The IRONKIDS Triathlon Series is coming to Nottingham Park in Avon, CO on September 6, 2009.
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The IRONKIDS Triathlon Series is coming to Nottingham Park in Avon, CO on September 6, 2009.
The IRONKIDS Triathlon Series Mission as stated from The Ironkids Website is:
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The IronKids’ mission is to inspire and motivate youth through the sport to lead an active, positive and healthy lifestyle. The national event series, targeting children ages six to 15-years-old, will offer an interactive weekend experience for the entire family.
The goal of the IronKids Series will be to host approximately 300-400 participants per event between the ages of six and 15 years old. Children will compete in age-appropriate distances with an emphasis on fitness, fun and safety.
WTC acquired IronKids from the Sara Lee Corporation who had owned the event series since 1985. IronKids’ Races have seen more than 40,000 participants in its history. IronKids has introduced some of the sport’s greats with past participants including seven-time Tour de France champion, Lance Armstrong and U.S. Olympians, Hunter Kemper and Laura Bennett.
Michelle Payette, who joined WTC in 2008, will use her experience in event management to oversee the IronKids branded event series. Based in Phuket, Thailand, for nine years, Payette served as Race Manager for Ironman Malaysia and for the Laguna Phuket Triathlon. Most recently, Payette was managing events for Tourism Whistler (B.C. Canada) on behalf of the resort community.
The IronKids mission is to inspire and motivate youth through sport to lead an active, positive and healthy lifestyle. IronKids provides families with a weekend event experience that is educational, interactive and fun.
To ensure IronKids leaves a footprint throughout the U.S., IronKids has developed a ‘Legacy Program’ that will focus on educating students on the importance of nutrition and physical activity, encouraging children to adopt the IronKids lifestyle.
The IronKids team consists of WTC staff, local contractors, host-city Parks and Recreation Departments, City workers (Fire, Police, Permitting, etc.), local Convention & Visitors Bureaus, Sport Commissions, ASI Photography, Prime Time Timing, Premier Sports Timing, local triathlon clubs and of course many, many volunteers.
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There are three categories in the triathlon junior, intermediate, & senior. Competitors 6-8 years of age will compete in the junior category. Competitors 9-11 years of age will compete in the Intermediate category. The senior category will consist of competitors from 12-15 years of age. The Swim, Bike, and Run distances can be seen on the map image below
The support from the comunity and town of Avon is huge, all roads around Nottingham Park will be closed from 7am to 11 am to keep all the competitors safe. The closure will include the roads marked in blue on the map below.
Come out and support the IRONKIDS on September 6 at Nottingham Park in Avon Colorado
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The original price of the pass was $579 for adults, but that price ended on Saturday Nov. 15. The new price is $629 for adults and $309 for children. This will only last until the beginning of December then then only full access pass will be the Adult Full Pass, which is more than twice the price of the incredible Epic Pass.
When asked why they extended the deadline Vail Resorts Vice-President of Corporate Marketing stated, “we discovered that many people were unaware of the purchase deadline and have continued to express interest in purchsing an Epic Season Pass for this ski season. We made a decision to continue to offer our Epic Season Pass at a slightly higher price point, ||108% of the original offer|,| but one that is still a great value to skiers & riders”
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As a skier, snowboarder, telemarker, figgler, or snowshoer in Colorado or any other sate in the U.S., one must abide by certain rules and regulations to keep oneself and others safe; knowing the code may also hep legally protect oneself in the case of a collision.
If you follow these simple steps and use common sense to help you make the best decision while on the slopes you can have endless enjoyment on your alpine adventure.
In addition to the National Ski Areas Association’s list above here are some other helpful tips to keep you and your friends and family safe out there:
1. Ski within your ability – do not attempt trails that you are unfamiliar with the conditions or difficulty. IF IT LOOKS TO HARD… DON’T GO!
2. Stay conscious of your surroundings, It is not just the up hill skiers fault; if you are using the whole open slope to turn and control your speed, then YOU need to make sure that you are doing it in a safe manner, if there are people moving at twice your pace on the other side of the run stay away, WHY RISK GETTING HIT?
3. Realize that there are areas for going fast and slow – The slow zone areas will be marked by big orange banners that say “SLOW ZONE” or something to that effect. When in these areas, kids and adults alike should feel safe and secure because these areas of the mountain are maintained and designed to keep beginners out of harms way.(Harms Way = 1. On a slope, that is too difficult. 2. On a run, where other skiers are going much faster than you. 3. On a slope, where you may not remain in control an endanger the enjoyment of other winter sport enthusiasts.)
4. Terrain Parks are not for BEGINNERS – It is commonplace for ski resorts to have freestyle terrain parks placed on runs around the resort; this does not mean that anyone and everyone should be in the terrain park; one should read the warning signs and carefully determine if they are willing to RISK injury in the terrain park, because after passing the sign the rider assumes all RISKS associated with the features in the park. Park etiquette is outlined below.
THINGS TO THINK ABOUT:
Know your Limits and ability level and select the appropriate Freestyle Terrain for you.
Your condition, speed, balance, body movements, alignment, trajectory and maneuver difficulty will DIRECTLY AFFECT YOUR DESIRED OUTCOME.
Know the intended use of the Freestyle Terrain you have chosen.
For example, some features are intended to be used in a series with no stopping and some individually with stopping areas; jump takeoffs are for jumping and rail takeoffs are for entering onto rails.
Your actions can take you out of balance and cause serious injury or death, no matter how the feature is designed or where you land. Land on your feet!
Transitions are changes in the shape and pitch of the snow or feature, or changes from one type of sliding surface to another. Transitions can be gentle or abrupt, and demand that users be alert and respond to them with accurate movements.
Know where to Land. The SWEET SPOT is between the “knuckle” and center of the landing zone. Even if you land on or near the sweet spot, you can still be seriously injured or die if your landing posture is not correct.
INVERTED MANEUVERS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.
BE AWARE that features change constantly due to snow conditions, weather, usage, grooming and time of day.
Read and obey all posted signs, instructions and warnings before usinG Freestyle Terrain.
Some resorts designate features as small, medium and large. Be aware these ratings are determined by size, not degree of difficuLty, and are relative only to that resort.
FREESTYLE TERRAIN INCLUDES:
Jumps, hits, ramps, banks, fun boxes, jibs, rails, half pipes, quarter pipes, snowcross, bump terrain and other constructed or natural terrain features.
SMART STYLE:
KNOW YOUR FEATURE:
Each feature can be broken down into 4 zones. Identify these zones and have a plan before using any Freestyle Terrain.
Approach zone is the space for setting your speed and stance to use the feature.
Takeoff zone is for making moves that start your trick.
Maneuver zone is for controlling your body in the air and setting up for landing.
Landing zone is the prepared slope between the knuckle and the runout beyond it.
BE SAFE OUT THERE FOR OUR SAKE AND OTHERS.
REMEMBER:
1. Slow is not always safe
2. You can prevent an accident
3. If you get hit, and are not injured make certain that the other parties involved are OK.
4. If you ride fast do so where it is safe for you and others
5. Stay where you are comfortable Beginners=Green Circle, Intermediate = Blue Square, Advanced/Expert = Black Diamond and Double Black Diamond.
Skier Responsibility Code:
Remember, you are sharing the slopes with others. Always use caution. Certain areas, indicated on the trail map with a orange grid, are designated as slow skiing zone areas. Please ski or snowboard slowly in the areas that may experience higher traffic.
High Altitude Awareness
Above 8,000 feet, altitude illness affects 20 percent to 30 percent of visitors from low elevations to some degree. The first thing most people notice is a shortness of breath, especially when exercising. In addition, the heart is likely to beat faster and one may develop nausea, unusual tiredness, headache, or have difficulty sleeping. Those with one or more of these symptoms may have Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). If the symptoms do not subside shortly, a doctor should be called. Upon arrival in this area, take it easy for the first day or two. Drink two or three times more water or fluid than usual. Limit alcohol consumption for two or three days and minimize caffeine intake. Limit salty foods and increase carbohydrate consumption. Most importantly, listen to your body. Do not push the limits of your physical capabilities.