Pinks were jumping in Masset Inlet as families gathered at the picnic table by the Port Clements swimming hole on Sunday for the first-ever Tour de Port.
The energy was high as children arrived with bikes in tow, high-fives connecting all around.
The lively swim-cycle-run event was designed specifically for children.
The idea for the Tour de Port originated from a group of local parents who are passionate runners and wanted to create a positive, energetic event for kids.
They came up with a fun-filled course that starts with an ocean dip, then a bike ride, and ends with a run up to the Community Park.
Finishers arrived to cheers from parents and fellow racers, and to ice-cream treats generously provided by the Port Clements Recreation Commission.
The ice-cream sundaes were not the only sweet touch to the day’s festivities — local parent Leidys Barrios contributed beautifully crafted cookie medals.
Every participant was awarded a delicious keepsake.
A total of 11 young athletes ages three to 13 joined the inaugural tour, with enthusiastic support from area families.
The collective effort and tight-knit community spirit helped make the Tour de Port a memorable and heartwarming occasion that celebrates our kids and fosters a love of physical activity.
Seeing the smiles made it all worthwhile, and set a high bar for future events in Port.