Muskoka's First Annual Amazing Race, brought to you by the Muskoka Trails Council, will be held on Sat., Aug. 14.

This endurance challenge is modelled after the hit television series, and will take racers across Muskoka by following clues and completing challenging and fun tasks. 50 teams of two will take on this challenge to become winners of the second race. This year there will be two divisions for racers - competitive and recreational. Come join us for an exciting and fun day for all!

Last year, the race included physical challenges such as hand-paddling a canoe in Huntsville and rock climbing at the Bracebridge Sportsplex. Fun tasks included singing or putting on a skit at the farmers market in Bracebridge, assembling an Inukshuk in Gravenhurst and eating an entire raw vegetable without using your hands.

In 2009, the race focused on the three towns: Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Huntsville. This year the plan is to focus on the townships, which could include Muskoka Lakes, Lake of Bays and possibly Georgian Bay.

If you are interested in participating, or know someone who might, please visit Muskoka's Amazing Race website - <http://muskokasamazingrace.eventbrite.com/> for more information. This event helps promote trails and recreation in Muskoka, and also raises awareness and funds for the Muskoka Trails Council, a non-profit organization focused on increasing physical activity and the health of our environment in partnership with each Muskoka municipality. www.muskokatrailscouncil.com

Kyla Bruce, parks and trails technician, Town of Gravenhurst - 190 Harvie St., Gravenhurst, ON  P1P 1S9. Phone: 705-687-6774 ext. 25 Cell: 705-646-6343, Fax: 705-687-8857 kbruce@gravenhurst.ca