More than 2,000 Grade 4 and 5 students from across the Tri-Cities have been busy training for the 39th annual Como Lake Relays, set for next week.
Athletes from 45 School District 43 elementary schools will take part in the event, which is the largest of its kind in British Columbia.
Students are organized into teams of four, with each members taking their turn to run the 1.2-km distance around the lake. Participants receive ribbons and the Top 10 teams for each grade and gender are given rosettes in an event designed to encourage healthy activity for young people.
The race will take place rain or shine on April 19 and April 20 between 2:45 p.m. and 5 p.m. Spectators are welcome to cheer on the runners, however they are asked to stay clear of the running path.
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