The Gleason Family YMCA is now accepting registrations for the 9th annual Bird Island Challenge, scheduled for Sunday, August 14.

Participants can choose from three courses: three-mile Long Beach, six-mile Great Hill, or the 12-mile Bird Island route.

The event begins and ends at Zecco Marine in downtown Wareham. Breakfast, lunch, and a race packet will be provided.

Participants must pre-register. The fee is $45. Proceeds will benefit the YMCA scholarship program, which provides financial assistance to families who need help paying for YMCA memberships and classes.

For more information and for registration material, call 508 295-9622, ext 15.