Jump Into Spring With These 5 Events
With temps rising into the 40’s and a forecast full of sunshine, it’s officially spring in Vermont. Celebrate with classic half-marathons, spring skiing and whitewater.
7 | Rabbit Run Half Marathon, Newfane
Runners take on 13.1 miles of dirt roads and gently rolling hills along the West River, starting and ending at the Newbrook Elementary school.
7 | Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge Finals, Jay Peak
For the third year, Jay Peak hosts the culminating event of a season-long series of free casual ski and snowboard races held at various ski resorts throughout the Northeast.
8 | Dos Equis Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge, Killington
Killington’s famous end-of-season bumps contest and party. Come see some of the best amateur bump skiers go head to head and stick around for the best party of the year.
14 | Half Marathon Unplugged, Colchester
RunVermont hosts a half marathon from Colchester to Burlington on a at and fast course with views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. A relay option is new this year.
14 | New Haven Ledges Race, Bristol
Advanced whitewater paddlers challenge the 1.3 miles of boulder gardens, waterfalls and class IV and V rapids in the 10th anniversary of this classic event.