August 28, 2007
Washington DC

RUN

September 8, 2007 - 21st Annual Amish Country Bike Tour
Discover Kent County, Delaware’s beautiful Amish countryside on your choice of 15, 25, 50, 62 or 100 mile loops in mostly flat, rural areas. Every route begins and ends in historic downtown Dover. All routes are SAG patrolled and include up to 4 food stops, including their famous Amish Schoolhouse stop where you can enjoy homemade cookies, muffins and pies
Time: 8:00 AM
Where: Dover, DE
Cost: Adults $30, Children 16 and under $15, Family $55
Check it out: www.visitdover.com
Additional info: Email csmall@visitdover.com or call 800-233-5368

Anytime - The Zoo Review - Route courtesy of Bike Washington.org
Try this popular route whenever your schedule allows. The route uses both Rock Creek Park and the Capital Crescent Trail, with an optional, fun stop at the National Zoo.
Time: Anytime
Where: There are two suggested starting points. Meadowbrook Park, located near the intersection of East-West Highway and Beach Drive. Or, the Capital Crescent Trail Head in Georgetown.
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.bikewashington.org

September 1, 2007 - Kennedy Peak Hike
A moderate 9.2 mile hike with 1300' elevation gain in George Washington National Forest. Nice views from the top and interesting forest along the route.
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: Meet at Vienna Metro.
Cost: $11 (+$2 nonmembers).
Check it out: www.centerhikingclub.org
Call for details: Leader Andrew L. at 703-767-9701

September 8, 2007 - Hike the George Washington National Forest - Great North Mtn. Circuit
Meet up with members of the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club for a 17 mile hike in George Washington National Forest on the Great North Mountain Circuit. Excellent views of fall foliage. Moderate pace, stopping for flora and fungi of interest. Elevation gain 3,000 feet.
Time: 7:30 AM
Where: Meet at Oakton Shopping Center on Route 123 near Vienna.
Check it out: potomacappalachian.org
Additional info: Inexperienced hikers, please be sure to contact William Needham 410-884-9127, Needham82@aol.com for more details.

September 15, 2007 - The Fredericksburg Off-Road Duathlon (F.O.R.D.) Series (#3 of a three-part series)
Participate in the last of this year's Fredericksburg Off-Road Duathlons (F.O.R.D.s) racing series where the focus is on friendly, fun competition. Both Beginner (two 1.1 mile runs split by a 6 mile mtn bike) and Advanced Team (Two 2.3 runs split by a 12 mile mtn bike) options are available. Perks include a post race barbeque while hanging out on "the beach" of the Rappahannock River!
Time: 9:00 a.m. race start for all racers.  8:45 AM race briefing
Where: Virginia Outdoor Center, Fredericksburg, VA Culpepper, VA
Cost: $35 Pre-Registration, $45 Race Day Registration. Teams pay twice the amounts (same per racer).  Cut-off dates for each race are posted on the registration site.
Check it out: www.fredevents.org
Additional info: (540)841-9984 or fredevents@hotmail.com

September 2 - 8, 2007 - Spiral Flight Yoga $10 Classes All Week
Kick off Spiral Flight's Fall season with a large list of discounted classes the first week of September. Spiral Flight is a community that enjoys working toward wellness, healing, awareness and peace.
Time: varies, see website for complete listing
Where: 1826 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington DC
Cost: $10 per class
Check it out: www.spiralflightyoga.com
Additional info: Email info@spiralflightyoga.com or call 202-965-1645

September 8, 2007 - Yoga demonstration for Peace and Love
In Response to September 11, 2001 join hundreds of Yoga souls perform 108 Sun Salutations in a demonstration of peace and love.
Time: Noon until 3:00pm, registration begins at 10:30 PM
Where: Farragut Square - 17th St. NW Between K & I Streets
Cost: Advance Registration $20. Day of Event $25. Children 13-18 yrs $10. Under 12 free
Check it out: www.yoga-for-peace.org
Additional info: yogaforpeacedc@gmail.com, 703-203-8700

September 10-14, 2007 - Sun and Moon Studio - Daily Sunrise Sampler
Roll out of bed and start the day with 45 minutes of active, all-levels yoga, five days in a row, with a different teacher each day. Have fun, build community, and realize the profound benefits of doing yoga every morning.
Time: 7:00 to 7:45 am
Where: 3811 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA
Cost: $35 for one full week, $10 to drop-in for one day
Check it out: www.sunandmoonstudio.com
Call for details: 703-525-YOGA (9642)

September 1, 2007 - Tubing Down the Potomac and Picnic
Lay back, relax, and tube down the Potomac River. Led by a professional guide and includes state-of-the-art tubes, bus transportation back to your cars, and a picnic lunch.
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: Meet at the Outdoor Center, Boonesboro, MD
Cost: $50, pre-registration required. **Don't forget to use the "graceful" discount code and save $5.**
Check it out: www.prosinthecity.com

September 9 & 29, 2007 - Introduction to Composition and Technique Outing
Join REIs Outdoor School in a beautiful location for a day of hands-on learning. Explore your camera and practice your compositional skills on this photographic field trip. Iinstructors will explain how your camera works and offer instant feedback and pointers to make your images more interesting. Learn to observe the light and textures nature provides. Aperture, shutter speed and Rule of Thirds will be discussed and practiced. Photographers of all levels using film or digital cameras are encouraged to attend.
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: September 9th Rockville REI, or September 29th Timonium REI
Cost: Advance registration is required. Call or visit any DC area REI store to sign up. Member: $50, Non-Member: $65, Package: $75,
Check it out: www.rei.com