SELF GUIDED IRON AND HALF IRON TRAINING ON GRAND COLUMBIAN COURSE – AUGUST
20,21,22

The Grand Columbian Triathlon is excited to offer another chance to preview
The Grand Columbian Triathlon course. Mark your calendars for the weekend of
August 20,21, 22 at Grand Coulee Dam Washington. All who attended the
informal trainings in April, May, and July had great experiences.

On Friday August 20 we will set up a portion of the swim course as
identified on the course map. Swim practice begins at 5:30 PM at Coulee
Playland Resort.

On Saturday August 21 athletes will meet at Coulee Playland Resort, Electric
City WA at 9:00 AM. NOTE: WE MEET NEXT TO THE YURT IN THE COULEE PLAYLAND
PARKING LOT RIGHT ON HWY 155. From there we will ride the Grand Columbian
bike course. Due to the two loop configuration triathletes will have the
option of riding 50, 60, 90 or 108 miles at your training level. The
training day is an informal event – self directed by all athletes. However,
there will be water, hydration and gels on the bike route – provided by the
Grand Coulee Dam Chamber of Commerce. We only ask for you to donate whatever
you feel comfortable with to the Chamber of Commerce for their volunteer
support.

On Sunday, August 22nd athletes will meet at Melody’s Restaurant Parking Lot
in Coulee Dam at 9:00 AM and go for a run on the 12.5 mile out and back
course along the Columbia River. There will be an interesting hill challenge
for those who would like to go longer. This will be fun chance to train and
get to know the course. Pancake flat and gravel path. Water and hydration
will be provided.

This is a great opportunity to get a quality solid workout in when most need
to peak for late summer of fall events and/or eventually prepare for The
Grand Columbian Triathlon. We suggest making reservations at The Columbia
River Inn www.columbiariverinn.com for the weekend. Exceptional camping is
possible at Coulee Playland Resort, Sun Banks Resort or Steamboat Rock State
Park. E-mail us at info@... if you have questions.
Accommodations and area information can be obtained at
www.grandcouleedam.org. It would be helpful if athletes coming for the
weekend notify us at info@... or (360) 325-0715 in order
to prepare enough support .