Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom

05/31/2026

Another successful PA Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom is in the books!

THANK YOU for making it such a successful day. It was a little cloudy and that wind made shooting a challenge, but our amazing biathletes and volunteers couldn't be stopped!!

Please feel free to share your biathlon photos to our page. Amy, Kyle and I were a bit too busy to take any photos, but we saw lots of camers out there snapping shots. Ken Myers, the man behind the big camera and drone at our biathlons, will be sharing his shots shortly - Thanks Ken!!!

We hope to see you again next year for our 2027 PA Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom!!

Shared with Dropbox

05/30/2026

Thank you so much to everyone that came out to the 2026 Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom!! Thank you to all of the Biathletes for making it such a great day! Thank you to all of our volunteers - we could not do this without you!!
We just finished having dinner and unloading the trailers - now we need to regroup. I'll be emailing and posting the race result tomorrow morning once I have the spreadsheets finalized and uploaded. Thank you all!!

05/28/2026

IMPORTANT Race Day Information -

Good morning, Biathletes!! With only 2 days until the 2026 Pennsylvania Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom, I wanted to reach out with some information for newcomers and updates for our veteran biathletes.

Please keep in mind that this event is much longer than your average 6K and will go into the afternoon hours. Feel free to bring whatever will make you comfortable for the day – sunscreen, bug spray, your favorite camp chair, etc. We were unable to secure a food sponsor this year, so we suggest packing a lunch and your favorite refreshments. However, please save the alcohol for your private afterparty as Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom is an alcohol-free event.

Race check-in opens at 7:00 am and all participants must be checked in by 8:30 am. All first-time participants MUST attend the Familiarization and Safety Clinic beginning at 8:30 am. The race is scheduled to begin at 10:00 am, but may start late if the Familiarization and Safety Clinic and range practice run late. We have 78 registered participants this year, so I expect the race to last well into the afternoon. We appreciate your patience on race day, as a biathlon of this size is not an easy production. Our volunteers are not paid for the day, so please give them a shout out for all of their help and hard work.

CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES! Children cannot be left unsupervised for any reason and are not allowed to wander the Camp Freedom grounds. This includes while a parent or guardian is running the race. Children are more than welcome at the biathlon and are encouraged to cheer on their friends and family members (they are the future of biathlon!!), but if you are participating in the event you should plan for some type of childcare. Due to issues with unsupervised children at last year’s event and our concern for their safety at a shooting event, this is a zero-tolerance policy.

There are NO PETS OR OTHER ANIMALS of any kind allowed on Camp Freedom grounds.

Course map and conditions – I have received a few inquiries regarding the course. While I do not have a course map, I can share that this is a well maintained, hard packed gravel trail, partially shaded while in the woods and some open sunny areas. There is very little elevation change for the majority of the course, with a steep but short hill in and out of the range itself. The course is a loop trail that is just over 1 mile long. You will run this same loop 3 times.

Weather for the weekend looks incredible! We can’t wait to see you at the 2026 PA Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom!! See you Saturday!

05/24/2026

Today is the last day to sign up for Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom !!! Dont delay! Sign up here --> https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Carbondale/PASummerBiathon

05/20/2026

Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom sponsor Loyal Nine Fi****ms is the go-to shop for new and used fi****ms, as well as a hub for accessories that are tried and tested by their staff. Loyal Nine has a focus on used fi****ms, but also carries today’s top names in handguns and long guns. Owner and operator, Jerry Dougherty, has spent the last 10 years in the fi****ms industry starting off as a salesman and working up to a store manager. Jerry decided to open up a store tailored to the used firearm market and to have a store that is operated by actual shooters to better suit its customers.
Check them out today! https://loyal9fi****ms.com/

05/18/2026

Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom is only 12 days away!!
THANK YOU to our sponsor Roll Call!!
Roll Call is a locally owned and operated business established in 2007 to serve the needs of firearm enthusiasts, collectors, and avid shooters. Roll Call specializes in firearm sales, class 3 weapons, ammunition, equipment, and much more. Their training facilities are outfitted with an indoor shooting range, classroom, and shoot house, providing first-time owners to experienced operators courses to fit their needs. They also buy and sell used fi****ms. Check them --> https://rollcall911.com/

05/14/2026

Registration closes May 23rd - Sign up today!!!

The 3rd annual Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom is coming up!
This event is a 6K Cross Country run combined with Rifle Marksmanship!
➡Sign up now: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Carbondale/PASummerBiathon

05/14/2026

Biathlon is right around the corner!!
Thank you to our sponsor Northeastern Pennsylvania Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery!!
Northeastern Pennsylvania Oral Surgery takes a patient-first approach to help their patients through every step of the surgical process. With three locations across Scranton, Childs, and Forty Fort, their board-certified surgeons provide treatment for patients of all ages. Whether you’re in need of a routine tooth extraction or a complex surgical need, you can expect thoughtful care and exceptional results.
Visit www.nepaoralsurgery.com today to find the Northeastern Pennsylvania Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery PC office nearest you!

Thanks again from the PA Biathlon Club and Camp Freedom!

Scranton PA Oral Surgeon Drs. Kotchick, Giallorenzi, Burns or Matthews offers oral surgery services including dental implants. 570-346-7301

05/01/2026

Only 4 weeks to Summer Biathlon at Camp Freedom!! Sign up today!

04/13/2026

Happy Monday Biathletes! The Biathlon is approaching fast! If you're traveling to the race and need a room for the night, check out Hotel Anthracite in Carbondale, PA! Mention "Camp Freedom Rate" when booking your room for a generous discount. Call 570-536-6020 to make your reservation today!!!
https://www.facebook.com/HotelAnthracite

We welcome you to Hotel Anthracite, a tribute to the heritage of Carbondale. Relax in our modern hotel near Scranton, PA, with touches of history all around you. The ambiance of the hotel provides a glimpse into the past of Carbondale.