Fish to take on Epic Mar 20, 2009
Mark participated in the Cape Odyssey, one the globe's most challenging trail running races, with friend and previous soccer compatriot, Mark Williams. "There is no doubt that completing the Cape Odyssey was one of the most daunting challenges that I'd ever undertaken," Mark comments. (iAfrica.com)
Trek into history - Snowshoe tours into mine, mill display its past, cleanup work Mar 20, 2009
It s nearly two miles off the road, accessible by a winding trail running along the headwaters of the Little Blackfoot River. Today, the mill and mine are the focus of the third-annual interpretive tour offered by the Montana Discovery Foundation and the Helena National Forest. (Missoulian, MT)
Incredible bike trails Mar 20, 2009
Great American bike trails - Active- msnbc. Great American bike trails. (MSNBC -- Travel)
A tour of mining’s past Mar 12, 2009
It s nearly two miles off the road, accessible by a winding trail running along the headwaters of the Little Blackfoot River. Today, the mill and mine is the focus of the third annual interpretive tour offered by the Montana Discovery Foundation and the Helena National Forest. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Police blotter, Feb. 25, 2009 Feb 25, 2009
Rod Kassa, 51, West Bloomfield, was riding a 2003 Skidoo snowmobile northbound on a snowmobile trail running parallel with Mancelona Road just east of Hayes Tower Road in Hayes Township, Friday, around 2:25 p.m. when he reportedly lost control causing his machine to roll over. Reports indicate Kassa and his snowmobile rolled into the roadway and both were struck by a 1994 GMC Sierra pickup driven by Adam Kaczanowski, 27, Gaylord. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
New snag for bicycle trail Feb 25, 2009
That could force the county back to its previous plan, which would build a separate trail running in the ditch alongside the road. But right-of-way and geographical issues would require such a pass to cross the road twice, once at Oakland Oaks Subdivision and again at Oakland Mills. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Pushing the limit Feb 24, 2009
No rigorous anti-doping program exists in high-altitude trail running, primarily because such an effort would be prohibitively expensive ... "He trains as hard as he needs to win, and then he'll do a little more," said Nancy Hobbs, the executive director of the American Trail Running Association. (International Herald Tribune)
Gardner wins with work ethic Feb 20, 2009
Gabe is the one guy, who throughout football season was out on the cross country trail running everyday, lifting weights and trying to get ready for wrestling season, Riggs said. He wanted this year to be a great year. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Trail racing 101 Feb 7, 2009
Biophilia is also a major reason why trail running has become so popular ... Trail running requires more total-body fitness and a better sense of running technique than running on the roads ... At first, these differences can make trail running seem exhausting. (iAfrica.com)
First ever Capital City Adventure Race to take place in Jefferson City Apr 1, 2008
The 25 mile, 4-6 hour race will feature paddling, mountain biking, trail running hiking/trekking, and mystery events. The urban and off-road combination course has been designed for beginners, yet will provide a challenge for experienced participants. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
A sampling of wine tours worth taking Mar 29, 2008
The Wine Trail running along Lake Erie stretches for 40 miles from Silver Creek, N.Y., to northeast Pennsylvania. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Looking for a long distance run? Mar 22, 2008
After I do the Boston Marathon in April, I am going to look into doing trail running and see how Im like that. But I will recommend that anyone doing any running, especially long runs, get a roadID. I have one and [read my story as to why I believe in them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Louisiana trail traces African-American heritage Mar 19, 2008
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (AP) -- Louisiana tourism officials have unveiled the first 26 sites on an African American Heritage Trail running from New Orleans to northern Louisiana. The Evergreen Plantation in Wallace, Louisiana, is one of 26 sites on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail. (CNN -- Travel)
North Carolina's Falls Lake Trail offers surprises Mar 19, 2008
They're about half finished with the 100 miles of natural surface trail running from Hillsborough to the Johnston County line, following Falls Lake and the Eno and Neuse rivers through the Triangle. The quiet is one of the surprises on Section 13, which begins when the trail crosses Lick Creek. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Alabama connects to Appalachian Trail Mar 15, 2008
In 1925, at the founding meeting of the Appalachian Trail Conference, Benton MacKaye envisioned a trail running from Georgia to New Hampshire with extensions to the north to Maine and to the south to Alabama. In 1930, the trail was extended north but it has taken until 2008 for the connecting trail to Alabama. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Walk along the African American Heritage Trail Mar 15, 2008
The plantation is on the list of places that Louisiana tourism officials recently unveiled as the first 26 sites on an African American Heritage Trail running from New Orleans to Northern Louisiana ... NEW ORLEANS - Louisiana tourism officials have unveiled the first 26 sites on an African American Heritage Trail running from New Orleans to northern Louisiana. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Finding the right shoe Mar 15, 2008
Also if you are running on gravel or trail, you may need to look into trail running shoes as opposed to road shoes. It can be overwhelming, but a great pair of running shoes will make all the difference. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Adventure tips| Mar 3, 2008
Trail running is all the rage these days, and if you are making the transition from road to mountain, then you will need to learn to shorten your stride and strengthen your abs. A short stride is more efficient on off-road terrain because it minimises energy-wasting slips. (iAfrica.com)
Triple the challenge: How to train Feb 27, 2008
Try trail running instead of the usual treadmill run. Once you punch through those days when you feel like shutting off the alarm clock, says Hillary Biscay, a 29-year-old professional triathlete from Tucson, Ariz. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Copper Run: Trail of blood brings charges / UM student jailed; no body found Feb 22, 2008
A blood trail running from a third-floor apartment in Missoula to an empty parking space has led to murder charges for a University of Montana student, but police still hadn't found a body Thursday night. We haven't found a body yet, but everything so far is leading us to believe there will be one, said Capt. Marty Ludemann, head of the department's detective division. (Missoulian, MT)
Tourism officials laud new Nevada Passage deal with Land Rover Feb 14, 2008
In May, the fourth version of the adventure reality series will serve as one of the 18 qualifying events around the world for the 2008-09 Land Rover G4 Challenge, a combination of off-road races, navigation challenges, trail running, mountain biking and kayaking. "Land Rover and Nevada are a perfect fit because were both so closely associated with outdoor adventure," said Tim Maland, director of the Nevada Commission on Tourism. (North County Times)
Rifle earns redemption Jan 30, 2008
The stand looked over a swamp with a well worn trail running 15 yards to the west. At 5:00 a flicker turned into a rump; the deer were coming. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
First Coast trio makes visit to FSU Jan 22, 2008
Bartram Trail running back Taylor Johnson has been offered a scholarship by Navy. Around the state. (Florida Times-Union)
Running Shoes Jan 22, 2008
Fall Trail Running Shoe Guide by Warren Greene and Ray Fredricksen. Runner s World. (Suite101.com)
Body on Mount Tam may be missing IRS agent's Jan 14, 2008
Haynes said Ruiz had been a road runner and had recently started trail running. There were about 140 volunteers on the mountain looking for Ruiz on Saturday and 34 on Sunday. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Too Cold For Golf, Running? Think Again Jan 9, 2008
"Trail running shoes have a little bit more traction, (too).". Runners who slather on sun protection in summer need to remember that moonlight presents its own challenges. (Click2Houston, TX)
Alcohol, curfew among top city news in 2007 12-30-2007 Dec 30, 2007
In July, the long-delayed completion of the hike-and-bike trail sustained another setback when it was discovered that about 1,000 feet of the meandering concrete trail running from Broadway Park on the east to Quincy Street on the west had inadvertently trespassed on private property. The city and the Texas Department of Transportation the project manager acknowledged the mistake and began a reroute of the affected portion. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Getting gifts in gear Dec 17, 2007
" However, at $38.95 it's over our $25 limit. WEB: or 4. Hotdogger COST: $24.95 for the Hotdogger II or III, if you can find it. $34.95 for the newer and fancier Hotdogger IV. WHY WE LIKE IT: Because a hot brat fresh from this muffler-powered cooker beats a frozen turkey sandwich. Every sled should have one. WEB: 5. Nuun tabs COST: $7 or $19.50 for a three-pack WHY WE LIKE IT: Because these fizzy tablets, when added to water, provide all your hydration needs during tough workouts or outings, but... (Anchorage Daily News)
HEALTHY OBSESSION Dec 10, 2007
Sport: Trail running. Why: I get a charge out of running through the forest, over streams and mountains. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Rebels hit the recruiting trail running Dec 7, 2007
Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. com covers Ole Miss athletics. (OleMissInsider.com)
Prairie Visions spreads its spirit Nov 28, 2007
The Austin Daily Herald: The Newspaper That Cares About Austin. Questions, comments or feedback about the website. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
The Stretch Run Nov 27, 2007
After Marshall head coach Mark Snyder announced the firings of offensive coordinator Larry Kueck and defensive line coach Theilen Smith, he gathered his staff and immediately put together a plan of action for the remaining members of the staff to hit the recruiting trail running. The goal was a new vision and a renewed vigor in hopes on bringing another quality recruiting class to Huntington. (Marshall Sports -- Rivals.com)
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A conservation group hoping to turn a 1,500-acre island into part of a public trail running down the Mississippi River hasn't found anyone to buy into the idea - or the island. The American Land Conservancy bought Buck Island two years ago for 1. (Helena Daily World, AR)
Tests downgrade Texan goat-sucker to plain old bald coyote Nov 3, 2007
Never seen a bald one but have been chased by several while trail running, not a fun experience as they start howling long before you see them, you just know they are coming. Each time I was unhurt and feel they were just keeping me out of their territory. (BBC News -- Americas)
Tesei: Taking a deliberate approach to policymaking Oct 30, 2007
By Hoa Nguyen Staff Writer Published October 30 2007 A college student with political aspirations for elected office in 1990, Peter Tesei decided to get real after losing in a primary for a state House of Representatives seat. "The realities are that I had to develop my professional career," said Tesei, who was 21 when he lost to fellow Republican Janet Lockton. (Greenwich Time)
Runners gone bananas Oct 28, 2007
"Trail running is different than road racing in that natural obstacles pervade the course. There are branches and roots and leaves and gopher holes and an assortment of rocks. Keeping your balance is just as critical as going fast."In trail running, you always have to be aware of your surroundings," said Barbara Sorrell, a 50-year-old state Dormitory Authority purchaser from Delmar who's competed in ultra-marathons and other events like the Hairy Gorilla."You never know what you are going to see... (Albany Times Union)
XTERRA License Secured by 20 Degrees North for Performance Sporting Goods; Outdoor-Focused Footwear Line to Be Developed by Ex-Nike Designers Oct 27, 2007
The partnership will officially be announced at the 12th Annual XTERRA World Championships on Maui this Sunday, Oct. 28, with the first products for running, trail running and outdoor training launching in January at the Outdoor Retailer show ... With the onset of the new XTERRA Trail Run Global Series we have access to the ultimate testing laboratory for trail running in the world. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gulp'n' Run... Oct 25, 2007
Ithaca Times - Gulp'n' Run. Weather Sponsored by. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Countdown to The Witcher, Night 1 Oct 25, 2007
The stronghold is surrounded by towering mountain peaks, with the infamous footpath known as the Torture Trail running along the nearby rocky ridges and dangerous forests, which test the limits of adept Witchers. To make the difficult and exhausting task nearly impossible, the footpath is covered with such ingenious contraptions as the comb, the pendulum and the windmill, each capable of instantaneously killing a young Witcher with one of its moving parts were the unfortunate youngster make a... (IGN PC Games)
Trail Running for Average Runners Oct 17, 2007
Organized trail running is coming to a park near you. Photos of men and women crossing sunny meadows with mountains looming in the background or moving through forests ablaze in autumn color, invest trail running with a spiritual as well as physical appeal, especially for inmates of office cubicles ... Local and regional off road events of marathon length or longer have attracted a growing following in recent, years, but the trend toward the creation of events with shorter distances offers all... (Suite101.com)
Board grants conditional approval to Oreland development Oct 11, 2007
The revision plan showed the trail running on the south side of Pennsylvania, along the Sandy Run, linking the neighboring Boorse property with the sidewalks near Bridge Street. An offshoot of the trail will run up Camp Hill Road north from Pennsylvania Avenue, Graf said. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Runners conquer Animas Mtn. Oct 9, 2007
Even after running - trail running - up and down and around Animas Mountain for more than 6 miles, the intrepid trail runners managed relieved smiles Sunday morning as they crossed the finish line ... Heald, a recent honors graduate from Fort Lewis College, moved into trail running after starting as a middle distance prep runner in Portland, Ore. (Durango Herald)
Trail blazing - Volunteers bring new life to old recreation trail Oct 6, 2007
The wide, shaded, multi-use trail is open for activities, including mountain biking, trail running, hiking, dog walking, horseback riding and cross country skiing. "It's a very, very old woodland road, probably well over 100 years old, that went into disrepair simply because we just don't have the federal dollars to do these kind of repairs," said Matt Nowak, natural resources specialist at the Directorate of Logistics/Public Works. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Happy trails Oct 5, 2007
Wellington Daily News - News. Friday, October 05, 2007. (Wellington Daily News, KS)
Kim Williams, East Missoula connection in works / City asks county for money to join trails that are 500 feet apart Oct 5, 2007
Even though the Kim Williams Trail and the trail running through the Canyon River golf community are both gravel, new sections of trail will likely be asphalt. And that's pricey, as much as 300,000 per mile, Shaw said. (Missoulian, MT)
McCain-Feingold Doing What Its Authors Intended Oct 3, 2007
Instead, they are out on the campaign trail running for president. What does it say about our system that they can run for president but Newt Gingrich can t. (Human Events Online)
Rail trails may link Visalia, Tulare Sep 28, 2007
Call: (800) 877-3400. By Tim Sheehan / The Bee 09/28/07 04:59:32. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Border efforts far too small to win the battle Sep 25, 2007
Rather, it s a two-tracked trail running north from Canada across the border, where it snakes around and disappears into the trees of Montana and the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. It s just one of several roads spotted on the flight. (Helena Independent Record)
City council OKs $9.4 million budget Sep 19, 2007
The project encourages development of a water trail running the length of the state, and geared to those traveling in small boats. A 6,000 appropriation was approved for the Navistar LPGA. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Police Beat: Sept. 18, 2007 Sep 18, 2007
Sept. 5: Police receive a report that a 12-year-old female of Palmer was slapped on her buttocks by a teenage male on the bike trail running along the Glenn Highway. Charges of harassment are being forwarded to Juvenile Intake. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Campaigning for Your Life Sep 16, 2007
Illness On the Trail - Running Together - TIME. Illness On the Trail. (Time.com)
Corn all around makes plant hum Sep 15, 2007
He said he expected to harvest 1 million bushels, an average of 125 bushels an acre - his crop alone would be enough to keep Red Trail running for four weeks. Appert, who is chairman of the board, said he will make money on corn contracts and earn 20 percent return on his investor share of Red Trail, which was built one investment at a time by everyday people like those at the party. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Planners Approve Campbell Phase 1 Sep 14, 2007
"I don't see how they can have an open space trail running through someone's property that they've paid for," said Gary Weddle, who said he has lived on an eight-acre lot to the north of the proposed subdivision for 15 years. Weddle also said he is concerned about significant flooding through the property, which he said he has seen twice in the last five years. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Broken Toe Trail Run slated for Oct. 6 Sep 14, 2007
"Trail running is an interesting, challenging experience," said Brent Copple, race director. "It is a unique mental challenge on top of the physical demands.". (Sioux City Journal)
Wasteland to destination Sep 8, 2007
Haman and his wife, Carolyn, were at the forefront of the grassroots effort to rejuvenate the LaBenite Park, which included constructing a trail running along the Missouri River's southern shoreline. "We think of it as an investment for the future," Haman says. (The Examiner)
More than a mascot Sep 6, 2007
Pictured is the trace of the Santa Fe Trail running near Shawnee Mission, which may have been the legendary bear's stomping grounds. Photo courtesy the Wyandotte County Museum. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Oegema sees other influences at work: Injury teaches runner about patience, trust Sep 6, 2007
I hope and pray that I can run again, it s my goal to be able to pursue trail running at a semi-professional or professonal level. And I think I will. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
King of the wild things Sep 1, 2007
The open, high-ceilinged space at 4340 Summit Plaza Drive -- three doors down from the original space -- is stocked with such items as white-water kayaks, trail running shoes and outdoor apparel. Tucker Booker and Donhoff + Partners Architects helped him design the interior, King said. (Louisville Business First, KY)
The greatest challenge| Aug 26, 2007
So this seedling of a race is top of the a-list for most trail running purists ... The Odyssey is a trail running stage race essentially much as the Cape Epic is a mountain biking stage race. (iAfrica.com)
Jumping to Fitness Aug 23, 2007
Weather Sponsored by. Writing at least one sports story per week for 15 years, I encounter a wide range of topics. (Ithaca Times, NY)
ANSWERING THE ULTIMATE XC CHALLENGE Aug 12, 2007
"I do a lot of trail running at Hunters Creek Park. I did some running at Kissing Bridge, which was nice, but was nowhere near the same [as Jay Peak]. Fayle has also participated in triathlons, which pair running with cycling and swimming. "It was an adventure-style race," he said of the Ultimate XC Challenge. "It wasn't just running, it was almost like an obstacle course, because you climb over trees and under trees and through mud, through creeks and through rivers, and over hills. " "It was... (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Training for the Ultramarathon Jul 31, 2007
The purpose of trail running is to get you used to the real thing and develop your balance. Trails can be very uneven and gravelly to say nothing of the tree roots that insist on trying to trip you. (Suite101.com)
This Weekend Jul 28, 2007
Foot, Bike Race At Sandia Peak The Sandia Peak Challenge, a trail running and bicycle race, will be held Saturday at the Sandia Peak Ski Area. The competition includes. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Fight Over Aurora Pine Tree Spills Into Court Jul 26, 2007
You could tell there was a trail running through to the water of dead grass. . (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Ross, Donley triumph in the Hammerman Jul 23, 2007
Then Ross kicked his legs into high gear to complete the half-mile swimming, 11-mile mountain biking and 5-kilometer trail running event in 1 hour, 15 minutes and 14 seconds. Duenow placed second in 1:15:21 -- about a minute slower than his personal best (1:14:17, 2004). (Anchorage Daily News)
