Come one, come all, and join us for our first "casual trail run" complimenting our 2011 Peakprints Trail Running Clincs. This will be a social trail run with friends, the more the merrier! Both leaders, Sandi and Marisa, will be present to chat with and ask questions to throughout the run. The location of this run, the cliffs of Bowmont Park in Silver Springs, will be a great primer for the first 5 Peaks race taking place at the COP the following week! Hope to see you there!
Date: Monday, May 16th, 2011
Time: 6:30pm, sharp
Location: Bowmont Park, Silver Springs (NW Calgary)
Length of session: 90 minutes (run 60 min max.)
Cost: Free
Directions: Heading north on Crowchild Trail towards Nose Hill Dr., take the Silver Spring Gate/Sarcee Trail exit (which is the exit just before the Nose Hill Dr. exit). Upon exiting, stay in your left lane and turn left at the traffic lights, taking you over the bridge crossing the hwy you just exited. Follow this road into Silver Springs to your first set of lights, and turn left. Parking is along the street at this entry point to Bowmont Park.
http://www.calgary.ca/docgallery/bu/parks_operations/bowmont/bowmont_brochure.pdf
(Map is on page 2 - meeting location is at 2nd parking lot off of Silver Springs Gate [not 1st], with yellow star beside)
What to Bring:
*Running shoes (road shoes are fine, however, as time goes on, you may want to try a shoe specifically designed for trail running)
*Water and a snack (bars or gels are good)
*Extra layers
*Gloves and a toque/beanie
*Change of clothes/towel for afterwards
*Completed waiver if this is your first time out
(will be emailed to you if you pre-register via email)
Apr 10, 2011
2011 Clinic #1 - NUTS & BOLTS OF TRAIL RUNNING - May 9th
Welcome to the wonderful world of trail running! In this very first clinic in a series of 5 throughout the summer, we will focus specifically on the differences between running roads vs trails.
When running off-road, we need to be more mindful of such concerns as variations in terrain, obstacles, trail conditions, wildlife, etc. It is of utmost importance to assure we are familiar with our route or course, and that we are prepared for any sudden changes in weather. This will help prevent us from getting lost and will keep us comfortable and safe throughout our runs.
The session will start with a 10-15 minute discussion; we'll go over the basics to get you out and running on trails, and will have lots of tips to help you feel comfortable and begin to build strength and efficiency off road. Then we'll hit the trails to give it a go!
Date: Monday, May 9th, 2011
Time: 6:30pm, sharp
Location: Weaselhead (North Glenmore Park, Calgary, SW)
Length of Session: 90 minutes (run time 45-60 minutes, max)
Drop in Cost: $10 (cash or cheque)
Directions:
We will meet at the north parking lot, located at the main entrance to North Glenmore Park at the corner of 37 St SW and 66 Ave SW.
http://blog.talkaboutwildlife.ca/park/where-is-weaselhead
What to Bring:
*Running shoes (road shoes are fine, however, as time goes on, you may want to try a shoe specifically designed for trail running)
*Water and a snack (bars or gels are good)
*Extra layers
*Gloves and a toque/beanie
*Change of clothes/shoes/towel for afterwards
*completed waiver/information form (will be emailed to you if you pre-register via email)
When running off-road, we need to be more mindful of such concerns as variations in terrain, obstacles, trail conditions, wildlife, etc. It is of utmost importance to assure we are familiar with our route or course, and that we are prepared for any sudden changes in weather. This will help prevent us from getting lost and will keep us comfortable and safe throughout our runs.
The session will start with a 10-15 minute discussion; we'll go over the basics to get you out and running on trails, and will have lots of tips to help you feel comfortable and begin to build strength and efficiency off road. Then we'll hit the trails to give it a go!
Date: Monday, May 9th, 2011
Time: 6:30pm, sharp
Location: Weaselhead (North Glenmore Park, Calgary, SW)
Length of Session: 90 minutes (run time 45-60 minutes, max)
Drop in Cost: $10 (cash or cheque)
Directions:
We will meet at the north parking lot, located at the main entrance to North Glenmore Park at the corner of 37 St SW and 66 Ave SW.
http://blog.talkaboutwildlife.ca/park/where-is-weaselhead
What to Bring:
*Running shoes (road shoes are fine, however, as time goes on, you may want to try a shoe specifically designed for trail running)
*Water and a snack (bars or gels are good)
*Extra layers
*Gloves and a toque/beanie
*Change of clothes/shoes/towel for afterwards
*completed waiver/information form (will be emailed to you if you pre-register via email)
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