GET A GRIP! Five Ways to Ski Better on “Firm Snow”

January 7, 2014February 19, 2014 Lisa Densmore 4832 Views hardpack

By Lisa Densmore To be politically correct in the world of snow reporting, when the surface of a trail ceases

5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Backpack! | Whether You Have One Night or Five, We Have an Itinerary for You

June 10, 2013December 14, 2015 Lisa Densmore 12069 Views backpacking in vermont, backpacking in vt, backpacking on the long trail, how to backpack in vt, places to camp and hike, spot

A couple decades ago, Club Med started labeling its advertisements, “the antidote to civilization.” The ads typically pictured a handsome

Fishing

Fly-Fishing for Fitness

March 31, 2013February 5, 2016 Lisa Densmore 3001 Views fishing, fishing for fitness, fly-fishing, orvis, orvis vt, vt

For an avid runner, Nordic skier, or cyclist, fly-fishing is not going to get you in shape for your next

Skiing

Ski Faster! 7 Tips Guaranteed to Make You a Better Race

February 13, 2013February 23, 2013 Lisa Densmore 68192 Views carves a fast turn with a quiet upper body., Nadine Price of Pittsfield, one of the top women in her age group on the masters circuit, ski faster, ski racing, Skiing, Vermont, vt skiing

Skiing down a race course as fast as you dare is one of Alpine skiing’s sweetest adrenaline rushes. After the

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Hike the Whites! Four Classic Hikes in New Hampshire

August 1, 2012September 4, 2012 Lisa Densmore 6183 Views AMC, hiking, Mount Washington, White Mountains

My hiking preferences have migrated east over my lifetime. I grew up in the Adirondacks, summiting iconic 4,000-footers such as

Hiking How-To

Easy Hikes Around Lake Champlain | You Don’t Have to be a 46er to Master These Treks

August 1, 2011September 1, 2011 Lisa Densmore 4209 Views Adirondacks, Green Mountains, hiking, Lake Champlain, Mount Philo, Poke-O-Moonshine

Before 1609, when the great explorer Samuel de Champlain named Lake Champlain for himself, the Abenaki called it “Petonbowk,” which

How-To Running

My First 5K in 25 Years (And How You Can Run One Too)

June 1, 2011July 1, 2011 Lisa Densmore 1418 Views 5K, running

I like to go for a run now and again, but I’m not a runner. There’s a big difference. I

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You Don’t Need an App for That

April 1, 2011May 2, 2011 Lisa Densmore 2578 Views hiking, weather

Predict the Weather With Clues From Nature Story and photos by Lisa Densmore In April, the itch to get outdoors

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Ethan Allen Biathlon @ Ethan Allen Biathlon Range

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Jul 12 @ 5:00 pm – Aug 23 @ 8:00 pm

A 6-race summer (running) biathlon race series will be held on Thursday evenings throughout July and August (July 12, 19, 26, August 9, 16, 23) in 2018. These races are open to beginners (must be 14-years-old to race with .22 rifle) as well as experienced biathletes. No experience is needed.

Race distance is usually 5 kilometers on mostly dirt with some pavement. Safety clinic, instruction and rifles are available for novices. Awards are given at the end of the series. Registration 5:00 to 5:30 PM, zero 5:30 to 6:00 PM, race start at 6:15 PM. Cost is $10 per race ($5 for EABC members) or $50 for the series ($25 for EABC members).

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Aug

Sat

2018 Best Dam Run & Walk in Vermont @ Great River Hydro

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Aug 25 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

This is a fast out-and-back 13.1 mile (half-marathon) that starts out at the Harriman Dam and mostly follows the old Hoot, Toot & Whistle rail bed along the west side of Harriman Reservoir, the largest body of water entirely within Vermont’s borders. The shores of this scenic lake are undeveloped and unbroken. Amazing views abound, especially as you cross the 215 foot high and 1250 foot long dam.

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Aug

Sun

Howard Center’s 10th Annual Zoe’s Race @ Oakledge Park

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Aug 26 @ 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Fill up your water bottles, lace up your sneakers and join in the fun at this year’s 10th Annual Zoe’s Race in beautiful Oakledge Park in the south end of Burlington. In honor of our 10th Anniversary, we’ve added a special 10K race, along with our 1K and 5K races. Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC is our official 2018 sponsor of the kid’s 1K this year, so there are no fees for kids 17 and under to run or walk the 1K! Zoe’s Race is a Howard Center fundraiser for people in need of assistance.

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Sep

Fri

Quebec Grand Prix @ Grand Allee, Est

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Sep 7 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Who will succeed three-time World Champion Peter Sagan as the title holder of the 9th edition of the Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec? Don’t miss the chance to attend this UCI WorldTour race and live the excitement of a professional peloton, without the next day’s sore muscles! Fans around the circuit are the rider’s fuel. With your encouragements, they will deliver a spectacular race.
Free for all!
For a VIP experience: https://gpcqm.ca/en/
Picture: James Startt

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Sep

Sat

13th Annual Kelly Brush Ride

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Sep 8 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Register to ride 10, 50 or 100 miles through the scenic Champlain Valley. Registration and any fundraising done by participants in this event help people with spinal cord injuries afford adaptive athletic equipment. For more information visit www.kellybrushfoundation.org

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Critérium National de Montréal

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Sep 8 @ 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm

As part of the GPCQM, the Critérium National de Montréal gives male and female riders in the junior, senior and master categories the opportunity to face their opponents on the pin section of their international idols’ circuit. This very technical criterium is open to all and allows the bests to shine under the watch of the WorldTeams. Come register or encourage these amazing riders!

Registration (Starts on August 1st): https://gpcqm.ca/criterium/#inscription
Picture: Maxime Juneau

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Sep

Sun

Cabot Ride the Ridges @ Cabot High School

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Sep 9 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

A fun and challenging dirt road bike ride through the scenic landscapes and rugged terrain of Cabot and Peacham, Vermont. All proceeds benefit the Cabot Connects Mentoring program.
FAMILY WALK/RIDE/RUN 10 KM …… 11:00 AM – $20
STURDY 30 KM ……………………………. 10:00 AM – $30
RUGGED 60 KM …………………………….. 9:00 AM – $35
WARPED 100 KM …………………………… 8:00 AM -$40
12 and under – Free
Pre-register at BikeReg.com before September 2nd for best rates

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Sep

Sat

Metallak Race

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Sep 15 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

The annual Metallak Race is a multi-sport endurance adventure that brings racers through the remote spaces of northern Coos County, NH. Choose from the 8-hour or 4-hour divisions and mountain bike, trek, and paddle a challenging course that is clearly marked. Race solo, as a team of two, or as a relay team. Distances are noted on the Course Concept page of the website. This race starts and finishes at Mohawk Falls, a special venue located near Dixville Notch, NH. Campsites are available.

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Sep

Sat

Miles for Migraine Burlington @ Veterans Memorial Park

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Sep 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Miles for Migraine will host a 2-mile Walk, 5K run & 10K run in South Burlington at Veterans Memorial Park (Dorset Park). This Fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research will take place Saturday September 29, 2018. All donations from this event will benefit the University of Vermont Medical Center’s Headache Clinic to support the headache fellowship program & migraine research.

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Oct

Fri

LoveYourBrain Annual Golf Tournament

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Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join LoveYourBrain (LYB) for their 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! The funds raised through this event will support LYB’s mission to improve the quality of life of people affected by traumatic brain injury (TBI) through programs that build community, as well as educate youth on mindfulness and TBI prevention.

9AM: Registration opens
10AM: Shotgun
3-4:30PM (approximately): Lunch and awards

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Oct

Sun

Ripton Ridge Run @ Ripton Elementary School

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Oct 7 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm

THE RIPTON RIDGE RUN is an annual fundraiser to benefit the Ripton Elementary School, put on by Friends of Ripton School, Inc. This 31st annual race includes a 5K run, a 10.4K run, and a non-competitive 5K Fun Walk. There is also a short, non-competitive event for young children. All courses start and finish at the Ripton Elementary School. The race courses traverse roads in Ripton and the Green Mountain National Forest and include water stops.

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Oct

Sat

Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon @ Trapp Family Lodge

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Oct 13 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

This annual event is a challenging half and full marathon distance trail run in the heart of the Green Mountains at beautiful Trapp Family Lodge. Fall is the best time to visit Vermont and we think that running through crisp, colorful, fall foliage on the Trapp Lodge trail system is just the way to do it. October is a particularly special time to be in Stowe, winter is just around the corner and Oktoberfest is in full swing in and around town.

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