What is the Miner’s Triathlon Contest?

The Miner’s Triathlon is a three-part contest testing strength and ability for both men and women to experience what was needed to be a Calico Town miner.

• Station #1: Rock Pulling begins at 1 p.m. the Livery Stage. Participants have 60 seconds to roll a large oversize boulder the farthest distance.
• Station #2: Muck Raking begins at 2 p.m. across from the Mystery Shack. Participants have 60 seconds to shovel as much gravel into the ore cart as possible.
• Station #3: Cliffhanger on the Livery Stage begins at 3 p.m. Participants will compete against each other in a tug-a-war style event.
• Participants must sign a waiver.
• Men and women’s category competitions.
• Sign-ups for the annual Miner’s Triathlon is next to the Popcorn Wagon (see map) at the top of town- 18 YRS or OLDER ONLY!

Want to participate in a great team building exercise?

Want to boost your employee morale at your office or just want to have some plain ole FUN!

Calico Ghost Town invites your organization to participate in the Bucket Brigade during Calico Days.

Form a team of six (6) individuals and compete in a good ol’ fashion Bucket Brigade for bragging rights and public recognition for an entire year.

Register your team HERE (select ‘Activities’) or register in-person on the day of (September 24, 2022)

• Participants will be asked to complete a “Release of Liability” Form prior to start of event.
• Winning team will win ribbons for all team members and recognition on Calico Ghost Town and Regional Park social media.
• Limit: first five (5) teams. If more than five (5) teams register, a raffle will occur to choose the competing teams.

Do you have what it takes to be a Silver Miner in the 1800s?

Put your skills to the test via our Burro Run.

Ten (10) contestants will each guide their own live burro through Calico Ghost Town and experience what it takes to mine silver.

You will stake your claim, find your silver and exchange it for your riches. Compete to be the first three (3) contestants to finish the race with your Burro in-hand.

Prize

• Winner will receive a trophy to show off as the 2022 Burro Run Winner!

Enjoy Portraying characters from the 1800s?

Want to dress up as your favorites historical character from the Old Wild West? Calico Ghost Town wants you to participate in the annual costume contest during Calico Days.

See application for rules and regulations regarding costume categories, the period dates and the use of firearms with costume.

Awards
Ribbons will be awarded to first, second and third place winners in each division. Awards ceremony will follow the contest.