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March 25, 2023

VT50 race registration opens in two months

29th Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run

Fund raise for Vermont Adaptive-Get into the Vermont 50 Mtn Bike or Ultra Run-NOW!

Here’s a little secret-you can register for the race NOW!

Avoid the madness of May 25th and 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.

May 7, 2020

Vermont 50 2020 Race Registration CLOSED

Edited June 29, 2020

VT50 Race Registration Update from our race director.Vermont 50 Race Registration is Postponed Until June 29, 2020 7 p.m. ET

The Race Committee met and discussed our upcoming Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run race. The State of Vermont is still under an Executive Order to “Stay at Home”. Currently, the governor’s COVID-19 response team has ordered the hospitality industry in the state to be closed but hotels, inns, B&Bs etc. can begin taking reservations on or after June 15, 2020-however these reservations may be cancelled if the Executive Order* is extended.

The committee must comply with the Governor’s Executive Order and has decided to push back our race registration date until June 29, 2020 at 7 p.m. ET.(Loyalty registration will now open on June 15—added to VIP List email)

With these uncertain times, please be aware that we still may have to cancel the 2020 Vermont 50 race in consideration of all the health concerns .We will keep you updated weekly on the status of the governor’s decision on large gatherings. And on any modifications that will need to be implemented for our race to proceed as scheduled on Sunday, September 27, 2020.

Our race is a major fundraiser for Vermont Adaptive .Like so many non-profits, Vermont Adaptive has had many of its fundraising events cancelled. They rely on the money raised by these events to continue to provide their programing to their students of all abilities, regardless of ability to pay for instruction.Please consider a direct donation to Vermont Adaptive so they may continue their mission to help these athletes.

We hope you all are staying safe and that you and your families are well.

Keep training,

Mike Silverman. Race Director.

*Lodging Reservations. Addendum 7 to the Executive Order is hereby supplemented to authorize lodging operators to immediately accept reservations for stays and events occurring on or after June 15, 2020; provided, however, the Governor, in consultation with the Commissioner of VDH and the Commissioner of DPS/VEM, shall assess the emergency and determine whether to amend or extend this date.

May 7, 2020

Vermont 50 Early Registration TBA

Early registration for the 28^th Annual Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run TBD at midnight EDST.

There are two ways to register during the Early Registration time frame and both are THANK YOUs for fundraising for Vermont Adaptive.

Fundraising Option, Open Now until September 7-You can sign-up NOW and commit to raise a minimum $500 before September 7 at noon ET, you will avoid our race open registration rush on June 29 th and will be entered into the race by the Race Director.

Your $500 fundraising commitment must be received by Sept. 7 or you will not be able to race with us on the last Sunday of September. You must contact the Race Director, Mike before June 29 at 7 p.m. if you’d like to take advantage of this option.

Loyal Participant Option, Open TBAYou will be invited to sign-up early because you have participated in our race at least 8 years in a row. Over these 8 years, your participation in our race has raised over $1200 for Vermont Adaptive-Thank you.

As a Loyal Participant, an email invitation will be sent to you with instructions on how to register yourself on or before TBA and you will have until TBA at 7 p.m. EDST to sign up.

Our race open registration will begin on June 29 at 7 p.m. EDST. The mountain bike race usually sells out quickly. The run races take a bit longer (a couple of months) to sell out.

Thank you all for supporting Vermont Adaptive. In 28 years, the Vermont 50 participants have raised over $2 million dollars for Vermont Adaptive’s programming.

Read more about the partnership between the Vermont 50 and Vermont Adaptive.

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.

updated May 7, 2020