Tag: Nordic Walking

  • Nordic Walking

    Nordic walking is simply utilizing poles while walking.  It is a full body activity that can be done almost anywhere by all age groups and any fitness level.  The added upper body movement makes for a complete body exercise.  Nordic walking can help with balance, coordination, strength, endurance and makes hill climbing and descending easier. …

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  • Birkie Trail Run & Trek

    Another AMAZING YEAR OUT THERE! Details & Registration at: http://www.birkie.com/trailrun  

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  • Another GREAT Birkie Trail Run & Trek!

    Another GREAT Birkie Trail Run & Trek!

    Another year has flown by and another Birkie Trail Run & Trek (BTRT) is in the books. This year we had over 75 people Out There representing the shop. 2- 6person Relays, 2 – 3person relays, 1 person in the marathon , over 20 in each of the 1/2 marathon, Trek & 6km. Loads of…

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  • Birkie Trail Run & Trek Team fills!

    Birkie Trail Run & Trek Team fills!

    With over 1 month to go our Birkie Trail Run & Trek Team fills!  This being our 4th Year of Sponsorship we are excited to have such a Group of wonderful folks going to be Out There! 75 people will be at the events wearing their Out There Colors this year. Form 2 years ago…

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  • Out There in Eau Claire!

    Out There in Eau Claire!

    An AWESOME Event last evening in Eau Claire. If you are in the EC area GET Out There and run or ride the Lowes Creek Trails http://www.co.eau-claire.wi.us/parks_and_forest/Lowes_Creek_County_Park.htm Also check out the Great Trail run group in the Chippewa Valley https://www.facebook.com/ChippewaValleyTrailRunners

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  • Nordic Walk~ Birkie Trail “OO” North

      Let’s Get Out There and get the Summer Nordic Walking Series going. This is the opening walk. We will start at “OO” Trailhead on the Birkie Trail and head North. Long Walk will be to High Point Food station and back. Others can take cut-offs at any point. We will plan to meet at…

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  • Nordic Walking Series~

    Nordic Walking Series~

    Want a way to get or stay fit over the summer? Want an active way to meet new people? Want an excuse to train for the Birkie Trail run & Trek? Join us for a Nordic walking series this year. Starting in May we will host one short walk and onetrail walk per month We…

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  • Birkie Trail Run & Trek 2012 a HUGE Success!

    Birkie Trail Run & Trek 2012 a HUGE Success!

    The 2012 Event had record crowds & a wonderful day. Even a little SNOW on the Birkie Trail. Find a photo set on FACEBOOK. We had a Relay Team that did amazing & a total of 24 people Out There participating in different events. The goal for next year ~ 50! Click on an event…

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  • Woolly Mammoth Classic

    Woolly Mammoth Classic

    Well the 2012 was a Sucess! A fantastic Youth Race, Great Wisconsin State Nordic Walking Championships (Women’s winner Our own Kristin Hanson & Men’s Winner Jeff Koppa) A large number back for the 5km Run/Walk also. Look for a link soon to a photo set from Katie Wilder Photography. We hope to see you Out…

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  • Nordic Walk the Birkie Trail

    An amazing Nordic Walk today on the Birkie Trail. ABSF Director Ned & his wife Kathy as well as others joined us for this great hike from Fish Hatchery Park to the OO Trail Head!- Get Out There and enjoy the trail!  

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