Recurring Events

Millstone Mountain Bike Race Series

6/20/13, 6/27/13, 7/11/13. 7/18/13, 8/1/13, 8/8/13
6:00pm

Millstone Trails
Little John Road, Barre, VT

This summer, Onion River Sports, in partnership with Millstone Hill, will host a weekly race series on Thursday nights at 6:00 pm, starting June 20th and going through August 8th. Registration opens at 5:00pm and the racing kicks off at 6:00pm.

Racers of all ages and abilities are welcome to come compete on the multi-loop course that winds through Millstone’s unique trail system comprised of roots, rocks, flowy singletrack and abandoned granite quarries.

Racers will have the option to do 1, 2, 3 or 4 laps, and there will be a kids loop as well. The race will use the same course each week so riders can track their progress over the course of the summer.

Overall series winners will receive schwag and ORS gift certificates based on placement and attendance points.
$10
events@onionriver.com or 802-229-9409 or www.onionriver.com

Free SUP Demo Nights

Every Thursday in June (6/6,6/13,6/20,6/27)
6-8pm
Waterbury Reservior Day Use Area (must pay State Park entry fee)
Reservoir Road, Waterbury Center

Try the newest and fastest growing sport in the world, Stand Up Paddleboarding. We’ll take you from the basics to making sure that you have a fun experience.
Free

paddle@umiak.com, (802)253-2317, www.umiak.com

Dirt Divas

A summer mountain bike and empowerment camp for middle school girls.

June 17-21 Glover

June 24-28 St Johnsbury

July 1-6 (4^th off) Hardwick

July 8-12 Morrisville

July 15-19 Montpelier

July 22-26 Burlington

August 4-9 NEK Overnight

All camps meet M-F 9-4:30 except Hardwick (which is off Thursday the 4^th so finishes Saturday) and the overnight.

We have bikes and all the gear girls need. Financial aid is available.

Contact Jen Roberts jroberts@vtworksforwomen.org

802-622-0400 x152

Vermont Works for Women

107 North Main St

Barre VT 05641

vtworksforwomen.org/dirtdivas

Catamount Trail Run Series

Each Tuesday from May 21st-Sept 17th
6:00pm- 2.5km kids race, 6:15pm- 5km

Catamount Outdoor Family Center
592 Governor Chittenden Rd, Williston VT, 05495

Join us for the largest weekly trail running series in the country! This fun event is for all ages and abilities with a 5 km race, a NEW 10 km option on the second Tuesday of each month (6/11, 7/9, 8/13, 9/10), a 2.5 km “Cadets” race, and a short little “Cubs” race held every week from May 21 – September 17, 2013. We rotate between 3 different courses each week and give out prizes based on attendance at the end of the season awards pot luck party held on September 24th at 6:00 pm. You can join in the fun a couple of ways. By purchasing a membership that includes summer long trail use and the entire series, you get a number that is good for all 18 weeks of racing so you will never have to wait in line and can just show up at the start. You may also come and pay each week at the rates below
RATES: (PER RACE)

Adults (18 +) 5km $8.00 (New Price!)

Teens (13-17) 5km $4.00

Kids (12 & under) 5km $3.00

Cadets (9-12) 2.5km $3.00

Cubs (8 & under) FREE
info@catamountoutdoor.com, catamountoutdoor.com, 802.879.6001

10K Catamount Trail Running Series

6/11, 7/9, 8/13, 9/10
6:15pm
Catamount Outdoor Family Center
592 Governor Chittenden Rd, Williston VT 05495
In addition to Catamount’s 5km race, they are adding a 10km option every second tuesday of the month.
RATES: (PER RACE)

Adults (18 +) 5km $8.00 (New Price!)

Teens (13-17) 5km $4.00

Kids (12 & under) 5km $3.00

Cadets (9-12) 2.5km $3.00

Cubs (8 & under) FREE
info@catamountoutdoor.com, catamountoutdoor.com, 802.879.6001

Catamount Mountain Bike Series

Every Wednesday from May 22-August 21, 2013
6:00 Kids 1 Lap 6:02 Cadets 1/2 Lap 6:04 Cubbies Race 6:20 Adult & Teen 1 and 2 Laps 6:30 4 Laps 6:32 3 Laps

Catamount Outdoor Family Center
592 Governor Chittenden Rd, Williston VT 05495

The oldest, largest, longest running mountain bike training series in the country happens every Wednesday night from May 22-August 21, 2013! This fun event is for all ages and abilities and offers a fun and non-intimidating atmosphere with 5 -20 km races, a 2.5 km “Cadets” race, and a short little “Cubs” race held every week. We rotate between 3 different courses and give out prizes based on attendance at the end of the season awards pot luck party held on August 28th at 6:00 pm. You can join in the fun a couple of ways. By purchasing a membership that includes summer long trail use and the entire series, you get a number that is good for all 14 weeks of racing so you will never have to wait in line and can just show up at the start. You may also come and pay each week at the rates below.
RATES (per race):

Adults (18+) $10.00

Teens (13-17) $6.00

Kids (6-12) $4.00

Cubs (under 6) free (if they are participating in the non-scored “cubbies” race)
info@catamountoutdoor.com, www.catamountoutdoor.com, 802.879.6001

Stowe Bike Club Time Trial Series

Wednesdays, May 8 thru August 28
6:30 P.M.

Various Locations

The Stowe Bike Club Time Trials take place in various locations throughout Lamoille and Washington counties. Time Trials vary in length from 8-12 miles. All cyclists are welcome. Membership mandatory after 2 events. Monthly cookouts included in membership. Overall winners are crowned at seasons end. For more info see our website.

Individual Membership- $30.00
Family- $45.00
Student (age 22 and under)-20.00

www.onionriver.com/community/clubs/sbc or stowebikeclub@gmail.com

Cycling 101 with Linda Freeman and Onion River Sports

Every Tuesday starting 4/23
5:30 pm

Montpelier High School
Montpelier, VT

Train for a summer of riding, the Onion River Century Ride (or the Century of your choice) with us. Training rides will be on local, paved roads and are designed to build confidence, strength, endurance, road-riding skills and a sense of community. Suitable for riders new to riding on the road or in a group, as well as advanced cyclists interested in a relaxed group road ride. No-drop policy, no charge and led by Linda Freeman and an ORS staff rider. Regular participation suggested, but drop-ins are welcome until 7/2/13. Come prepared with your own bike, helmet, appropriate clothing, water bottle and a smile! If you’re unsure of your bike or helmet’s fit, stop by Onion River Sports before the ride and we’ll check it out!
Free
events@onionriver.com or 802-229-9409

Triathlon Specific Masters Swim Practices

Thursdays starting Nov. 1 from 6-7PM

First in Fitness, Berlin

Granger Rd., Berlin

Masters swim program that is specifically geared toward triathletes and open water swimmers.

See link to First in Fitness website for more info.
Free to FIF members. Punch cards available.
http://www.firstinfitness.com/masters-swim-program

Hard’ack Weekly Trail Runs

June 4 – August 27, 2013
6:00 for Kids 1K race; 6:30 for 3K and 5K
Hard’ack Recreation Area
179 Congress St, St. Albans, VT
Join us for St. Albans Recreation’s weekly trail running series at Hard’ack Recreation Area. A fun weekly event in it’s 3rd year. Open to all ages and abilities. There is a 5K open race, a 3K Beginner and Junior Distance (walkers welcome) and a 1K kids run.

Every Tuesday beginning June 4th thru August 27th 2013. The run will rotate between 2 great courses.

Start times:
Kids 1K 6:00pm
5K Open, 3K Beginner/Junior Run 6:30pm

Plan to join us for another great St. Albans Recreation Department tradition.

•The Green and Gold Loop will be primarily on Hard’ack’s wider Nordic trails with sweeping banked turns and rolling terrain. The 5K tackles Coach Mashtare’s favorite climb up “Ridge Trail”.
The Red Loop

•The Red Loop takes advantage of Hard’ack’s fun narrow and winding single track trails connected by sections fo the Nordic trails for a trule trail running experience.

Fees:
•No Charge for the kids 1K Run
•$3 per night for residents, $5 per night for non residents
Kids 1K is free; 3K and 5K are $3 for residents and $5 for non-residents
www.stalbansrec.com

GMBC Events

Beginner and Intermediate Rides for New Riders

Date: Saturday, June 1

Ride: Introductory Ride for new riders. We will go 12-20 miles at a leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group.

Meeting Time: 10:00