Local church’s polar bear run raises cash for mission trips
Polar Run – Grace Christian Fellowship Church in Fergus hosted its second annual Centre Wellington Polar Bear Run on Jan. 24. Participants had their choice of a three, five or 10km run or walk, with refreshments and activities provided post-run. All funds raised from admission fees will go to youth mission trips. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Tammi Toorani arrived dressed for the occasion in her polar bear onesie; Chailyn Buckley contemplates her next move while making a polar bear-shaped trophy from clay; Rachel Reparon, left, and Caleb Teichroeb made sure to bundle up as temperatures dipped; runners take off from the starting line; Brynlee Whittaker, left, and Silas Michalek pose after the run; ; runners set smartwatches at the starting line. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
