The Bear Crawl OCR

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July from the Bear Crawl OCR 🐻

Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, the sacrifices that made them possible, and the spirit of adventure that has always defined our nation. As we celebrate America’s 250th year, we’re reminded that courage, perseverance, and determination have always been part of our country’s story.

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day!

🐻 And don’t forget… our Red, White & Mud promotion is happening now through July 5!

⭐ The FIRST 13 racers to use code LIBERTY250 receive 25% OFF registration for the 2027 Bear Crawl OCR.

🇺🇸 After those are claimed, use code 13COLONIES to receive 13% OFF your registration.

We can’t wait to see you back on the mountain on May 15, 2027!

🇺🇸🐻 250 years ago, a nation was built on courage, perseverance, and adventure.

At the Bear Crawl OCR, those same values come to life on every trail, every obstacle, and every finish line.

This July 3–5, celebrate America’s 250th birthday with us during Red, White & Mud!

To honor Independency Day, we’re giving our Bear Crawl community two chances to save on the 2027 Bear Crawl OCR.

⭐ The FIRST 13 people to register using code LIBERTY250 will receive 25% OFF registration.

🇺🇸 Miss the first 13? No worries!

Use code 13COLONIES to receive 13% OFF your registration through July 5.

Whether you’re returning to conquer the course again or tackling the Bear Crawl OCR for the very first time, there’s never been a better time to secure your spot for May 15, 2027.

Celebrate 250 years of American adventure by embracing grit, determination, and the great outdoors.

🇺🇸 250 Years. One Unforgettable Adventure.

Register today at https://runsignup.com/bearcrawlocr

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❗️❗️❗️Hey Bear Crawlers❗️❗️❗️

T-shirts are organized, bagged, and ready for LOCAL PICKUP 😃

You can stop by the office of Community Companion Home Care anytime M-F between 830 am and 430 pm to grab your shirt(s) 👕

The addy is: 49A State Street, Marion 🔆

If you need to make other arrangements, please message us directly and we will accommodate as best as possible. Thank you all for your continuous support of The Bear Crawl OCR 🖤💛

Second order of shirts are here and have been prepped for local pickup and delivery. Please stay tuned for local pickup location and times. We do have a handful of additional shirts from this order so if you didn't get one on race day and still want one please let us know as these will be first come first serve!

At The Bear Crawl OCR, every mile is powered by community. Join us on May 15, 2027 for a day filled with trail, teamwork, encouragement, and unforgettable memories.

Ready to take on the challenge?

Sign up today and be part of something bigger than the finish line: https://runsignup.com/bearcrawlocr

We’re honored to be featured by MudGear in their latest article, “Where Everyone Belongs: The Community Behind Bear Crawl OCR.”

From the very beginning, The Bear Crawl OCR has been about more than obstacles, mud, and miles. It’s about creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to challenge themselves.

What started as a hometown obstacle course race has grown into an incredible community of racers, volunteers, families, adaptive athletes, and supporters who show up year after year to encourage one another and give back.

This article tells the story of who we are and why we do what we do—and every one of you is a part of it.

THANK YOU to everyone who has run, volunteered, cheered from the sidelines, sponsored our event, or supported our mission. You are the heart of the Bear Crawl OCR. 🐻🖤💛

Read the full article here: https://mudgear.com/blogs/news/where-everyone-belongs-the-community-behind-bear-crawl-ocr

Where Everyone Belongs: The Community Behind Bear Crawl OCR Obstacle course racing is often measured in miles, obstacles, podium finishes, and personal records. Bear Crawl delivers on all of those fronts. The course is challenging, the competition is legitimate, and every year it attracts athletes eager to test themselves against some of the toughest carries...

🔅 2026 Bear Crawl Sponsor Highlight 🔅

The Bear Crawl OCR would like to say a huge THANK YOU to Get Real Stone for helping make our events possible year after year.

Based right here in Marion, North Carolina, Get Real Stone specializes in premium natural stone products that are mined and processed in the USA. Their product line includes thin stone veneer, wallstone, flagstone, boulders, and landscaping stone that can be found in projects across the country. Their commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and supporting local communities makes them an incredible sponsor for events like ours.

Community events like Bear Crawl OCR would not be possible without the support of local businesses that believe in giving back and investing in Western North Carolina. Because of sponsors like Get Real Stone, we’re able to continue creating challenging, fun, and meaningful events that bring people together while supporting our community.

Please join us in thanking the amazing team at Get Real Stone for helping make the Bear Crawl OCR possible. We are grateful for your sponsorship and proud to have your support!

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Ready to join us for 2027?

We have already set the date for next year’s event! Register today and secure your spot:

👉🏼 https://runsignup.com/bearcrawlocr 👈🏼

The Bear Crawl OCR The Bear Crawl OCR is on Saturday May 15, 2027. It includes the following events: Six Mile Male Elite, Six Mile Female Elite, Six Mile Open, Three Mile Open 8:45 am Start, Three Mile Open 9:00 am Start, Three Mile Open 9:15 am Start, Three Mile Open 9:30 am Start, Two Mile Cub Crawl Competitive Race...

🔨🐻 And just like that... the final Bear Crawl obstacles have been removed from the course and put into storage until next year.

It’s always a bittersweet day. Months of planning, building, trail work, and race-day excitement all come to an end, but it also gives us a chance to start looking ahead to what’s next.

We want to again thank every racer, volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and supporter who helped make this year's event such a success. Because of you, the Bear Crawl continues to grow and give back to our community in meaningful ways.

The obstacles may be packed away, but our minds are already on May 15, 2027. We’re already discussing improvements, new ideas, and ways to make next year's race even better than this year's.

🏃 Registration for the 2027 Bear Crawl OCR is OPEN NOW!

👉🏼 https://runsignup.com/bearcrawlocr 👈🏼

If you haven't secured your spot yet, now is the perfect time to join us for another year of obstacles, trails, challenges, and unforgettable memories.

We'll see you back in Morganton in 2027. 🐻💛🖤