Thursday, May 1st, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Westside Location - 231 Junction Rd., Madison, WI
Join experienced backpacker and Scout trip leader Steve Dewitt for a presentation on backpacking in Glacier National Park. He will share his experiences and photos as well as cover some of the logistics of planning and organizing a trip. Novice and experienced backpackers alike will benefit from Steve’s wealth of knowledge.
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CINCO DE FIDO - Dog Jog supporting Dane County Humane SocietyMonday, May 5th, 2014 at 5:30 pm
Brittingham Park, 401 S. Brittingham Pl, Madison, WI
1 Mile or 5K Walk/Run + a Fiesta!
$30 Adult/$20 Child (12 yrs & under) - $10 of each registration will go to the DCHS. Come out and support your Dane County Humane Society by joining in this Dog Jog Fiesta! Bring your Fido (or don’t, we’ll leave that up to you) and join us for a run/walk in beautiful downtown Madison. Your registration includes a sombrero (instead of a race bib – you or Fido can wear it), a Tex Tubb’s Taco or nacho bar (they’re still deciding what to serve), 1 beer or soda, and some festive music. Cinco de Fido is all about having a great time while engaging in some exercise with other animal lovers and raising funds for a very important organization. Pre-registration is required. To purchase your event tickets, please click here.
Wednesday, May 7th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Downtown Location - 216 N. Henry St., Madison, WI
Backpacker and Eagle Scout, Todd McMahon (aka Tman) discusses the ultra-light backpacking equipment options that he uses on his weekend and weeklong backpacking trips. The equipment includes backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, cooking kits, clothes, first aid kits and more. Google “I Saw Tman” to learn more.
INTRO TO NORDIC WALKING
Tuesday, May 13th, 2014 at 10:00 am
Westside Location - 231 Junction Rd., Madison, WI
Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, as she shows you how to turn your walk into a total-body workout. Enjoy a nice walk outside while learning about the physical and mental benefits of Nordic walking. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
KAYAK DEMO
Tuesday, May 13th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Brittingham Park, 701 W. Brittingham Place, Madison
Come and try before you buy! Test different kayaks to make sure you get the perfect one for you. Pre-registration required. $20 cost that can be put toward the purchase of a boat. Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
NORDIC WALKABOUT
Thursday, May 15th, 2014 at 9:00 am
Pheasant Branch Conservancy – Meet at County Lot (3rd parking lot on right coming from Century Ave.) on Pheasant Branch Rd., Middleton
Now that you’ve taken the Nordic Walking Intro Course, let’s meet for a real Nordic walk! Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, for a total-body workout and enjoy a nice Nordic walk outside. Get any questions you may still have about Nordic Walking answered. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking on gravel. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided if needed. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
INTRO TO NORDIC WALKING
Monday, May 19th, 2014 at 10:00 am
Downtown Location - 216 N. Henry St., Madison, WIJoin Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, as she shows you how to turn your walk into a total-body workout. Enjoy a nice walk outside while learning about the physical and mental benefits of Nordic walking. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
NORDIC WALKABOUT
Wednesday, May 21st, 2014 at 9:00 am
Token Creek County Park, Deforest, WI - Use 6200 Highway 51 entrance. Meet at the first shelter (on right).
Now that you’ve taken the Nordic Walking Intro Course, let’s meet for a real Nordic walk! Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, for a total-body workout and enjoy a nice Nordic walk outside. Get any questions you may still have about Nordic Walking answered. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking on gravel. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided if needed. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
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HEADLAMP HUSTLE benefitting Ice Age Trail Alliance
Friday, May 23rd, 2014 at 7:30 pm
Table Bluff Segment of the Ice Age Trail, Cross Plains, WI
5K or 10K Run / Walk
$45 individual or $40 per person for teams of 4 or more - $10 of each registration will go to the IATA Come out and support the Ice Age Trail Alliance by joining in our Headlamp Hustle! Join us for the cool experience of running or walking with headlamps on the Table Bluff Segment of the Ice Age Trail in Cross Plains. Your registration includes a Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp (19.99 value), race bib, timing, 1 Lake Louie beer and trail snacks. Weather Permitting there will be a bonfire and live music going after the event. Food and additional beer will be available for purchase or with a suggested donation with all proceeds going to the IATA. The Headlamp Hustle is all about having a great time and getting some exercise with other outdoor enthusiasts and raising funds for a very important organization. Pre-registration is required. To purchase your event tickets, please click here.
BOOT FITTING 101
Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Westside Location - 231 Junction Rd., Madison, WI
Join us as we teach you how to properly choose and fit your hiking boots. Finding the right pair of hiking boots can make all the difference in enjoying your next adventure. We’ll also give tips on accessories that make your feet more comfortable. Your feet will thank you for attending.
KAYAKING 101 COURSE
Wednesday, May 28th, 2014 at 5:00 pm
Marshall Park, 2101 Allen Boulevard, Middleton
Join us for a 45 minute class that will cover all the basics you need to get out and enjoy the beautiful waters in Madison and beyond. Participants will learn basic paddle strokes, launch techniques, and important safety tips. Expect 15-20 minutes on land and the rest of the class will be on the water. Pre-registration required. $30 cost (includes boat). Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
KAYAK DEMO
Wednesday, May 28th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Marshall Park, 2101 Allen Boulevard, Middleton
Come and try before you buy! Test different kayaks to make sure you get the perfect one for you. Pre-registration required. $20 cost that can be put toward the purchase of a boat. Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
2014 DANE COUNTY ICE AGE TRAIL HIKE-A-THON
Saturday, May 31st, 2014 at 8:00 am
Ice Age Trail parking lot on County PD
Join us in support of National Trails Day, for this hiking adventure to see some of the best Ice Age Trail in the southern part of the state, and to raise some much needed funds for the Ice Age Trail Alliance. The hike will traverse 21 miles through southern Dane County, at a modest pace, and will be supported with water breaks, porta-potties, and lunch. The event fee of $50 includes a 1 year IATA membership (for the hiker or to “give” to a friend), t-shirt (first 80 registrants), trail snacks, and lunch. Plus some great exercise and a chance to meet other outdoor enthusiasts! This will be an all-day hike, starting at the Brooklyn State Wildlife Area, going north through Montrose, and along the Badger State Trail to Verona where we will have a lunch break. We’ll continue to the Prairie Moraine County Park, through Verona along the Badger Mill Creek, and lastly to Badger Prairie Park where the hike will end at the original meeting place along PD at about 4:30 pm. Shorter hike options are available for the same event fee. Half day participants can elect to stop at lunch time. Or “Teams” of up to 4 people can participate and divide up the distance. Please notify us on the registration form if you plan to hike as a Team or stop at lunch so we can arrange transportation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO or visit http://dane.iceagetrail.org/hike-a-thon to get signed up.
Visit Fontana Sports Events page: http://www.fontanasports.com/misc_content/events
Downtown Location - 216 N. Henry St., Madison, WI
Backpacker and Eagle Scout, Todd McMahon (aka Tman) discusses the ultra-light backpacking equipment options that he uses on his weekend and weeklong backpacking trips. The equipment includes backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, cooking kits, clothes, first aid kits and more. Google “I Saw Tman” to learn more.
INTRO TO NORDIC WALKING
Tuesday, May 13th, 2014 at 10:00 am
Westside Location - 231 Junction Rd., Madison, WI
Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, as she shows you how to turn your walk into a total-body workout. Enjoy a nice walk outside while learning about the physical and mental benefits of Nordic walking. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
KAYAK DEMO
Tuesday, May 13th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Brittingham Park, 701 W. Brittingham Place, Madison
Come and try before you buy! Test different kayaks to make sure you get the perfect one for you. Pre-registration required. $20 cost that can be put toward the purchase of a boat. Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
NORDIC WALKABOUT
Thursday, May 15th, 2014 at 9:00 am
Pheasant Branch Conservancy – Meet at County Lot (3rd parking lot on right coming from Century Ave.) on Pheasant Branch Rd., Middleton
Now that you’ve taken the Nordic Walking Intro Course, let’s meet for a real Nordic walk! Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, for a total-body workout and enjoy a nice Nordic walk outside. Get any questions you may still have about Nordic Walking answered. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking on gravel. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided if needed. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
INTRO TO NORDIC WALKING
Monday, May 19th, 2014 at 10:00 am
Downtown Location - 216 N. Henry St., Madison, WIJoin Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, as she shows you how to turn your walk into a total-body workout. Enjoy a nice walk outside while learning about the physical and mental benefits of Nordic walking. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
NORDIC WALKABOUT
Wednesday, May 21st, 2014 at 9:00 am
Token Creek County Park, Deforest, WI - Use 6200 Highway 51 entrance. Meet at the first shelter (on right).
Now that you’ve taken the Nordic Walking Intro Course, let’s meet for a real Nordic walk! Join Judith Hutchinson, trained Leki Instructor, for a total-body workout and enjoy a nice Nordic walk outside. Get any questions you may still have about Nordic Walking answered. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for walking on gravel. Leki Nordic Walking poles will be provided if needed. Space is limited. Contact Elizabeth at 608.662.9706 to reserve your space. This is a free event.
HEADLAMP HUSTLE benefitting Ice Age Trail AllianceFriday, May 23rd, 2014 at 7:30 pm
Table Bluff Segment of the Ice Age Trail, Cross Plains, WI
5K or 10K Run / Walk
$45 individual or $40 per person for teams of 4 or more - $10 of each registration will go to the IATA Come out and support the Ice Age Trail Alliance by joining in our Headlamp Hustle! Join us for the cool experience of running or walking with headlamps on the Table Bluff Segment of the Ice Age Trail in Cross Plains. Your registration includes a Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp (19.99 value), race bib, timing, 1 Lake Louie beer and trail snacks. Weather Permitting there will be a bonfire and live music going after the event. Food and additional beer will be available for purchase or with a suggested donation with all proceeds going to the IATA. The Headlamp Hustle is all about having a great time and getting some exercise with other outdoor enthusiasts and raising funds for a very important organization. Pre-registration is required. To purchase your event tickets, please click here.
BOOT FITTING 101
Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Westside Location - 231 Junction Rd., Madison, WI
Join us as we teach you how to properly choose and fit your hiking boots. Finding the right pair of hiking boots can make all the difference in enjoying your next adventure. We’ll also give tips on accessories that make your feet more comfortable. Your feet will thank you for attending.
KAYAKING 101 COURSE
Wednesday, May 28th, 2014 at 5:00 pm
Marshall Park, 2101 Allen Boulevard, Middleton
Join us for a 45 minute class that will cover all the basics you need to get out and enjoy the beautiful waters in Madison and beyond. Participants will learn basic paddle strokes, launch techniques, and important safety tips. Expect 15-20 minutes on land and the rest of the class will be on the water. Pre-registration required. $30 cost (includes boat). Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
KAYAK DEMO
Wednesday, May 28th, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Marshall Park, 2101 Allen Boulevard, Middleton
Come and try before you buy! Test different kayaks to make sure you get the perfect one for you. Pre-registration required. $20 cost that can be put toward the purchase of a boat. Contact Crystal at 608.662.9711 to reserve your space.
2014 DANE COUNTY ICE AGE TRAIL HIKE-A-THON
Saturday, May 31st, 2014 at 8:00 am
Ice Age Trail parking lot on County PD
Join us in support of National Trails Day, for this hiking adventure to see some of the best Ice Age Trail in the southern part of the state, and to raise some much needed funds for the Ice Age Trail Alliance. The hike will traverse 21 miles through southern Dane County, at a modest pace, and will be supported with water breaks, porta-potties, and lunch. The event fee of $50 includes a 1 year IATA membership (for the hiker or to “give” to a friend), t-shirt (first 80 registrants), trail snacks, and lunch. Plus some great exercise and a chance to meet other outdoor enthusiasts! This will be an all-day hike, starting at the Brooklyn State Wildlife Area, going north through Montrose, and along the Badger State Trail to Verona where we will have a lunch break. We’ll continue to the Prairie Moraine County Park, through Verona along the Badger Mill Creek, and lastly to Badger Prairie Park where the hike will end at the original meeting place along PD at about 4:30 pm. Shorter hike options are available for the same event fee. Half day participants can elect to stop at lunch time. Or “Teams” of up to 4 people can participate and divide up the distance. Please notify us on the registration form if you plan to hike as a Team or stop at lunch so we can arrange transportation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO or visit http://dane.iceagetrail.org/hike-a-thon to get signed up.
Visit Fontana Sports Events page: http://www.fontanasports.com/misc_content/events
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