As part of the Bear Festival activities, the McCleary Civic Renewal Council is hosting a 1.25-mile or 5K run, trot, and walk through the city of McCleary. Pre-registration is open through July 12th and encouraged. You may register the day of the race. Registration will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 8:50 a.m. The registration table will be at the corner of W Simpson and S 3rd Street. Costumes are encouraged, and prizes will be awarded! Prize categories ($25 value) Best kid costume (13 and younger) Best "Big kid" costume (14 and older) Royalty Court Choice 1.25 mile - winner 5k - winner Packet pickup opens at 8:00 a.m. and the fun run begins at 9:00 a.m.
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Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival 2026 — McCleary, WA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to McCleary, WA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
