Vail Summer Newsroom

2012 La Sportiva Vail Mountain Trail Running Series Kicks Off The Season May 19

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Rec District offers a Trail running series every summer and the first race kicks off on May 19 with the Boneyard Boogie 10k. This seven-race series is in its 15th year and starts in May and ends in September. Runners have a summer long opportunity to race on some of Vail's great trails with this trail running series.

VAIL REC DISTRICT KEEN VAIL KIDS ADVENTURE RACE RETURNS AUG. 11-12

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

The KEEN Vail Kids Adventure Race returns to the Rockies this summer with its one-of-a-kind course, activities and fun just for kids.

VAIL TENNIS CENTER OPENS MONDAY, APRIL 1

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Tennis Center will open for play nearly six weeks early and offer tennis on a variety of its clay courts beginning Monday, April 16. The Tennis Center joins the Vail Golf Club, which also opened early for play on Friday, April 13.

GET TRIATHLON-READY IN FOUR WEEKS AT VAIL VITALITY CENTER

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

Training for a triathlon, or a season of competition, can be daunting for both first-timers and veterans, but coaching can make a big difference in the quality of the experience. Vail Vitality Center is offering a four-week training program, open to all levels, taught by Senior Carmichael Training Systems Coach Abby Ruby.

VAIL GOLF CLUB DRIVING RANGE OPENING SATURDAY, APRIL 7TH

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Golf Club will kick off its 46th season offering access to the Driving Range this weekend followed by 9 holes of play next week Friday, April 13th.

YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS OFFERED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER WITH THE VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

Youth sports camps return to Vail once again with an exciting line up developed by the Vail Recreation District.

TOUR Academy Announces Summer 2012 Junior Golf Camps in Vail

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

The TOUR Academy announces its new junior golf camp location at the highly desirable Vail Golf Club in Vail, Colorado for the summer 2012 season. The golf camps, which include full-day, half-day and overnight programs, are scheduled to begin in June and run through August and are open to juniors 7-17 years of age and of all ability levels.

New Events For 2012 USA CRITS Championship Series

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Tour of Vail debuts on Sept. 30 as part of the 2012 USA CRITS Championship Series.

Colorado will host GranFondo Cannondale Vail

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Inaugural GranFondo Cannondale Vail cycling event to take place on Sunday, Aug. 19.

RUN, RIDE, REFRESH RETURNS TO VAIL OCT. 1 FEATURING MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE LED BY CHRIS CARMICHAEL, TRAIL RUN LED BY ELLEN MILLER

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

Vail's second annual Run, Ride, Refresh event is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 and will offer a rare opportunity to join a free guided mountain bike ride or trail run on Vail Mountain led by Lance Armstrong's coach Chris Carmichael and coach and manager of the U.S. Women's Mountain Running Team, Ellen Miller. Mountain bike riders and trail runners will experience the beauty of Vail Mountain in the fall while they venture out on a trail run or mountain bike ride and then celebrate their accomplishment with a little relaxation on the Vail Chophouse Slopeside deck in LionsHead Village in Vail.

The Vail Symposium Presents a Three-Part Series on Health and Wellness in September

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Symposium’s Health and Wellness series takes a look at current trends in sports medicine and injuries and how we can keep athletes and people of all ages healthy for life, as well as a look at why some people stay well throughout their lifetime and others fall ill before their time. The programs each feature renowned medical and scientific authorities.

Women’s Adventure Magazine Supports Vail Workshop - Women’s Empowerment Workshop Gains Another National Sponsor

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

Women’s Adventure Magazine, a Boulder-based national outdoor magazine for women has joined Women’s Empowerment Workshop as a media sponsor and is featuring contests and discount promotions for the event heavily on its website, www.womensadventuremagazine.com. The magazine joins media sponsors the Vail Daily and RealVail, and other national sponsors, Gaiam, and Osprey as well as many local and regional sponsors that are supporting the event in Vail, Sept. 15-18 at the Vail Racquet Club.

VAIL AND BEAVER CREEK TO AWARD LIFETIME SKI PRIVILEGES TO WINNER OF USA PRO CYCLING CHALLENGE TIME TRIAL IN VAIL THIS THURSDAY

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

This Thursday, Aug. 25, the USA Pro Cycling Challenge descends upon the valley for Stage 3 of the race with an individual time trial event in Vail. This grueling climb up Vail Pass will pit riders against both the clock and their own physical thresholds and the winner will be rewarded with lifetime ski privileges at Vail and Beaver Creek resorts presented by John Garnsey, Co-President, Vail Resorts Management Company.

VAIL ADVENTURE RETREAT GIVES WOMEN AWARENESS, POWER

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

"Spa for the Soul" connects mind, body and spirit through nature

KEEN VAIL KIDS ADVENTURE RACE OFFERS SPECTATORS, RACERS ADVENTURE-PACKED ACTION ON SATURDAY, AUG. 13

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Planet's Coolest Kids Adventure Race Brings 200 Children to Vail to Tackle Mountain Biking, Tubing, Ziplines, Mudpits and More.

Upper portion of Vail mountain’s New FLOW trail – Big Mamba – OPEN FOR THE SUMMER

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

Vail continues to invest in mountain biking with the opening of a new flow trail and another trail planned to open for summer 2012.

VAIL REC DISTRICT'S FINAL YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS FEATURE FLAG FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL, GYMNASTICS

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Recreation District (VRD) will wrap up its summer youth sports camp season this month with Skyhawks Flag Football Camp, Britney Brown's Volleyball Camp or Vail Gymnastic Camp.

011 LA SPORTIVA VAIL MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUNNING SERIES CONTINUES AUG. 7 AT 10,000 FEET ON TOP OF VAIL MOUNTAIN

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

New 5k added to the annual 10k@10,000 Feet race.

REGISTRATION UNDERWAY FOR VAIL REC DISTRICT'S FALL YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 EST

Registration for the Vail Recreation District's (VRD) fall youth soccer program us underway until August 19.

GORE RANGE PUMP TRACK OPENS AT EAGLE’S NEST ON VAIL MOUNTAIN

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Latest addition to Vail’s mountain biking scene geared toward training and technique.

NBA ALL-STAR SIDNEY MONCRIEF RETURNS TO VAIL TO COACH BACK-2-BASIC ALL-STAR BASKET BALL ACADEMY, SHOOTING CAMP

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

NBA All-Star Sidney Moncrief and his award winning staff will return to the Vail Valley July 25-28 to coach the Vail Recreation District's (VRD) annual Back-2-Basics All-Star Basketball Academy.

VAIL GOLF CLUB WOMEN'S CLINIC, "LADIES, LESSONS & LIBATIONS," BEGINS THURSDAY

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

A new weekly gathering for women will begin Thursday (7-21) at the Vail Golf Club and offer golfers of all skill levels an opportunity to learn the sport or improve their golf game.

GRAND TRAVERSE – VAIL’S SIGNATURE MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAIL – OPEN FOR THE SUMMER

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Vail continues to invest in mountain biking with two new trails anticipated for summer 2012.

USA Pro Cycling Challenge Unveils Jerseys for Inaugural Race

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Auction of Autographed USA Pro Cycling Challenge Jerseys to Benefit Davis Phinney Foundation.

Boneless is Set to Play Vail’s Friday Afternoon Club July 8

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

Bonless is set to play at Eagle's Nest for Friday Afternoon Club (FAC) from 5-9 p.m. There will be food and drink specials, as well as free activities including bocce ball, horseshoes, bean bag toss and the slackline park.

JULY 6 DAVOS DASH RACE PROMISES EXCITEMENT AS PRO MOUNTAIN BIKERS VIE FOR RECORDS

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Riverfront Club at the Westin Mountain Bike Race Series Rolls Along With the Fourth of Seven Races This Wednesday

VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT HOSTS 2011 BILL WRIGHT CLAY COURT OPEN, SENIOR TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Recreation District will host the annual Bill Wright Clay Court Open and Senior Tennis Championships July 29-31 at the Vail Tennis Center.

YOUNG ARTISTS ANSWER THE CALL OF THE WILD AT THE VAIL NATURE CENTER

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Nature Center's Art in Nature Program and Numerous Other Activities Promises a Stimulating Summer for Nature-Lovers 

VAIL REC DISTRICT OFFERS JULY YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Lacrosse, beach volleyball, soccer, gymnastics, martial arts, tennis and more are scheduled for this month with the Vail Recreation District.

PEND THE JULY 4TH HOLIDAY WEEKEND WITH THE VAIL GOLF CLUB

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

In celebration of the Fourth of July, the Vail Golf Club is offering some of the best rates in the Vail Valley, as well as discounts for Vail residents

2011 LA SPORTIVA VAIL MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUNNING SERIES CONTINUES WITH VAIL HILLCLIMB ON JULY 3

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

The La Sportiva Vail Mountain Trail Running Series continues with the 35th running of the HillClimb. The HillClimb will test local, regional and national runners with a 7.5 mile climb from Vail Village to Vail Mountain's summit, a gain of 2,500 vertical feet.

VAIL GOLF CLUB EXTENDS VALUE SEASON THROUGH JUNE 30

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Golf Club will extend its value season rates through June 30 offering golfers some of the best rates in the mountains.

VAIL’S SUMMER MOUNTAINTOP HORSEBACK TOURS, PONY RIDES AND SOME BIKING AND HIKING TRAILS TO OPEN FRIDAY, JUNE 17

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Guests visiting Vail Mountain this summer will have even more activities to choose from with the addition of the mountaintop horseback tours through Game Creek Bowl, pony rides at Adventure Ridge and some biking and hiking trails opening on Friday, June 17.

CARMICHAEL TRAINING SYSTEMS’ HIGH ALTITUDE PERFORMANCE CAMP RETURNS TO VAIL IN JUNE

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

A multi-day cycling camp experience from the experts at Carmichael Training Systems helps athletes achieve peak performance using Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa as a base.

VAIL GOLF CLUB OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN AND IMPROVE THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Golf Club has many clinics, lessons and events scheduled throughout the summer. Giving the opportunity for golfers of all skill levels learn the sport or improve their golf game.

REACH HIGHER AT SUMMIT! EXPERIENTIAL CHALLENGE PROGRAM AT VITALITY CENTER AT VAIL MOUNTAIN LODGE

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Celebrated Vail Valley mountaineers Ellen Miller and Laurie Bagley lead participants in goal setting, fitness training and yoga practice July 31 – August 3, 2011

USA PRO CYCLING CHALLENGE INAUGURAL ROUTE TO SHOWCASE AMERICA’S TOUGHEST CLIMBS, DAILY DRAMA

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

The USA Pro Cycling Challenge has announced this year's route. Promising to be the most challenging race in America, 128 of the world’s best professional cyclists will experience everything from climbing two 12,000-foot mountain passes in one day, to sprint lines in some of the most scenic locations on earth.

VAIL REC DISTRICT SUMMER RUNNING CLUB BEGINS TOMORROW, JUNE 2

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Beginning tomorrow, June 2, join The Vail Recreation District’s (VRD) free, weekly running club. The group will be lead around Vail's scenic recreation paths and Mountain's trails.

Jeff Galloway Comes to Vail to Host a World-Class Running Retreat

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

Distinguished athlete and marathon trainer Jeff Galloway will be hosting a weekend of mental and physical training to become a marathon runner on June 17 through 20.

VAIL TENNIS CENTER OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 27

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

The summer tennis season kicks off this Friday in Vail as the Vail Tennis Center begins offering a full range of programs starting May. 27.

Women's Empowerment Workshop - Fact Sheet

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

Women's Emplowerment Workshop promises to nourish mind, body and spirit by connecting to the outdoors this summer in Vail. New event kicks off Sept. 15.

VAIL GYMNASTICS CENTER OFFERS FUN, INDOOR ACTIVITIES ALL SPRING AND SUMMER

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

The Vail Recreation District kicks off its spring and summer gymnastic programs in Vail. Gymnastic Center offers popular summer camps througout July and August.

WOMEN DISCOVER THEIR POWER IN VAIL, CO

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

Women's empowerment event focuses on health and fitness, as well as outdoor pursuits in Vail this fall.

YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS OFFERED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER WITH THE VAIL RECREATION DISTRICT

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

Vail summer sports camps kickoff in June and run through August this year for visitors and local participants. Sponsored by the Vail Recreation District, the series of summer camps offer young athlese an opportunity to learn new sports as well as develop new and refine existing skills.