'Power to the Youth' offers fun, respite from fire

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – In danger of being canceled a second time as a result of major fire events in the area, 'Power the the Youth' went on as rescheduled on Sunday at Austin Park in Clearlake.

The event featured skateboard and BMX biking competitions and demonstrations as well as an array of children's activities, games, horseback rides and other sporting competitions.

It gave the community a chance to escape from the stresses caused by the Valley fire in the south county.

This was the fifth annual event, which is put on by the Lake Community Pride Foundation.

Email reporter Denise Rockenstein at denise.rockenstein@yahoo.com .