June 2008

Ongoing Masters swim practices at First in Fitness in Berlin

Ongoing Masters swim practices
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6PM at Berlin First in Fitness

Learn to Lead Weekend

Location(s): Jeffersonville

Take it to the next level! Hone your skills to head out on the sharp end with the most experienced guides around. Advanced anchors, gear placement, advanced belay and rescue techniques, multi-pitch considerations, and lots of climbing! 2:1 ratio, $275 pp sunriseadventures@verizon.net 802-730-2978

ACA Moving Water Canoe Certification

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Tandem Canoe Instructor. -- Introduction to Canoeing (flatwater) and Moving Water Canoeing (Class 1 whitewater) Certifications. Canoes, PFDs, paddles and safety equipment provided.

ACA Flatwater Canoe Instructor Certification

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Tandem Canoe Instructor, taught by ACA Instructor Trainer, Laurie Gullion or Mark Moore -- Introduction to Canoeing (flatwater) and Moving Water Canoeing (Class 1 whitewater) Certifications.

Wilderness First Aid

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

Join staff of SOLO for a two-day introductory course in wilderness medical emergencies. This course includes lectures and practical simulations. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts and trip leaders. AHA CPR available for $35.

ACA Basic River Kayaking Instructor Certification

Location(s): Umiak Outfitters, Stowe, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Basic River Kayak Instructor, taught by ACA Instructor Trainer, Dave Su -- Introduction to Kayaking(flatwater) and Basic River Kayaking (Class 1 whitewater) Certifications. Kayaks, PFDs, paddles and safety equipment provided.

Stowe Triathlon - 500M Pool Swim, 13.7 Mile Road Bike, 5K Run

Location(s): The Swimming Hole, Stowe, VT

Cash Prizes to First Male & Female Overall.
Product prizes to top team finishers and 1st place in each category, from Tyr, Nike, Gravis. Product Prize to Fastest Male & Female Swimmer cbrynn@theswimmingholestowe.com 802-253-9669

GMBC/Sports & Fitness Edge Practice Criterium Series

USCF sanctioned training races on a fast 1 kilometer course. USCF cycling licenses sold on site, all USCF rules apply. Race dates 5/6, 5/20, 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15 and 8/5. amaclimber20@aol.com (802)899-1250

Winooski River Sojourn

Location(s): Winooski River: Marshfield to the Lake Champlain

The Sojourn is a multi day canoe and kayak trip on the Winooski River. Participants may sign up for the entire trip, multiple days or a single day. The participants will learn about the rivers history, ecology and the challenges facing this precious resource.

Great Glen Spring Trail Running Series

A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks racers can run/walk the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. amy@greatglentrails.com (603)466-2333

Wilderness First Aid

Location(s): Kimball Union Academy- Meriden, NH

Wilderness First Aid certification course (16 hours) sponsored by the Wilderness Medicine Institute of NOLS (WMI of NOLS). dcaum@juno.com (802) 952-9239

ACA Moving Water Canoe Instructor Certification

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Tandem Canoe Instructor. -- Introduction to Canoeing (flatwater) and Moving Water Canoeing (Class 1 whitewater) Certifications. Canoes, PFDs, paddles and safety equipment provided.

ACA Flatwater Canoe Instructor Certification

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Tandem Canoe Instructor. -- Introduction to Canoeing (flatwater) and Moving Water Canoeing (Class 1 whitewater) Certifications. Canoes, PFDs, paddles and safety equipment provided.

Kids Track Meet, Montpelier

Location(s): Montpelier High School Track

FREE. For kids pre-school through 6th grade. Registration begins at 3PM. Events include softball throw and long jump (all ages), quarter mile and 100 yard dash (all ages), half mile (1st and 2nd grade) and mile (3rd through 6th grade). 802 223-6216

7th Annual Harpoon 5-Miler to benefit The Angel Fund

Location(s): Boston, MA

7th Annual Harpoon 5-Miler to benefit The Angel Fund 888-HARPOON x546

Saturday, June 7th

10:00AM start

This 5 mile running race starts and ends at the Harpoon Brewery in Boston with all proceeds going to ALS research at Day Laboratories, Mass General Hospital.

Girls on the Run of Vermont 5K Run/Walk Community Fitness Celebration

The Girls on the Run 5K Run/Walk is a non-competitive, family-friendly event where everyone is a winner! In 2007, more than 2,000 enthusiastic girls, families and community members joined us to celebrate their health!

Green Mountain Disc Dogs Demo

Location(s): Battery Park, Burlington, VT

Sponsored by the Humane Society of Chittenden County during the Walk for the Animals, come watch the agility and skill of these club member teams perform frisbee toss and other disc dog performance events. chiroangelo@yahoo.com 802-999-7832

32nd Annual Crowley Brothers 10K, 5K and Kids Downtown Mile Run

Location(s): Rutland, Vermont 05701

Point to point 10K
Point to point 5k
2x loop kids downtown miole
5K walk
10K Relay
Featuring in the 10K Bill Rogers -4x winner Boston and NY Marathons

The Remembrance Run 5K Run/Walk

Location(s): Peoples Academy, Morrisville VT

5k run or walk, youth mile, raffle, bread oven pizza, glassware prizes
mark@churchillnetworks.com 802-760-9210

Peter Bronski Book Signing: At the Mercy of the Mountains

Join author Peter Bronski for a signing of his new book, At the Mercy of the Mountains: True Stories of Survival and Tragedy in New York’s Adirondacks, on Monday, June 9, beginning at 7:00pm at the Barnes & Noble in South Burlington.

West Hill Shop MTB Rides

Come join our mountain bike rides in Putney, Vermont every Sunday morning leaving from the West Hill Shop at 9AM. These rides are intermediate to advanced single track adventures lasting about 2 hours.

Basic Bike Maintenance Class

Location(s): Five Hills Bikes, Waterbury, VT

Five Hills Bikes is offering free basic bike maintenance classes.

ACA White Water Canoeing Instructor Certification

Location(s): Hulbert Outdoor Center, Fairlee, VT

For the paddler who has taken the Level 3 - Moving Water Canoe Course and wishes to apply those skills to white water rivers up to and including Class II.

Summer Sunset 5K Trail Series

Location(s): Pine Hill Park

Beautiful 5K trail run through woods on well-maintained trails. Sponsored by Rutland Recreation & Parks Department. cindiwight@comcast.net 802-773-1822

Untamed New England Adventure Race

Teams of 2, 3, and 4 compete through a 60-hour non-stop race of mtn biking, paddling, ropes, trekking, and orienteering.
info@UntamedAdventure.com 303-800-4261

Great Glen Spring Trail Running Series

A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks racers can run/walk the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. amy@greatglentrails.com (603)466-2333

Elmore Triathlon Series

Location(s): Elmore State Park

Low key, Thursday evening sprint triathlon series 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, and 7/24. Swim 1/4 mile, Bike 9.5 miles, Run 2.5 miles. $20 + USAT membership for all 4 events. dosmyers@cs.com 802-229-4393

Pittsfield Peaks Ultra Challenge - Solo & Relay

Location(s): Pittsfield, Vermont

53 MILES - 14,005 vertical!!
Race course will be on country roads, logging roads, NFS roads, snowmobile trails, and rugged single track trails. pittsfieldultra@yahoo.com 309-642-2230

Champ Ride for HIV/AIDS

Location(s): Kingsland Bay State Park, Ferrisburgh, VT

The Champ Ride for HIV/AIDS is an annual fundraiser with a strong following due to its beautiful routes along Lake Champlain. Join us for a 12, 25, 50, 70, or 100 mile bike tour of Western Vermont and support a great local charity: www.vtcares.org

KidSafe Sixty Ride

Location(s): Champlain/Hero Islands, Vermont

Enjoy the spectacular views of the Champlain Islands on a 60 (or 20) mile bike ride to benefit the KidSafe Collaborative. KidSafe works to improve our community's response to child abuse and neglect. The KidSafe 60, now in its third year, is an easy ride with lots of friendly folks.

Capitol City Stampede 10 K

Location(s): Montpelier, Vermont

Vermont's fastest 10km course. Certified course, part of the CVR ORS Race Series. Registration begins at 7:30 am at the Unitarian Church, Montpelier.

Sprint Triathlon (500yd swim, 15.6 mile bike, 5K run)

Location(s): Shelburne Beach, Shelburne, Vt

39.50/ind-55.50/team Registration starts at 6:45-7:45am the day of the race. Wet suits Recommended rayne@fieldhouseraceseries.com (802) 985-4402

2nd Annual Tour de Kingdom

Location(s): Derby, Vermont

-Bicycling event in Vermont's scenic Northeast Kingdom
-Saturday June 14th, 2008
-15,25,50,75,100 mile routes
- For all ages and all skills
- Organized by Indoor Recreation of Orleans County (IROC) www.irocvt.org
- To Support Healthy Changes Initiative for people suffering from chronic conditions

Wild Goose Chase Canoe/Kayak Race

8 mile canoe/kayak race on Onota Lake in Pittsfield, Ma. Lots of categories and prizes. patty.spector@verizon.net (413)637-2597

Skips Run

5th annual 4 mile run and 1 mile fun run/walk in memory of our friend Skip Matthews. Runs along the scenic Rail Trail and through the Packard Covered Bridge. Finish by the Lebanon Green with after race bbq and music. paul.coats@lebcity.com (603)448-5121

Fathers Day Fun Run

Location(s): 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT

Join us for our 18th Annual Fathers Day Fun Run 5K (3.1 mile) road race. This is a certified course. T-shirts are guaranteed to all racers registered before June 1st. We will have our popular prize categories for placers. Sign up with Dad or Granddad, and their registration is free.

ACA Basic Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification

Location(s): Canoe Imports, S. Burlington, VT

American Canoe Association Certificate program to become an ACA Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor, taught by ACA Instructor Trainer, Mark Moore -- Introduction to Kayaking and Basic Coastal Kayaking Certifications. Kayaks, PFDs, paddles and safety equipment provided.

GMBC/Sports & Fitness Edge Practice Criterium Series

USCF sanctioned training races on a fast 1 kilometer course. USCF cycling licenses sold on site, all USCF rules apply. Race dates 5/6, 5/20, 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15 and 8/5. amaclimber20@aol.com (802)899-1250

Wednesday Night Trail Running Series

A fun non-intimidating atmosphere! Open to all levels and ages!

Awards given out at the end of the 18-week series, based on attendance, not performance.

What: 5 kilometer (3.1 mi) fun race, 2.5 km (1.5 mi) race for 9-12 year olds and a short race for children 8 years old and under.

Where: Grafton Ponds, Grafton Vt

When: Wednesday nights at 6 p.m.

Thursday Night Mountain Bike Race Series at Grafton Ponds

A fun non-intimidating atmosphere! Open to all levels & ages!

Awards given out at the end of the 18-week series, based on attendance, not performance.

What: Fun cross-country mountain bike trail racing; length varies per level.

Where: Grafton Ponds, Grafton VT

When: Thursday Nights 6 p.m.

Pricing: Little Bears (8 & younger) are FREE!

Great Glen Spring Trail Running Series

A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks racers can run/walk the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. amy@greatglentrails.com (603)466-2333

Summer Solstice, Sunset & Dessert, West & Connecticut Rivers, VT

Location(s): Retreat Farm, NH

Meet at the Retreat Meadows launch site on Rte. 30 (across from the Retreat Farm) at 6pm. Well paddle the Connecticut River, down past Brattleboro, around Island Park, and back into the West River for the 8:30pm sunset, and dessert stop at the Marina Restaurant.

Green Mountain Relay

Location(s): Jeffersonville to Bennington, VT

200-mile relay race designed for runners of all abilities. Scenic route travels north-south through the heart of Vermont and the Green Mountains, crossing seven covered bridges, with a majority of the route following or paralleling historic Route 100.

Run for Empowerment!

Location(s): On the Waterfront, Burlington, Vermont

This running event features a 1K kids fun run, a 5K walk/run and a 10K run starting and ending on the Waterfront (Corner of Lake and College Street) in Burlington, Vermont. All proceeds from the event benefit Women Helping Battered Women. jennied@whbw.org 802-658-3131 ext. 1062

First Full Day of Summer; Sunrise on Lake Whitingham (Harriman Reservoir), VT

Location(s): West Brattleboro, VT

This is our famous sunrise paddle & nosh trip. We meet at 5AM at the Chelsea Royal Diner (Rte. 9, West Brattleboro), or 5:30AM at the VIP Coffee Shop in Wilmington (Jct Rtes. 9 and 100S). Well enjoy a potluck breakfast on a sunny warm secluded beach, before the motorboat crowd wakes up.

48th Mount Washington Road Race

Location(s): Gorham, NH in Pinkham Notch

Only One Hill. Base to summit. By lottery starting March 1 at www.mountwashingtonroadrace.com Racetime@gsrs.com 603 863-2537

VT Sun Sprint Triathlon

A totally amazing place to have a triathlon...great organization, people, food, and fun!

The 16th Ever West Hill Shop Mountain Bike Race

To pre-register or to see more registration information go to BikeReg

Ride for Youth; Vermont Eco Bike Tour 2008

Location(s): Morse Farm, East Montpelier, Vt

RIDE FOR YOUTH ECO TOUR 2008
A Great Mountain Bike Ride or Walk on Vermont Dirt Roads, Sunday June 22, 2008, 9AM, Morse Farm Touring Center, East Montpelier. Sponsored by Onion River Sports, Washington County Youth Service Bureau and Magic House

Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Day

Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Days is an exhibition for consumers looking to reduce their energy use and carbon footprint featuring alternative energy experts and vendors. The highlight of the event is the Alternative Vehicle Regatta.
amy@mt-washington.com 603-466-3988

Vermont Sun Triathlon

Location(s): Branbury State Park, Salisbury, VT

The lake region is a most spectacular and pristine place to swim, bike and run. Novice and advanced triathletes alike marvel the beauty of our courses and enjoy the mountains, lakes and streams of Central Vermont. The swim takes place in warm, calm, crystal clear Lake Dunmore.

Basic Bike Maintenance Class

Location(s): Five Hills Bikes, Waterbury, VT

Five Hills Bikes is offering free basic bike maintenance classes.

Mad River Riders Monthly Time Trials

Location(s): Mad River Valley

Race against the clock on courses ranging from five to 20 miles, all in the Mad River Valley. All riders of all abilities welcome. No entry; prizes awarded. peter@gmsr.info (802)496-5538

Great Glen Spring Trail Running Series

A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks racers can run/walk the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. amy@greatglentrails.com (603)466-2333

Elmore Sprint Triathlon #2

Location(s): Elmore State Park

Low key, Thursday evening sprint triathlon series 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, and 7/24. Swim 1/4 mile, Bike 9.5 miles, Run 2.5 miles. $20 + USAT membership for all 4 events. dosmyers@cs.com 802-229-4393

Tour de Book

Location(s): Windham County, start at Retreat Petting Farm on Route 30 in Brattleboro

Three beautiful river valley rides will help keep the Windham County Reads Bookmobile on the road.

Paul Mailman Montpelier Ten-Miler

Location(s): Montpelier

Starts at/finishes near Montpelier High School, part of the CVR ORS Race Series. Longest continuously held road race in Central Vermont. Flat to rolling out and back; 27% paved, 73% gravel roads. BRose@nationallife.com 802-223-2311

Sprint Triathalon (500yd swim, 15.6 mile bike, 5K run)

Location(s): Shelburne Beach, Shelburne, Vt

39.50/ind-55.50/team Registration starts at 6:45-7:45am the day of the race.
rayne@fieldhouseraceseries.com (802) 985-4402