THE “ROWDY DAWG” MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE (ages 16+) This classic mountain bike race is a must for local mountain bikers. Participate on your local trails right here in Montgomery County! There will be many different classes of riders, so you’re sure to have a great time whether you’re just starting out on your bike or you are a Brush Mountain veteran. These are some of the best mountain bike trails in the state! This race is part of a doubleheader weekend that will be led by the Rowdy Dawg Super D downhill race on Old Farm Trail and the Brush Mountain Breakdown, a 1/2 marathon, 10K and 3K trail run on Saturday, Oct. 22. Stay tuned for more info - including online registration - or give us a call at 382-6975. DATES
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Sat. & Sun., Oct. 22, 23
11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pandapas Pond Recreation Area
COVENTRY GAMES - WHITEWATER CANOE and KAYAK RACE (ages 16+) Come out for this prestigious New River event on Sun., July 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.! This 8.6-mile sprint race will be held on the New River from River View Park in Radford to the 114 bridge. There will be different classes for each age group. If you are an avid canoeist or kayaker, don’t miss this one! Check out www.commonwealthgames.org for race classes and registration info. NEW RIVER PADDLE CRAFT FISHING TOURNAMENT/DEMO (ages 12+) Back Country Ski and Sport and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation are proud to present the 2015 New River Paddle Fishing Tournament! This year, the tournament will cover an extended stretch on the New River from Whitethorne, VA to Eggleston, VA. The price includes tournament entry, T-shirt, shuttle (only running from McCoy to Whitethorne - see tournament regulations for info), two nights of camping, BBQ dinner and entry into a raffle for a boat! The tournament headquarters will be located off McCoy road at a private location. Be advised - due to the longer stretch of river available for fishing this year, we are designating two sections. New this year are additional tournament categories: Men’s Spinning, Women’s Spinning, Fly, Junior (16 and under) and the Midnight Musky Challenge. The Midnight Musky Challenge begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 17 and ends at the weigh-in on Saturday, July 18 at 3 p.m. The challenge is open to anyone brave enough to attempt and costs an additional $10 fee. There are thousands of dollars in prizes to be won by all categories, including boats, paddles and tons of gear! Participation is open to anyone 18 years of age or older. Minors are eligible to participate with a parent or legal guardian signature. To register, visit Back Country Ski and Sport or register online at www.montgomerycountyva.gov/parks $25 or $30 for Musky Class DATES
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Fri. & Sat., July 15, 16
Fri., 5 p.m.-Sat., 3 p.m.
New River
5778
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