Here we go again, folks. BY: RACHEL WUMKES The countdown to the biggest, best, most amazing celebration in all North Iowa is only days away. Five of them, to be exact. The Clear Lake 4th of July Extravaganza kicks off the weeklong festivities on Wednesday, June 29th at 5pm. And. I. Am. So. Excited. I can’t decide if my...
A Round of Applause for An Undertaking of Epic Proportions BY: RACHEL WUMKES Clear Lake was flooded with athletes Memorial Day weekend. They came from 16 different states, with the average racer traveling approximately 90 miles to participate. With their 5-gallon buckets filled with supplies for the day, they made their...
BY: RACHEL WUMKES Since I started this writing gig at the Chamber (five years ago this week!), it’s funny how people’s perception of me have changed. Instantaneously, they think I’ve become this mecca of knowledge about all the events and activities happening around town. I’m constantly asked, ‘when is that?’ or ‘what...
Spectating 101 BY: RACHEL WUMKES Doing things out of the norm can be scary. I totally get it. It’s human nature to stick with what we know, not deviating or stirring the pot. So, you’ve heard us talk about the upcoming TRI Clear Lake event happening on May 28th, right? There have been countless blog posts and social...
Prepare for an Epic Invasion of Athletes BY: RACHEL WUMKES In just a few short weeks, Clear Lake will be swarming with athletes. And not your regular kind of athletes, either. I’m talking about hardcore, focused, driven-to-succeed type of athletes. They’ll come by the carload, lugging all their gear and energy drinks,...
Register for the Midwest's Premier Triathlon!! BY: RACHEL WUMKES For some people, competing and finishing a triathlon is something they’ve never considered. For others, it’s a bucket list item requiring the perfect storm of timing and health to check off their list. And then there are those who have that competitive,...
