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Your Guide to an Active Lifestyle in the Tri-State 1
CONTENT
GET ACTIVE GUIDE
Tis is the second issue of the
Get Active Guide. Get Active
is published twice each year
with Spring/Summer and
Fall/Winter editions.

Get Active is distributed
throughout the Tri-state area.
Tis publication contains
information available at the
time of printing and is
subject to cancellations,
changes etc. Always
follow up with the event,
group, or business for the
most up to date information.
For Advertising,
Distribution, New Listings,
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Compiled and Produced by
Jim Bush & Steve Roelle
Cover photo provided by:
Erin Mattingly
INDEX
Introduction.........................................................................
Cover Story - Top 5 Excuses..............................................
Running Races.....................................................................
Cover Story - Bicycle Friendly Communities.................
Cycling Races.......................................................................
Triathlon Events..................................................................
Community Spotlight - Henderson, KY..........................
Map Directory.....................................................................
MAPS...................................................................................
Stay Connected....................................................................
Teams & Training Groups..................................................
Team Spotlight - Tour DEville..........................................
Active Kids...........................................................................
Got Gear...............................................................................
Good Food...........................................................................
Story - What we learned from Jim Fixx...........................
Health Clubs/Gyms............................................................
Chiropractic.........................................................................
Caught on Camera..............................................................
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Welcome to Get Active
WHY GET ACTIVE?
GET ACTIVE is the creation of Jim Bush and Steve Roelle, two Tri-State residents that are involved in the local event, ftness,
triathlon, and health scene.

We were tired of hearing about studies labeling us as the most obese area in the county. We were well aware of the numerous
groups, races, open spaces, and places to enjoy a fulflling active lifestyle. Our region has all the resources, but the problem is
that the information about these resources currently resides in hundreds if not thousands of separate locations.

Our frst goal with Get Active was to put
all of this information in one place and get
that information to everyone who needs it.
Our second goal was FREE. It needed to be
both free the public and free to be listed and
included inside.

We want to thank all of the advertisers who
believe in being active. Tose ads are what
allow this guide to be free and distributed.

Finally we want to thank all of the people who
provided articles, photos, and help along the
way. We could not have done it without you.

If you have an event or listing let us know and
we will make sure it is included in the next
issue. We strive to improve each and every
issue.
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1. Not Enough Time
I
n a 2012 survey, the average American spent 2.8 hours watching
television and 45 minutes of socializing per day. Many use these
facets to wind down or deal with the stress of life. What if I told
you that exercising, especially in the morning, can physically and
psychologically set you up for less stressful day? Studies show that
if we exercise in the morning, many hormones are set up to help us
throughout the day. Tese endorphins can help us increase our sense
of well-being, put us in a better mood because more of the happy
hormones are released and that combination has been shown to
make us more likely to eat better. We tend to value ourselves more,
which leads to less self-destructive behaviors and even helps curb food
cravings. It also increases our alertness and provides for
better sleep. It was found in an April, 2013 study that 9
million Americans use prescription sleep aids. If you stop
and think about this, if you keep the body at minimal
activity most of the day, it has rested so much that day
that its need for sleep decreases. Our bodies are built to
be in motion most of the day. Another reason for sleep
deprivation is anxiety and stress. Te hormones released
during exercise helps to decrease cortisol levels (stress
hormones) that notoriously high in Americans and is a
big culprit in our problem with high blood pressure. So,
set your alarm to wake up an hour early to get that body
in motion so it can begin to prepare for the day-physically,
psychologically and mentally. Also, by exercising in the
morning, your metabolism is being set up to burn much
more efectively throughout the day. So, that means, fring up that oven
in the morning creates a lingering fame that can help burn of those
calories.
When it comes to healthy eating, many complain that they dont have
time to fx healthy meals. One of the best appliances you can invest
$20-30 in is a crockpot. On busy days, you just throw it all in there and
forget about it. To save even more time, spend an 1-2 on the weekend,
prepping meals for the week. Most fruits and vegetables need little or
no preparation. Just get them washed, cut, and bagged up, ready to go.
Studies show that the closer that the food is to its natural state, the more
nutritious it is. Also, many good for you meats, like chicken or fsh
can be made quickly. It only takes 7-10 minutes to broil a nice salmon
or 10-15 minutes to grill or pan sear a juicy chicken breast. Tere are
many websites, cookbooks and Pinterest has a ton of healthy crockpot
meals that you mix, place in large resalable bags to refrigerate or freeze
for the upcoming week. When you do cook, double the recipe to take
for lunches for the week. A couple of hours of meal planning and prep
can save you so much time in trying to fnd something healthy to eat (so
many will fall into the pit of convenience foods at this point), can lead
to increased snacking and fnally ordering out.

2. Too Expensive
F
irst, lets talk about how much more youre
already spending that you may not be
aware of. Since the majority of us, 2/3 of
the population or 70% of Americans are at
least 20lbs overweight, these costs pertain
to you too. Not just the obese. We spend
3.4 billion million more on gas for our autos
(938 million gallons) per year to transport
our heavier selves. Airline industry spends at
least 1 billion (350 million gallons) more for
their increased gasoline cost to fy our heavier
bodies around. So, as we complain about the cost of gasoline, let us
remember these statistics. You will also see your cost of prescription
105% higher than someone who maintains a normal weight. Tere is an
additional 190 billion dollars added medical costs spent on overweight
Americans every year. You pay those co-pays and out-of-pocket costs.
Tey will continue to rise as long as the majority of Americans ft this
20+lb profle. We simply cant sustain this expense. More insurances
TOP 5 EXCUSES GIVEN FOR NOT GETTING
HEALTHY & HOW TO GET OVER THEM by Beth Gabhart
COVER STORY
D
id you know?
Healthy food
is cheaper when
you look at per
serving? Chips are
more expensive per
serving than carrots.
are giving discounts for those who have a normal weight, exercise
regularly and do not participate in risky behaviors such as smoking,
etc. Some insurance companies or businesses even assist in paying
for gym memberships. Many companies already have workout rooms
set-up and are free for employees. You dont have to go out and buy the
newest gadget or trendy equipment. A good pair of shoes for walking
or running will do just fne. Also, there are many free smart apps
that can help with monitoring your daily calorie or exercise intake. A
Harvard study found that it only cost $1.50 more per day to eat healthy.
Tat is less than what many of us spend on those fancy cofee drinks or
that Coke out of the soda machine. If we really sat down and looked
at our budgets, we would realize how much we spend on stuf that has
little or no long term beneft. Health is an investment that pays out,
not only in short term dividends, but long-term in ourselves and our
families. We spend an additional 14.3 billion dollars to pay for our
childrens own obesity epidemic. So, how can we feed our families
good food on a budget? Check
out those grocery store sales
and build your weekly meals
around what is on sale. Try
to buy fruits and vegetables
in season. Buy frozen when
fresh isnt available. Fix and
freeze lefovers for your own
convenience foods. Did you
know that healthy food is
cheaper when you look at per
serving? Chips are more expensive per serving than carrots and you get
no nutritional beneft, while carrots gives you tons along with fber to
fll you up. Tats why it takes almost the whole bag to fll you up. Be
careful with coupons. Most of these are for convenience or processed
foods, so dont get caught up in the 50 cents you save on that box meal
when you know it is cheaper, healthier and more satisfying when you
fx it yourself. So, plan your shopping trips then your meals.
3. Spouses and Children
W
hen we live with other people, we have some considerations
to take into, but not to use as an excuse. Women, especially,
will say that they cant exercise because of the lack of childcare. Tis
is where we have to get creative. Make deals with family and friends.
Ofer to watch their kids in exchange for them to watch yours. Most
of the time, having other kids over allows for them to have some
social time that they enjoy also. Also, many exercise facilities ofers
childwatch for free or a minimal fee. Also, plan active dates with your
kiddos. Take them to the zoo, play in a park and while theyre in the
sandbox, jump rope or do some push-ups. Tey will get a kick out
of you playing also and makes for a more memorable experience
for all. Get the stroller out and go on scheduled walks. Te fresh air
can help kiddos settle down for a nap, decrease irritability and is free
entertainment for them as they take in their surroundings. Tey will
like it when you speed up a bit and pretend its a ride. Doing exercise
in front of your kids sets an example of a healthy lifestyle that can
afect what choices they make. Children whose parents do almost
no physical activity increases their risk of being unft by 50%. When
surveyed, 2/3 of children said that their parents were not active. Tis
can speak volumes. Studies show that children learn behaviors most
through observation than speech. So, do as you say, because they are
watching and will take cues
from you on what they believe
is good choices. Did you
also know that family meals
increase bonding, decrease
anxieties and can prevent
eating disorders? Te more
that the family comes together
to enjoy a healthy meal, the
more benefts it serves the
family. Also, relationships
between spouses can be afected positively through a healthy lifestyle.
Couples who engage in regular exercise are 43% more likely to stick
with it as compared to only 6% who go at it alone. So, getting that
spouse on board can do you both good. It also helps in relationship
building if done together. Couples report decreased anxiety, increased
problem-solving capabilities and increased feelings of attractiveness.
So, it can add a spark that may be missing.
When it comes to healthy eating, many will complain that my kids
wont eat this or my spouse wont eat it. Some suggestions are to begin
to wean them of of the junk. Gradually change the food options they
have and when theyre hungry, they will only have good things to
choose from. Ask your spouse or kids to help with meal planning. It
gives them more options and empowers them to be a bigger part of
what should be a family lifestyle change. Make the food look good.
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You know when you see the vegetable or fruit trays in the store, they
look so much more appealing. So, make your own. Have a plate of
cut-up fruit or veggies that looks pretty. Also, set them out while
youre making dinner and you would be surprised how many times
they walk by and grab a carrot or grape. Many websites and smart apps
have healthy recipes along with reviews. Tis can help in knowing that
the majority of the people who tried it, liked it. Tis can save time,
money and frustration when the family snubs your new recipe. So,
in the beginning, pick popular recipes until you get a feel for cooking
healthy meals and know what your family likes.
4. Boredom
O
ne of the main reasons why so many end up quitting exercise
routines is boredom. Tey get tired of doing the same routine
and many times will reach a plateau on weight loss also if they dont
advance it. So, make sure that if your goal is weight loss, that you
increase the challenge of it every 2-4 weeks.
Your body only changes when it is adapt-
ing to a stressor. So, by exercising, you are
telling your body that the muscles have to
get stronger, heart and lungs have to be
capable of using oxygen more efectively
and your mind will begin to crave exer-
cise for its hormone stabilizing abilities to
keep your spirits up and stress down. So,
one way to do this is mix up your routines
or try diferent classes. Many times, you
can try a class for free to see if you like it
before paying. Also, look at fun activities
like bowling, swimming or dancing. An-
other avenue is the variety of Wii or X-box
programs like Zumba, Wii Fit or other videos. Tese do require more
willpower to make sure you do them instead of cleaning the house or
reading that good book on your nightstand. Another way to increase
your compliance while making it fun is to use that social time with
others as active times. Grab a friend or coworker and hit the pave-
ment. Go for a run afer work or meet at the gym for a good, sweaty
time together. We all feel good when we can hang out with friends
and talk, so just do it another way that is benefcial to both. What bet-
ter way to show that you care about that other person than to help get
them moving, reaching their goals and supporting them on a health
seeking journey. Another fun thing to do is sign up for charity walks
and races. You are more motivated if you have something to train
for. Also, many races are becoming more of a festival like event. You
can do color runs, obstacle races or even adventure races with whole
families.
5. I Dont Know How
W
ith 72 million Americans on some kind of diet and 40 billion
dollars spent on diet products per year, we know that some of
us are really trying. Te problem is that we listen to the commercials
about how this pill or powder will help you lose weight without having
to exercise or this exercise will burn of so many calories that you can
still eat whatever you want. Lets stop fooling ourselves. Te science
is simple. You must burn of more calories than you take in. Te
problem is that our food choices are so poor that it is easy to take in
so many calories without getting
full because our American diets
are so lacking in nutrients and
fber, but full of fats and sugars.
Tat combined with our lack of
exercise is a recipe for the pounds
to continually pack on. We have
to put an end to this cycle, but
how? First, talk to your physician.
He/she already knows that youre
overweight, so its no secret here.
He/she is a reliable and safe frst
step in fnding out where to start.
He can refer you to a dietician that
can begin to teach you healthy
eating habits. Tis is especially important if you have diseases such
as diabetes. Tere are also certifed nutritionist out there that can
assist if you do not have complications such as diabetes that can help
with meal planning. You want to make sure that who you talk to is
educated in nutrition and not just a diet product. Studies continually
show that eating whole foods that have been minimally processed in
the right proportions along with healthy snacking is the way to long-
term weight loss. Many diet products sold will get you quick weight
loss, but the majority of the time, within a year, they have gained it
COVER STORY
all back and then some. Our bodies are not meant to be fed artifcial
foods that mimic nutrients that can only be properly utilized in real
food. Even if the product contains minerals and nutrients, there are
no scientifc studies showing their absorption rates, health benefts
and that they promote healthy, prolonged weight loss. It is time to
quit fooling ourselves. We know what we should be doing, but are not
doing it. It is time to start taking responsibility for our health. We
have more tools now than ever. You can sign up for weekly meal plans
that can be delivered to you via email or text that can help you learn to
prepare meals. You can join your local YMCA where staf is trained in
exercise knowledge and safety. If you need that accountability or more
guidance in what kind of exercise to do, hire a certifed personal trainer.
Making sure that they are certifed is important because he/she has been
educated in exercise, safety and has the knowledge to help you stay on
track, while preventing injuries. You can join running groups, other
exercise groups or create your own with family, friends or coworkers
who share in the same goal of getting ft and healthy. Share recipes,
ideas, childwatch duties so others can exercise and most importantly,
you gain that support group that can get you through the rough patches.
You also share in accountability. It is a lot easier to get up early and
meet that person for a workout than going at it alone. Sign-up for apps
like Fitness Pal that help you keep track of calories and even has a social
network of friends so others can cheer you on. Te most important is
to frst speak with your doctor and get clearance for activity, referrals
if needed and the medical advice you may need to make sure you stay
healthy on this journey. Ten look for educated, reliable resource
people to guide you in nutrition and activity. Speak with family and
friends about your desire to make better choices and ask for their
support. Set-up accountability programs like apps that keep track of
your calories and exercise. Join groups or fnd a workout buddy who
wont let you sleep in or a trainer that will be waiting for you with a
smile on and supportive advice. Talk to your kids about how they can
help. Get everyone around you on board as much as possible. Tey say
it takes a village to raise a child. Tis kind of lifestyle change can be one
that needs the same type of support for successful development. Te,
you can inspire someone else. So, lets not only stop the cycle of obesity,
but create a new cycle of health for us and the future.
Beth Gabhart, RN
ASCM certifed Personal Trainer & certifed Nutrition coach
Certifcation in Plant-Based Nutrition through Cornell University
kaegab@rtccom.net
Save the 2014 Dates!
February 8, 2014
March 15, 2014
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Sponsored by
Race Time: 9 a.m.
Events: Running race, challenged athlete division, and FREE kids runs.
A contest, funfest, and awards will follow each race.
Register for all three races at a bargain price of
$
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For more information visit
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call 812/465-1265, or email gbower@usi.edu.
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MARCH
March 1
Bound the Mound
5K, 10K,3.1 Trail, Evansville
www.BoundTheMound.com
March 8
Valhalla 5K Run
Poseyville, IN
Valhalla5k.com
March 8
Springout 5k
Herrin, IL
rivertoriver.net
March 8
Land Between the Lakes
23k, Marathon , 50k, 50
Mile
Golden Pond, KY
www.wkrc.org
March 8
St. Clement Church 5K
Boonville, IN
stclementparish.org

March 8
March Set GO 5K
Lewisport, KY
DoActivities.com

March 15
Run Of Luck 7K
Evansville, IN
usi.edu/running
SEE OUR AD page 7
March 15
St. Patricks Day Dash
5K/10k
Owensboro, KY
owensboro.org/node/1175
March 15
Andrea Boes Memorial
5k/10K
Washington, IN
andreaboesmemorial5k10k.
com
March 15
Runnin of the Irish 5k/10k
Effngham, IL
IrishRun.com
March 22
Race for your Rear 5K
Henderson, KY
methodisthospital.net/getpage.
php?name=index
March 22
Color Blast 5K
Owensboro, KY
colorblast5k.org
APRIL
April 5
Two Costume 5k Fun Run
Owensboro, KY
signmeup.com/site/online-
event-registration/98480
April 5
Dubois County Special
Olympics 5K Run/Walk
Jasper, IN
sildmarines.com/5krun.htm
April 6
Shoe Shuffe 5k
Evansville, IN
raceit.com/search3/event.
aspx?id=25208
April 12
Grant G. Talbott Mem. 5k
Owensboro, KY
legacy.owensboro.kctcs.edu/5k
April 12
Spring into Fitness
Evansville IN
usi.edu/running
SEE OUR AD on page 7
April 19
Color Me Fun 5K
Evansville, IN
Facebook.com/
events/222078434608558
April 19
Rise Up and Run 5K
Evansville, IN
30daysofpoverty.com/run
April 19
Hope in Motion 5k Run in
Color | Evansville, IN
facebook.com/chancetohope
Te running calender was put together with the help of
Tri-State Fitness. Visit TriStateFit.com to keep on top of the
regions events. Remember - events, dates, & times are subject
to change. Always check with events for updates.
RUNNING EVENTS
RUNNING EVENTS
Mark Your Calendar or Register on-line Now!
Vantage Oncology & Therapy Associates
in Partnership with Area Urologists Present

Blue
Ribbon
R
iver
R
un
&
Prostate Cancer Awareness
4 Mile Walk/Run - 9 am

Step it up for Mens Health
7:30 am - Prostate Cancer Survivors
Breakfast/Procession
8:45 am - One Mile Walk/Run
9:00 am - Four Mile Walk/Run
10:30 am - Kids Dash
11:00 am - Awards followed by Grillin
for Gilda BBQ Cook-Off Contest!
Register on-line at evansvillecancercenter.com
For more information call 812-474-6000
or email Robin at rlawrence@vantageoncology.com
With your $20 donation ($15 for kids 12 & under) to the
Blue Ribbon River Run you will be registered for the event
& receive a race shirt (First 800 people). Proceeds from BRRR
to beneft three cancer related non-profts, Gildas Club Evansville,
TOUCH & Cancer Care Options, Inc.
S
aturday,
J
une
7
th, 2014
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am,
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SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014
Learn more at:
www.30DaysOfPoverty.com/run
RUN TO RAISE AWARENESS AND ACTION
TO FI GHT POVERTY I N EVANSVI LLE
RUN
5K/10K
April 2014
Habitat for Humanity Tri Fest 5K run
Henderson,KY
hendersonhabitat.org/?page_id=755
April 26
Newburgh Young Life 5K Mud Run.
Evansville, IN
riseupandrun.com
April 26
St. Jude Give Hope. Run.
Evansville, IN
fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?fr_
id=17700&pg=entry
April 26
Run from the Cops 5k
Owensboro, Ky
doactivities.com/events/2014-run-cops-5k/
Submit your Event: www.GetActiveGuide.com
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COMMITMENT MEANS
STAYING LOYAL TO
WHAT YOU SAID YOU
WERE GOING TO DO
LONG AFTER THE
MOOD YOU SAID IT IN
HAS LEFT YOU.
Free Health
Screenings
Nutritional
Presentations
Fitness
Presentations
Upcoming race
booths
Kids Activities
Samples
Chiropractic Care
Guest Speakers
Give Aways
Demos
Wellness info from
Childhood to Senior
Living
MUCH MUCH MORE
Taking Place at USI this weekend will be also be the River Run Packet Pick Up and
Pasta Dinner, the Indiana Senior Games, and YMCA Kids Triathlon. Please come
out and see what the local health and wellness community has to ofer!

For a complete schedule of events and times, or to become a vendor please go to:
www.GetActiveGuide.com/expo.html
FREE TO THE PUBLIC
May 16th and May 17th
University of Southern Indiana PAC
RUNNING EVENTS
FREE RUNNING GROUP
All ages and paces welcome.
Great routes and support.
Demos, samples or clinics post run each week
Building to the 10 mile River Run on May 17th
Join us for one all all of the runs

MORE INFO
evansvilleriverrun.com/training-series

UPCOMING RUNS
Dates and Starting Locations
3/22 7mi Yoga 101 (stretching for runners 2)
3/29 7mi Starbucks Green River Rd (Starbucks cofee & food
samples)
4/5 8mi Ultimate Fit (slow motion video gait analysis)
4/12 Spring Into Fitness 10K (separate paid registration required)
4/19 9mi Starbucks Newburgh (Starbucks cofee and food samples)
4/26 9mi Yoga 101 (stretching for runners 3)
5/3 10mi Ri Ra Irish Pub
5/10 8mi Lamasco Bar And Grill (breakfast food sampling)
RUNNING EVENTS
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RUNNING EVENTS
April 26
Press on to the Goal
Evansville, IN
evansvillelutheranschool.com/
home
MAY
May 2
Derby Trot Midnight 5K
Owensboro, KY
nbowensboro.org/derby-trot-
5k

May 3
Newburgh Rivertown Trail
5K
Newburgh, IN
newburghrivertowntrail.com
May 3
Azalea Blossom Run
Petersburg, IN
http://www.tri-cap.net/
May 3
Derby Day 5K
Owensboro, KY
doactivities.com/events/derby-
day-5k/
May 9
Rockin River City
Glo Run 5k
Evansville, IN
rockinrivercityride.org
May 10
Bark in the Park 5K
Washington, IN
facebook.com/FFABarkIn-
ThePark
May 10
Bar-B-Q fest 5k
Owensboro, KY
bbqfest.com/event_runwalk.
shtml
May 10
Run for a Nurse 5k
Vincennes, IN
www.gshrun4anurse.com

May 17
Fight Strong 5k Princeton, IN
www.TriStateFit.com
May 17
The River Run 10 miler
Henderson, to Evansville
EvansvilleRiverRun.com
SEE OUR ADS Pg. 10, 11
May 17
Armed Forces Day 5K
Jasper, IN
www.sildmarines.com/Armed-
Forces.htm
May 26
Memorial Day 13.1
Half-Marathon
Owensboro,KY
owensboroparks.org/?page_
id=1148
May 30
Glow in the Park 5K
Evansville, IN
glowintheparkrun.com/loca-
tions2014/evansville.htm
May 30
VIC-tory 5K Run/Walk
Henderson, KY
(270) 831-2273
May 31
Big Blue Riverfront Relay
Marathon
Owensboro, KY
BigBlueRelay.com
May 31
Lace Up Against Cancer 5k
Mt. Vernon, IN
JUNE
June 7
Blue Ribbon River Run
Newburgh, IN
evansvillecancercenter.com
June 7
Run Under the Stars
10 Hour | Paducah, KY
ultrasignup.com/register.
aspx?did=26392
June 2014
St. Wendel Grillin &
Chillin 5K | Wadesville, IN
June 14
Indian/Celina Challenge
8mile, 13.1, and 26.2 trail
Perry County, IN
runperrycounty.com/Indi-
anCelinaChallenge.html
June 2014
Grass Roots series 4K run
Evansville, IN
gousieagles.com
June 13
Get Dirty MUD RUN
Evansville IN
RiseUpAndRun.com/Get-
Dirty-2014
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 58
June 14
Howl at the Moon - night
Evansville In
RiseUpAndRun.com/Get-
Dirty-2014
June 21
Heimatfest 5K Run/Walk
Ferdinand, IN
ferdinandindiana.org
June 21
Laufenfest 5K
Haubstadt, IN
Laufenfest.com
June 21
Linton Freedom Fest 5K
Linton, IN
lintonfreedomfestival.org
July 26
Zoo Family Fun Day 5k
Evansville, IN
meskerparkzoo.com/calendar
June 28
Colon Screening for Life
5k
Evansville IN
colonscreeningforlife.com
SEE OUR AD BELOW
JULY
July 4
Big Bang 5K
Evansville, IN
gerwc.com

July 12
5k on the Runway
Evansville, IN
ymcaswin.org
July 19
MidSummersNight Relay
Marathon | Evansville, IN
www. MidSummersNightRelay-
Marathon.com
RUNNING EVENTS
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July 26
5k Corn Fun Run/Walk
Utica, KY
trunnellsfarmmarket.com/
events/5k-corn-fun-run.php
July 2014
Grass Roots series 4K run
Evansville, IN
gousieagles.com
July 2014
Miles for MV
Mt Vernon, IN
MilesForMv.com
July 2014
Night Flight 4 M. or 1 mile
Evansville, IN
gousieagles.com
AUGUST
August 2
Viking Assault 5K
Evansville, IN
vikingassault.com
August 9
FOX on the RUN 5K
Henderson, KY
bluegrassinthepark.com
August 9
YMCA 5K/10K
Evansville, IN
evansvillehalfmarathon.
org/warm-up-runs
SEE OUR AD this page
August 9
Glow in the Park 5k
Owensboro 5k
glowintheparkrun.com/loca-
tions2014/owensboro.htm
August 10
Full Moon Fever Trail Race
Series #1 Evansville, IN
40lbSledgeHammer.com
August 30
Heartland Half Marathon
& 5K
Jasper, IN
heartlandhalfmarathon.com
August 2014
Stegemoller Classic 6K
Evansville, IN - USI
SEPTEMBER

September 6
YMCA 15K | Evansville
org/warm-up-runs
SEE OUR AD this page
September 8
September 2014
Race for Recovery 5K Run/
Walk | Evansville, IN
www.drugfreecounty.org/race/
September 13
Fido Walk, Rock & Run 5K
Evansville, IN
vhslifesaver.org/community/
events_detail.html?ID=13
September 2014
Mt. Vernon Kiwanis Club
10K | Mt. Vernon, IN
mtvernonriverdays.wikispaces.
com
September 13 and 20
Walk to End Alheimers
Evansville, IN - Sept 20
Owensboro, KY - Sept 13
http://act.alz.org/site/
PageServer?pagename=walk_
homepage
September 27
Pumpkin Run/Walk 5K
Poseyville, IN
www.pumpkinrun5k.com
September 28
Race for the Cure
Evansville, IN
KomenEvansville.org
OCTOBER
October 2014
Because Breathing Matters
5K | Holland, IN
becausebreathingmatters.com/
events/5k-run-walk
October 2014
Power Run 5K Run/Walk
Owensboro, KY
omu.org/products_&_services/
power_run
October 4
YMCA Half Marathon
Evansville, IN
org
SEE AD ABOVE
October 8
October 2014
Dogs and Suds 5K
Newburgh, IN
warrickhumanesociety.org/
Dogs_and_Suds.html#5K
October 11
5K Run and Leisure Walk
for the Missions
Oakland City, IN
fgbchurch-daycare.com
October 2014
Legends Spooky Trail Race
Owensboro, KY
thenextlegend.com
RUNNING EVENTS
Pick up the Fall/Winter issue for more Events
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RUNNING EVENTS
October 2014
Medical Center 10K Classic
Bowling Green, KY
themedicalcenter10kclassic.
com/
October 2014
Stomp Out Parkinsons
Community Walk
Evansville, IN
walk.theparkinsoncouncil.org
October 2014
Bobs Gym 5K
Evansville, IN
bobsgym.com/
NOVEMBER
November 1
Chilly Hilly Trail 5K
Henderson, KY
westernky.ja.org
November 6
November 2014
Mentor KIDS 5k
Owensboro, KY
facebook.com/mentorkidsky
November 21
OARWC TURKEY DAY 5
MILER
Owensboro, KY
owensbororunningclub.com
November 22
Drumstick Dash 8K,1 Mile
Evansville, IN
EvansvilleRescueMission.
org
SEE OUR AD - PAGE 14
November 27
Turkey Trot 5K
Henderson, KY
turkeytrotky.com/

November 27
Old National Turkey Day
5K | Evansville, IN
evvgoodwill.org
DECEMBER
Dec 6
Reinder Relay Marathon
Evansville, IN
RiseUpAndRun.com/
Reindeer-relay
SEE OUR ADD ABOVE
Dec 6
December 2014
Jingle Bell Run
Evansville IN
www.JBREvansville.org
December 2014
Run This Whey (10 Mile)
Evansville, IN
swiftathletics.com
Decemeber 2014
The Bolt Trail Run 5K
Evansville, IN
riseupandrun.com/the-bolt
Pick up a
Fall/Winter
Edition for all the
Fall events &
2015 Calendar
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A Bicycle Friendly Community Benefts More Tan Cyclists
O
n February 4, 2014, Evansville submitted an application to the League of American Bicyclists (LAB) in hopes of
becoming the 10th Indiana community to earn a coveted designation. Just as important will be LABs feedback specifc
to Evansvilles needs, providing guidance on how to become a more bicycle friendly community.
Te LAB feedback will address fve areas, Engineering, Education, Enforcement, Encouragement, and Evaluation and
Planning. LAB feedback will also be determined based upon how it impacts the 60+% of the community that would like to
bike more, but do not.

Te most crucial aspect of the LAB feedback will be how to address those concerns. LAB will suggest ways to impact systems
change policies, procedures, laws, etc. that can have the long term impact necessary to transform Evansville into a Bicycle
Friendly Community.

Examples of LAB feedback might be:
Creating a comprehensive bicycle plan to create more bicycle routes, parking, and Complete Streets
Bicycle lanes are more clearly marked on the street
Policies and laws are created and enforced to promote cycling
Better bicycle education for adults and children, cyclists and non-cyclists
More bicycle events
More engaged law enforcement through training and involvement
Ongoing assessment of progress

Te best part is that this systems change approach will not only impact that 60+% that want to bike more, but do not but
also the smaller percentage of fearless, confdent cyclists as well. It will even beneft those in the community that do not want
to bike at all.
More access to bicycle friendly routes and increased safety benefts everyone in the community. Look at that picture of
Oak Hill Road, a local example of a Complete Street. On a Complete Street, there continues to be a place for motorists,
but there are also places for cyclists and pedestrians as well. If this street led to your destination, you would have more safe
transportation choices.
Becoming a Bicycle Friendly Community is great opportunity to rebrand
Evansville as an attractive destination to live, work, play, and visit.
From the Cover
Even a dedicated bicycle lane along a road without sidewalks would provide pedestrians and runners a safer route. Motorists
will feel less stress driving on roads with bicycle lanes as any ambiguity as to where cyclists should be, real or perceived, is
removed.
Other infrastructure projects, like Road diets, (transforming 4 lane roads to three with a dedicated turn-only center lane) have
many benefts as well. Pedestrians no longer have to cross four lanes of trafc at once, cyclists are not contending with lane-
changing motorists, and motorists experience less stress without an impact to their commute times.
A Bicycle Friendly Community designation will also beneft the city itself. In addition to improved access and safety, research
shows bicycle friendly communities positively impact economic development, public health, the environment, and real estate
value, just to name a few.
More research can be found at: http://www.evansville-areatrailscoalition.org/?page_id=430
Cities can promote a Bicycle Friendly designation to attract new businesses. Businesses can promote a Bicycle Friendly
designation to attract new talent. Colleges and Universities can promote a Bicycle Friendly designation to expand enrollment.
We are in competition with other cities for these, as well as our current residents, students, and businesses -- whether we want
to be or not.
Becoming a Bicycle Friendly Community is great opportunity to re brand Evansville as an attractive destination to live, work,
play, and visit.
Written by Drew Hays,
Executive Director of the
Evansville-Area Trails
Coalition
From the Cover
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CYCLING
March
March 16
Rockport Rampage #3 Cyclo-
cross
Rockport, IN
bluffcitycycling.blogspot.com/
April
April 13
Rockport Rampage #4 Cyclo-
cross
Rockport, IN
bluffcitycycling.blogspot.com
May
May 3 - 4
Harmonie 100
New Harmony, IN 27 or 50
HarmonieHundred.net
May 10
Rockin River City Ride
5K, 10K , 25K, 60K, 100K
Evansville, IN
rockinrivercityride.org
SEE OUR AD THIS PAGE

May 12
HammerFest
12 mile time trial #1
Hatfeld, IN
TheHammerFest.com
May
Panter Creek Time Trial
Owensboro, KY
rcrcycling.com
May 23 -24
Southern Five Mtb Series -
Angel Mounds | Evansville, IN
40lbsledgehammer.com

May 24
CRAM
Clarksville, TN 20,35, 62, 100 mi.
bikethecram.com
May 23-25
Horsey 100
Georgetown, KY. 34, 50, 75 mi..
bbc.clubexpress.com
June
June 7
River City Bicycle Classic
Races
Evansville, IN
rcbclassic.blogspot.com
June 9
HammerFest 12 mile time
trial #2
Hatfeld, IN
TheHammerFest.com
CYCLING EVENTS
Photo by Rhonda Kay
CYCLING
June 13-14
French Lick, IN
June 2014
Owensboro, KY
rcrcycling.com
June 2014
Ridin For A Reason
Henderson, KYs 12, 36, 62 mi.
hendersonrotaract.org
June 28
Ferdinand State Forest, IN
July
July 8
HammerFest 12 mile time trial #3
Hatfeld, IN
TheHammerFest.com
July 12
Ben Hawes | 40lbsledgehammer.com
July
Owensboro, KY
rcrcycling.com
July 12
RAIN
Terre Haute, IN 160 mi
rainride.org
July 20
The Burning Quad
Evansville, IN
TheBurningQuad.com
August
August 9
Jasper Strassenfest Bike Ride
Jasper, IN 20,5 0, 62 mi.
JasperStrassenfest.org
August 9
Henderson Pickin & Pedalin
12, 38, 62 | Henderson, KY
pickinandpedalin.com
August 9
New Harmony, IN

August 10
Schweitzer Fest Bicycle Tour
Tell City, IN 6,18,31,62
http://tellcityschweizerfest.com/
August 11
HammerFest 12 mile time trial
Hatfeld, IN
TheHammerFest.com
August 30
Sunrise Century
Clarksville, TN Rossview 3,61, 100 mi..
www.clarksvillecentury.com/
September
September
Lyles Station Ride
Princeton, IN 20,45,62 mi.
lylesstationbicycleride.com
September 6
PAC Challenge
Madisonville, KY 10,22,41,62 mi. $$
facebook.com/pages/Pennyrile-Area-
Cyclists/284667121571
September 20
Pedaling For Pups
New Harmony, IN 23,46,64
pedalingforpups.webs.com
September
Misaligned Minds
Paducah, KY 25,40,65,100
bikeworldky.com
October
Oct 16
Great Pumpkin Metric
Evansville, IN 16, 31, or 62 mi.
EvansvilleBicycleClub.org
Oct 10-12
Hilly Hundred
Ellettsville, IN 57 mi.
hillyhundred.org

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Photo by Rhonda Kay
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March
March 2
YMCA Indoor Triathlon
Henderson, KY
hcfymca.com/docs/indoor-triathlon.pdf
May
May 17
YMCA Kids Tri
USI, Evansville, IN
EvansvilleYMCAtriathlon.org
SEE OUR AD BELOW

May 17
Thunder in the Valley
Terre Haute, IN
cross-roads-events.com

May 31
Toughman Half
Richmond, IN
americamultisport.com/toughman-half/
June
June 1
Southern Indiana Tri
Louisville, KY
http://racethebridge.com
June 7
Muncie June Triathlon
Muncie IN
www.americamultisport.com/events/
muncie-june-triathlon/

June 14
Lakewood Valley Tri
Owensboro KY
www.owensboroymca.org/triathlon/
July
July 12
Ironman Muncie 70.3
Muncie, IN
Ironman.com
July 13
Buckhead Boarder
Challenge Spr/Oly
Jeffersonville, IN
borderchallengetri.com
July 19th
SITT 70.3 - Free Team Race
Newburgh, IN
www.sitriteam.com
SEE OUR AD ON NEXT PAGE
August
August 2
GetFitKY Sprint Tri
Morganfeld KY
getftkentucky.com/events/get-ft-ky-
sprint-triathlon/
August 3
TRI INDY
Indianapolis, IN
http://www.tuxbro.com
August 9
Columbus Sprint Tri
Columbus, IN
Foundationforyouth.com/triathlon.html
August 10
Mid-August Meltdown
Effngham IL
cuttingedgeevents.net/mam10.html

August 16
Evansville YMCA Tri
Booneville, IN
http://evansvilleymcatriathlon.
org
SEE OUR AD on PAGE 15
August 2014
Posey Co Red Cross Tri
New Harmony, IN
www.redcrosstri.org
August 24
IronMan Louisville
Louisville, KY
ironmanlouisville.com
September
September 20
Lake Lemon Tri - sprint
Bloomington, IN
www.lakelemontri.com
Pick up the
Fall / Winter Guide
for Fall Event
Details and info on
the 2015 season
SWIMBIKERUN EVENT CALENDAR
TRIATHLON
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Henderson, Kentucky is a great place to be active with a
variety of locations and events for walkers, runners, and
cyclists.

Anyone who enjoys the riverfront in Evansville, Owensboro
or Newburgh and has not been to Henderson is in for nice
surprise.

John James Audubon State Park is a true gem of our region
and should not be missed.
HENDERSON,
KENTUCKY
SPOTLIGHT
LOCAL EVENT S - see race calender for more details
March 2 - HendersonYMCA indoor triathlon
March 22 - Race for your Rear 5k
April 25 - Tri Fest 5k
May 17 - Te River Run 10 Miler
May 30 - VIC-tory 5k
June - Ridin for a Reason - bicycling tour
Aug 9 - Fox on the Run 5k
Aug 9 - Pickin and Peadlin Bicycle Tour
Nov 1 - Chilly Hilly Trail 5k
MANY great walking tours all year - HendersonKY.org for more
SPOTS TO HIT
Audonbon State Park
Henderson Riverwalk and River Front
Sandy Lee Watkins Park
Tons of great rural cycling routes
Erin Mattingly
Erin Mattingly

To fnd out more about Henderson, Kentucky and everything it has to ofer
make sure to bookmark the Henderson County Tourist Commision.
www.HendersonKY.org
THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT
A quick look at the Greater Henderson Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
Te entire 43 page plan which was put together by the Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization can be read here
http://www.evansvillempo.com - it is under Henderson 2014 Bicycle Pedestrian Plan
Te Greater Henderson Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is a planning efort
to make the Henderson area more bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly.

It is full of great resource and information. It includes details on the history, the
present conditions, and the future plans for Henderson. It goes into detail on routes,
costs, timetables, bike lane design, and more. It looks like some great improvement
are coming to Henderson soon. Te plan includes proposed networks of 10 miles
of bike lanes, 11 miles of shared lanes and approximately 100 miles of signed routes
For those looking to explore Henderson right now there are several great Easter Eggs in
this plan. It not only lets you know about the current trails already in use, but it maps out
around 100 miles of great rural riding around Henderson.
COMMUNITY
Erin Mattingly Erin Mattingly
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Our region is flled with great places to get active.
Below are just a few a few of them.
MAP INDEX
NOTE: Many of these maps have been shrunk to ft our guide. Quality can be an issue. Our goal is to show you the
great places in our backyard. Please visit the providers website or the location itself to pick up full size versions.
Looking for even more places:
Try your local parks department | Visit your chamber of commerce or visitors bureau
Visit the bicycle groups web pages or bike stores for safe riding routes and group rides
Visiting the running clubs online and shoe stores for safe running routes
Adkisson Greenbelt - NEW.........
Angel Mounds................................
Audobon Park................................
Ben Hawes - UPDATED...............
Bike EVV........................................
Blue Grass Bike Routes................
Burdette Park Trails......................
Evansville in Motion.....................
New Harmonie State Park...........
Pigeon Creek Greenway...............
Scales Lake Trails -UPDATED....
USI to Burdette..............................
USI to Bent Tree............................
USI South Campus Map..............
Walk EVV.......................................
provided by Owensboro Parks.............................................
provided by Friends of Angel Mounds................................
provided by Friend of Audobon...........................................
provided by Owensboro Parks.............................................
provided by UpGrade............................................................
provided by Evansville Trails Coalition..............................
provided by Evansville Trails Coalition..............................
provided by Vanderburgh County Health Dept................
provided by New Harmonie State Park..............................
provided by Evansville Trail Coalition................................
provided by Brad Scales.........................................................
provided by USI.....................................................................
provided by USI.....................................................................
provided by USI.....................................................................
provided by UpGrade............................................................
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Adkisson Greenbelt - Owensboro, Ky

Find map and details here - www.owensboroparks.org/?page_id=38
Adkisson Greenbelt Park

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ANGEL MOUNDS
8215 Pollack Ave, Evansville IN

Running, Walking, Biking and Hiking
Find out more at --- www.angelmounds.org
Bound the Mound 2014
Photo by Rhonda Kay
MAPS
John James Audubon State Park
3100 US Hwy 41 North , Henderson, KY 42419
Map can be found here - http://parks.ky.gov/!userfles/aParkBrochures/Maps/JohnJamesAudubon.pdf
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Map No. 43018
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Rudy Mine Trails
Single Track 2012
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Ben Hawes Park Boundary
Brown: Easiest (apx. < .25 mile)
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Purple: Easiest (apx. < .25 mile)
Red: Easiest (apx. .75 mile)
White: Easy (apx. > .25 mile)
Yellow: Easy (apx. 1 .75 mile)
Blue: Intermediate (apx. 6.2 miles)
Green: Easy (apx. 2.0 miles)
Rudy Mines Trails
Ben Hawes Park
Owensboro, KY
MAPS
Bike EVV MAP
Provided by UPGRADE
Get your copy at www.upgradenow.org or
any of the Evansville Bicycle Shops
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YOU CANT BUY HAPPINESS,
BUT YOU CAN BUY A BIKE &
THAT IS PRETTY CLOSE!
MAPS
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Frederick
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