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 Ongoing Events I Race Results 

America's Uphill

Vasque Golden Leaf Half Marathon  Owl Creek Chase
Aspen Cross Country Center's Valleywide Race Series

January 2008

   

3-6

Level I Avalanche Course at Sangree M. Froelicher Hut - (3 days/ 3 nights Thursday night (Leadville)- Sunday). Courses are sponsored by the10th Mountain Division Hut Association. For more information, go to www.huts.org, or to register please contact Scott Messina at (970) 925-4554(office), scott@huts.org or scott.messina@comcast.net. All classes are taught to AIARE standards. All classes start on Thursday night with a lecture (location in parentheses). Dates listed include the lecture and hut fees two nights/group dinner. Lodging Thursday night is the students responsibility. The Advanced/Practical builds on and refreshes knowledge students have learned in previous level 1 and applies them practically with the majority of time spent in the field. Price $215 per person.

5

Highlands Uphill - From the base of Aspen Highlands to the Merry Go Round restaurant.  Race starts at 7:00 a.m.  For more information, go to www.aspenrecreation.com or call (970) 920-5140.

4-6

Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.

6

Cross Country Ski Extravaganza -Tour the Aspen trails with FREE demos, skate and classic instruction, food, waxing, and more. Aspen Cross Country Center.  10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (970)-925-2145

8

FREE Avalanche Awareness Clinic - Aspen Expeditions presents a 1 hour lecture & slideshow as an introduction to avalanche protocol, awareness and safety. Aspen Expeditions guides are IFMGA/AMGA certified and instructors follow American Institute of Avalanche Research & Education (AIARE) snow education standards. Free clinid is at the Ute Mountaineer from 5:30-6:30pm. For more information, call 925-7625

9-13

13th Annual Ouray Ice Festival - Check out world-class ice climbers from France, Slovenia, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Spain, and many other countries.  For more information, go to www.ourayicefestival.com.

10-13

Level II Avalanche Education Course - 4 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.

10-13

Winterskol- For more information click here.

12

AVSC Nordic Bonfire Dinner - Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club (AVSC) 6-8pm At the Aspen Cross Country Center. For more information, contact (970) 925-2720

12-13

Aspen Cross Country Center Clinic - Hosting 2006 Olympian Rebecca Dussault for Intermediate/Advanced Clinics. Open to intermediate to advanced skiers and will last 1.5 to 2 hours. Saturday's clinic is on technique and Sunday's clinic will be on skating. Call (970) 925-2145 for more information.

13-20

Gay Ski Week - Aspen/ Snowmass For more information click here.

12

AVSC Nordic Bonfire Dinner - Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club (AVSC) 6-8pm At the Aspen Cross Country Center. For more information, contact (970) 925-2720

12

Ashcroft 10k Classic - 9am start at Ashcroft Ghost Town. For more information, contact Jeff (970) 925-1971. Note this is on Saturday this year.

13

Hike for Hope - Race up Buttermilk.  Starts at 7:30 a.m.  Pre-register at the Ute Mountaineer between January 8-13.  Minimum donation of $20 required.  Cliff House will also provide a pancake breakfast for only $5; this is not included in race fee.  All proceeds go to research for a cure for muscular dystrophy.  For more information go to www.hikeforhopemd.com or email hikeforhope@comcast.net.

15

Waxing Clinic Aspen Cross Country Center - FREE Waxing Clinic with Polly Tucker/Swix, 5:30pm. For more information, call 925-2145.

18-21

Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.

19

Snowmass Winter Wild - Part of COSMIC series.  Snowmass Mountain.  For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.

19

Town To Town Recreational Tour - Start at Stein Park in Aspen. 17 mi. and 6 mi. Rio Grande Trail to Roaring Fork Club in Basalt with way station in Woody Creek. Race start at 10a.m. Contact David Hamilton at Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers at rfov@sopris.net

20

Sunlight Ski Area COSMIC Race - Part of COSMIC series. For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.

21

Full Moon Tour #2 - Snowmass Cross Country Center. 7pm. For more information, call (970) 923-5700

24-27

Level I Avalanche Course at Sangree M. Froelicher Hut - (3 days/ 3 nights Thursday night (Leadville)- Sunday). Courses are sponsored by the10th Mountain Division Hut Association. For more information, go to www.huts.org, or to register please contact Scott Messina at (970) 925-4554(office), scott@huts.org or scott.messina@comcast.net. All classes are taught to AIARE standards. All classes start on Thursday night with a lecture (location in parentheses). Dates listed include the lecture and hut fees two nights/group dinner. Lodging Thursday night is the students responsibility. The Advanced/Practical builds on and refreshes knowledge students have learned in previous level 1 and applies them practically with the majority of time spent in the field. Price $215 per person.

26

$5 Beginner and Intermediate Skate Lessons with $5 rentals at the Snowmass Cross Country Center. 10am, 12:30pm.  First come, first-served. (970) 923-5700 Rentals can be picked up 30 min prior to lessons.

26

Durango Winter Triathlon - World Championship Qualifier. (ITU Winter Triathlon Rules Apply) Entries limited to 200. Mass start at 10am.  2.1 mile Run / 12 mile Bike / 6 mile Ski. For more information, go to www.durangowintertriathlon.com

25-27

Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.

25-28

X-Games - Buttermilk Ski Area

27

Aspen High School Classic - (Aspen Town Series race) 6K and 12K Classic races at the Aspen High School Tracks. Interval start. 10 a.m. start.

29

Waxing Clinic Aspen Cross Country Center - FREE Waxing Clinic with Nelson Oldham/Toko, 5:30pm. The clinic is free and open to all ability levels. Specific recommendations will be give for the upcoming Owl Creek Chase. For more information, call 925-2145.
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February 2008
1-3 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.

3

$5 Intermediate Classic Lessons with $5 rentals at the Snowmass Cross Country Center. 10 am and 12:30pm. First come first served. For more information, contact  (970) 923-5700 Rentals can be picked up 30 min prior to lessons.

3

38th Frisco Gold Rush - Sponsored by Solomon. 5k,10k, and 20k races, 7k snowshoe. Frisco Nordic Center. For more information, contact the Frisco Nordic Center at: (970)668-0866 or www.emgcolorado.com.

5

Mother of All Ascensions - 16th Anniversary Uphill Race kicks off the Fat Tuesday celebrations. Race starts at 7am SHARP on Fanny Hill at the end of the Snowmass Village Mall. Registration fee: $35, race day $40. Event check-in and race day registration starts at 5:30am Fat Tuesday, Feb 5th. For more information and registration form, click here. 

7-10

Aspen Nordic Festival 2008 - 3 day nordic festival including the following events: 5/10K Classic SuperTour and Junior National Qualifier, Wagner Park Drag Races, Youth Festival Races & Events, Owl Creek Chase 25K/15K SuperTour and Bappatour, 5/10/15K Junior National Qualifiers and Youth Races. See individual races below.

7-10

Ski & Snowboard Open at Buttermilk - In its third year, the Aspen/Snowmass Open will be a ski and snowboard, men and women, slopestyle and superpipe competition. Call: (800) 525-6200 or (970) 925-1220 for more information.
7 5/10K Classic USSA SuperTour - Adult classic xc races & Junior National Qualifiers. 9am. Call Aspen Valley Ski Club 970-205-5140 or www.teamavsc.com/Hotline/Nordic_Festival.cfm
7 Wagner Park Drag Races - Single elimination freestyle xc sprint races. Wagner Park in Aspen. 5:30pm. Call Aspen Valley Ski Club 970-205-5140 or www.teamavsc.com/Hotline/Nordic_Festival.cfm
8 Youth Festival Races & Events - part of Aspen Nordic Festival. 9am. Call Aspen Valley Ski Club 970-205-5140 or www.teamavsc.com/Hotline/Nordic_Festival.cfm
8 Aspen Cross Country Center FREE Waxing Clinic - It will be led by Nathan Shultz and be specifically for the Owl Creek Chase. At the AXCC located at the Aspen Golf Course, 5:30pm to 7:30pm with raffle to follow, snacks and beverages.  For more information, contact (970) 925-2145 or click here.
8-10 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
9 Owl Creek Chase (Aspen Town Series) -USSA Super Tour.  25K SuperTour/Colordo Cup Elite and Citizen's race. Freestyle Snowmass to Aspen.  15K Junior Olympic Qualifier and Citizen's Freestyle, Snowmass to Aspen. Bonus scoring for Town Series due to Elite field. 9 a.m. start.  Colorado Cup #9 For more information, call the Aspen Cross Country Center at (970) 925-2145.
9 5/10/15K Junior National Qualifiers & Youth Races - part of Aspen Nordic Festival. 9am. Call Aspen Valley Ski Club 970-205-5140 or www.teamavsc.com/Hotline/Nordic_Festival.cfm

9

Crested Butte COSMIC Race - Part of the COSMIC ski mountaineering race series. For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.

10

Ski with the Pros - Free lessons taught by the professional skiers of the Owl Creek Chase at the Aspen Cross Country Center. Time to be determined. For more information call the Aspen Cross Country Center (970) 925-2145.
13 FREE Avalanche Awareness Clinic - Aspen Expeditions presents a 1 hour lecture & slideshow as an introduction to avalanche protocol, awareness and safety. Aspen Expeditions guides are IFMGA/AMGA certified and instructors follow American Institute of Avalanche Research & Education (AIARE) snow education standards. Free clinic is at the Ute Mountaineer from 5:30-6:30pm. For more information, call 925-7625
15-17 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
16 Highlands Inferno - 10 a.m. start.  Race to the top of Highland Bowl and down.  For more information, call Doreen at (970) 544-3011.
17 Moore Loop Circuit Race (Aspen Town Series race) Change of Date notice - This race is now being held on Sunday and not Saturday. - 10 a.m. start.  3 lap or 6 lap (4.5K or 9K) freestyle on the Moore Open Space Tracks. Info at (970) 925-2145.

19

Full Moon Tour #3 - Snowmass Cross Country Center. 7pm. For more information, call (970) 923-5700
21-24 Advanced/Practical Avalanche Course at Sangree M. Froelicher Hut - (3 days/ 3 nights Thursday night (Leadville)- Sunday). Courses are sponsored by the10th Mountain Division Hut Association. For more information, go to www.huts.org, or to register please contact Scott Messina at (970) 925-4554(office), scott@huts.org or scott.messina@comcast.net. All classes are taught to AIARE standards. All classes start on Thursday night with a lecture (location in parentheses). Dates listed include the lecture and hut fees two nights/group dinner. Lodging Thursday night is the students responsibility. The Advanced/Practical builds on and refreshes knowledge students have learned in previous level 1 and applies them practically with the majority of time spent in the field. Price $215 per person.
21-24 Level II Avalanche Education Course - 4 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
23-24 24 Hours of Sunlight - Third annual endurance race up and down Sunlight Ski Area.  Register before Jan. 15 and save. For more information, click here .
29 STIHL Colorado Freeride Championship - Snowmass (970) 925-1220 for more information.
29- Mar 1 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
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March 2008
1

"12TH Annual “ONE FROM THE HEART”  Uphill Race and  Walk-Up-Athon, benefits CHALLENGE ASPEN and the Children’s Hospital Immunodeficiency Program (CHIP) of Denver  Honoring Chris Bove, Friend of Challenge Aspen For more information click here.

2 7 C's Classic (Aspen Town Series) - Classic race on the Child Ranch on Capital Creek. Categories for town series as well as costumes.  Finale, BBQ and awards ceremony.  Free BBQ, raffle, and awards ceremony for all participants to celebrate the Town Series season. 10 a.m. start at the Childs' Ranch on Capitol Creek.  Contact Molly at (970) 923-5700.
4 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Selected films from Banff Festival of Mountain Films.  Wheeler Opera House. Tickets are $12.50.  Call the Ute Mountaineer for more information (970) 925-2849.
6-9 Advanced/Practical Avalanche Course at Sangree M. Froelicher Hut - (3 days/ 3 nights Thursday night (Leadville)- Sunday). Courses are sponsored by the10th Mountain Division Hut Association. For more information, go to www.huts.org, or to register please contact Scott Messina at (970) 925-4554(office), scott@huts.org or scott.messina@comcast.net. All classes are taught to AIARE standards. All classes start on Thursday night with a lecture (location in parentheses). Dates listed include the lecture and hut fees two nights/group dinner. Lodging Thursday night is the students responsibility. The Advanced/Practical builds on and refreshes knowledge students have learned in previous level 1 and applies them practically with the majority of time spent in the field. Price $215 per person.
6-9 Level II Avalanche Education Course - 4 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
8 Loveland COSMIC Race - Part of the COSMIC ski mountaineering race series. For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.
13 Journey to the Soul - A presentation by legendary climber Henry Barber Thursday 7:30pm at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Colorado. Henry Barber has climbed in over 30 countries on rock, ice and alpine terrain.  He will speak about the evolution of his style and how international travel has influenced his growth as a climber. Historic first ascents and solo climbs will also be discussed.
14-16 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
15 America's Uphill - Aspen's spring ritual--a 3000 foot climb up Aspen Mountain using snowshoes, track skis, telemark skis or alpine touring gear.  7 a.m. at the Silver Queen Gondola.  For more information, call the Ute Mountaineer at (970) 925-2849.
20 Full Moon Tour #4 - Snowmass Cross Country Center. 7pm. For more information, call (970) 923-5700
21-23 Level I Avalanche Education Course - 3 day Avalanche Education Course with AIARE curriculum taught by Aspen Expeditions' AMGA certified and trained guides.  For more information, call or email Aspen Expeditions at (970) 925-7625 or info@aspenexpeditions.com, or check out www.aspenexpeditions.com.
28-29 10th Annual Elk Mountain Grand Traverse - Backcountry race from Crested Butte to Aspen.  Friday registration and pack check.  Start in Crested Butte at midnight.  Finish at base of Little Nell.  For more information, contact the Alpineer (970) 349-5210 or director@elkmountaintraverse.org, and check out www.elkmountaintraverse.org.
30 Tentative date for Aspen Cross Country Center closing. For more information, contact (970) 925-2145
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 April 2008
6 Closing Day at Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk
10 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Crew Leader Kick-Off -  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
12 13th Annual Sun Dog's K-9 Uphill - "A Snowshoe Event for Dogs and their People". 10 a.m. on Buttermilk. Benefits the Aspen Animal Shelter and Valley Dog Rescue.  Demo dogs will be available. Demo snowshoes courtesy of Atlas Snowshoe. For more information, go to www.sundogathletics.com.
13 Closing Day at Aspen Mountain and Snowmass
19 3P Salida - The Salida Pole, Pedal, Paddle Race, Salida, Colorado. A multi sport race that starts at the top of Monarch Pass with a 7 mi.  backcountry ski leg, 22mi. mountain bike to the Arkansas River to finish with a 6 mi. whitewater paddle into downtown Salida. For more information, click here.
19 Silverton COSMIC Race - Part of the COSMIC ski mountaineering race series. For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.
26 Arapahoe Basin COSMIC Race - Part of the COSMIC ski mountaineering race series. For more information, go to www.cosmicski.com.
26-27 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Crew Leader Training #1- Wulfsohn Trail, Glenwood Springs.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
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 May 2008

3

Collegiate Peaks Trail Run - 25 or 50 mile race on a scenic and rugged course with over 3500 feet of elevation gain for each 25 mile loop.  6:30 am start at the Community Center in Buena Vista.  $50 for 25 miles and $60 for 50 miles for registrations received before April 4.  For more information go to www.collegiatepeakstrailrun.org, email burkekaiser@hotmail.com, or call Burke Kaiser at (719) 395-3674.
3 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Lake Christine Wetland Planting.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
10 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Red Hill Trail Maintenance, Carbondale - 3 trails on Mushroom Rock.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
12-17 1st Annual Aspen Club Triathlon - Held indoors at the Aspen Club & Spa, Aspen, Co. This is an indoor triathlon with a: 10 min swim (20yd pool), 30min bike (pin or trailer), and a 20 min run (treadmill). Race against three other participants on your scheduled date and time. Proceeds to benefit local charities. For more information, click here.
17 14th Annual Ride for the Pass - 10 mile ride up Independence Pass the weekend before it is opened to vehicle traffic.  Benefit for Independence Pass Foundation.  Register by mail or at Ute Mountaineer or Aspen Velo beginning May 16.  Start 9 a.m. at the winter closure gate.  For information, check out www.independencepass.org or call (970) 963-4959.
18 Aspen Cycling Criterium - Criterium format road bike race on closed city streets of Aspen.  Start 9 a.m. at corner of Monarch and Hyman.  Register online at www.active.com.  For info, map, course details, call Aspen Special Events (970) 429-2093 or visit www.aspenrecreation.com
26 30th Memorial Boulder Boulder '08 - 10K road race.  USATF certification.  Benefits various charities.  Wave starts at  7 a.m. (303) 444-RACE or www.bolderboulder.com.
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 June 2008
1 27th Annual Steamboat Marathon - Marathon, half marathon, 10K run/walk.  7:30 a.m.  USATF certified.  www.steamboatmarathon.com
5-8 6th Teva Mountain Games - Athletes, Art, Music in the mountains.  Trail run, bike, kayak, raft, climb, and a photo competition.  For information, www.tevamountaingames.com or (970) 926-4799.
7 Aspen Downtown Mile - Event #1 of the 14th Annual Aspen Summer Race Series (3 races in the series.) Aspen Meadows to Paepcke Park. Start 8 am. Benefits Aspen HS Cross Country. Register on line at www.active.com or at Ute Mountaineer or on race day at the finish line in Paepcke Park at 7 am.  Contact Chris Keleher at clkeleher@hotmail.com.
7 Teva X-1 Mud Fun Run - Vail.  7 p.m. start. Late night?  Want to sleep in a little?  Get some exercise and have a blast while doing it. This is your race. For more information, click here.
7 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - National Trails Day - Forest Hollow & Scout Trails, Glenwood Springs. Sunnyside Trail, Aspen.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
7 Fish Hatchery 5K - Cross country running race. Start 9am at the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. For information, call (719) 486-5317 or  leadville_sports@hotmail.com
8 Teva Games 10K Spring Run Off - Vail.  9 a.m. start. For more information, click here.
8 Turquoise Lake Half Marathon - 8:00am start, Matchless Boat Ramp, Turquoise Lake, Leadville, Co. For information, call (719) 486-5317 or leadville_sports@hotmail.com
12-15 FIBArk Whitewater Festival - Salida.  www.fibark.com
13-15 Food and Wine Magazine Classic - in Aspen.  Call  (877) 900-9463 for more information, click here.
 14 13th Annual Lap the Lake - Road biking race at 8am around Turquoise Lake in Leadville. To sign up for race, click here. For information, call (719)-486-5317 or leadville_sports@hotmail.com
14 Adventure X-Stream - Durango.  50+ miles paddle/bike/run.  12 and 24 hour.  www.gravityplay.com or (970) 259-7771
14-15 La Sportiva Trifecta Endurance Race - The Trifecta is a trailrunning stage race composed of three separate races; a 5-mile 'sprint', a hill climb and a half-marathon. For more information, click here.
18-22 Fat Tire Bike Week - Crested Butte.  www.ftbw.com or (800) 545-4505
20-22 Strawberry Days - 111th Annual Festival Glenwood Springs, Co. www.strawberrydaysfestival.com
21 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Maroon Lake & Scenic Loop Trails, near Aspen.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
22 31st Annual Strawberry Shortcut - 5K/10K/family fun run.  Start 7:30 a.m. at Centennial Park in Glenwood Springs. For more information, www.strawberryshortcutrace.com.
28-29 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Crew Leader Training #2 - Thompson Creek Trail, near Carbondale.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
30-July 2 10th Mountain Division Hut Association Volunteer Weekend - Jackal Hut.  www.huts.org or (970) 925-5775
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 July 2008
4 Boogie's Diner Buddy 5 Mile Race - 5 mile foot race to benefit the Aspen Buddy Program.  Start at Boogie's at 8 a.m. for 40 min. and under, 8:20 a.m. for over 40 min.  Register at Boogie's Diner June 29 to July 3 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. or at www.active.com.  For more info, go to www.buddyprogram.org.
4 40th Annual Gothic 1/3 Marathon - Crested Butte. Benefits Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory.  8 a.m. start.  www.rmbl.org or (970) 349-7231
5 Leadville Trail 100 Marathon - 26.2 mile crossing of the Mosquito Range.  America's highest marathon.  8 a.m. start.  www.leadvilletrail100.com
6 32nd Annual La Sportiva Vail Hill Climb, Vail Mountain. 8 am Start. For more information, click here.
11-13 Blast the Mass - Mountain biking races. Snowmass Village.  For information, go to www.stayaspensnowmass.com.
11-13 10th Mountain Division Hut Association Volunteer Weekend - McNamara Hut.  www.huts.org or (970) 925-5775
12 Hogback Hustle 5K Run/Walk - New Castle.  Race starts at 8:30 a.m. at New Castle Family Fitness (near City Market) and finishes at Burning Mountain Park on Main Street.  $20 pre-registration or $25 on race day.  Register at www.active.com. Race benefits Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers and Boy Scout Troop 221.
12 9th Annual High Mountain 25K and 50K Trail Run - Benefit for the High Mountain Institute near Leadville.  For information, check out www.hminet.org or email coachamanda@earthlink.net.
13 9th Annual Barr Mountain Trail Race - 12 mi. run.  7 a.m. on Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs.  www.runpikespeak.com
19 18th Annual Komen Race for the Cure - Benefits Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.  Start at Rio Grande Park at 8:30 a.m.  Family walk at 9:45 a.m.  For more information, www.aspenraceforthecure.com or (970) 920-0250.
19 Leadville Silver Rush 50 Mountain Bike Race - 50 mi. 9 a.m. start.  www.leadvilletrail100.com
20 La Sportiva Vail 1/2 Marathon and Berry Picker Trail Run - 8 a.m. start. For more information, click here.
26-27 Adventure X-Stream - Summit County. 50+ mi. Kayak//bike/run.  www.gravityplay.com or (970) 259-7771. Update: the Sprint Race will be on Saturday this year.
26 Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers - Hunter Creek Trail, Aspen - Major repairs and improvements, town to Benedict Bridge.  For information, go to www.rfov.org or call (970) 927-8241.
25-27 36th Annual Carbondale Mountain Fair - Arts, craft, music, food.   www.carbondalearts.com
26 Aspen High Country SK8 Challenge - Rio Grande Skateboard Park.  Registration at 10 a.m. on day of event only.  For more information, www.aspenrecreation.com.
27 Crested Butte Bank Trails Triathlon - For information, go to www.cbbanktri.com or email triathlon@crestedbuttebank.com.
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 August 2008
9 16th Annual Ducky Derby - Rio Grande Park.  10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  www.duckyderby.com
9 Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race - 100 mi.  6:30 a.m. start.   www.leadvilletrail100.com
10 Leadville Trail 100 10K - 12 p.m. start.   www.leadvilletrail100.com
10 La Sportiva 10K@10,000 Feet - Vail Colorado, 9 am Start. For more information, click here.
16 Aspen High Country Triathlon and Duathlon - For information, go to www.aspenrecreation.com.
16 32nd Annual Basalt 1/2 Marathon - Starts at 7:45 am at the base of Rueidi Dam. Runners will be bussed to the start from Basalt Middle School at 7:00am. Register at www.active.com. For more information, go to www.basaltriverdays.com
18-19 24 Hours in the Sage - 24 hour mountain bike relay.  Gunnison.