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November 20, 2007
Washington DC |
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| RUN |
Every Tuesday - Run with the Pack
Get energized with a 5 mile fun run with the Hudson Trail Outfitters Running Club.
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: Tenley Circle Location - Washington Episcopal School, 5600 Little Falls Parkway; Rockville Location - Starbucks Wintergreen Plaza, 865 Rockville Pike; Pentagon Row Location - HTO Pentagon Row Store
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.hudsontrail.com
Additional info: 800-211-9753 ext. 6 or HTO_Customer_Service@hudsontrail.com
November 22, 2007 - Turkey Trot Prediction Run 10K
Participate in this unique race - a prediction run where the object is to finish as close to a certain time as possible. For this race, you can start whenever you want and whoever finishes closest to 11 AM wins.
Time: 9:30 AM
Where: Jeffers Hill Neighborhood Center, 6030 Tamar Dr., Columbia, MD
Cost: $5 - Howard Co. Striders members, $7 - nonmembers
Check it out: www.striders.net
Additional info: 410-964-1998 or bear72gate@comcast.net
November 24, 2007 - Turkey Burnoff
Enjoy a few minutes of exercise after hours at your Thanksgiving Day meal.
Time: 10 AM
Where: Seneca Creek State Park, 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD
Cost: Free - MCRRC members, $5 - non-members.
Check it out: www.mcrrc.org
Additional info: info@mcrrc.org |
| BIKE |
December 1, 2007 - Introduction to Mountain Biking
Learn the proper techniques of shifting, braking, hill climbing and descent, body and pedal position, and navigating minor obstacles on the trail. Then it’s off for a great ride to practice all the skills you’ve learned.
Time: 9:30 AM
Where: Bailey's Crossroads REI Baileys Crossroads, VA
Cost: $55 members, $70 nonmembers
Check it out: www.rei.com
Additional info: 703-379-9400 or OutdoorSchoolDCMarket@rei.com |
| HIKE |
November 23, 2007 - Moonlight Hike
Join the Capital Hiking Club for a 4 mile Moonlight hike on the C&O Canal Towpath in Great Falls, MD
Time: 8:30 PM
Where: Meet at parking lot across from Old Angler’s Inn, MD
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.capitalhikingclub.org
Additional info: Susan 703-796-9130 or Ingrid 703-796-1709
November 24, 2007 - Potomac Heritage Trail Hike
This convenient, in-town 9 mile circuit in the Potomac River Gorge provides a can’t-miss combination of post-Thanksgiving exercise and under-appreciated local scenery.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Meet at Teddy Roosevelt Island parking lot, VA
Cost: $2
Check it out: www.capitalhikingclub.org
Additional info: Laura D. 301-933-5508 or Charlotte A. 301-645-3958
November 25, 2007 - Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest Hike
Check out Little Bull Run in Prince Wiliam Co. Virginia for a moderately paced circuit 7-8 mile hike. Plus your pup is welcome to come along.
Time: 10 AM
Where: To carpool, meet at 10 am at Vienna Metro station, north parking lot.
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.mwrop.org
Additional info: Paul E. 703-256-6351, Gary K. 703-765-0306 or info@mwrop.org
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| YOGA |
November 20, 2007 - Restorative Yoga by Candlelight
Shed your week of stress with this soothing, candle-lit practice. Savor the deep relaxation of restorative postures. And, leave feeling calm, refreshed, and well-rested.
Time: 7:30 - 9 PM
Where: Spiral Flight Yoga, 1826 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC
Cost: $40 tuition, $20 off student/senior discount
Check it out: www.spiralflightyoga.com
Additional info: 202-965-1645 or info@spiralflightyoga.com
November 23, 2007 - Gratitude Flow Yoga Class
Celebrate the joy of this Thanksgiving season through delightful sequencing that focuses on breath, creativity, and movement.
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Where: Tranquil Space, 2024 P St. NW, Washington DC
Cost: $35, $30 if pre-registered
Check it out: www.tranquilspace.com
Additional info: 202-223-YOGA or info@tranquilspace.com
November 23, 2007 - Burn the Bird Yoga
Cultivate an attitude of gratitude & appreciation through guided meditation and dynamic asana sequences. Class concludes with lavender eyepillows, poetic reflections, a cup of fresh yogic tea & healthy sweet enjoyments.
Time: Noon - 2 PM
Where: Studio Serenity, 2469 18th St NW, Washington DC
Cost: $30
Check it out: www.studioserenity.com
Additional info: 202-518-YOGA
November 28 & December 2, 2007 - Yoga Nidra Workshops
Practice Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep) offering deep relaxation of body and mind.
Time: 2 - 4 PM
Where: 257 Market St. West, Gaithersburg, MD
Cost: $20 pre-registered, $25 at the door
Check it out: www.innerreaches.com
Additional info: 301-987-0884, dee@innerreaches.com |
| OTHER FUN STUFF |
November 29, 2007 - Mountainfilm on Tour
Head to the National Geographic Society for Mountainfilm, one of the world’s most prominent festivals of films on mountain sports and conservation.
Time: 7 PM
Where: National Geographic Society, Grosvenor Auditorium, 1600 M Street NW, Washington DC
Cost: Series - $39 members, $48 nonmembers; Single Event - $15 members, $18 nonmembers
Check it out: www.nationalgeographic.com
Additional info: 202-857-7700 |
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Events Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge |
November 3 - December 1, 2007 - Join Team In Training's Spring Season
Participate in an information meeting to learn more about the Team In Training program and their exciting spring events including The Wirefly National Marathon, Country Music Marathon™ & 1/2 Marathon, St. Anthony's Triathlon, Capital of Texas Triathlon and the Gulf Coast Triathlon. As part of the Team, you'll receive expert coaching, a team to train with and you'll raise money to fund cutting-edge cancer research and patient services.
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Where: Locations throughout the DC area
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.teamintraining.org/ncameetings
Additional info: Lindsay at Lindsay.Luthe@lls.org
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