target rifle. You shoot 5 shots at 4. 5-inch metal knock down targets 33 meters away. For each missed target you are required to run a 70-meter penalty loop after the shooting stop. If course conditions do not permit a penalty loop, 25 seconds will be added to the runners overall time for each target missed. Second: After this first shooting stop, you run out of the range and run the same 1-mile loop again. The second time at the range you will shoot 5 shots at the same type target from the standing position and run the 70-meter penalty loop for each missed target. If course conditions do not permit a penalty loop, 25 seconds will be added to the runners overall time for each target missed. Third: Once you’ve completed the standing position, you run out of the range and run the 1-mile loop a final time ending at the finish line The Pennsylvania Biathlon Club will provide . 22 caliber rifles and ammunition for competitors. Competitors are allowed to use their own . 22 caliber rifles, standard velocity ammunition, and a 5 round magazine. However there are strictly enforced restrictions for personal rifles - no semi-automatic rifles, must use standard velocity lead ammunition, and open sights or peep sights only. The field size will be limited to the first 100 registrants. Awards for overall winners and age group winners will be given upon completion of the tabulation of race results. This is a foot race over rugged terrain- No baby strollers, bikes, etc. Due to insurance restrictions, there are no dogs or other animals of any kind allowed on Camp Freedom property. All first time participants are required to attend a pre-race biathlon Familiarization and Safety Clinic . Participants must check-in by 8:30 am on the day of the race. 7:00-8:30am Race check-in and bib pick up. 8:30-9:30am Familiarization Safety Clinic (mandatory for first-time participants) Zero for personal rifles, practice range time 10:00am Race begins For more information visit: www. facebook. com/SummerBiathlonCampFreedom , www. pabiathlon. com or www. facebook. com/campfreedompa Proceeds from this event will benefit Camp Freedom, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides outdoor healing adventures for individuals with disabilities, including Veterans, First Responders, their families, and Gold Star families.