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10 Adirondack Sports Experience the joy.... dionnevitrek.com Handcrafted Snowshoes USA made | Built to last HIGH ADVENTURE SKI SHOP Specializing in All Boot Fitting & Custom Footbeds Full Service Ski Tuning & Mounting Alpine Touring & Backcountry Department HighAdventureSBP.com All of Your Favorite Brands, Great Prices & Expert Service Skis • Boots Bindings • Helmets Gloves • Parkas • Pants Boot Heaters & More for Men, Women & Children 518-785-0501 Route 7, Latham 2 Miles West of Northway Exit 6 2ND ANNUAL Saturday March 2, 2024 @ 9am 1. Pole 2. Pedal 3. Pole 4. Pedal 5. Paddle 6. Run 7. Party 2 5 1 7 Mt. Pisgah Saranac River 6 Race Fee: Solo Entry $80 90 Relay Team Entry $70 85 * per person, teams of 2-6 4 *NEW KIDS RACE @ 12 PM for ages 5 - 15 3 Dewey Mt. LAKE PLACID LOPPET • FEBRUARY 24 INFO & REGISTRATION AT MTVANHOEVENBERG.COM scan QR code for more info REGISTER @ SARANACLAKE3P.ORG
RUNNING & WALKING JANUARY 2024 11 ◀ SMILING FACES AND DION SNOWSHOES AT THE GORE MOUNTAIN SNOWSHOE RACE IN NORTH CREEK. JAMIE HOWARD ▼ GURNEY LANE 5K SNOWSHOE RACING ACTION IN QUEENSBURY, JANUARY 2023. BRIAN TEAGUE Snowshoe Adventuring Go with the Flow By Laura Clark I used to obsess about winter snowfall amounts, but not as much anymore now that I have taken up snowshoeing and learned to go with the flow. Unlike skiing, snowboarding or fat biking, snowshoeing can be undertaken in conditions that would turn other activities into a serious slog. Plus, you can always meander sideways off an icy trail onto nice, woodsy snowpack without danger of disturbing the environment. Other advantages include the fact that beginners do not need to learn specific skills: If you can walk you can snowshoe, and the soft surface is kinder on stiff body parts and minimizes risk if you do stumble. The height of the snow, which insures you lift your feet higher than on pavement as well as the weight of the snowshoes, will give you a greater cardiovascular workout at a much slower pace. And, best of all, equipment is minimal and can be handily stowed in your car. If you are hesitant about venturing out into the woods alone, the Dion-NeviTREK Snowshoe Series offers a smorgasbord of events, with snowshoe rentals available for you to sample ($5 cash only, day-of); availability may be limited so email the race director. Runners, hikers and walkers are welcome, and the lengthier events generally have a shorter option. One of the friendliest events is the Gore Mountain Citizen Series XC Ski & Snowshoe Races on Wednesday evenings at 6pm at the North Creek Ski Bowl on January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21, 28. Think Camp Saratoga or Adirondack Runners trail series, as these are casual and friendly community gatherings where many folks attend weekly. Everyone is welcome to snowshoe (run or walk), cross-country ski (classic or skate) from 1.25K, 2.5K, 3.75K or 5K, although some of the skiers get in bonus laps while the shoers are still competing. Afterwards, participants can relax in the Joe Minder Lodge and compete for a selection of amazing raffle prizes. Exercising under the lights in a groomed stadium course with a gentle snowfall is truly a magical experience, and the popularity of this series continues to grow. For info and notifications, visit: goremountain.com. For an old-timey, backwoods experience, try the Cock- A-Doodle-Shoe 5K/10K Snowshoe Races at The New Land Trust in the Town of Saranac on Sunday, January 14. Based from a cabin deep in the woods, has something for everyone whether it’s the beautiful scenery or the fun, balanced and sometimes challenging course. One of the highlights is the Kids Snowshoe Scramble 0.5-mile run, which attracts a sizeable contingent of enthusiastic youngsters. Afterwards, there is a half mile warmup hike to The Meadow where the longer treks begin. Per the race, “We will not cancel due to cold weather or heavy snowfall” so that should tell you something! For info and registration (no day-of), visit: cockadoodleshoe.com. Thursday Night Winter Racing at Cole’s Woods in Glens Falls returns at 6pm on January 18, 25 and February 1, 8. The free community event is open to snowshoe runners and walkers and cross-country skiers (skate and classic), with all skill levels welcome. Winter Racing is organized by the Friends of Cole’s Woods, partnered with the City of Glens Falls. For info, conditions and cancelations, visit: friendsofcoleswoods.org. The Brookhaven Snowshoe Race at Brookhaven Winter Park in Porter Corners (10 min. from Saratoga Springs) will host two 5K races, one on Sunday, January 21 and the other on Saturday, March 2. The event features a 5K snowshoe race and 2.5K snowshoe race; walkers/ hikers welcome at both distances. Take the opportunity to visit, as the Town of Greenfield winter park offers free cross-country skiing for all levels, with 20K of groomed trails – thanks to a team of volunteers – and snowshoeing all winter (donation box by the ski bench). At Brookhaven, you can warm up and purchase a meal and refreshments at The View Restaurant. The snowshoe trails are a mix of wide and singletrack, with forays into the surrounding woods, conditions permitting. Many local families participate, so bring the kids! Do target the January 21 event as the race will be held in conjunction with the Brookhaven Family Winterfest, with XC skiing with instructors, snowshoe demos, a sledding hill, snowman building, and fun games for prizes, no matter what the weather or snow conditions – and The View will have drink and food specials. More info, visit: greenfieldny.org. Register: runreg.com. On Saturday, January 27, the DAR Snowshoe Scramble, in Goshen, Mass., is a no-frills event directed by Amy Rusiecki, Beast Coast columnist in Ultrarunning Magazine. She is hoping for a 10K if snow conditions permit. The route is a mix of snowmobile and narrow, forested trails with no big climbs, but a gradual uphill and a rewarding downhill to the finish. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite tasty goodies to share. To add to the fun, there will be a club/team/friends team competition, with the fastest four on each team scoring a home-baked goodie. Visit: runreg.com. See RUNNING & WALKING 13 ▶
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