3rd Annual Colorado Biathlon Recap!

Sunday May 10th TRR held it’s 3rd Annual Colorado Biathlon!

On the eve of the Biathlon Colorado decided to unleash a snowstorm that dropped nearly 6 inches of snow. Regardless of the weather we had 85 people participate!

These 85 people were comprised of Veterans and non- Veterans alike. We had participation from the:

US Air Force Academy (Official)
Ft Carson Warrior Transition Bn
Team River Runner Grand Junction
Team River Runner – Denver Chapter
Team River Runner Colorado Springs

As well as Veterans that came from all over the country sponsored by Welcome Home Montrose!

We had 4 heats of kayaks (And one BRAVE stand up paddle boarder), each heat consisting of about 16-18 kayaks.

We had blind paddlers Lonnie Bedwell & Steve Baskis both win their individual heats!!!!

You can see the race results here, listed by event: RACE RESULTS

With the combination of racers fundraising and corporate sponsors we were about to raise a little over $30,000 !!!

A HUGE thank you to our sponsors for your support in our mission to promote health & healing to wounded and disabled Veterans!!

Colorado Biathlon #3 was a GREAT success! Check out some pictures from the event!

Vanessa Jones

Committe Co-Chair

Vanessa A. Jones is a dynamic force dedicated to fostering
inclusivity, encouraging discussion, and promoting a culture of
belonging in the outdoor sports community. Hailing from
Washington, DC, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences and
perspectives to her endeavors.
As a US Army veteran and ordained Chaplain with a focus on
seniors and caretakers, Vanessa is deeply committed to serving
others. Her work as a patient-caretaker advocate reflects her
passion for supporting vulnerable populations and ensuring their
voices are heard.
Currently, Vanessa is employed by a resettlement agency, where
she confronts challenges head-on with resilience and
compassion. As a single, Black woman veteran, she embraces
the unique hurdles she faces, viewing them as opportunities for
growth and empowerment.
In her downtime, she wears many hats, including that of a
missionary, spreading hope and positivity wherever she goes.
Weekends are spent paddling, immersing herself in West African
dance and finding solace and joy in nature’s embrace.
Vanessa is committed to equitable principles, ensuring that
everyone’s opinions are valued and heard. Through her
unwavering dedication and inclusive leadership, Vanessa is
paving the way for a more equitable and diverse outdoor sports
landscape.