2010 Oberlin Earth Day 5k and Kids Fun Run pics posted
First, second, third place. Photo: Ben Bickel
Check out the Back Roads and Beaches Facebook fan page (photo albums) for photos of today’s Oberlin Earth Day 5k and Kids Fun run. Labels: 2010, 5k Earth Day race, events, Oberlin, run
Active spring events begin another great outdoor season
The weather this spring has been more like summer and cyclists have been out in droves! Businesses along the route are buzzing, wineries are busy and eateries are starting to serve outdoors again. Here are a few upcoming 5k runs, walks, competitions and other outdoor active events around north central Ohio. Earth Day 5k Run/Walk and Children’s Fun RunSaturday, April 17, 201010am (Children’s fun run at 9:15am)The Oberlin Earth Day 5k Run is celebrating it’s 37th year. Please bring a non-perishable food and/or household item to donate to Oberlin Community Services.
Spring into Action 5K Race for Haiti
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9am at the Lorain County Metro Parks Bridgeway Trail-Days Dam
E 31st St. and East River Rd., Lorain, OH
The Course will begin and end at Days Dam. All proceeds will go directly to Habitat for Humanity International.5th Annual Sandy Ridge Half Marathon & 10k
Sunday, April 18 7am registration, 8am race
Lorain County Community College
1005 Abbe Rd. North
Elyria, OHThis is a fast, flat looping course in and around the Sandy Ridge wetlands area, a spectacular birding hotspot. NHA Walk/Run for the Homeless
May 8, 2010
Registration begins at 7am
Lorain County Community College5k run, 1 mile walk to benefit homeless families. Each registration fee will cover the actual cost to feed and shelter one person for one night at the Haven Center. Lorain County Heart Walk
May 15, 2010, 8:30–11am
Avon Commons1-3 mile walk to benefit the American Heart AssociationKayaking Symposium
May 22, Lakeview Park, Lorain
9am–2pmLorain County Metro Parks is teaming up with the Backpackers Shop to provide a chance to test out a variety of kayaks (weather permitting). Other outdoor recreation related demos and info will be available throughout the event.Labels: 2010, 5k Earth Day race, events
Spring is almost here-get ready!
Sunny days are now becoming the norm and the snow is melting. Are you ready? Here are a few upcoming semi-competitive fun events that are perfect for an early spring kick-start to another great season of biking, swimming, running and kayaking! We’ll be adding more as dates are set.
Saturday, March 27, 8:30am
Schwartz Road Park
34741 Schwartz Road
Avon, OH
Sunday, March 28
This annual race is appropriate for novice to expert racers. Families and small groups are encouraged to participate.
Sunday, April 11th at 8am Splash Zone, W. Hamilton Rd., Oberlin
Individuals and Relay teams do 30 minutes each of swimming, cycling (spin) and running. All levels welcomed and encouraged to participate! Registration fee of $20 goes to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. $10 for t-shirt.
Register in person at the Splash Zone or call 440.774.5059.
25th Annual Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club AFROST ride.
Sunday, April 11th
Registration: 8–9:30am, beginning at Shupe School in Amherst
A flat, early season tour to kick of the season and test your fitness. Routes visit many historic towns and villages in Lorain County. 25/50/64 mile courses.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
10am (Children’s fun run at 9:15am)
The Oberlin Earth Day 5k Run is celebrating it’s 37th year. Please bring a non-perishable food and/or household item to donate to Oberlin Community Services.
Spring into Action 5K Race for Haiti
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9am at the Lorain County Metro Parks Bridgeway Trail-Days Dam
E 31st St. and East River Rd., Lorain, OH
The Course will begin and end at Days Dam. All proceeds will go directly to Habitat for Humanity International.
Sunday, April 18 7am registration, 8am race
Lorain County Community College
1005 Abbe Rd. North
Elyria, OH
This is a fast, flat looping course in and around the Sandy Ridge wetlands area, a spectacular birding hotspot.
Labels: 2010, 5k Earth Day race, events, Oberlin, run, triathlon
First Findley State Park Ice Race of 2010 Scheduled
Photo courtesy of Tenant Nabakowski
Ice is beginning to form on Findley Lake. That and a cold forecast are enough for Nab and the North Coast Mountain Bikers to schedule the first ice race for January 10. The race will begin around noon. Come earlier for practice. Races will take place on a figure 8 and a Cross Country course. Classes include studded and non studded tires. Click here for more information and pictures. Cost will be $15 and includes any and all events, prizes, campfire and brats. $10 for members of the North Coast Mountain Bikers. This is a great group of guys and gals who welcome everyone of all skill levels. Any questions, call Nab at 216.215.5445. Check out the Back Roads and Beaches Facebook page for ice condition confirmation by Jan. 8. Click here for a map to Findley State Park. Labels: 2010, Findley, ice racing, mountain bike, winter
First, second, third place. Photo: Ben Bickel
Photo courtesy of Tenant Nabakowski
