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SUMMARY:ACBC Season Kickoff Social
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on May 3rd for our Spring Kickoff Social!\n\nWe’ll ride beforehand and then get together for food and beverages. It’s your chance to boast about recent rides and meet new members. Wheels up at 5 p.m. from Frog Hollow Bikes; meet at Marquis Theatre\, Middlebury at 6 p.m.\n\nWe’ll buy your first beer–or other beverage of choice. Food will be available for purchase (until 7:30 p.m.) from the cafe within the theatre.\n\nWe’ll have some swag to share\, as well as updates on Addison County’s trail networks and plans for the 2023 riding season.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/acbc-season-kickoff-social/
LOCATION:Middlebury Marquis Theatre\, 65 Main Street\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T170000
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SUMMARY:The Overland Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Overland got their start by believing in the transformative power of all-surface exploration. It’s the best way to race\, run\, ride\, and ultimately experience a landscape. This is their first running-specific event. This is not a half marathon. This is not an Ultra. It’s something completely different. Challenge yourself over 16 miles and close to 2\,600ft across an all-surface course covering the best of the best in West Windsor\, VT. \nThis event raises funds for both Ascutney Outdoors and Ascutney Trails Association. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRace Info\n\n\nSaturday\, May 6th\, 2023 \n\n\nAscutney Outdoors\, Ski Tow Road\, West Windsor\, Vermont \n\n\nLonger “Overland TRAIL” course (course coming soon) \n\n\nShorter “Overland Path” option available as well. (course coming soon) \n\n\n\n\n9 AM mass start.  Registration opens at 7 AM \n\n\nPrize purse to be announced soon!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/the-overland-trail-run/
LOCATION:Ascutney Outdoors
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascutney Trails Association":MAILTO:info@ascutneytrails.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T140000
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SUMMARY:Spring Sprockets & Walk-Its Fun Ride & Walk for Homeless Prevention Center.
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nHaul those bikes out of the barn… \nLace up those sneakers… \nAnd join us Saturday\, May 6th\, 2023 at Pine Hill Park for our 2nd annual Spring Sprockets & Walk-Its Fun Ride & Walk for Homeless Prevention Center. \nChoose… \n-The bike option on Pine Hill Park’s MTB trails. \n-The walk option on the Giorgetti Walking loops. \n-Or just come celebrate spring with music\, food and community. \nSocial Rides and Rambles for multiple levels. \nWalking\, Hiking\, Jogging options for you non-bikers. \nScavenger Hunt Adventure Scrambles with PRIZES. (both bikers & walkers) \nPlus outdoor Kids’ Activities\, DJ\, Food Truck\, & More. \n\n\n\n\n— REGISTER NOW – Early Bird Discount Registration Specials — \nUntil March 21st… \nAdults $15. Youth $5. Kids under 10 are free. \nAfter March 21st… \nAdults $22. Youth $10. Kids under 10 are free. \nHomeless Prevention Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Vermont families and individuals who are homeless or at-risk. \nYour participation in this all-ages outdoor community event supports our mission of ending homelessness in Rutland County\, one family at a time.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/spring-sprockets-walk-its-fun-ride-walk-for-homeless-prevention-center/
LOCATION:Pine Hill Park\, Rutland\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Outing,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T170000
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UID:45658-1683367200-1683392400@vmba.org
SUMMARY:Cranko de Mayo
DESCRIPTION:Join Mad River Riders for an exhilarating tour on the dirt roads (with a touch of pavement and a little Class IV) of the beautiful Mad River Valley to kick off the spring biking season! Starting and finishing at SugarBush (Lincoln Peak)\, you will be rewarded with incredible views and pass through three covered bridges! Plus\, bring your skis and enjoy an afternoon ripping the corn snow. \nThey have two options for your cycling pleasure: \n\nThe Solo Bien (Just Fine): ~30 miles with 3\,700 feet of happy climbing! http://www.strava.com/routes/2944368388179031412\nThe Demasiado (Too Much): 47 miles with 6\,000 feet of even happier climbing! http://www.strava.com/routes/2944361332641920658\n\nThere will be two aid stations along each route (thank you\, Sugarbush\, for stocking the stations!) and all participants will receive a commemorative poster and a Lawson’s koozie! \nMass start at 10am. \nPlease ride single file when on paved roads. The course will be unmarked. \nThe fee for each ride is $50 in advance or $60 on the day of the event. All proceeds from this event will go towards trail maintenance and new trail building in the Mad River Valley. It’s going to be a great day! We hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/cranko-de-mayo-3/
LOCATION:Sugarbush Resort Lincoln Peak\, 1840 Sugarbush Access Rd\, Warren\, VT\, 05674
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T170000
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UID:45789-1683374400-1683392400@vmba.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Peavine Whitewater Race
DESCRIPTION:Join Ridgeline Outdoor Collective for the second annual Peavine Whitewater Race this spring!\n\nWhitewater paddlers of all experience levels and abilities will challenge themselves and each other on this beautiful section. The event takes its name from the narrow-gauge rail line that once clung to the sides of the valley. Floods and washouts doomed it to failure but traces of the Peavine Railroad can still be seen along the way.\n\nFor more information and to register visit the Paddle Guru website.\nTo get involved as a volunteer\, reach out to Mike McDonnell at mikemcdonnell.watershed@gmail.com
URL:https://vmba.org/event/2nd-annual-peavine-whitewater-race/
LOCATION:Stockbridge\, Stockbridge\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T150000
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UID:44537-1683446400-1683471600@vmba.org
SUMMARY:WATA Gravel Grinder
DESCRIPTION:More info to come soon.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/wata-gravel-grinder/
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T140000
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UID:47350-1683972000-1683986400@vmba.org
SUMMARY:Spring Launch
DESCRIPTION:Mud season is nearly over\, and we want to celebrate! Join and celebrate the season with Fellowship of the Wheel (FOTW)\, VMBA\, and Catamount Family Outdoor Center (COFC). A whole host of our partners will be there with goodies and treats\, stay tuned for a complete list.  \nWe will start the day off with a kids’ ride that will be focused on nature and then end with a pump track event. Adults and families are invited to join us for beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced group rides throughout the day. This will be a great way to learn the trails at Catamount or dust off the skills. \nJoin us at the vendor city in the main area\, where we’ll have demos\, swag\, and more for you to check out. Don’t forget to grab a bite to eat (optional donation) before or after your ride while supplies last. Please sign up via Event Brite to give us a head count for food.  \nAre you a VMBA Member with FOTW and COFC added to your Membership? Be sure you stop by the VMBA tent to enter a free raffle with prizes from Cabot Cheese\, VMBA\, and COFC.  \nIf you’re not a COFC Member\, you will need to purchase a day pass or add COFC to your VMBA Membership. VMBA Members can use the COFC Member Benefit for “[34] Free Fat Bike or MTB Day Pass*” \nAre you a COFC race series participant? Pick up your racer packet at our hub! Not a series participant yet? Take advantage of 20% off the Weekly Race Series entry fee at this event!\n  \nMembership/Pass Prices: \nVMBA Individual Membership with FOTW – $60 \nCatamount Outdoor Family Center add-on: $30 \nCatamount Outdoor Family Center day pass:  $10.00/adults; $5/youth (5 and under are free) \n  \nChawla Photography\n \n \n  \n  \n  \nVendor List:  \nOutdoor Gear Exchange – Demos \nSalas (through Catamount) – Demos \nSDR – Merchandise for sale \nGMCX – Group Rides and demos \nRTF – informational  \nEthan Tapper Forestry –  Ride/walk
URL:https://vmba.org/event/spring-launch/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Center\, Williston\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T200000
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UID:49763-1684260000-1684267200@vmba.org
SUMMARY:MAMBA Tuesday Ride Night
DESCRIPTION:Join MAMBA and Onion River Outdoors for a no-drop ride in 3 or 4 pace groups from spicy to mild. Arrive at 6 PM and be ready to ride at 6:15!\nWe’ll bring a grill for post-ride après. Bring something to throw on it and a beverage for after the ride.\n\nLocation TBD. Visit MAMBA’s facebook page for updates.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/mamba-tuesday-ride-night/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081953
CREATED:20230414T130548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T130548Z
UID:47440-1684346400-1684351800@vmba.org
SUMMARY:Weekly MTB Race Series at Catamount
DESCRIPTION:Join Catamount Outdoor Center this year and be a part of the longest-running Weekly Race Series in the country! \nThe weekly races at Catamount have a strong history in the community and offer a fun and relaxing atmosphere for everyone. Whether new to racing\, or a seasoned competitor\, you won’t want to miss the races at Catamount! \nNot a racer? Grab your bells and horns and come cheer with us while enjoying music\, campfire\, and community! \nAs in prior years\, we will host the Wednesday evening MTB series from May through September. \nThe weekly in-person MTB race start times are as follows: \n\n6:00pm: 1 Lap racers\n6:03pm: Cadet (1/2 lap) racers\n6:05pm: Cubbies race\n6:15pm: 2 Lap racers\n6:27pm: 4 Lap racers\n6:30pm: 3 Lap racers\n\nFor more information and to register for the full series\, please visit our race series page \nSingle-night entries can be found on BikeReg.com\, by searching “Catamount”\, until 12:00pm on the day of each race. \nNight of registration will occur at the Hub from 3:30-5:45pm
URL:https://vmba.org/event/weekly-mtb-race-series-at-catamount/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Center\, Williston\, VT
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
ORGANIZER;CN="Catamount Outdoor Family Center":MAILTO:thehub@catamountoutdoor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T170000
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Richard's Ride Powered by VBT
DESCRIPTION:8th Annual Richard’s Ride Powered by VBT at Cochran’s Ski Area\, Richmond.   We are lining up a perfect day for you on Saturday\, May 20.  We have a wide menu of ride choices from 5 miles to 15\, to 30\, and 70 miles on the road\, 40 to 50 miles on mostly gravel\, a river trail ride for kids\, and technical MTB routes on Cochran’s trails.  Rides start at different times with the goal of rides being completed with plenty of time for refueling and relaxing.  Be sure to check the start time for your ride and arrive early to park in the upper or lower lots of Cochran’s and then check in at the registration desk in the Base Lodge.  Pre-ride pancakes and maple syrup served up by Little Bellas (MTB cycling camps for young girls).  Velo Village! \nThe first 180 registered riders will receive our RTF custom-designed BIVO Bottle (we are at 179 riders today!).  We have a few (12!) remaining bottles at this moment so don’t miss out on the anti-plastic movement and better tasting drinks while riding. \nRiders can register right here: Richard’s Ride 2023 Powered by VBT Bicycling Vacations Online Registration (bikereg.com).  There is no registration charge for children ages 1-16 (for Richard’s 5\, 15\, 30\, or MTB) however\, parents should register their child.  Family participation is encouraged.  Also for kids\, Cochran Road will be closed to through traffic during the 5 mile road and trail rides with a “Celebration Station” at the turnaround near Dugway Road.  Also post-ride face painting\, a great meal\, brews (for adults)\, ice cream\, ambience\, camaraderie\, and more.  Online re
URL:https://vmba.org/event/8th-annual-richards-ride-powered-by-vbt/
LOCATION:Cochran’s Ski Area\, Richmond\, VT
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T081953
CREATED:20230323T162910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T162102Z
UID:45689-1684659600-1684666800@vmba.org
SUMMARY:UVMBA Group Ride
DESCRIPTION:Trailforks Rideplan: https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/392764/ \nWe’ll start from the Naturewalk trailhead and make our way up to the lake via Burnt Pathway. We will then loop around the lake and return to Naturewalk via Craft Climb. \nWhile there is some classic B-Lot chunk (Hardwoods\, White Dot\, Craft)\, the majority of the ride should be relatively smooth. There are no mandatory features on this ride\, but there will be opportunities to checkout some rollers on White Dot and Minor Threat. \nOverall\, I’d rate this ride as intermediate.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/uvmba-group-ride/
LOCATION:Landmark/Boston-Lot Naturewalk Trailhead\, 287 Mascoma St\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T193000
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CREATED:20230512T180623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T180623Z
UID:49761-1684863000-1684870200@vmba.org
SUMMARY:Women's Ride at Saxon Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Fellowship of the Wheel for a Women’s Ride at Saxon Hill — save the date! \nSaxon is one of our networks with the most varied terrain and women riders of every ability are encouraged to join. As with all our Women’s Rides\, this ride will feature breakout groups of all abilities followed by post-ride snacks. If you have access to lights and would like to lengthen your ride time\, we encourage you to bring a set for a longer ride past sunset!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/womens-ride-at-saxon-hill/
LOCATION:Saxon Hill
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
ORGANIZER;CN="Fellowship Of the Wheel":MAILTO:info@fotwheel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T140000
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SUMMARY:Rail Trail Celebration Ride: Connecting our Communities
DESCRIPTION:Rail Trail Celebration Ride: Connecting our Communities- Registration at St. Albans Recreation \nThe Rail Trail Celebration ride is between Cambridge Junction and St. Albans City on the newly built LVRT-Lamoille Valley Rail Trail connected to the MVRT (Missisquoi Valley Rial Trail) .\nThis 30 mile ride is bi-directional and will offer two “waypoints” East Fairfield and Sheldon Junction (Bourbeau Brothers) where parking and facilities are available\, as well as pickup for rider and bike by our shuttles (see schedule).\nParticipants are encouraged to self-park at the Trailheads in Cambridge Junction or Taylor Park downtown St. Albans or at the Waypoints. We are encouraging riders to plan their ride (see the LVRT & MVRT Websites) Riders can start at different times and locations. St. Albans will have a designated sidewalk route with signage and barriers from the MVRT Trailhead to Taylor Park in Downtown St. Albans. \nEvent Registration is free. When you register -AND PARTICIPATE IN A PORTION OF THE RIDE – you will be entered into a raffle for a $2\,000 bike of your choice at Bootlegger Bikes courtesy of Haddad Subaru in St. Albans. Registration deadline to be considered for the raffle is end of business May 25\, 2023. Participants must be 16+ years old to be eligible for the raffle\, but all ages can participate in the ride. The Raffle winner will be announced at 11:45am at the Trailhead ceremony at both ends.\nShuttles pick ups are based on advance signup. A $10 all day fee is requested to cover shuttle costs. Payment can be made when you register for a shuttle service below.\nA severe weather “rain” date is set for May 28.\nWeather announcements will be available on the fcmtbc.com (Franklin Co. Mountain Bike Club) website\nSt. Albans Recreation Department is happy to help promote this great community event\, however for questions please contact Andy Crossman at 802-582-6236\n*When registering\, click all the way through to “pay on line” screen even though no payment is needed for the ride to confirm your registration. \nFor information on e-bike rentals\, bikes and services contact: \nBootlegger Bikes (Jeffersonville & St. Albans) 802-782-8747  info@bootleggers.com\nLamoillevalleybiketours.com 802-730-0161 (Johnson\, VT) Shuttle Operating for Event.\n\n  \nRail Trail Rules & Information \nVermont state-owned rail trails are a public resource. Keeping each other safe is everyone’s responsibility. Good rules of thumb include yielding to the slowest user and yielding to livestock and other animals. Trail users should respect all landowners and private property along the trail. Respect for the adjacent landowners includes accessing the trail only from these designated access points and not along private driveways\, farm crossings\, or other trail crossings that do not otherwise connect to public facilities.\nFor safety and maintenance reasons\, only non-motorized uses are permitted with the exception of snowmobiles\, motorized wheelchairs\, and maintenance vehicles. Motorbikes\, ATV’s and ORV’s are not permitted on the trail. Vermont law prohibits the operation of snowmobiles on streets and highways. E-bikes are permitted. Horses are permitted on the Trail but must travel near the shoulder whenever possible. Horse and pet owners should remove animal waste from the trail surface. Pet owners must have control of their animals at all times. \nUse caution at road crossings. Bicycles are considered vehicles by Vermont law and must follow traffic laws. Ride in a safe and controlled manner. You are ultimately responsible for operating your bicycle under all conditions.\nDuring typical summer use\, bicyclists should yield to runners\, hikers\, and walkers. All users should yield to equestrians and should announce presence when approaching. Heed the advice of equestrians when approaching or passing a horse to limit possibility of spooking the horse. Similar to summer\, in winter bicyclists should yield to users on foot\, including snowshoers. Pedestrians and snowshoers should yield to those utilizing the groomed trails that may have more difficulty stepping off trail to allow others to pass. This includes skiers yielding to dog sleds yielding to snowmobiles. All uses should operate at a reasonable speed and should slow down when engaging in passing maneuvers\, especially when passing other use types. \n\n\nImportant Info: \n\n\nALL RIDE PARTICIPANTS MUST BE INDIVIDUALLY REGISTERED.\nTHOSE WISHING TO CATCH A SHUTTLE MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE AND PAY THE $10 FEE ONLINE. ONE PERSON MAY REGISTER FOR SEVERAL PEOPLE\, BUT ALL THOSE RIDING MUST PAY THE $10 FEE. THE SHUTTLE RIDE INCLUDES BIKE TRAILER PORTAGE. EACH SHUTTLE IS LIMITED TO 14 PEOPLE\n\n\n 
URL:https://vmba.org/event/rail-trail-celebration-ride-connecting-our-communities/
LOCATION:Bootlegger Bikes St. Albans\, 82 N. Main St.\, St. Albans\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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