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SUMMARY:Spring Sprockets & Walk-Its for HPC (Plus our 25th Anniversary)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 4th marks our 3rd annual Spring Sprockets & Walk-Its outdoor fundraiser\, AND 25 Years serving the people and communities of Rutland County!\nWe’re stoked to celebrate Spring and this milestone with you at Pine Hill Park! This year’s generous sponsors allow us to offer big discounts on registration fees.\n    🐥 Earlier Birds (Now through April 25th): Adults $10 / Youth $5 / Kids $2\n \n    🍗 Later Birds (April 26th through day of event): Adults $15 / Youth $7 / Kids $3 \nRegister Here\nAbout Spring Sprockets\n\nWhat is Spring Sprockets & Walk-Its?\n\nIt’s a scavenger hunt scramble event for bikers and walkers of all ages and levels in Pine Hill Park. The family-friendly event runs from 10am to 1pm and benefits the Homeless Prevention Center. This year (our third) we’ll have music\, snacks\, prizes\, a bike repair clinic\, and plenty of other surprises! \nSo\, what IS the scavenger hunt scramble exactly?\nBikers head up onto the rad network of mountain bike trails at Pine Hill Park\, while walkers and joggers explore the walking loops and activities on the adjacent Giorgetti trails. Along both routes are buckets and pails for participants to put their chips in. (You get chips at the registration table). Everyone meets back up at the Giorgetti parking lot where those chips are drawn at random for prizes! \nBut I Loooove walking and riding\, can I do more?\nYou bet! Before and after prizes\, folks will be riding and walking the trails just for the fun of it! Bring friends to ride with or make new ones there. And… \n…Stay for the Double Feature!\nThis year\, our fantastic partners at Come Alive Outside are hosting their Jedi Trails event in the afternoon at the same location. Spring Sprockets from 10-1 / Jedi Trails from 1 to 3:30. Come and make a day of it with HPC and Come Alive Outside at Pine Hill Park! \n  \n \n  \n\nAbout The Homeless Prevention Center\nFor 25 years\, the Homeless Prevention Center has worked with families and individuals in crisis to secure and retain housing in Rutland County. Last year we assisted 593 Vermonters\, a 24% increase over 2022. Our services remain free to participants and are supported by grants and private donations. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization\, all donations are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Please consider donating today to help even more Vermonters find home in 2024! \nOur Vision: To eliminate hopelessness and homelessness within our community. \n  \nThank you to our Amazing Sprockets Sponsors!\n \n  \n \n  \n\n  \n\n  \n \n  \n\n  \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n🏆 Handlebar Sponsor: Engineering Services of Vermont\n🏆 Ruby Slipper Sponsor: Giancola Real Estate\n🏆 Yellow Brick Road Sponsor: Key Honda of Rutland\n🏆 Trail Master Sponsor: Rutland Regional Medical Center\n🏆 Gear Shifter Sponsors: Comunity Care Network\n🏆 Spokesperson Sponsors:\n\nAlpine Bike Works\nVermont Bedrooms\n\n🏆 Pedaler Sponsors:\n\nGoodro Lumber\nInstallation Station\nJay Kullman\nOliver Subaru of Rutland\nStewart’s Shops\nVELCO
URL:https://vmba.org/event/spring-sprockets-walk-its-for-hpc-plus-our-25th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Pine Hill Park\, Rutland\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Outing,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T080000
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SUMMARY:WATA Gravel Grinder - 15th annual!
DESCRIPTION:WATA cannot wait to welcome you all back to our largest and most important fundraiser of the year! It’s always a blast and this year is going to be the best ever. All proceeds from the event directly support trail building\, maintenance\, and land stewardship in the Waterbury Area–Perry Hill & Little River State Park. They also help fund our long-range plans to link WATA trails to other local trail systems. So\, come on out for a great day of riding and support the trails while you’re doing it! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Route Signage: Riders this year will be expected to be more self-sufficient with route following than in previous years! A handlebar-mounted GPS or cell phone synced with your respective route is HIGHLY encouraged. This will help with some of the more confusing turns or where vandalism of route signs has occurred in the past. We will mark certain major intersections and have queue sheets to help with turn by turn directions/mileage if a GPS or cell phone isn’t an option for you. Also\, our guide for any marked arrows is to only follow those arrows on the RIGHT side of the road (no pun intended). \nRoute Links (Options to cover most devices…) \nTraditional Grind MapMyRide Route (Link) \nTraditional Grind Garmin Route (Link) \nTraditional Grind GPX File (Link) \nBig Grind MapMyRide Route (Link) \nBig Grind Garmin Route (Link) \nBig Grind GPX File (Link) \nNEW THIS YEAR – Location: The 15th Annual Gravel Grinder will be held at a NEW LOCATION – Waterbury Village Historic District’s Rusty Parker Memorial Park! More green space\, more gazebos\, and more fun. Routes remain largely unchanged and the detailed route maps will be available here by April 24\, 2023. \nStart Times: Big Grind Start – 8:30AM | Traditional Grind Start – 9:00AM | Traditional Run Start – Any time preferred (posted or earlier). There will be a cut-off for riders to begin the Big Grind from HQ along with a “last call” for food & drinks which all riders must be back by to guarantee those items. \nOnline registration: Includes a limited edition 2023 Gravel Grinder t-shirt\, aid stations\, and food and beverage tickets after the event. Register by May 1 to receive a t-shirt on the day of the event. \n*We will be featuring the “Self-Guided Grind” ride again this year for anyone who might not be able to make the event or aren’t into big group events.  We’ll map out the route for you and have a shirt waiting for local pick-up and you can complete the ride any time you’d like. \nRoutes \nThe Traditional Grinder: This route will be 28 miles with about 2800′ of climbing and lots of dirt winding through the hills of Waterbury.  The route will be the classic to keep nostalgia high. \nThe Big Grind: A 47 mile route with 4900′ of climbing and gravelly goodness. Really want to test your early season legs? Stoked on the Traditional Grinder but want to see if you can push it a little farther? This one’s for you. \nRefreshments \nPre-ride breakfast: STAY TUNED – some of your favorite amazing local shops will help get you fueled for the ride. \nOn the ride: We’re still kitting out the mid-ride aid stations\, but we will make sure you are fueled for miles ahead. \nPost-ride refuel: After the ride\, we will be serving up a tasty and satisfying meal in partnership with some of the best local restaurants this side of the Mississippi. They’ve taken great care of us in the past and we’re stoked they’re back this year.  Beverages will be provided by the Vermont Beer Shepherd. \nThis event obvsiously would not be possible without the many generous sponsors who are donating things to help keep our bellies full\, keep us hydrated or rehydrate us\, last minute mechanical help\, or even just unlimited stoke for the season upon us. WE ALL THANK YOU! \nBig Tree Brewing & The Rez\nBlackback\nVT Beer Shepherd\nBike Express\nWaterbury Sports\nStone’s Throw pizza\nPaprika Catering\nZen Barn\nRed Hen Bakery\nCabot Cheese\nFactotum\nVMBA\nLimbic Studio\nBlackcap Waterbury\nKC Bagel\nMcKenzie Country Classics\nTown of Waterbury \nYour registration gets you a delicious meal and 2 drink tickets. \nWeather: We ride rain or shine – it’s a gravel grinder after all!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/wata-gravel-grinder-15th-annual/
LOCATION:Waterbury\, VT\, 05676
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Outing,Group Rides / Races
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SUMMARY:The Boot Pro Ski & Bike Free Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second annual FREE Bike Demo Day at Pine Hill Park\, Rutland\, VT on Saturday\, May 11th. Bring the family & explore the trails at Pine Hill Park on our bikes. We’ll set you up on a full suspension E Bike or traditional mt bike and show you our favorite trails. Come out to ride with The Boot Pros and learn more about the bikes available for purchase or rental at our shop in Ludlow! \nGroup guided rides will leave our tent on 30 – 45 minute intervals.  Registration on site.  First come\, first served.  See you there!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/the-boot-pro-ski-bike-free-demo-day/
LOCATION:Pine Hill Park\, Rutland\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T140000
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SUMMARY:Pride Ride with FOTW
DESCRIPTION:Join Pride Rides VT and FOTW for a group ride that is welcoming\, inclusive\, and fun Saturday May 25th at 10 am! \nEmail prideridesvt@gmail.com with questions or to borrow a bike for the event!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/pride-ride-with-fotw/
LOCATION:Saxon Hill
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T200000
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SUMMARY:Group Ride at Cady Hill- MAMBA
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URL:https://vmba.org/event/group-ride-at-cady-hill-mamba/
LOCATION:Cady Hill\, Mountain Road\, Stowe\, Vermont
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
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SUMMARY:Annual Richard's Ride - Powered by VBT
DESCRIPTION:Richard’s Ride brings the entire RTF community together to celebrate Richard’s life as well as his enthusiasm for cycling and all that it adds to our lives. Richard’s Ride has something for everyone: from short family rides\, to mountain bike trail rides\, to road rides from 15 to 70 miles. \nThe first annual Richard’s Ride was held in May 2016 starting at Cochran’s Ski Area in Richmond Vermont and has quickly become a spring tradition. The ride celebrates Richard Tom’s life and brings together old friends and new friends for smiles\, camaraderie\, and cycling. \nRichard’s Ride is the primary fundraiser for RTF for the year to advance the causes that Richard Tom cared about: cycling safety\, getting kids on bikes\, and supporting young riders. Read more about the programs that Richard’s Ride supports here. \nRichard’s Ride has something for everyone: From short family rides\, to mountain bike trail rides\, to road rides from 15 to 70 miles. Read more about each ride below! \nMTB Ride Details (Please make sure to register): \nCome join Richard Tom Foundation ride leaders for your choice of an intermediate\, advanced and “kids” group ride on the Cochrans and Town of Richmond Bike trails! \n\nThe intermediate ride will focus on Cochran’s classic flow trails like Skully’s and Wiley’s way\, along with some classics like the Ravine trail. We’ll stop and smell the spring flowers on the climbs and enjoy the great downhills!\nThe advanced ride will go up to the very top of the network and along the ridge. Expect steep climbs and descents\, beautiful views\, and some unexpected twists and turns!\n\n\nWe will also be leading a beginner kids MTB loop\, which will include a super fun and short trial like\, Rock n Roll and depending on trial conditions scooting over to the River Trail.  (TBD) This ride we would be led by two designated adults\, and or parents that would like to join.\n\nMost years we find amazing conditions\, but all routes will be subject to weather and trail conditions. We’ll aim to ride the trails that are in the best shape for the most fun. \nBasically come enjoy some spring MTB action with RTF\, and bike as little or as much as you want! When your done shredding some dirt\, ride back to the Cochran’s base lodge where food and beverage will be waiting\, thanks to our friends at Dakin Farms\, Stone Corral Brewery and SugarSnap Catering. \nBike Reg: https://www.bikereg.com/rtfoundation
URL:https://vmba.org/event/annual-richards-ride-powered-by-vbt/
LOCATION:Cochran’s Ski Area\, Richmond\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Outing,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T170000
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SUMMARY:Catamount Spring Scrimmage and Group Ride Day  (VTYC)
DESCRIPTION:Please check VTYC’s website for more info.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/catamount-spring-scrimmage-and-group-ride-day-vtyc/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Center\, Williston\, VT
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T150000
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CREATED:20240403T165036Z
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SUMMARY:VMBA Days Kick Off - Ranch Camp
DESCRIPTION:VMBA is excited to kick off the new season of VMBA Days\, presented by Fiddlehead! We’re debuting a bunch of new things to the series for its 4th season. We are super appreciative of our presenting sponsor Fiddlehead and can’t wait to see all the fun and tastiness they bring to our event series. We can’t wait to get this season started with some laps at Cady Hill and end our day at Ranch Camp! \nWe will be hosting two different MTB rides on May 19th. The first ride will be an intermediate ride through some of Cady Hills’ iconic trails\, like Florence. We will take our time to enjoy the trails and not just hammer past things. Then we will be hosting a Ranch Camp Party ride. This ride will have a faster pace and set out on a mission to hit an iconic pit stop before coming back to Ranch Camp for the after-party. Both rides will gauge everyone’s abilities and come up with the best route and plan. Make sure to book your spot on Eventbrite. \nWhile our event is going on\, the ranger will be doing a gravel ride throughout Stowe. The plan is for us all to get back to Ranch Camp around 2/2:30 p.m. for an After-Party hosted by Fiddlehead. Special for this event is that we will have Mastermind on tap. We will also be doing a day of raffles from our VMBA Days Partners. Both proceeds from Mastermind sales and the raffle will go directly to Vermont Youth Cycling\, VTYC! If didn’t snag a ride spot in time\, come down for the After Party\, anyone can join and help us raise money for VTYC. \nStay tuned for more details about each stop of the VMBA Days this season\, but see below for our full 2024 schedule.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/vmba-days-kick-off-ranch-camp/
LOCATION:Ranch Camp\, 311 Mtn Road\, Stowe\, VT\, 05672
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T193000
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SUMMARY:Fellowship of the Wheel Enduro at Catamount
DESCRIPTION:Join Fellowship of the Wheel at Catamount Outdoor Family Center for a round of fun and casual racing! This Enduro-style event is meant to be a friendly and supportive atmosphere to encourage new riders and experienced riders alike to come outside and play. The open class event allows you to go at your own pace and will feature 2 timed stages. Prizes and schwag will be tossed out for the most spirited and fun-having competitors\, so whether you come through the finish line with a sigh of relief for completing your first-ever enduro or mashing the pedals to improve your times\, we have tokens of our appreciation for your participation! \nThis is the first event of a 5 race series. Catamount is a new venue and the perfect season opener with terrain well-suited for first-time racers and experienced racers. Stage 1 will utilize trails Bear Trap\, Look Out\, and Slalom. Stage 2 will utilize trails Coyote Turnpike\, Look Out\, and Three Rivers. Join us and let the good times roll. \nFellowship or Catamount Members entry fee of $18. \nNon-Members entry fee of $23 \nON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE! Riders can register starting at 4:30 PM and end by 6:15 PM. Racing will begin at 5:30 PM and end by 7:30 PM \nParking is first come first serve in the main lot and available along one side of Governor Chittenden Rd. \nRefunds will be available if the event is postponed or canceled due to weather. \nAll proceeds from tickets go directly towards supporting your trails! \nFellowship of the Wheel is a non-profit that advocates for mountain biking and maintains 100+ miles of public multi-use trails in Chittenden County\, Vermont. We work with private and municipal landowners to create responsibly built\, sustainable trails for the greater community to enjoy their surrounding environment through recreation. \nReach out to info@fotwheel.org with questions.
URL:https://vmba.org/event/fellowship-of-the-wheel-enduro-at-catamount/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Center\, Williston\, VT
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
ORGANIZER;CN="Fellowship Of the Wheel":MAILTO:info@fotwheel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T193000
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SUMMARY:Birds\, Trails\, and Forestry Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:You know and love Cady Hill Forest for its trails\, but have you ever considered what other aspects of the forest are important? Join us on Thursday\, May 23rd from 5:30pm -7:30pm for a guided group mountain bike ride through Cady Hill to learn about the birds and changing habitats within the forest. Audubon Vermont‘s Steve Hagenbuch will be our fearless leader\, co-hosted with the Vermont Woodlands Association. We’ll talk about what makes a healthy bird habitat\, sustainable forestry practices\, and how the two intersect with the recreational use of the land and forest. Meet us at the Ranch Camp parking lot off Mountain Road at 5:30pm for this two-hour ride. We’ll see you there!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/birds-trails-and-forestry-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Cady Hill\, Mountain Road\, Stowe\, Vermont
CATEGORIES:Group Outing,Group Rides / Races
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T181708
CREATED:20240418T143812Z
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SUMMARY:FOTW Women's Ride at Saxon Hill
DESCRIPTION:FOTW are hosting a Women’s Group Ride at Saxon Hill on Thursday May 23rd at 5:30 PM! \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. Come join us! \n  \nReserve a Spot
URL:https://vmba.org/event/fotw-womens-ride-at-saxon-hill/
LOCATION:Saxon Hill
CATEGORIES:Festivals/Parties,Group Rides / Races
ORGANIZER;CN="Fellowship Of the Wheel":MAILTO:info@fotwheel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T181708
CREATED:20240521T190437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T190437Z
UID:109086-1716917400-1716928200@vmba.org
SUMMARY:RMT Womens/Gender Expansive Group Ride
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 28\, 2024 at 5:30 PM \nJoin us at The Driving Range in Bolton\, VT for our first ladies/gender-expansive group ride. This welcoming and inclusive ride will break into smaller groups based on skill level\, interests\, and pace. While this is a no-drop ride\, the Driving Range is largely intermediate and advanced terrain. See you there! \nMeet at The Driving Range Parking area at 5:30\, \nready to roll out at 5:45. \nApres ride gathering location TBD! \nPlease register so we can plan group leaders and notify you of any last-minute changes. \nThis monthly ride series will continue on Tuesday’s through the season – please check our events page for details on each upcoming ride!
URL:https://vmba.org/event/rmt-womens-gender-expansive-group-ride/
LOCATION:The Drive Range\, 1316 Theodore Roosevelt Highway\, Bolton\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Rides / Races
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