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Belgian Waffle Ride North Carolina
May 13, 2022
Coming June 11, 2022. The most unique cycling event in the country. It’s the Belgian Waffle Ride (BWR) North Carolina, an extremely tough 131.7 mile cycling race through the North Carolina portion of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Pros and amateurs alike train for this “Hell of the North Carolina” with 11K feet of climbing with […]
Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic
July 30, 2019
Coming August 24, 2019. One of the only all-female surfing competitions on the East Coast…it’s the Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic. Head to North Carolina to see some of the top amateur and pro female surfers compete in this 2-day event. Divisions include shortboard, longboard, SUP surf, tandem, pro shortboard, pro longboard and a fan favorite, the Teenie Wahines […]
Vac and Dash April Fools Day 5K Classic
March 29, 2019
Coming April 1, 2019. A 5K race that has you running through a basement in someone’s house…sound like an April Fools Day prank? Close. It’s the Vac and Dash April Fools Day 5K Classic, otherwise referred to as the 4,828,036 Millimeter Classic (yep, that’s 3.1 miles). Runners start at the Stanly County Family YMCA in Albemarle, North […]
Durham Women’s Half Marathon and 8K
March 11, 2019
Coming March 17, 2019, Here’s a new half marathon just for us ladies! This is the inaugural year for the Durham Women’s Half Marathon and 8K, a celebration of female runners in North Carolina. A timed race with a wave start system based on your estimated finish time, the half marathon and 8K courses start and […]
Krispy Kreme Challenge
January 22, 2019
Coming February 2, 2019. Eat donuts and run for a good cause! Starting out as a college dare, the Krispy Kreme Challenge has evolved over the past 14 years as a formidable charity race that has raised more than $1.5 million in support of the UNC Children’s Hospital, consistently recognized as one of the best children’s […]
Fall Foliage in Asheville, North Carolina
September 26, 2018
Known for having one of the world’s longest and most colorful fall foliage seasons, Asheville, North Carolina is the place to visit this autumn. Asheville, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, is located more than 300 miles from the coast and fortunately was not affect by the recent Hurricane Florence. Travel the Blue Ridge Parkway, viewing vibrant […]
WB Surf Camp
June 4, 2018
Coming August 19, 2018. Surf’s up! Join the WB Surf Camp for their Women’s Surf and SUP Retreat in North Carolina. Held at the Shell Island Resort, the week of surfing will be right in front of the resort on Wrightsville beach and at various locations in the area, including the uncrowded beaches of Topsail Island and […]
Love on the Run 5K
February 8, 2018
Coming February 10, 2018. What better setting than a vineyard for a 5K race? Join the OBX Running Company for their second annual Love on the Run 5K held at the beautiful Sanctuary Vineyards in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The route is a scenic one with grape vines, large trees, and it’s right […]
Camp Crystal Kai
April 7, 2017
Coming May 15, 2017. Discover North Carolina’s Gem with Camp Crystal Kai. Head to the Tar Heel State for a week-long, all-inclusive getaway for water-loving TrailblazerGirls. Enjoy morning yoga, surfing, and SUP clinics and sessions on the clear waters of the Crystal Coast. Explore the nearby marine sanctuary with wild horses and the quaint seaside […]
Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail, North Carolina
June 9, 2015
One of ten newly-designated National Recreation Trails. The Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail is popular among birders and is part of the North Carolina Birding Trail with over 150 species identified. This 1.7 mile paved, loop trail takes you on a leisurely path through an old-growth forest, past quaint ponds, and along pastures with prized Black Angus […]
Ramblin’ Rose Women’s Triathlons
August 8, 2014
Coming various dates and locations throughout North Carolina. Three women’s only triathlons in the Tar Heel State. Offered in Winston-Salem, Charlotte (Huntersville), and Chapel Hill, the overwhelming theme expressed by past participants is that this is an extremely supportive and encouraging environment. The course is a 225-250 yard swim, an 8-9 mile bike, and a […]
Women’s Beginner Whitewater Kayaking Clinics by Girls at Play
July 12, 2012
Coming August 11, 2012. This 2-day Women’s Beginner Whitewater Kayaking Clinic in Asheville, North Carolina by Girls at Play takes you away for a weekend on the Green and the French Broad Rivers. It not only introduces you to the sport, but it’s also designed to make sure you also have fun and meet new friends. […]