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SUMMARY:Spring Launch Party- Mothers Day Special
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another wonderful Spring Launch Party at Catamount: Ride\, Hike\, Explore & Have a Blast! \nThe wait is over—spring is here\, and it’s time to thaw out and kick off the season in style! Join us at Catamount OFC for an unforgettable day of community\, recreation\, education. All proceeds from this event support Catamount  OFC\, the nonprofit responsible for managing the events\, programs and trails at the Catamount Community Forest (CCF). \n\nMother’s Day Specials:\n\n\n Free 1/2 Day membership for all moms on May 11th from 12pm to 4pm.\n 1-hour free bike demo for moms (first come\, first serve) on May 11th from 12pm to 4pm.\n 10% off Annual Memberships to moms on May 11th from 12pm to 4pm.\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\nDate: May 11th\, 2025 \n\n\nTime: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. \n\n\nLocation: Catamount Outdoor Family Center \n\n\nGeneral Admission: FREE for members! Suggested donation: $10–$50 per person to support the Catamount Outdoor Family Center (OFC)\, the nonprofit that keeps these trails and events rolling. \n\nBring a picnic and enjoy the views by the pump track\, Lookout\, or anywhere in between!\n\nSchedule & Registration: \nCheck out the full event agenda below and be sure to sign up for the activities that interest you in advance to guarantee your spot in rides and clinics! Don’t miss out on a day packed with fun\, learning\, and adventure—see you at Catamount OFC. Registration below! \n \nClick below to register for that offering! \n\n\nIntro to MTB Clinic: 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. \n\n\nIntro to MTB Clinic: 2 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. \n\n\nGroup Ride: 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. \n\n\nGroup Ride: 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. \n\n\nGroup Ride: 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. \n\n\nForestry Walk with Brandon 12-1:30pm: Take a hike with county forester Brandon Benedict to see the forest management going on at the Catamount Community Forest. We will stop at locations that have received recent forest management to discuss why this management was done\, goals of the management\, and expectations of how the forest will respond to this management. We will mainly walk along established trails\, but may walk off trail to get a closer look and talk about management. \n\n\nLookout Hike with Tammy & Maggie 2-4pm. \n\n\nWho’s Joining the Fun? \n\nCatamount OFC staff and Board of Directors\nVermont Mountain Bike Association\nBrandon Benedict (new county forester): Forestry walk and talk\nWheels on Wheel: Get your bike tuned up in time for spring riding!\nCentral VT Runners: Table and race series raffle!\nUnlikely Riders\nThe Richard Tom Foundation\nDAML Story Walk
URL:https://catamountoutdoor.org/events/spring-launch-party-2/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Family Center\, 592 Governor Chittenden Road\, Williston\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clinic,Family Event,Hike/Walk,Mountain Bike Events,Running Events,Youth Events
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SUMMARY:VTYC Spring Scrimmage & Coaches Clinic
DESCRIPTION:VYTC is excited to kick off the riding season with a scrimmage at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center! This is an opportunity for youth riders to try racing in a fun\, supportive\, and low-stakes environment. This is also your chance to test your fitness and skills heading into summer! Coaches–stick around for a coaches clinic from 12-2. \nVOLUNTEER SIGN UP! We need help with parking\, registration\, staging\, course sweeping\, and group ride leading! \nAll riders will choose a race category on the morning of the race:  \n5th & 6th grade race – race length will be approximately 3-4 miles – 1 lap \nCat C – novice riders – primarily 7th & 8th graders\, but open to high schoolers; stronger 5th & 6th graders may race up\, same race course as 5th & 6th grade\, approximately 3-4 miles – 1 lap \nCat B- intermediate riders – stronger middle school racers and less experienced high school students; approximately 6-8 miles – 2 laps \nCat A – advanced riders – more experienced high school students; approximately 9-12 miles – 3 laps \nPlease note: this race is hand-timed. There are no awards or podium!  \nVenue Considerations: Catamount Outdoor Family Center (COFC)\, a 501(c)3 non profit funded through membership\, is the official manager of the trails\, facilities\, programs\, camps and events in the Catamount Community Forest (CCF). The CCF committee and the Town of Williston are in charge of the overall property\, and manage the fields and forests. \n\n\nRestrooms: 2-3 portable toilets available \nTrash: Pack in pack out facility so please plan accordingly\nNo pets allowed\nParking: Use the main lot. If the lot is full\, park on the north side of the road. Parking on both sides of Governor Chittenden Road is NOT allowed as emergency vehicle access must be maintained. 
URL:https://catamountoutdoor.org/events/vtyc-spring-scrimmage-coaches-clinic/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Family Center\, 592 Governor Chittenden Road\, Williston\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:bike,Clinic,Family Event,Youth Events
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SUMMARY:Beginner MTB Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and informative beginner MTB Clinic! \nWhether you’re new to mountain biking or looking to refine your skills\, this clinic is perfect for kick starting the season. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basics of technique\, equipment\, and safety while you enjoy the beautiful landscape at Catamount OFC. \nDate: May 24th\, 2025\nTime: 10:00AM to 12:00PM\nCost: $60/person (Includes Day Membership) Limited rentals bikes available- email programs@catamountoutdoor.org to reserve. \nWhat to Bring:\n-Comfortable active layers\n-Bike & Helmet\n-Water bottle\n-Snacks\n-Raincoat\n-Sunglasses (optional)\n-Riding gloves (optional)\n-Repair kit (optional) \nNotes: Limited spots available\, so register early! Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Youth under 14 need an adult to be on site during the clinics. Youth under 8 need an adult register with them.\n \nQuestions: Email programs@catamountoutdoor.org \nOther beginner MTB Clinic options: \n–May 11th: 12pm start time\n–May 11th: 2pm start time\n–May 17th: Youth focused\n–May 31: Women focused\n–May 24th:\n–June 21: Women focused\n–July 12th
URL:https://catamountoutdoor.org/events/beginner-mtb-clinic/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Family Center\, 592 Governor Chittenden Road\, Williston\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clinic
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SUMMARY:Beginner Womens MTB Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Taught by women\, for women!\nThese encouraging 1/2 day morning clinics are designed to instill confidence\, build skills and have fun. This session is designed to provide solid foundation skills\, including body mechanics\, bike handling\, braking\, shifting\, negotiating trail obstacles and features and balance. Our goal is to give you the building blocks to a solid foundation on your bike or to provide an early season overview or refresher to help build or restore comfort and confidence on the trails. This clinic is intended for novice riders. \n\n\n\nDate: May 31st\, 2025\nTime: 8:00AM to 12:00PM\nCost: $80/person (Includes Day Membership) Limited rentals bikes available- email programs@catamountoutdoor.org to reserve. \nLesson Outline: (Subject to change based on weather and group dynamics.) \n\nArrival & Welcome!\nDiscuss lesson plan & customize to group\nFundamentals Part 1: Learning the basics of shifting\, braking & body position. Hovering & Anticipation.\nFundamentals Part 2: Finding your balance: Obstacles\, Climbing & Descending\nReview & Relax!\nAn easy ride to “pull it all together”\nMountain bike games: Dab\, Slow Race\n\nWhat to Bring:\n-Comfortable active layers\n-Bike & Helmet\n-Water bottle\n-Snacks\n-Raincoat\, bugs spray\, sunscreen\n-Sunglasses (optional)\n-Riding gloves (optional)\n-Repair kit (optional) \nNotes: Limited spots available\, so register early! Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Youth under 14 need an adult to be on site during the clinics. Youth under 8 need an adult register with them.\n \nQuestions: Email programs@catamountoutdoor.org \nOther beginner MTB Clinic options: \n–May 11th: 12pm start time\n–May 11th: 2pm start time\n–May 17th: Youth focused\n–May 31: Women focused\n–May 24th:\n–June 21: Women focused\n–July 12th
URL:https://catamountoutdoor.org/events/beginner-womens-mtb-clinic/
LOCATION:Catamount Outdoor Family Center\, 592 Governor Chittenden Road\, Williston\, VT\, United States
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