Community Sports Calendar
Published 9:49 pm Monday, May 22, 2017
BodyBuilding
NPC Cascadian Classic: Saturday; will feature fitness, bodybuilding, figure, bikini and physique athletes from the Northwest. This is a national qualifier for athletes aiming to compete at the national level and earn IFBB Pro status; $100 to enter, $25-$35 for spectators; morning session begins at 10 a.m., finals begin at 6 p.m.; Riverhouse convention center, 3075 N. U.S. Highway 97, Bend, 541-350-2259, www.cascadianclassic.com.
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Bowling
Action Through Advocacy’s Bowl A Thon: June 11; High Bowlers, Fast Lane and King Pin Bowlers form teams and bowl for fun. All proceeds from pledges go to support foster and adoptive families in Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. All are welcome to join the fun; $12.60 for bowling fee, can be subtracted from pledges; 2-8 p.m.; Lava Lanes Bowling Center, 1555 NE Forbes Road, Bend, 541-647-8725, www.actionthroughadvocacy.org.
CrossFit
Deschutes Demolition: June 10; open to men’s and women’s partners in Rx, scaled and masters divisions. The event is open to all level of athletes over the age of 18. All athletes are encouraged to familiarize themselves with different fitness domains and have some exposure to CrossFit-style workouts and powerlifting. To join this year’s team of event volunteers and judges contact Erin at erin@cft44.com; $229; 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, 971-404-5412, http://nwfitgames.com/deschutes-demolition-2017/.
Cycling
Bikepacking 101: Tuesday; an introductory bike-packing clinic on the equipment, knowledge and techniques needed to transport yourself and multiple days worth of gear on a mountain bike; 6:30 p.m.; The Gear Fix, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend; 541-617-0022.
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Sagebrush Cycles Time Trial & Duathlon Series: Wednesdays through June 7; race the clock on the approximately 8-mile out-and-back road cycling time trial course on Skyliners Road; if you want to make it a duathlon, add an approximately 3-mile run; duathletes can race solo or as a pair; juniors (age 10-17) race for free if they preregister or pay $10 on race day; adults pay $15 for the time trial and $25 for the duathlon if they preregister or $20 and $30 if registering on race day; series discount available prior to the first race for those who register online; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; corner of Skyliners Road and NW Crosby Drive, Bend, 541-419-9780, www.tfgracing.com/bend-time-trial-series-2017.html.
Steel Ride: Wednesdays through Aug. 2; 30-mile no-drop group ride with others that share interests in steel bikes; route travels out east of town, rolling and flat roads; share a drink and stories afterward at Jackson’s Corner; free; 6-8 p.m.; Jackson’s Corner, 1500 NE Cushing Drive, Bend, 541-382-2453.
Sisters Stampede: Sunday; the race course features views of the Three Sisters and rolling singletrack scattered with Central Oregon lava rock. This course is mainly singletrack, which will test riders’ strength and stamina; $25 for juniors, $55 for adults through Monday; 9 a.m.; Peterson Ridge trails, race starts in field beside Three Creeks Brewing, off of McKenzie-Bend Highway, Sisters, 541-225-7946, http://sistersstampede.com.
Gear Fix Group Mountain Bike Rides: June 1, 15 and 29 and July 13; mountain bike ride at a chosen trailhead, shuttles will take riders to and from Gear Fix; 5:30 p.m.; The Gear Fix, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend or 541-617-0022.
Central Oregon 500+: June 7-11; five days of rides based out of Bend featuring scenic and grueling climbs. There are 100 miles and 100K options each day. Routes include Mount Bachelor Loop, Crooked River Canyon and Smith Rock; $75 per day or $350 for all five rides; various locations in Bend, 541-388-0002, http://mbsef.org/events/central-oregon-500.
Intro to Randonneuring: June 11; a 100K out-and-back route on low traffic, forested roads; there will be a pre-ride meeting at 8:30 a.m. with history and information. Limit 20 to 25 riders; free; 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Sunriver Village, 57100 Beaver, Sunriver, 503-929-2955.
Multisports
Pacific Crest Triathlon and Weekend Sports Festival: June 23-25; races include trail runs, traithlons, duathlons, AquaBikes and more; start times vary by event; $15-$280 to register, free for spectators; The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver; http://whyracingevents.com/event/927/#registration.
Running
Bend Area Running Fraternity: Mondays; join the group every Monday for a 3.5-mile run (other distance options available) through the Old Mill District and along the Deschutes River; group meets at Atlas Cider Co. taproom; receive pint discounts after the run and rewards for attendance; all paces and dogs welcome; no registration or membership required, just show up; free; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Atlas Cider Co., 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend, 307-286-5691, www.facebook.com/bendarearunningfraternity.
Going the Distance — Women’s Ultra and Trail Running: Monday; an informational night geared toward the concerns of women around ultra and trail running. There will also be a raffle for three race entries to local ultras; free, registration requested; 7-8:30 p.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend, 541-317-3568, www.footzonebend.com/event/going-distance-womens-ultra-trail-running.
COCC Jungle Run/Walk: Thursday; the 4-mile trail and 2-mile run/walk will start on the track, and the race course includes singletrack trails, mud bogs, several steep ascents/descents and log crossings; register day of at Mazama Gym; free for COCC students/staff, $5 for others; 5:30 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way, Bend.
Happy Girls Half Marathon, 10k and 5k: Saturday; participants of all levels can choose from the all-women’s half-marathon, 10K and 5K races; all distances include a mix of testing trails, groomed paths and paved surfaces; ages 3-10 can participate in dashes that meet their ability; kids dash is free with a registered adult; $30-$90; 9 a.m.; Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend, 541-323-0964, http://happygirlsrun.com.
Bend Trail Series: June 1, 15 and 29 and July 13; each race covers a different 4- to 7-mile course; Race 1 will be held at Horse Butte, Race 2 at Wanoga Sno-park, Race 3 at Swampy Lakes Sno-park and Race 4 at Maston; courses will be posted on Facebook; $70 for series, $20 for day-of registration for one race; 6 p.m.; locations around Bend, www.bendtrailseries.com.
Bend Beer Chase: June 3; a unique, one-day “beer relay” featuring Central Oregon’s best craft breweries; from Worthy Brewing to 10 Barrel to Deschutes, experience 20-plus amazing craft breweries along the 50-mile course in Central Oregon; $200-$625; 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, 541-350-4635, www.cascaderelays.com.
Trail Running Workshop: June 3; workshop participants will go for a 3-mile easy trail run during which Max King will demonstrate uphill/downhill technique, talk about technical terrain and provide personalized pointers; free, registration requested; 8-10 a.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend, 541-317-3568, www.footzonebend.com/event/trail-running-workshop-with-max-king.
Heaven Can Wait 5k: June 4; St. Charles Foundation’s annual Heaven Can Wait 5K walk/run for breast cancer has grown to become one of the largest 5K races in Central Oregon. The race draws thousands to Bend’s Drake Park with a shared mission to raise funds for Sara’s Project, a fund of St. Charles Foundation, provides education, early detection and support services to ease the challenges of breast cancer for people in Central and Eastern Oregon; $25-$40; 9-11 a.m.; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend, 541-788-2940, http://foundation.stcharleshealthcare.org/Events/Heaven-Can-Wait.
Good Form Running Clinic: June 8; learn how to run faster, more efficiently and with fewer injuries. This free, 90-minute clinic combines instruction with video. Come prepared to move; free, registration requested; 5:30-7 p.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend, 541-317-3568, www.footzonebend.com/happenings/good-form-running.
Storm the Stairs Run/Walk: June 8; 2-mile run/walk that travels across campus and up more than 300 stairs. Entry forms are available at the COCC Sports and Recreation Office and local running stores or register day-of at Mazama Gym; free for COCC students/staff, $5 for all others; 5:30 p.m.; Central Oregon Community College, 2600 NW College Way, Bend.
June Bug Fun Run: June 10; 5K participants will enjoy a scenic walk/run along the Ochoco Creek trail and up through The Heights. One-mile participants will enjoy a scenic course once around Ochoco Creek Park; $10-$30, kids race free; 9 a.m.; Stryker Park, NE Fourth St., Prineville, www.eventbrite.com.
FootZone’s Dirty Half Marathon: June 11; a longtime, beloved staple of the Central Oregon trail running community. Enjoy a challenging course through High Desert forest with 499 of your favorite Central Oregon trail running peers, and then toast your accomplishment with a Deschutes beer. All proceeds go to the Deschutes Land Trust; $35-$40; 7 a.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend, 541-317-3568, www.footzonebend.com/happenings/dirty-half.
Vulture Venture 5k Trail Run and Walk: June 17; a family-friendly trail run in honor of the Museum’s 35th anniversary; prizes awarded if you dress as a High Desert animal or pioneer; 8 a.m.; $15-$25; High Desert Museum, 59800 S. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; www.highdesertmuseum.org/vulture-venture or 541-382-7454 ext. 248.
Dog Gone Run: June 17; a dog-friendly 5K and 10K run/walk to benefit BrightSide Animal Center; 9 a.m.; $30 before June 10, $35 after, $45 on race day; Sam Johnson Park, SW 15th Street and SW Evergreen Avenue, Redmond; https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/Redmond/dogonerun or 541-923-0882.
Colorful Fun Run/Walk: June 21; a fun color run/walk to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research; 3:30 p.m.; $25-$35; Touchmark at Mount Bachelor Village, 19800 SW Touchmark Way, Bend; www.touchmarkbend.com or 541-383-1414.
Bite of Bend Beer Run: June 25; starts at Crow’s Feet Commons and finishes in the heart of the Bite of Bend festival with four hop-style hydration stations along the way; noon; $20 pre-registration, $30 day of; Crow’s Feet Commons, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; www.biteofbend.com or 541-323-0964.
Swimming
Adaptive Swim Lessons, Session 7: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, May 29-June 16; adaptive swim lessons for swimmers of all ages with disabilities. Instruction staff are trained in adaptive aquatics and instruction techniques for patrons with development disabilities; $36; 5:30-6 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Drive, Redmond, 541-548-6066, http://raprd.org.
Pre-School Levels: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, May 29-June 16; for ages 3 to 5, the pre-school swim lesson program emphasizes positive reinforcement while encouraging kids to have fun and be safe in the water; $36; 5:30-6 p.m. or 6-6:30 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Dr., Redmond, 541-548-7275, http://raprd.org/.
Six Years and Up Basic Levels, Session 7: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, May 29-June 16; the first three levels of the 6 years and up program; $40; 5:30-6 p.m. or 6-6:30 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Dr., Redmond, 541-548-7275, http://raprd.org/.
Swim for Life Levels: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, May 29-June 16; for ages 6 and up, the last two levels of the color lesson program focus on aquatic safety, competence and enjoyment. Participants will be introduced to a wide variety of fun aquatic activities; $40; 5:30-6 p.m. or 6-6:30 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Dr., Redmond, 541-548-7275, http://raprd.org/.
Waterbabies: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, May 29-June 16; a parent/child aquatics program designed to introduce infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years to water environments. Swimmers will increase their comfort level both in and out of the water; $36; 6-6:30 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Dr., Redmond, 541-548-7275, http://raprd.org/.
Autism Society Family Swim Nights: June 3; the Autism Society hosts a family swim night for all ages once a month at Cascade Swim Center. For more information call Melissa Romo at 541-419-1064; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Dr., Redmond, 541-419-1064, http://raprd.org/.
Table Tennis
Table Tennis Open Play: Mondays and Wednesdays; table tennis players of all ages and abilities are welcome to attend open play; $4, $3 for players 17 and under or 65 and over; 6-9 p.m.; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend, www.bendtabletennis.com.
Track & Field
Central Oregon Track Club Cheetah Summer Program: Mondays-Thursdays, May 22-July 12; for kids 11 to 18, this program provides focused practices in all track and field events, including sprints, middle and long distance races, relays, long and high jump, throws and hurdles; $100, $60 for high school students, scholarships available; Bend High School, 230 NE Sixth St., Bend, www.centraloregontrackclub.com.
Youth Track Clinics: May 22, 24, 29 and 30; the Central Oregon Track Club will be hosting clinics for boys and girls grades 1 through 5. Clinics are geared to athletes of all ability levels. Improve your time or try a new event; $39 for district residents, $47 out of district; 4:15-5:45 p.m.; Bend High School, 230 NE Sixth St., Bend, www.bendparksandrec.org.
TrackTown Youth Meet: June 1; for boys and girls ages 7 to 14, events include the 100 meters, 400 and 1,500, long jump and turbo javelin; athletes of all abilities and experience levels are welcome, including wheelchair athletes; free; 4:30-7:30 p.m.; Summit High School, 2855 NW Clearwater Drive, Bend, www.tracktownyouthleague.com.
Water Sports
Brace and Roll Kayak Class: Thursdays through Sept. 28; learn or refresh your whitewater kayaking skills, practice the roll, learn about gear and get comfortable in boats; $25-$35; 5-8 p.m.; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend, 541-317-9407, http://tumalocreek.com.
Basic Skills Kayaking Class: Saturdays through Sept. 30; will prepare participants to confidently explore our region’s flat and swift waterways; participants will learn comprehensive safety and basic paddle stroke techniques; Basic Skills Kayaking Class is suggested as a beginning or refresher course for visitors and locals of all ages; $75; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend, 541-317-9407.
Basic Skills Standup Paddleboarding: Sundays through Sept. 24; prepares participants to explore our region’s flat and swift waterways. You will learn comprehensive safety and basic paddle stroke techniques while enjoying the company and encouragement of other novice course mates and expert Tumalo Creek guides. Ages 16 and up; $55; 9-11 a.m.; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend, 541-317-9407, http://tumalocreek.com/tour/basic-skills-standup-paddleboard-class.
Rapid Progression Whitewater Kayaking Clinic: Every other Thursday from June 1 through Sept. 21; clinics will have a casual feel, and if the group wants to work a certain skill that is not already the subject of that particular clinic, our instructors will be happy to accommodate that. We encourage kayakers to come on a weekly basis; $25; 6-8 p.m.; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend, 541-317-9407, http://tumalocreek.com/tour/rapid-progression-whitewater-clinics.
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