Rock Climbing Adventue — Mar 15, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Hypothermia Class — Mar 17, 2010
Fort Payne This three-hour class teaches the extreme dangers of hypothermia, recognizing the signs, and how to treat it. Meet at True Adventure Sports. 1-4 p.m.
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Treasure Hunt Adventure — Mar 17, 2010
Fort Payne This adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave, follow clues to find the ultimate treasure.
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Rock Climbing Adventure — Mar 18, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Spring-Fling National Jr. College Golf Tournament — Mar 18-20, 2010
Scottsboro Mar 18-20, Scottsboro
Spring-Fling National Jr. College Golf Tournament
800-259-5508. www.jacksoncountychamber.com. Fee for participants only. Goose Pond Colony Golf--See the best young golfers from around the nation compete for recognition as the team to beat in May when some of them will come back to Goose Pond to play in the National Championship. 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Rappelling Adventure — Mar 20, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Alabama Mountain Games — Mar 18-21, 2010
Cleveland Mar 18-24, Cleveland
Alabama Mountain Games
205-861-4746. www.alabamamountaingames.com. Boogie Bottoms Family Park--Alabama goes to extreme, introducing the one and only 4-day extreme outdoor sporting event, live music and arts festival in Alabama. By combining 5 extreme outdoor sports and numerous challenging events, competitions explode as Whitewater Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing, Wakeboarding and Rock Climbing raise the bar for athletes in the southeast. While the extreme competitions are the main event of the weekend, it is not all the weekend has to offer its guests. While taking a break from the roar of the crowd, spectators may venture throughout the park and visit the many sides of AMG. For instance, 2010 also marks the opening of the "Go Green Arts Marketplace" where spectators are welcome to shop and purchase original pieces, jewelry, pottery and more, all beautifully crafted by some of Alabama's most noted artists. From there, attendants may wish to partake in many fun games, watch films on the big screen or grab a bite to eat at our concession stands, all while enjoying continuous live concerts featuring 9 of the best local bands around. Playing throughout the day and taking center stage as the sun goes down, these talented musicians offer musical genres to meet any taste and create the perfect backdrop for the weekend festivities. Serious competition, live music, arts, family activities and camping, make the first ever Alabama Mountain Games the most well-rounded outdoor festival offered in the southeast. Perfect for a the family on vacation or the die hard sports and music fan, at only $25 for a weekend pass, no one can afford to miss the chance to be a part of the 2010 AMG premier. Cost: $15 Day pass $25 Weekend Pass **(all camping fees included)
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McDonald's Big Bass Splash — Mar 20-21, 2010
Scottsboro
Mar 20-21, Scottsboro
McDonald's Big Bass Splash
800-259-5508. www.sealyoutdoors.com. Admission charged. Goose Pond Colony--Amateur-only fishing tournament with a guaranteed payout of $150,000. Includes daily outdoor expo, a young anglers fishing contest, and hourly prizes to be awarded. 6 a.m.- 3 p.m.
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High Adventure Trip — Mar 23-25, 2010
Fort Payne Three-day adventure that begins with a wild cave tour on day one, rock climbing, rappelling, and an extreme night hike on day two, and ends with a relaxing canoe trip on day three. Dates: Feb 2-4, Mar 23-25, Apr 6-8, May 11-13, Jun 15-17. 10 a.m. Tues. - 1 p.m. Thurs.
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Rock Climbing Adventure — Mar 26, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Mobile Challenge of Champions Track Meet, 18th Annual — Apr 2-3, 2010
Mobile Apr 2-3, Mobile
Mobile Challenge of Champions Track Meet, 18th Annual
251-639-0303. www.mobilechallengeofchampions.net. Admission charged. UMS-Wright School (Apr. 2, 3-10 p.m.) & St. Paul's Episcopal School E.E.Delaney Stadium (Apr. 3, 1-8 p.m.) --One of the top high school track and field meets in the U.S. featuring some of the top prep track and field athletes from around the country.
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High Adventure Trip — Apr 6-8, 2010
Fort Payne Three-day adventure that begins with a wild cave tour on day one, rock climbing, rappelling, and an extreme night hike on day two, and ends with a relaxing canoe trip on day three. Dates: Feb 2-4, Mar 23-25, Apr 6-8, May 11-13, Jun 15-17. 10 a.m. Tues. - 1 p.m. Thurs.
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