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Vermont Outdoor Recreation and Sports Events Calendar
If you are looking for something to do in Vermont that can get you outdoors, look no further. We include event information on everything outdoors including races, fundraisers, derbies, trade shows, festivals and more.
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June 4, 2021, 11th Annual Bow Fishing Tournament
Team Division (up to 4 people/one boat, 5 biggest carp) and Big Fish Pot Individual Division (heaviest carp) Fee: $80/ Big Fish Pot $20. Weigh-in at Pelkey's Archery, Sunday June 6. https://www.facebook.com/pelkeysarchery/photos/a.620493444655699/4102868393084836 Register At: register@pelkeysarchery.com
June 4, 2021, Run The North 5K Series
5-week run/walk series - “Run The North”! The series will include a timed, marked, 5k course in a different NEK town each week. The weekly 5k will take place on 5 Friday nights starting June 4, running through July 2. Towns chosen for the 2021 series include: Derby Line, Coventry, Island Pond, Derby, and Newport City. June 11-Coventry, June 18-Island Pond, June 25-Derby, July 2-Newport City https://northernborderrc.wixsite.com/nbrc/runthenorth
June 12, Vermont Bass Fishing Season Opens
https://vtfishandwildlife.com/
June 12, 2021, Vermont’s Annual Free Fishing Day
AT 12 AM EDT – 11:30 PM EDT. Anyone may fish legal waters in Vermont without a fishing license on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Tag along with your favorite angler, or take a friend out for their first fishing adventure! Enjoy the outdoors and spend time together. Catching fish is the icing on the cake. As always, kids under 15 fish free in Vermont. https://vtfishandwildlife.com/
June 12th, 2021, The Moose
The Moose offers miles and miles of wide open riding, on some of the most “car hungry” roads in Vermont. This is not a sanctioned race. As a “timed event” you must stop at all stop signs and obey traffic lights. But, hey, there are only three stop signs in the entire 103 miles of riding. As for traffic lights – nadda, niente. And yes, you must yield to oncoming traffic at your left hand turns. But what’s this, there are only two of them in all 103 miles. http://kingdomgames.co/the-moose/
June 16,2021, Free SUP Demo
Blueberry Lake Rd, Warren, VT. Free SUP Demo’s are back, 5-7pm Every Wednesday eve in June beginning June 9th at Blueberry Lake! Come experience this fun! Try before you buy, hand built and inflatable models! Great gift ideas for dads and grads! Please call 496-2708 and let us know your coming! https://www.facebook.com/events/1827209064123848/
June 16 - 20, 2021, Abenaki Heritage Weekend
This special weekend, hosted by LCMM and presented in partnership with the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association, and the Abenaki Arts & Education Center, gives visitors an Abenaki perspective on life in the Champlain Valley. Abenaki Heritage Weekend is held on the third weekend in June. This special weekend, hosted by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and presented in partnership with the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association, and Abenaki Arts & Education Center, gives visitors an Abenaki perspective on life in the Champlain Valley. Members of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe, the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk and Koasek Traditional Band of the Koas Abenaki Nation, and the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association work with Museum staff to plan and present the event, with the advice and support of the Commission. https://www.facebook.com/pg/AbenakiHeritageWeekend/about/
June 17, 2021, NEW TOUR - River Tubing Shuttle
At 10 AM EDT – 5 PM EDT. Event by Umiak Outdoor Outfitters. Our new Richmond River Tubing Shuttle tour starts on June 17th! Come spend the day on a leisurely float down the Winooski. This tour takes place on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Each day we run two tours at 10 am and 2 pm. Based on water levels and time of the season we average this tour taking between 2-3 hours. Guests will meet us at the Richmond Volunteer Green. From there we will shuttle you up the river and drop you off at the Jonesville bridge. Your shuttle driver will go over some river safety and explain the takeout points in detail. From there the rest is up to you! Enjoy the scenic float on the historic and beautiful Winooski River. https://www.umiak.com/richmond-tubing-shuttle
June 17, 2021, Von Trapp Brewing Radler Ride
AT 4 PM EDT – 8 PM EDT. Join us Thursday, June 17th for group rides and brews from our friends at von Trapp Brewing. We'll be celebrating summer and the launch of vTB's Radler Lager with Grapefruit. Meet at Sushi Yoshi at 4:00pm and join one of the two mountain bike group rides (beginner-intermediate or advanced) and take a quick spin over to Ranch Camp and the Backyard on singletrack. We'll sample some brews and snacks before returning to Yoshi on trails for a final round. The Radler Ride is free to join and includes drink and food specials at each host location. https://www.facebook.com/events/145794374162152/
June 19, 2021, Bike for the Lake
Do your part for clean water, get some great exercise, connect with friends, and experience some inspiring scenery in Vermont and New York at our annual Bike for the Lake event on June 19, 2021! This year, we are featuring a century ride, as well as loops of 80, 60, and 30 miles along the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain. A rolling start for all riders and all distances between 7:00 am and 10:00 am beginning and ending at Knight Point State Park.
https://www.friendsofnorthernlakechamplain.org/event/2021bikeforthelake/
June 19 - 21, 2021, Father's Fishing Day Derby
2021 marks the 40th anniversary of the Lake Champlain International Father's Day Fishing Derby, and the event is about so much more than catching fish. You've shared with us your successes and disappointments, your families' additions and losses. https://www.mychamplain.net/fathers-day-derby
June 26, 2021, Canoe Lessons & Abenaki River History
Davis Park, Richford, VT @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm, Thanks to a UMATR River Communities Grant, the Town of Richford will be hosting canoe lessons for up to twelve participants at 9am-12:30pm at Davis Park. Lunch will be provided. These lessons are for adults and for families. Boats, paddles and PFDs will be provided for those who do not have their own. PFDs must be worn whenever in canoes for insurance purposes. Rain date is July 10th. This event is paired with a larger afternoon event that involves the Missisquoi Abenaki band with a presentation about the river on culture and history, story-telling, drumming, artisans and more. https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/event/canoe-lessons-abenaki-river-history/
June 26 - 27, 2021, Catamount Ultra Trail Race
The race will start and finish at the beautiful Trapp Family Lodge outside of Stowe VT. The 25k course is primarily wide, hard-packed dirt trail. Rolling through highland pastures and hardwood forest, complete with maple sugar tap lines in place and ready for the spring "run", this course is not to be missed. Our course circumnavigates the incredibly well maintained and protected Trapp Family Lodge multi-use trail system at the foot of Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak. To complete the 50k race, runners will complete the 25k loop two times. https://www.facebook.com/events/448563376408525/
JUNE 26 - 27, 2021, Vermont Renaissance Faire 2021
AT 10 AM EDT – 6 PM EDT The Vermont Renaissance Faire will be held June 24th & 25th 2017 in Stowe Vermont. The Faire will include local craft vendors, numerous beer, wine, mead and cider makers from around Vermont, a dedicated kids area, musicians, dancers, fight demos, a joust and much more. Come in garb, come with your friends, come to Vermont. The Vermont Renn Faire...kid friendly...Odin https://www.vtgatherings.com/
June 26 - 27, 2021, Ditch Pickle Classic
Lake Champlain's exclusive catch-photo-release tournament for the fly rod angler. http://www.fishthepickle.com/
Team Division (up to 4 people/one boat, 5 biggest carp) and Big Fish Pot Individual Division (heaviest carp) Fee: $80/ Big Fish Pot $20. Weigh-in at Pelkey's Archery, Sunday June 6. https://www.facebook.com/pelkeysarchery/photos/a.620493444655699/4102868393084836 Register At: register@pelkeysarchery.com
June 4, 2021, Run The North 5K Series
5-week run/walk series - “Run The North”! The series will include a timed, marked, 5k course in a different NEK town each week. The weekly 5k will take place on 5 Friday nights starting June 4, running through July 2. Towns chosen for the 2021 series include: Derby Line, Coventry, Island Pond, Derby, and Newport City. June 11-Coventry, June 18-Island Pond, June 25-Derby, July 2-Newport City https://northernborderrc.wixsite.com/nbrc/runthenorth
June 12, Vermont Bass Fishing Season Opens
https://vtfishandwildlife.com/
June 12, 2021, Vermont’s Annual Free Fishing Day
AT 12 AM EDT – 11:30 PM EDT. Anyone may fish legal waters in Vermont without a fishing license on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Tag along with your favorite angler, or take a friend out for their first fishing adventure! Enjoy the outdoors and spend time together. Catching fish is the icing on the cake. As always, kids under 15 fish free in Vermont. https://vtfishandwildlife.com/
June 12th, 2021, The Moose
The Moose offers miles and miles of wide open riding, on some of the most “car hungry” roads in Vermont. This is not a sanctioned race. As a “timed event” you must stop at all stop signs and obey traffic lights. But, hey, there are only three stop signs in the entire 103 miles of riding. As for traffic lights – nadda, niente. And yes, you must yield to oncoming traffic at your left hand turns. But what’s this, there are only two of them in all 103 miles. http://kingdomgames.co/the-moose/
June 16,2021, Free SUP Demo
Blueberry Lake Rd, Warren, VT. Free SUP Demo’s are back, 5-7pm Every Wednesday eve in June beginning June 9th at Blueberry Lake! Come experience this fun! Try before you buy, hand built and inflatable models! Great gift ideas for dads and grads! Please call 496-2708 and let us know your coming! https://www.facebook.com/events/1827209064123848/
June 16 - 20, 2021, Abenaki Heritage Weekend
This special weekend, hosted by LCMM and presented in partnership with the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association, and the Abenaki Arts & Education Center, gives visitors an Abenaki perspective on life in the Champlain Valley. Abenaki Heritage Weekend is held on the third weekend in June. This special weekend, hosted by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and presented in partnership with the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association, and Abenaki Arts & Education Center, gives visitors an Abenaki perspective on life in the Champlain Valley. Members of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe, the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk and Koasek Traditional Band of the Koas Abenaki Nation, and the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association work with Museum staff to plan and present the event, with the advice and support of the Commission. https://www.facebook.com/pg/AbenakiHeritageWeekend/about/
June 17, 2021, NEW TOUR - River Tubing Shuttle
At 10 AM EDT – 5 PM EDT. Event by Umiak Outdoor Outfitters. Our new Richmond River Tubing Shuttle tour starts on June 17th! Come spend the day on a leisurely float down the Winooski. This tour takes place on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Each day we run two tours at 10 am and 2 pm. Based on water levels and time of the season we average this tour taking between 2-3 hours. Guests will meet us at the Richmond Volunteer Green. From there we will shuttle you up the river and drop you off at the Jonesville bridge. Your shuttle driver will go over some river safety and explain the takeout points in detail. From there the rest is up to you! Enjoy the scenic float on the historic and beautiful Winooski River. https://www.umiak.com/richmond-tubing-shuttle
June 17, 2021, Von Trapp Brewing Radler Ride
AT 4 PM EDT – 8 PM EDT. Join us Thursday, June 17th for group rides and brews from our friends at von Trapp Brewing. We'll be celebrating summer and the launch of vTB's Radler Lager with Grapefruit. Meet at Sushi Yoshi at 4:00pm and join one of the two mountain bike group rides (beginner-intermediate or advanced) and take a quick spin over to Ranch Camp and the Backyard on singletrack. We'll sample some brews and snacks before returning to Yoshi on trails for a final round. The Radler Ride is free to join and includes drink and food specials at each host location. https://www.facebook.com/events/145794374162152/
June 19, 2021, Bike for the Lake
Do your part for clean water, get some great exercise, connect with friends, and experience some inspiring scenery in Vermont and New York at our annual Bike for the Lake event on June 19, 2021! This year, we are featuring a century ride, as well as loops of 80, 60, and 30 miles along the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain. A rolling start for all riders and all distances between 7:00 am and 10:00 am beginning and ending at Knight Point State Park.
https://www.friendsofnorthernlakechamplain.org/event/2021bikeforthelake/
June 19 - 21, 2021, Father's Fishing Day Derby
2021 marks the 40th anniversary of the Lake Champlain International Father's Day Fishing Derby, and the event is about so much more than catching fish. You've shared with us your successes and disappointments, your families' additions and losses. https://www.mychamplain.net/fathers-day-derby
June 26, 2021, Canoe Lessons & Abenaki River History
Davis Park, Richford, VT @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm, Thanks to a UMATR River Communities Grant, the Town of Richford will be hosting canoe lessons for up to twelve participants at 9am-12:30pm at Davis Park. Lunch will be provided. These lessons are for adults and for families. Boats, paddles and PFDs will be provided for those who do not have their own. PFDs must be worn whenever in canoes for insurance purposes. Rain date is July 10th. This event is paired with a larger afternoon event that involves the Missisquoi Abenaki band with a presentation about the river on culture and history, story-telling, drumming, artisans and more. https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/event/canoe-lessons-abenaki-river-history/
June 26 - 27, 2021, Catamount Ultra Trail Race
The race will start and finish at the beautiful Trapp Family Lodge outside of Stowe VT. The 25k course is primarily wide, hard-packed dirt trail. Rolling through highland pastures and hardwood forest, complete with maple sugar tap lines in place and ready for the spring "run", this course is not to be missed. Our course circumnavigates the incredibly well maintained and protected Trapp Family Lodge multi-use trail system at the foot of Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak. To complete the 50k race, runners will complete the 25k loop two times. https://www.facebook.com/events/448563376408525/
JUNE 26 - 27, 2021, Vermont Renaissance Faire 2021
AT 10 AM EDT – 6 PM EDT The Vermont Renaissance Faire will be held June 24th & 25th 2017 in Stowe Vermont. The Faire will include local craft vendors, numerous beer, wine, mead and cider makers from around Vermont, a dedicated kids area, musicians, dancers, fight demos, a joust and much more. Come in garb, come with your friends, come to Vermont. The Vermont Renn Faire...kid friendly...Odin https://www.vtgatherings.com/
June 26 - 27, 2021, Ditch Pickle Classic
Lake Champlain's exclusive catch-photo-release tournament for the fly rod angler. http://www.fishthepickle.com/
July Events
July 3, 2021, Pond Hill Ranch Pro Rodeo
At 7:30 PM EDT. Pond Hill Pro Rodeo Company is in its 50th year of producing rodeos.
Our Rodeo's are sanctioned by a Professional Rodeo Organization. The rodeo events include Bareback Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Girls Barrel Racing, Girls Break Away Roping, and Bull Riding. For outstanding family fun plan to join us Saturday nights at 8pm. http://www.pondhillranch.com/Rodeo.html
July 3, 2021, Bay Day/The Great Race
596 Lake Rd, St Albans, VT. Bay Day starts with a Triathlon/Duathlon Canoe race. A Volleyball and Basketball tournament. Food Trucks, Live Music by Troy Millette, Dirty Looks, and Glass Onion starting at 2:00pm. Followed by the Fire Works. https://www.facebook.com/events/769043010469142/
July 4, 2021, Harry Corrow Freedom Run
Newport, VT. What better way to celebrate July 4th and our nation’s independence from the overlording Brits than a trail run along the shores and in the woods by Lake Memphremagog. We celebrate FREEDOM FROM TYRANNY- Freedom from asphalt and Freedom to choose your distance. We have expanded our options to include a 10 Mile, 10 K, 5 K and 1 mile distance so we can honestly say, there’s a run or walk for every level of runner/walker in this mix. The 10 mile and 10 K courses include 3.5 miles on the Memphremagog Trails system, The rest of the run and the shorter courses are run on the bike path. http://kingdomgames.co/harry-corrow-freedom-run/
July 9-11, 2021, Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival
This 35th annual celebration will include a children’s corner with a variety of activities (nominal fees may apply), live entertainment, delicious food and a beer and wine garden. Festival attendees are welcome to join in on the high flying fun with hot-air balloon rides priced at $300 per person – advanced reservations are required. Tethered hot-air balloon rides will be available for $10 per person on a first come first serve basis. All rides are weather permitting and at the discretion of the pilot. Information subject to change. https://www.stoweflake.com/activities_balloon_festival/
July 14 - 18, 2021, Summer Hunter Jumper Show
5491 South Rd, South Woodstock, VT. - This show has something for everyone. Hunters, Jumpers & Equitation and the favorite Team Jumper Challenge. Three rings of competition in hunters, jumpers, and equitation. https://www.gmhainc.org/event_detail/summer-hunter-jumper-show/
July 17, 2021, Goshen Gallop 2021
Runners looking for an exceptional backcountry course find it here in the Moosalmoo National Recreation Area. From a natural obstacle course to a stunning surprise view from the south end of Hogback Mountain, the Gallop’s elevation profile and rugged terrain have earned the race the nickname “the toughest 10k in New England.” Bragging rights for any serious runner that complete the satisfying and breathtaking experience. But you don’t need to be a hardcore runner to participate… the 5K is equally exhilarating, and you can still brag (just half as much). https://goshengallop.com/
July 17, 2021, Portage, Paddle & Parade – Bellows Falls
@ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - Parade around the Bellows Falls dam to highlight the need for better recreational access to the Connecticut River. https://www.ctriver.org/event/portage-paddle-parade-bellows-falls/
July 17, The Nature Museum in Grafton, VT Re-opens with a New Natural Playscape
https://www.nature-museum.org/
July 17, 2021, Raid Lamoille 2021
Craftsbury Outdoor Center - Rolling since 2012, the Raid Lamoille is now a New England gravel riding classic! We'll again offer a 50-mile route as well as a 25-miler, both will deliver the legendary Raid Lamoille elevation gain! A raid is a challenging route that includes a significant amount of packed-gravel riding and some major climbing segments. Some would call it a dirt road randonee, others a gravel grinder, we just call it a Raid. This is not a race. A properly prepared rider and bike of most any type can do this. Our guarantee – you will finish tired but feeling accomplished. http://raidlamoille.com/
July 20, 2021, Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic
AT 6 PM EDT – 7 PM EDT. Join Outdoor Gear Exchange for a clinic about the basics of taking care of your bike. In this clinic you'll learn: - How to change a tire/fix a flat. - Proper lubrication. - The best way to wash your bike. - Pre-and Post-ride inspections. - Basic maintenance schedules. The tire changing/flat repair segment is Hands-On so bring your own wheel! If you don't have one, we will provide one for you. Please wear clothes you wouldn't mind getting slightly dirty. The class is about an hour-long with a half-hour for questions. https://www.facebook.com/events/1658335831223806/
The VT Fish and Wildlife Department offers Introduction to Fishing Clinics
July 21, at Heineberg Bridge Access Area on the Winooski River in Colchester
July 22, on Otter Creek at Proctor Falls in Proctor
https://vtfishandwildlife.com/
July 24, 2021, The 10-Mile Race at Kingdom Swim
On Lake Memphremagog, Prouty Beach, 386 Prouty Beach Drive, Newport, Vermont. Swimmers who registered between Dec 2019 and April 2020 remain in the roster for the new 2021 Race Date. Do NOT re-register. The race director will reach out regarding potential changes to original registration. All Kingdom Swimmers, Yackers and Volunteers must be vaccinated in order to participate in this year’s swim. https://kingdomgames.co/2021-usms-ultra-marathon-distance-10-mile-open-water-national-championship/
July 24, 2021, River of Light
Full Moon Paddle on the Winooski River - Get your friends and family together to start planning your lighting scheme for the 4th-not-exactly-annual River of Light: Paddling by the Light of the Moon on July 24th, 2021. We will meet at the Heineberg Bridge Access (on the Colchester side of the Rt 127 bridge over the Winooski River) at 7:00 PM. Participants will leave their boats and drive their cars to the Colchester Point Fishing Access. There participants will organize self-shuttles to come back to the put in. The goal is to launch at sunset and paddle the 2.5 miles to Lake Champlain. https://winooskiriver.org/river-of-light
July 24 - 25, 2021, Mt. Sparta 24Hr Challenge
AT 12 PM. Riverside Farm, Pittsfield, VT. Peak Races introduces the MT. SPARTA 24HR CHALLENGE! Do you have what it takes to last 24 hours? Can you be king or queen of Mt. Sparta? Endure 1,200+ elevation for 24hrs with the most amount of laps and the trail will be named after you! https://www.facebook.com/events/346810046436420/
Tentatively scheduled for July 25, 2021, Native Endurance
Native Endurance offers unique endurance events for mountain purists. We believe in honoring the origins of a sport. That is why the only obstacles you will find on our courses are those provided by Mother Nature: rocks, roots, mud, snow, wind, rain, ice, and anything in between. We take great pride in the selection and mapping of our courses. When you sign up for a Native Endurance event, you're getting the opportunity to compete in one of the most beautiful and challenging venues available - Vermont's Green Mountains. http://www.nativeendurance.com/
July 31 , 2021, Moosalamoo Ultra
The 2 races will be capped at 160 total so I suggest signing up early. This also ensures you get a shirt. There will be a heavy half Marathon ( closer to 14 miles ) and a 36 mile ultra. As far as I know the course will be the same as last year. See course description with very cute graphics that my daughter Lynn created. There is no time limit but you need to plan to be done at around 12 hours as the course is not marked for night time running and it will be getting dark at 8 PM. If you plan to be on the trail past 8 PM bring a headlamp. There is a full meal after the races and we do feed crew and spectators. The races Start and End at the picturesque Blueberry Hill Inn located on the Goshen/Ripton road which is a short drive from Middlebury Vermont. https://www.moosalamooultra.com/
August Events
August 7, 2021, Shelburne Sugarworks 5K/10K Trail Run
@ 9:00 am - 11:00 am, RaceVermont.com hits the trail in the 3rd Annual Sugarworks Trail Run at Shelburne Sugarworks and Four Season Outdoor Center. Choose the 5K, or run the 10K (two loops of the 5K). The course is rolling – mostly through the sugar woods , but there is also a portion around a pond and through fields surrounded by Queen Anne’s lace. There are no huge uphill runs, but it’s not totally flat. Racers can present their bib for an ice cream cone at the finish. https://runsignup.com/Race/VT/Shelburne/SugarhouseTrailRun
August 7, 2021, Ride the Dragon For Charity
The Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival is a community dragon boat festival held on beautiful Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont. In addition to providing an opportunity for team-based fun on the waterfront, the Festival is a charity event, raising money to support cancer survivors in our local community. Dragonheart Vermont strives to strengthen and empower breast cancer survivors & supporters through the challenging sport of dragon boating instilling in its members the values of teamwork, fitness & community giving. https://dragonheartvermont.org/lake-champlain-dragon-boat-festival/
August 7, 2021, Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal
The 2021 Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal is set for Saturday, August 7th in Richford, Vermont! This family-friendly event combines 6.5 miles of paddling down a Wild and Scenic section of the Missisquoi River and 5 miles of cycling on the adjacent Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail. https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/event/missisquoi-paddle-pedal-2/
August 7 - 8, 2921, 2-Day 50-Mile CTR&D with Single Day 25’s & Pleasure Rides
5491 South Rd, South Woodstock, VT. Test your horse's conditioning over a 2-Day, 50-Mile ECTRA sanctioned competitive trail ride and drive, or do a single-day 25-mile ride. Pleasure ride options are also offered both days at varying distances to suit everyone. Catered meals, stabling, free camping. Gorgeous, well-marked trails. https://www.gmhainc.org/event_detail/2-day-50-mile-ctrd-with-single-day-25s-pleasure-rides/
August 9, 2020, August Pride Rides at Millstone Trails!
August 9th starting at 10am for August’s pride ride at Millstone Trails Association. in Barre, VT! Millstone is Kris's home mountain bike chapter and one of his favorite places to lead rides and show folks around. For this round of rides we are going to test out a new format. It is in flux, so we’ll be looking for feedback from yall about how you like it. https://www.facebook.com/events/729804664526160
August 14, 2021, Rack 'N Reel Sling Shot Tournament
AT 1 PM EDT – 4 PM EDT, Please join us at Addison County Fair and Field Days in the Butterfield Arena for our annual sling shot competition. We will have prizes and medals for the winners! Sign ups begin at 12pm and the tournament begins at 1pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/321356723047045
August 14, 2021, The Bitter Pill
6am-6pm, Craftsbury, VT. - The Bitter Pill is a summer adventure race for teams of two or three. This race features summer disciplines like hiking, biking, and time on the water – as well as requiring you to continually navigate. We are known for being able to really challenge experienced teams while providing a great race for the first-timers. If you have never done an adventure race before, this is a great way to get started. http://www.gmara.org/races/bitter/
August 21, 2021, Craftsbury Beer Run
AT 9:30 AM EDT – 3:30 PM EDT. Set off with your fellow runners at 9:30am, Saturday, August 21 and head onto the rolling trails of the Craftsbury Outdoor Center before accessing scenic dirt roads as you climb to Greensboro to reach Highland Lodge. You'll run through the fields and forests of Vermont's working landscape, through sugarbush, dairies, woodlots and more en route to the finish line at Highland Lodge. Your first beer or kombucha is on us, as is your post-race taco picnic by the Caja Madera Taco Truck. When you're adequately refueled, refreshed and ready to get your car, hop aboard a shuttle that will take you back to Craftsbury and your vehicle. https://www.craftsburybeerrun.com/
August 21, Ludlow Rotary Annual Duck Race
The ducks will be dropped into the Black River at 12 Noon from the Depot Street Bridge. Prizes for the regular winning ducks crossing the finish line at Walker Bridge. Corporate ducks also have a winning chance; the first Corporate duck to cross the finish line will have the honor of displaying the corporate duck plaque in their business for the next year. If you’d like to rent a duck, a single duck will cost $5. However you can get 5 ducks for the price of 4 if you buy the QUACK pack for $20. Corporate ducks will rent for $50 a corporate duck. https://portal.clubrunner.ca/2939
August 21, 2021, Pease Mountain Ecology and Elevation
10 AM EDT – 12 PM EDT. Are you interested in learning about how elevation affects ecology? If so, join Petra Cliffs Climbing Center & Mountaineering School at Pease Mountain in Charlotte where we will hike through several different forest types and compare and contrast the ecosystems. A natural community is defined as an assemblage of organisms whose presence is dictated by the abiotic features of their environment such as topography, geology, soils and elevation. This hike will focus on tree identification as we analyze the forest composition of each natural community that we pass through. At the end of the hike participants should understand which types of trees characterize each natural community as well as have a sense for which natural communities occur at each elevation. https://www.petracliffs.com/nature-based-programming
August 29, 2021, Race To The Top Of Vermont
The Race To The Top Of Vermont is a 4.3 Mile, 2564 vertical ft hill climb up the tallest mountain in Vermont - Mt. Mansfield. Every August the North Face Race To The Top Of Vermont draws as many as 800 hikers, mountain bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak located in Stowe, Vermont. The course climbs up the historic Toll Road, is 4.3 miles in length, and climbs 2564 ft. For some it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time up this tough 4.3 mile course. For others… they come to challenge themselves, and to enjoy the spectacular views. http://www.rtttovt.com/
August 29, 2021, 8th Annual Cycle (and Walk!) 4 CMT
@ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, The Old Lantern Inn and Barn, 3260 Greenbush Road, Charlotte, VT. - Enjoy one of the largest cycling event fundraisers in VT! Cyclists enjoy a light breakfast followed by cycling either a 15, 25 or 40 mile route through beautiful/challenging areas of Shelburne, Charlotte and Hinesburg VT. After party – catered lunch, live music, free beer and opportunities to bid on silent auction items provided by local sponsors. CMT (Charcot Marie Tooth) is a progressive neurological disorder affecting over 300 Vermonters and 3.0Million people worldwide. https://cycle4cmt.com/
@ 9:00 am - 11:00 am, RaceVermont.com hits the trail in the 3rd Annual Sugarworks Trail Run at Shelburne Sugarworks and Four Season Outdoor Center. Choose the 5K, or run the 10K (two loops of the 5K). The course is rolling – mostly through the sugar woods , but there is also a portion around a pond and through fields surrounded by Queen Anne’s lace. There are no huge uphill runs, but it’s not totally flat. Racers can present their bib for an ice cream cone at the finish. https://runsignup.com/Race/VT/Shelburne/SugarhouseTrailRun
August 7, 2021, Ride the Dragon For Charity
The Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival is a community dragon boat festival held on beautiful Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont. In addition to providing an opportunity for team-based fun on the waterfront, the Festival is a charity event, raising money to support cancer survivors in our local community. Dragonheart Vermont strives to strengthen and empower breast cancer survivors & supporters through the challenging sport of dragon boating instilling in its members the values of teamwork, fitness & community giving. https://dragonheartvermont.org/lake-champlain-dragon-boat-festival/
August 7, 2021, Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal
The 2021 Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal is set for Saturday, August 7th in Richford, Vermont! This family-friendly event combines 6.5 miles of paddling down a Wild and Scenic section of the Missisquoi River and 5 miles of cycling on the adjacent Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail. https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/event/missisquoi-paddle-pedal-2/
August 7 - 8, 2921, 2-Day 50-Mile CTR&D with Single Day 25’s & Pleasure Rides
5491 South Rd, South Woodstock, VT. Test your horse's conditioning over a 2-Day, 50-Mile ECTRA sanctioned competitive trail ride and drive, or do a single-day 25-mile ride. Pleasure ride options are also offered both days at varying distances to suit everyone. Catered meals, stabling, free camping. Gorgeous, well-marked trails. https://www.gmhainc.org/event_detail/2-day-50-mile-ctrd-with-single-day-25s-pleasure-rides/
August 9, 2020, August Pride Rides at Millstone Trails!
August 9th starting at 10am for August’s pride ride at Millstone Trails Association. in Barre, VT! Millstone is Kris's home mountain bike chapter and one of his favorite places to lead rides and show folks around. For this round of rides we are going to test out a new format. It is in flux, so we’ll be looking for feedback from yall about how you like it. https://www.facebook.com/events/729804664526160
August 14, 2021, Rack 'N Reel Sling Shot Tournament
AT 1 PM EDT – 4 PM EDT, Please join us at Addison County Fair and Field Days in the Butterfield Arena for our annual sling shot competition. We will have prizes and medals for the winners! Sign ups begin at 12pm and the tournament begins at 1pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/321356723047045
August 14, 2021, The Bitter Pill
6am-6pm, Craftsbury, VT. - The Bitter Pill is a summer adventure race for teams of two or three. This race features summer disciplines like hiking, biking, and time on the water – as well as requiring you to continually navigate. We are known for being able to really challenge experienced teams while providing a great race for the first-timers. If you have never done an adventure race before, this is a great way to get started. http://www.gmara.org/races/bitter/
August 21, 2021, Craftsbury Beer Run
AT 9:30 AM EDT – 3:30 PM EDT. Set off with your fellow runners at 9:30am, Saturday, August 21 and head onto the rolling trails of the Craftsbury Outdoor Center before accessing scenic dirt roads as you climb to Greensboro to reach Highland Lodge. You'll run through the fields and forests of Vermont's working landscape, through sugarbush, dairies, woodlots and more en route to the finish line at Highland Lodge. Your first beer or kombucha is on us, as is your post-race taco picnic by the Caja Madera Taco Truck. When you're adequately refueled, refreshed and ready to get your car, hop aboard a shuttle that will take you back to Craftsbury and your vehicle. https://www.craftsburybeerrun.com/
August 21, Ludlow Rotary Annual Duck Race
The ducks will be dropped into the Black River at 12 Noon from the Depot Street Bridge. Prizes for the regular winning ducks crossing the finish line at Walker Bridge. Corporate ducks also have a winning chance; the first Corporate duck to cross the finish line will have the honor of displaying the corporate duck plaque in their business for the next year. If you’d like to rent a duck, a single duck will cost $5. However you can get 5 ducks for the price of 4 if you buy the QUACK pack for $20. Corporate ducks will rent for $50 a corporate duck. https://portal.clubrunner.ca/2939
August 21, 2021, Pease Mountain Ecology and Elevation
10 AM EDT – 12 PM EDT. Are you interested in learning about how elevation affects ecology? If so, join Petra Cliffs Climbing Center & Mountaineering School at Pease Mountain in Charlotte where we will hike through several different forest types and compare and contrast the ecosystems. A natural community is defined as an assemblage of organisms whose presence is dictated by the abiotic features of their environment such as topography, geology, soils and elevation. This hike will focus on tree identification as we analyze the forest composition of each natural community that we pass through. At the end of the hike participants should understand which types of trees characterize each natural community as well as have a sense for which natural communities occur at each elevation. https://www.petracliffs.com/nature-based-programming
August 29, 2021, Race To The Top Of Vermont
The Race To The Top Of Vermont is a 4.3 Mile, 2564 vertical ft hill climb up the tallest mountain in Vermont - Mt. Mansfield. Every August the North Face Race To The Top Of Vermont draws as many as 800 hikers, mountain bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak located in Stowe, Vermont. The course climbs up the historic Toll Road, is 4.3 miles in length, and climbs 2564 ft. For some it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time up this tough 4.3 mile course. For others… they come to challenge themselves, and to enjoy the spectacular views. http://www.rtttovt.com/
August 29, 2021, 8th Annual Cycle (and Walk!) 4 CMT
@ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, The Old Lantern Inn and Barn, 3260 Greenbush Road, Charlotte, VT. - Enjoy one of the largest cycling event fundraisers in VT! Cyclists enjoy a light breakfast followed by cycling either a 15, 25 or 40 mile route through beautiful/challenging areas of Shelburne, Charlotte and Hinesburg VT. After party – catered lunch, live music, free beer and opportunities to bid on silent auction items provided by local sponsors. CMT (Charcot Marie Tooth) is a progressive neurological disorder affecting over 300 Vermonters and 3.0Million people worldwide. https://cycle4cmt.com/
September Events
September is Vermont's River Cleanup Month
https://watershedsunitedvt.org/vermont-river-cleanup
September 3 - 5, 2021, Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival
Once again, the skies over Quechee and the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire will be filled with hot air balloons ushering in the annual Quechee Hot Air Balloon, Craft & Music Festival, the longest running hot air balloon festival in New England. Don’t miss this exciting festival featuring up to 20 hot air balloons with five flights scheduled throughout the festival and additional tethered rides during the day. Enjoy continuous music and entertainment for all ages, and over 60 craft artisans and commercial vendors. Children’s activities Euro Bungee, a ninja warrior obstacle course, bounce house and more. And of course there will be festival food with local healthy options and a beer and wine garden, with more surprises on site! https://www.quecheeballoonfestival.com/
September 4 - 5, 2021, Jay Peak Trail Running Festival
This is a unique trail running experience designed for the entire family that cannot be matched. With 7 races for all abilities there is something for everyone. Whether you are a kid who just likes being outdoors (where they belong), someone just trying out your first trail race, a speed goat that loves hammering until your legs give out or an ultra runner that wants to see just how far your body & spirit can go, we have a race for you. With 3 different hotels & condos fitting every budget, an indoor water park, ice rink, climbing wall, arcade, movie theater, several restaurants and more…..there is plenty to do with the family in between races. All registrants get a hotel discount code, so come, stay & #runJAYPEAK! http://jaypeaktrailrun.com/
September 6, 2021, Labor Day Open Gymkhana
Green Mountain Appaloosa Horse Club, Rutland Fair Grounds, Rutland, VT. Open Gymkhana with 5 divisions, Jackpot Barrels with added money. www.greenmtappaloosa.org
September 10 - 12, 2021, Outdoor Family Weekend
Join Vermont Fish & Wildlife at Stillwater State Park, located on picturesque Groton Lake in the 28,000 acre Groton State Forest. Your whole family will have fun learning such outdoor skills as canoeing, fishing, archery, wildlife identification, bushwhacking, and camping, wilderness and survival skills. In addition to Outdoor Family Weekend workshops, you’ll have free time to enjoy other recreational activities including boating, swimming, and hiking. The program for 2021 will be posted at the link below in May and registration for the event opens in June. Stay tuned to this page for more information. https://www.uvm.edu/extension/outdoorfamily
September 11, 2021, Groton Forest Trail Run
The Groton Forest Trail Run is open for registration! Yay! But with uncertainty still afoot - we are not going to take your money at this time. Runners will essentially be on a waitlist until we hear clearer guidance from the State. That being said, if you think you want to run this challenging, technical course this September, please sign up so we can show the State that runners are interested. We are offering our 26.5 mile, 15 mile and 6.2 mile courses! https://www.facebook.com/grotonforest/photos/a.1924693961194435/2781567445507078/
September 11-12, 2021, Vermont Spartan Ultra 50K, Beast 21K and Sprint 5K Weekend
Killington, VT, USA - Welcome to the birthplace of Spartan: CEO Joe De Sena's backyard. Expect steep slopes, off-trail descents, massive climbs and chilly swims at this legendary venue. Experience one of the most rewarding and challenging courses in the world, and join us in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont. https://race.spartan.com/en/race/detail/7239/overview
September 18, 2021, The Northeast Kingdom Marathon
A FREE, USATF certified 13.1 mile half marathon and 26.2-mile full marathon course, with professional chip timing and port-o-lets. A beautiful setting, a memorable weekend of events, and the opportunity to support a community. https://brightonrecreationvt.org/northeast-kingdom-marathon/
September 19, 2021, Trapp Cabin Trail Races: 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
@ 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, Join us for this idyllic event! All races begin and end in the Trapp Family Lodge Meadow. The 5K follows Lodge Spur to Luce Hill Loop, following the single track trail back to the finish. Walkers welcome! The 10K continues on to Tap Line, follows Chris’s Run to the cabin and returns on Growler and Tap Line to the finish. The half-marathon is by far our most popular race and attracts over 60+ racers from all over New England. The course does a double-loop of the 10.5K. https://greenmtnadaptive.org/events/trapp-cabin-5k-10k-and-half-marathon-trail-races-2021/
September 19, 2021, Stevens Branch River Clean-up in Barre
https://winooskiriver.org/home
September 26, 2021, 28th Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run
The Vermont 50 is an annual race held during the last weekend of September at beautiful Mount Ascutney located in West Windsor, Vermont. Info: https://vermont50.com/
Net proceeds go to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports. A wonderful place where youth and adults of all abilities gain a measure of self confidence and independence by participating in adaptive sports programs and activities year-round. Since 1993 the Vermont 50 has been a destination for mountain bikers and ultra runners to enjoy a challenging and scenic Vermont landscape course that is like no other. There is something for everyone. https://www.facebook.com/events/1083558535481009/
October Events
October 1-3, 2021, Quimby Country Women’s Weekend
Quimby’s 2-night Women’s Weekend offers flexibility, allowing participants to design their own experience and embrace all the amenities Quimby’s has to offer, while taking advantage of professional instructors and staff. We have designed a perfect getaway weekend for you and your friends, and we look forward to sharing Quimby’s with you! Situated on over 1,000 acres, Quimby’s allows for ample exploration and quiet moments allowing you to fully feel connected to the natural environment and one ’s needs. Our Women’s Weekend will replenish and inspire you to try new things and make new connections. https://quimbycountry.com/2020-womens-retreat/
October 2, 2021, Fly to Pie – Kingdom Marathon
Coventry, VT. Run it – Bike it – Hike it – But do it. Doin’ the dirt through “the gut” of the Northeast Kingdom. 26.2 miles, 17 miles, 13.5 miles, 10 km. Hosted by Kingdom Games, Lakeview Aviation and Parker Pie, West Glover. 20% of all fees will be donated to the Halo Foundation, financially helping Orleans County families dealing with cancer. http://kingdomgames.co/fly-to-pie-kingdom-marathon/
October 4-6, 2021 - Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) Annual Conference
Jay Peak Resort, VT. - OWAA’s 2021 conference at Jay Peak Resort in Vermont is about ‘Seeking Stability.’ Few of us have lived through years with more global upheaval than 2020 and early 2021. We watched as the world shut down. We clambered to make a living, to remain relevant, and to stay safe and healthy. You told us during this year of uncertainty that you wanted support and services in a changing world. OWAA responded. We moved our 2020 conference online, began offering monthly webinars, and hosted a mid-year virtual conference. We also heard you say you wanted more hands-on workshops and skills. As we look to the exciting in-person possibilities that 2021 brings, we’re thrilled to offer 2021’s annual conference Oct. 4 to 6 at gorgeous Jay Peak Resort in rural Vermont during peak leaf season. https://owaa.org/2021-conference/
October 9 - 11, 2021, Quimby’s Cast and Blast Weekend
Join us over Columbus Day Weekend, October 9th -11th for Quimby’s Cast and Blast Weekend. If you are an upland bird hunter or an angler, our Cast and Blast weekend is a great chance for you to getaway and hunt and fish in some of the most productive waters and best covers in New England. Our weekend starts on Friday with a welcome dinner in Quimby’s historic lodge and ends on Monday, October 11th. https://quimbycountry.com/cast-and-blast-weekend/
October 13 - 14, 2021, 78th Annual Vermont Conference on Recreation
Attendee Registration now open! Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, VT - Exhibitor Registration is now open. https://www.vrpa.org/event-4263875
October 17, 2021, Heady Trotter Four Miler
Stowe, VT. Perfectly timed in the middle of Fall, between Leaf season and before the slopes open, The Heady Trotter will be your favorite race, EVER. Chip Timed Four Mile Race finishing with Post Race Party At the Brewery. Music and Beer Festival 10:00AM-2:00PM Lawn game zone with Cornhole, Life Size Beer Pong and Kan Jam. Beer specials all afternoon. Food Truck festival at the finish line! https://www.facebook.com/events/382036206094406/
October 24, 2021, People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon and Relay
Burlington, VT - More than 7,500 runners, 20,000 spectators and 1,700 volunteers come to Burlington Vermont for the People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon - the second largest marathon in New England and the largest marathon relay in the nation. The clover leaf course design allows spectators to easily see runners at various mileage points during the race. The electrifying energy brought from the Taiko drummers, Burlington neighborhoods and the Church Street Marketplace provides a community experience unlike any other marathon event. The course takes runners along the Adirondack and Green Mountain framed shores of Lake Champlain for unmatched scenic beauty. In addition to the marathon, RunVermont organizes a number of running events and community-based youth programs promoting a lifelong commitment to running. https://www.vermontcitymarathon.org/
Quimby’s 2-night Women’s Weekend offers flexibility, allowing participants to design their own experience and embrace all the amenities Quimby’s has to offer, while taking advantage of professional instructors and staff. We have designed a perfect getaway weekend for you and your friends, and we look forward to sharing Quimby’s with you! Situated on over 1,000 acres, Quimby’s allows for ample exploration and quiet moments allowing you to fully feel connected to the natural environment and one ’s needs. Our Women’s Weekend will replenish and inspire you to try new things and make new connections. https://quimbycountry.com/2020-womens-retreat/
October 2, 2021, Fly to Pie – Kingdom Marathon
Coventry, VT. Run it – Bike it – Hike it – But do it. Doin’ the dirt through “the gut” of the Northeast Kingdom. 26.2 miles, 17 miles, 13.5 miles, 10 km. Hosted by Kingdom Games, Lakeview Aviation and Parker Pie, West Glover. 20% of all fees will be donated to the Halo Foundation, financially helping Orleans County families dealing with cancer. http://kingdomgames.co/fly-to-pie-kingdom-marathon/
October 4-6, 2021 - Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) Annual Conference
Jay Peak Resort, VT. - OWAA’s 2021 conference at Jay Peak Resort in Vermont is about ‘Seeking Stability.’ Few of us have lived through years with more global upheaval than 2020 and early 2021. We watched as the world shut down. We clambered to make a living, to remain relevant, and to stay safe and healthy. You told us during this year of uncertainty that you wanted support and services in a changing world. OWAA responded. We moved our 2020 conference online, began offering monthly webinars, and hosted a mid-year virtual conference. We also heard you say you wanted more hands-on workshops and skills. As we look to the exciting in-person possibilities that 2021 brings, we’re thrilled to offer 2021’s annual conference Oct. 4 to 6 at gorgeous Jay Peak Resort in rural Vermont during peak leaf season. https://owaa.org/2021-conference/
October 9 - 11, 2021, Quimby’s Cast and Blast Weekend
Join us over Columbus Day Weekend, October 9th -11th for Quimby’s Cast and Blast Weekend. If you are an upland bird hunter or an angler, our Cast and Blast weekend is a great chance for you to getaway and hunt and fish in some of the most productive waters and best covers in New England. Our weekend starts on Friday with a welcome dinner in Quimby’s historic lodge and ends on Monday, October 11th. https://quimbycountry.com/cast-and-blast-weekend/
October 13 - 14, 2021, 78th Annual Vermont Conference on Recreation
Attendee Registration now open! Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, VT - Exhibitor Registration is now open. https://www.vrpa.org/event-4263875
October 17, 2021, Heady Trotter Four Miler
Stowe, VT. Perfectly timed in the middle of Fall, between Leaf season and before the slopes open, The Heady Trotter will be your favorite race, EVER. Chip Timed Four Mile Race finishing with Post Race Party At the Brewery. Music and Beer Festival 10:00AM-2:00PM Lawn game zone with Cornhole, Life Size Beer Pong and Kan Jam. Beer specials all afternoon. Food Truck festival at the finish line! https://www.facebook.com/events/382036206094406/
October 24, 2021, People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon and Relay
Burlington, VT - More than 7,500 runners, 20,000 spectators and 1,700 volunteers come to Burlington Vermont for the People's United Bank Vermont City Marathon - the second largest marathon in New England and the largest marathon relay in the nation. The clover leaf course design allows spectators to easily see runners at various mileage points during the race. The electrifying energy brought from the Taiko drummers, Burlington neighborhoods and the Church Street Marketplace provides a community experience unlike any other marathon event. The course takes runners along the Adirondack and Green Mountain framed shores of Lake Champlain for unmatched scenic beauty. In addition to the marathon, RunVermont organizes a number of running events and community-based youth programs promoting a lifelong commitment to running. https://www.vermontcitymarathon.org/
November Events
November 12 - 28, 2021, The Northern Forest Canoe Trail’s 2021 Online Auction
Featuring incredible outdoor gear and experiences, donated by our generous partners and supporters. Over the years, donations have included everything from canoes to canoe trips, wooden bird sculptures to wooden paddles. People, companies, nonprofits, and local businesses all support NFCT through the auction by either purchasing or donating an item or service so we can maintain and provide access to the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/event/annual-online-auction/
November 18-19, 2021, 37th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit at Killington, VT.
December Events
To get your outdoor recreation event posted, just email it to info@voga.org. Please use the format that we have above. VOGA members will get first priority. VOGA reserves the right to reject any submission that our staff deems not suitable for this venue.
