Events

 

CVAST events support the soft trails as well as the community as a whole. From races that showcase our great trails to events that support the area's less fortunate, we have something for everyone.

 

Join us for one of these great events and make a difference while having a little fun.

 

2012 EVENTS

 

Monday Mayhem Trail Runs - sponsored by The Runner's Flat

 

Ongoing

 

Enjoy soft trail running with a group of like minded people. Expect a 30 to 60 minutes run with a variety of paces leaving no one behind. As the light decreases the fun will increase. Headlamps will be needed later in the series.

 

For more details click here.

 

 

6th Annual Mud Run

 

Coming Saturday, May 19th, 2012

 

Not your typical 5K. A unique race that allows runners and walkers of all skill levels to go over the river and through the woods. The Mud Run is a cross-country course that take runners through some of the muddiest, and most fun, areas of George Wyth State Park.

 

For more details and registration info click here.

 

 

Mulligan's Fat Tire Rides - sponsored by New Belgium Brewery

 

May - August

 

Beginning in May, on select Saturdays and every Wednesday (weather permitting) join us as we bike through local soft trails. Expect a moderate pace with no one getting left behind. A great way to explore the area trails and meet other riders of your ability and pace.

 

For more details click here.

 

 

6th Annual Eco Triathlon

 

Coming Sunday, August 26th, 2012

 

What do you get when you combine kayaking, mountain biking, and trail running in the Cedar Valley? You get the area's first, and only, off-road triathlon - the Eco Tri. You also get a way to see George Wyth State Park and the Hartman Reserve in way many don't get to see.

 

For more details and registration info click here.

 

 

Mulligan's All Lit Up Ride - sponsored by Goose Island

 

September - November

 

Beginning in September, join us every Wednesday (weather permitting) as we bike through local soft trails. Bring your lights and experience the trails in a whole different environment. Expect a moderate pace with no one getting left behind. Hope you like the dark!

 

For more details click here.

 

 

Cranksgiving v4.0 - sponsored by Bike Tech

 

Coming Saturday, November 10th, 2012

 

What's Cranksgiving you ask? Cranksgiving is an event that takes place all over the United States on the weekend-ish before Thanksgiving. It's part charity food drive, part low-key bike race, 100% fun. All proceeds and food items benefit the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.

 

For more details and registration info click here.

 

 

Iowa Snowshoe State Championships Weekend

 

Coming Friday and Saturday, January 27th and 28th, 2012

 

A fun weekend in the snow for the whole family. Explore the trails Friday night with a family friendly snowshoe hike. Get ready for gametime on Saturday with a 5K and 10K snowshoe race. Saturday's race is also a US Nationals Qualifying Race!

 

For more information click here.