It was a celebration of sport at the opening ceremony for the Adventure Racing World Championships in Penticton on Sept. 22.

The event, held over eight days, involves teams of athletes transported to a remote location before beginning an 800-kilometre course by running, mountain biking, kayaking, and using rope. The fastest team tends to finish in around five days.

The race has 60 teams from 25 countries competing this year.

Organizers of the event said it is meant to be a positive experience.

“I really wanted to bring people together and give them something positive to focus on,” said Lyndie Hill, chief executive officer of Hoodoo Adventures and event manager of the race.

Jeff Plant, manager of recreation, arts and culture for the City of Penticton, said the community has developed a

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