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March 25 , 2008
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Events Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge
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| RUN |
March 29, 2008 - Bowie Spring 5K Race & 2 Mile Walk
Jog or walk your way to family fun at the 27th annual Bowie Spring 5K Race & 2 Mile Walk benefiting the Bowie Food Pantry.
Time: 8 AM
Where: The Bowie Town Center, Route 197 and Northview Drive, Bowie, Md
Cost: Residents: $10 students, $20 adults; Non-residents: $12/students, $24 adults
Additional info: 301-464-1737, Rodney.Jackson@pgparks.com
March 29, 2008 - Wolftrap Elementary School 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Support the Wolftrap Elementary PTA at this great running and walking event.
Time: 8 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, 8:30AM - 5K
Where: Vienna, VA
Cost: $25 Individual, $45 Family
Check it out: www.wolftrappta.org
Additional info: 703-937-3929, maguire1704@cox.net
Starting April 8, 2008 (for 10 weeks) - Running Roses
Montgomery Road Runners Club's introductory running program tailored to women is back for its 17th year. The program continues for ten weeks with the goal of running a 5K race at the end -- the Women's Distance Festival Run for Roses 5K June 21st. Group meets Tuesdays and Saturdays and combines both training runs and short talks from experts on injury prevention, stretching, shoes, etc.
Time: 6:30 PM (first meeting and registration)
Where: Gaithersburg High School, 314 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD
Cost: Free but must be member of MRRC ($25 for individual and $40 for family)
Check it out: www.mcrrc.org
Additional info: Sethiya Renwick at sethiya.renwick@yahoo.com
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| BIKE |
Saturdays/Sundays through April 13 - Cherry Blossom Bike Tours
See the cherry blossoms without the traffic. Join Park Rangers every Saturday and Sunday for a tour around the Mall with a special emphasis on the cherry blossoms.
Time: 1 - 4 PM
Where: NE corner of Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.nps.gov
April 6, 2008 - Cyclefest 2008
Enjoy a day completely dedicated to cycling. Attend seminars including yoga for cyclists, core training for the cyclist, commuting basics, adventure racing 101, road and mountain bike clinics, bike fit and maintenance sessions, bike travel trips, and much more.
Demo the latest Trek, Lemond, Gary Fisher mountain and road bikes and there will be plenty of experts on hand o show you everything you want to know about the latest and greatest in cycling.
Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
Where: Wakefield Park, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale , VA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.thebikelane.com
Additional info: 703-440-8701 |
| PADDLE |
April 8, 2008 - Basic Kayak Navigation & Trip Planning Class
Learn the basics of kayak navigation - how to read a tide/current log, read nautical charts, plot courses across shipping lanes, and plan your first trip.
Time: 7 - 9 PM
Where: Rockville REI Store, 1701 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD
Cost: $20 members, $40 non members
Check it out: www.rei.com
Additional info: (301) 230-767
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| HIKE |
March 30, 2008 - Catoctin Mountains
Join the Center Hiking Club for a moderately-paced hike of about 9 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain (some sections are steep).
Time: 9 AM
Where: Meet at Shady Grove Metro (outside the east exit near the news racks)
Cost: $6 (+$2 for non-members)
Check it out: www.centerhikingclub.org
Additional info: Michael S. (703) 677-7777
April 11-13, 2008 - Backpacking Basics
Just for the girls, this workshop teaches you everything you need to know to get a pack on your back and on the trail. Topics include what gear you need and where to buy it (inexpensively), how to carry the least amount of weight AND still be prepared, how to plan trips, first-aid and safety, hands-on practice using gear and equipment, food and nutrition (we will even have a trail chef preparing a specialized gourmet trail meal on Saturday night!), reading maps, and much more.
Where: Sunrise Cabin, Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area, Marion VA
Cost: $185
Check it out: www.wildsideadventures.com
Additional info: (540) 384-7023 or Info@wildsideadventures.com |
| TRIATHLON/MULTISPORT |
April 5, 2008 - Catholic University Triathlon
Tour Catholic University's scenic campus and facilities while completing this super sprint triathlon (480 y pool swim, 14 mile bike and 3 mile run). Proceeds to benefit the CUA Swim Team and honor Super Heroes (police, military, paramedics and firefighters).
Time: 10 AM
Where: DeFour Center, 3606 John McCormack Dr. NE, Washington, DC
Cost: $12 Heroes and CUA Students, $20 general public
Check it out: www.active.com
Additional info: 202-319-5286
April 6, 2008 - The Bike Lane's Cyclefest Duathlon
Kick off Cyclefest 2008 with a fun duathlon in Wakefield Park. Start off with a 2.2 mile run, then take off for a 9 mile mountain bike, finished off with another 2.2 mile run! Come out and race and then enjoy the day demoing bikes, learning new skills, attending cycling related clinics and seminars (see Cyclefest details above)
Time: 8:30 AM
Where: Wakefield Park, 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale , VA
Cost: $35 if pre-registered; $45 race day registration
Check it out: www.thebikelane.com
Additional info: 703-440-8701 |
| YOGA |
March 30, 2008 - Find Your Flow: Introduction to Vinyasa Yoga
Learn the fundamentals of vinyasa and thoroughly examine its elements, giving you greater understanding and confidence in finding your flow.
Time: 2 - 4:30 PM
Where: Pure Prana Yoga Studio, 100 S. Patrick St, Alexandria, VA
Cost: $40
Check it out: www.pureprana.com
Additional info: info@pureprana.com
April 4, 2008 - Relaxation: Restorative Yoga by Candlelight
Shed your week of restlessness and stress with this soothing, candle-lit practice. Starting with some slow gentle movement, and then using blankets for support, this nurturing practice helps you soften the body, shifts your attitude, and quiets your mind.
Time: 7:30 - 9 PM
Where: Spiral Flight Yoga, 1826 Wisconsin Ave, Washington DC
Cost: $40 ($15 off if registered by the Wednesday before), $20 off student/senior discount rate
Check it out: www.spiralflightyoga.com
Additional info: info@spiralflightyoga.com
April 6, 2008 - Celebrating the Light Within!
Spend the afternoon learning the art of Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation, a flowing practice of great devotion and power. They will break down the series of the Sun Salutation to help you understand each pose in a clearer way and then rebuild the sequence of poses, adding in others with the spirit of creativity.
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Where: Willow Street Yoga, 8561 Fenton Street, 2nd Fl, Silver Spring, MD
Cost: $30
Check it out: www.willowstreetyoga.com
Additional info: yoga@willowstreetyoga.com |
| OTHER FUN STUFF |
March 27, 2008 - Salsa Dance Class
Learn Salsa from Eileen Torres, President of Salsation Productions and Publisher of Salsacentro.com
Time: 7 - 8 PM
Where: lululemon athletica, 2847 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.lululemon.com
April 5, 2008 - Bike for the World
Donate your old bikes to Bikes for the World. Anyone with a bicycle in repairable condition can participate in this program! Bikes for the World collects over 5,000 bikes/year and transfers them to those in need of transportation to work or school.
Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
Where: Hudson Trail - Fairfax, Rockville, and Pentagon Row store locations
Cost: Bike donation
Check it out: www.hudsontrail.com
Additional info: 1-800-211-9753 xt.6, HTO_Customer_Service@hudsontrail.com |
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Events Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge |
Through March 29, 2008 - HERA Ovarian Cancer Climb for Life
Help fight ovarian cancer and join in the fun at the 3rd annual climbing festival. All month long there are tons of climbing events, clinics and parties to support the mission of HERA (Health, Empowerment, Research and Advocacy, a leading non-profit foundation empowering women, the medical industry & communities in their fight against ovarian cancer.
Time: varies
Where: varies
Cost: $30
Check it out: www.heraclimb4lifedc08.kintera.org
Additional info: REI Fairfax 571- 522-6568, ivamichele@earthlink.net
September 20 – High Trek Adventure DC
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
Where: Washington, DC
Cost: $40
Check it out: www.hightrekadventure.com
Additional info: 480-326-4893, info@hightrekadventure.com |
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