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April 15, 2008
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Run
Bike
Multisport
Paddle
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Yoga
Celebrate Earth Day
Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge |
| RUN |
April 27, 2008 - Third Annual Blue Hills Trail Races
Do the Fox Trot (10 miles) or the Bunny Hop (3 miles) on the trails at Blue Hills Reservation. The course follows dirt roads and forest paths and the Fox Trot includes a good mix of single track for some extra fun. Pre-registration required and limited to 250 runners.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Blue Hills Trailside Museum, 1907 Canton Avenue (Route 138), Milton, MA
Cost: Minimum donation of $5 requested
Check it out: www.colonialrunners.org
Additional info: John Goldrosen at 781-447-2812 or trailrunning@colonialrunners.org
April 27, 2008 - Westborough Spring Festival 5K Road Race
Celebrate spring with this 5K challenging loop over rolling and scenic country roads. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Westborough,all proceeds to benefit their charitable endeavors.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Westborough High School, 90 West Main Street, Westborough , MA
Cost: $15 if pre-registered; $20 for race day registration
Check it out: http://westboroughspringfestival.org
Additional info: mayrand@kelleher-sadowsky.com
April 27, 2008 - 29th Annual "Ring Around Marblehead" 5 Mile Road Race
A local favorite, join 400 runners for an ocean side run to benefit the Marblehead/Swampscott YMCA.
Time: 2 PM
Where: M/S YMCA, 94 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA
Cost: $16 if pre-registered; $21 for race day registration
Check it out: www.northshoreymca.org
Additional info: Jeanne Smith at 781-631-0870 ext. 104 or smithj@northshoreymca.org |
| BIKE |
April 19, 2008 - Middlesex Fells Mountain Bike Opening Day
Celebrate the 2008 mountain bike season at the Fells with NEMBA and the Department of Conservation. Open to riders of all abilities who share a common interest in a fun day of riding. There will be advanced, intermediate, and mellower groups going out at various times during the day. It's a great way to get out and meet fellow riders, learn more about NEMBA and this great riding area.
Time: 9 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: Flynn Rink, Middlesex Fells Reservation, Medford MA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.gbnemba.org
Additional info: Tim Post at te_post@gmail.com
April 27, 2008 - Tour de Cure 2008 - Falmouth, MA
Support the American Diabetes Association and ride in Tour de Cure, a series of fund-raising cycling events held in 40 states nationwide. Designed for riders of all levels, choose between the 15, 30 or 50 mile route and enjoy this scenic oceanside route on Cape Cod.
Time: between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM - see website for details
Where: Barnstable County Fairgrounds, Falmouth MA
Cost: $20 Registration plus minimum fund-raising of $150
Check it out: http://tour.diabetes.org
Additional info: 1-888-DIABETES |
| MULTISPORT |
May 4, 2008 - The Sheriff's Sprint Triathlon
Despite being hosted by the Sheriff's Department, triathletes of all levels are encouraged to speed their way through course. Swim 300 yards, bike 9 miles and run 3 miles and help raise money for the Ludlow Boys and Girls Club.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Ludlow Boys & Girls Club, Randall Community Center, 100 Sportsmen's Road, Ludlow, MA
Cost: $55 Individual; $90 Relay; Add $0 for non-USAT members
Check it out: www.firm-racing.com
Additional info: (508) 434-0123
June 1, 2008 - The King Pine Triathlon
Make a family weekend out of it and escape to New Hampshire for a scenic triathlon nestled in the White Mountains. Open to all ages 14 and up the course features a 1/3 mile swim, 12.5 mile bike and 3.1 mile run. There's also a duathlon for land lovers while kids under 14 will get a kick out of the 100yd swim, 2 mile mountain bike, and 1/2 mile run. Racers and families are also encouraged to recycle their old running shoes which will be donated to Soles4Souls.
Where: Purity Spring Resort, 1251 Eaton Road, Madison, New Hampshire
Cost: Triathlon: $70 for Individual; $120 for Relay; Duathlon: $55; Youth: $25
Check it out: www.kingpinetri.com
Additional info: 603-520-8268 |
| PADDLE |
April 16 & 17, 2008 - 3rd Annual Reel Paddling Film Festival World Tour
REI and REI Outdoor school are giving you a boat load of kayaking and canoeing action with four hours of cutting edge paddling footage each night. Audiences can expect to see hairy whitewater action, sea kayakers explore remote coastlines, monster kayak fishing, bug-infested canoe expeditions, international travel films, environmental documentaries and hilarious short films capturing the lighter side of the paddling life.
Time: 6 PM
Where: Regent Theatre, 7 Medford Street, Arlington MA
Cost: $10 per evening
Check it out: www.regenttheatre.com
Additional info: 781-646-4TIX (4849)
April 26, 2008 - New to Sea Kayaking Workshop
Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? wondering which type of kayak is right for you?..... Get the right answers and more during this land-based workshop hosted by the North Shore Paddlers Network. Can't get enough? Stay for the afternoon for the Kayak Camping workshop.
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Where: Gould Barn, Topsfield, MA
Cost: Free and open to non-members
Check it out: www.nspn.org
Additional info: Al Coons at kayakclass@verizon.net
April 26, 2008 - Kayak Camping Workshop
North Shore Paddlers Network's day of learning, get the basics of kayak camping including gear, how to pack for a kayak, Leave No Trace Principles plus a complete cooking demo. New to sea kayaking? Show up for their morning New to Sea Kayaking Workshop.
Time: 1:30 - 4:30 PM
Where: Gould Barn, Topsfield, MA
Cost: Free and open to non-members
Check it out: www.nspn.org
Additional info: mikecrouse@yahoo.com |
| YOGA |
April 19, 2008 - Inversions: Going Upside Down
Go upside down with Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga. Learn how what is necessary to take inversions with ease as you work the building blocks that will put you into handstand, headstand, shoulderstand and forearm balance.
Time: 1 PM - 4 PM
Where: BPYI Cambridge Studio, 2000 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge MA
Cost: $50
Check it out: www.baronbaptiste.com
Additional info: 617-661-YOGA
April 26, 2008 - The Art of Budokon
A guaranteed blast, the Budokon physical practice draws upon ancient and modern yogic and martial arts styles. Budokon combines agility, control, speed, power, balance and flow into a series of movements that will challenge your muscles.
Time: 9:30 - 11 AM
Where: Yoga Spot, 263 Washington St., Wellesley Hills, MA
Cost: $25
Check it out: www.yogaspot.net
Additional info: 781-431-YOGA(9642)
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| CELEBRATE EARTH DAY |
April 22, 2008 - Screening of the Inconvenient Truth
In the spirit of Earth Day, Sudbury Valley Trustees are showing the highly acclaimed documentary on global warming, presented by former United States Vice President Al Gore.
Time: 6:30-9:00 PM
Where: Wolbach Farm, Wolbach Road, Sudbury, MA
Cost: $5 for members; $10 for non-members
Check it out: www.sudburyvalleytrustees.org
Additional info: 978-443-5588
April 26, 2008 - 9th Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup
Join over 2,000 volunteers representing more than 100 organizations to help clean up along the Charles and the watershed's streams and ponds. Organize your own group or if you're unsure of your schedule, help out at one of our drop-in sites.
Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
Where: Various - see website for details
Cost: Free
Check it out:www.crwa.org
Additional info: 781-788-0007 x 303
April 26, 2008 - Work for Wildlife 2nd Annual Statewide Volunteer Day
Have fun while lending a helping hand at one of your favorite nature spots in Massachusetts. Join the Mass Audubon Society for some spring cleaning including litter removal, planting native wild flowers and much more.
Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
Where: Various - see website for details
Cost: Free
Check it out www.massaudubon.org
Additional info: Elaine Kile at 781-259-2161 |
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Events Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge |
May 10, 2008 - High Trek Adventure Boston
Ever wonder what it feels like to be on the Amazing Race, but can’t quit your day job? Then grab a friend, a map of downtown, your sneakers, and prepare for an exhilarating race around the city when High Trek Adventure comes to town.
High Trek Adventure is a unique urban adventure game where brains beat brawn! Teams of 2 solve clever clues and face fun challenges all while navigating the urban landscape via foot or on public transportation! It's a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of The Amazing Race, mixed in with Trivial Pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse. And voila! You've got High Trek Adventure!
Time: Noon
Cost: $40
Check it out: www.hightrekadventure.com
Additional info: 480.326.4893 or info@hightrekadventure.com |
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