Cheers to 30 years! Yup it’s the 30th Anniversary of the Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run.
A few updates as we flip the calendar to August. (How the heck did that happen?)
First:We’ve updated our website and hope it’s easier to navigate ALL our races and ALL of the information associated with them. Check it out: https://vermont50.com/ We’ve also posted the race participant list (as of Aug. 1) so you can check out your competition.
Second: The Mountain Bike Race is SOLD OUT but there are still spots open for 50mile/50K and 50 mile Relay Teams. You have until August 15th to register. Register Here
As a reminder: There are NO Registration Fee REFUNDS These events are fundraisers for Vermont Adaptive. Fees are non-refundable, regardless of injury, lack of adequate training, an irreconcilable schedule conflict, or any other reason, no matter how valid. It cannot be moved to a future year (NO DEFERMENTS). Registration/Race Bib is also non-transferable.
Third: Our Volunteer online sign-up page is up and running. We’d love to have you help out at the race even if it’s just for a few hours. It takes a village to make this race happen. Please sign up TODAY. Volunteer Here
Fourth: Our 14th Annual Kids’ FREE FUN RIDES and RUNS registration is open online. Please use one form per child. Spread the word! Register Your Child Here
And finally, On Site Camping sign up is open. Please email MIKE if you’d like to reserve a spot near our race Start/Finish.
If you haven’t already-Book your RACE WEEKEND LODGING Area Lodging.
Set Your Reminders, Mark Your Calendars-The Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run is Going On Sale!
The 30th Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run goes on sale Thursday, May 25 at 7 PM ET.
The race will be held on September 24, 2023 at Ascutney Outdoors in Brownsville, VT starting at 6 AM. The course closes at 6:30 PM. Our race course will basically be the same as in years past.
As a reminder: There are NO Registration Fee REFUNDS These events are fundraisers for Vermont Adaptive. Fees are non-refundable, regardless of injury, lack of adequate training, an irreconcilable schedule conflict, or any other reason, no matter how valid. It cannot be moved to a future year (NO DEFERMENTS). Registration/Race Bib is also non-transferable.
If you commit to raise a minimum of $500 for VERMONT ADAPTIVE before September 7 at noon ET, you can avoid the race registration rush on May 25th and will be entered into the race by the Race Director. You must contact our Race Director, Mikebefore May 25 at 7 p.m. if you’d like to choose this option.
DIDN’T GET IN, Another option to join our race is to VOLUNTEER with our race.
Book your RACE WEEKEND LODGING If you DO Get IN don’t forget to make your lodging arrangements.
Here’s another way to support Vermont Adaptive-Join the 13th Annual Charity Challenge Saturday, June 17
Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will host the 13th Annual Vermont Adaptive Charity Challenge presented by Killington Resort on Saturday, June 17. The event includes a choice of outdoor activities in the morning followed by an afternoon festival at the Skyeship Base Area at Killington Resort with live music, food trucks, a silent auction, and more.
The multiple road bike ride routes loop through the towns of Killington, Pittsfield, Bethel, Barnard, Woodstock, Ludlow, Bridgewater, and Plymouth, Vermont. Alternative sports to participate in include mountain biking, a gravel grind, hiking, or paddling.
Following the outdoor morning activities, all participants plus family, friends and festival goers can enjoy an afternoon of food trucks, a silent auction, vendor tents, and a festival featuring live music with Jamie’s Junk Show at the Skyship Base Area at Killington Resort.
Adaptive Athletes and Veterans/Members of the Armed Services participate for FREE. For the general public, registration is $75 registration plus a $150 minimum fundraising requirement.
Registration includes entrance to the festival, food, a beer ticket, live entertainment, and a guaranteed good time. Once the minimum fundraising requirement of $150 is met, participants receive: a commemorative event tee shirt and a Killington Ticket Voucher, valid for one day of skiing or riding during the 2023-24 winter season or one day of mountain biking during the 2023 summer season (not valid during Peak Dates and subject to Resort Operating Schedule).
For those not participating in the morning, party-only tickets may be pre-purchased online or at the door for $10/person. The event is held rain or shine.
This year’s sponsors to date include: Killington Resort, Lookout Tavern, Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Thule, NBT Bank, Vermont Mountain Bike Association, REI Co-Op, Turtle Fur, Zeal Optics, AARP Vermont, Saatva, 14th Star Brewing, Darn Tough, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont, 802 Cars, Luce Farm Wellness, GoPro, Bern, Outdoor Gear Exchange, Ski Vermont, Cabot Creamery, and many in-kind donations.
Here’s a little secret-you can register for the race NOW!
Avoid the madness of May 25thand commit to raise a minimum of $500, please email Race Director Mike Silverman for a link to register early to avoid the madness of registration
FREE REGISTRATION OPTION We are asking people to raise or donate a minimum of $500 between January 2, 2023 and May 20, 2023 at 7 p.m. using the link RD Mike S. will provide to you and you will receive: ● one free race entry for the 2023 race ● lunch for 4 at our post race BBQ ● one commemorative t-shirt-made specifically for our fundraisers Remember this fundraising option will expire on May 20, 2023 at 7 PM
STRESS FREE REGISTRATION OPTION Commit to raise (or donate) a minimum $500 before September 6 at noon ET, you can avoid our race open registration rush on May 25th and will be entered into the race by the RD Mike S. Your $500 must be received by Sept. 6 or you will not be able to race with us on the last Sunday of September. You must contact the Race Director, Mike before May 25 at 7 p.m. if you’d like to choose this option.
Email Mike S for more information or to get your link to sign up.
The Vermont 50 Race proudly supports Vermont Adaptive.
Over the years we’ve raise more than $2 million dollars. We’ve set a goal of raising an additional $35,000 to honor our continued commitment to this organization.
Vermont Adaptive-A place where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self-confidence and independence by participating in adaptive sports programs and activities.
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is a nationally recognized organization that empowers people of all abilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of ability to pay.
In addition to sports, year-round programming options integrate environmental, holistic wellness, and competitive training philosophies for people of all ages with cognitive, developmental, physical and emotional disabilities.
They are recognized nationally for their client-centered programs and for providing access and instruction to sports and recreational activities with the belief that these things provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual.
They offer the largest variety of program opportunities and unique, specialized equipment. Vermont Adaptive promotes independence and furthers equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational opportunities including alpine skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports; kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, cycling, hiking, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding, environmental programs, CORE Connections wellness retreats, and more.
They serve clients of all abilities with physical, cognitive and emotional/behavioral disabilities from all over the world in three locations in Vermont during the winter – Killington Resort and Pico Mountain in Killington; Sugarbush Resort in Warren; and Bolton Valley Ski Area in Bolton. Summer programs are provided state-wide. Many of their programs include environmental education, wellness, and special programs designed specifically for veterans.
With nearly 400 active volunteers, plus generous partners and sponsors, and an amazing base of clients and friends, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports has been at the forefront of sports and recreation for those with disabilities for more than 30 years.
The Vermont Adaptive Mission Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. They promote independence and further equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational activities.
Their Statement of Belief They believe sports and recreation provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual. To that end, they extend an enormous thanks to their affiliates, sponsors, and partners who believe in their mission and vision, and who afford them the opportunity to bring sports and recreation to their clients’ lives.
2023 will be our 30th anniversary and we want this to be our BIGGEST fundraising year EVER.
Here’s a little secret-you can register for the race NOW!
Avoid the madness of May 25thand commit to raise a minimum of $500, please email Race Director Mike Silverman for a link to register early to avoid the madness of registration
FREE REGISTRATION OPTION We are asking people to raise or donate a minimum of $500 between January 2, 2023 and May 20, 2023 at 7 p.m. using the link RD Mike S. will provide to you and you will receive: ● one free race entry for the 2023 race ● lunch for 4 at our post race BBQ ● one commemorative t-shirt-made specifically for our fundraisers Remember this fundraising option will expire on May 20, 2023 at 7 PM
STRESS FREE REGISTRATION OPTION Commit to raise (or donate) a minimum $500 before September 6 at noon ET, you can avoid our race open registration rush on May 25th and will be entered into the race by the Race Director. Your $500 must be received by Sept. 6 or you will not be able to race with us on the last Sunday of September. You must contact the Race Director, Mike before May 25 at 7 p.m. if you’d like to choose this option.
Email Mike S for more information or to get your link to sign up.
The Vermont 50 Race proudly supports Vermont Adaptive.
Over the years we’ve raise more than $2 million dollars. We’ve set a goal of raising an additional $35,000to honor our continued commitment to this organization.
Vermont Adaptive-A place where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self-confidence and independence by participating in adaptive sports programs and activities.
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is a nationally recognized organization that empowers people of all abilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of ability to pay.
In addition to sports, year-round programming options integrate environmental, holistic wellness, and competitive training philosophies for people of all ages with cognitive, developmental, physical and emotional disabilities.
They are recognized nationally for their client-centered programs and for providing access and instruction to sports and recreational activities with the belief that these things provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual.
They offer the largest variety of program opportunities and unique, specialized equipment. Vermont Adaptive promotes independence and furthers equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational opportunities including alpine skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports; kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, cycling, hiking, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding, environmental programs, CORE Connections wellness retreats, and more.
They serve clients of all abilities with physical, cognitive and emotional/behavioral disabilities from all over the world in three locations in Vermont during the winter – Killington Resort and Pico Mountain in Killington; Sugarbush Resort in Warren; and Bolton Valley Ski Area in Bolton. Summer programs are provided state-wide. Many of their programs include environmental education, wellness, and special programs designed specifically for veterans.
With nearly 400 active volunteers, plus generous partners and sponsors, and an amazing base of clients and friends, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports has been at the forefront of sports and recreation for those with disabilities for more than 30 years.
The Vermont Adaptive Mission Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. They promote independence and further equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational activities.
Their Statement of Belief They believe sports and recreation provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual. To that end, they extend an enormous thanks to their affiliates, sponsors, and partners who believe in their mission and vision, and who afford them the opportunity to bring sports and recreation to their clients’ lives.
Help us, help Vermont Adaptive capture $50,000 in this year’s #GivingTuesday match and raise more than $200,000 during this global day of giving.
Once again, Vermont Adaptive is participating in the nationally recognized charitable giving campaign, #GivingTuesday on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. This year, Vermont Adaptive will harness the generosity from The Sills Family Foundation, The Kimpton Family Fund, and Dave and Melissa Baker, who collectively pledged a matching gift of $50,000 for #GivingTuesday2022. That means your donation will be matched dollar for dollar up to $50,000.
Last year, YOU raised more than $200,000 during our #GivingTuesday event – and with your help we know we can raise even more this #GivingTuesday for adaptive sports programs and athletes.
Did you know that in 2023 Vermont Adaptive must raise $410,000 for their programs, scholarships and expensive equipment? If you are able, help us help Vermont Adaptive raise 50% or more of this goal by Jan. 1 by giving on #GivingTuesday2022.
Be on the lookout on social media and in their newsletters these next few weeks to hear from their/our community and how each person defines Vermont Adaptive.
Want to join in the fun? Send them a video of “What is Vermont Adaptive to you?” to Kim at[email protected].
