Sporting Events

A scenic 90 mile bike race around Lake Winnebago that starts and finished at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac. All participants receive a DRI-WICK SHIRT, water bottle, finishers' medal, computer chip timing. Also receive a massage, ice bath, pasta dinner and beer after the event.

The Red Smith Banquet is one of the largest sports award banquets in the Midwest, with over 1,400 people attending. Each year sports enthusiasts gather early inside the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel, in downtown, Appleton, Wisconsin, for a great evening of talking sports with friends, enjoying a hearty meal and are entertained by sports hall of famers, future hall of famers, current players, nationally known sports figures and local sports stars.

All proceeds from the banquet go to youth sports organizations throughout Northeastern Wisconsin. M&I Bank along with J. J. Keller Foundation present a total of 5 scholarships, with one scholarship going to a student athlete from each of Appleton’s five high schools.

Mid August is an ideal time to accept a slightly longer challenge! The 7th Annual Oshkosh Triathlon offers triathletes an Olympic distance for those who want to graduate from a Sprint. Lake Winneconne offers warm water and a beautiful view. The spacious park is easy to access and has plenty of parking.

DISTANCE
Sprint: 1/4 mile swim, 16 mile bike, 3.1 mile run
Olympic: 3/4 mile swim, 32 mile bike, 6.2 mile run

Registration/Info: call 800-429-8044.

The Paper Discovery Duathlon in its eighth year will again be held at Riverside Park in Neenah, WI. This venue has ample parking. Family friendly, the event has a panoramic view of the river and features a playground where kids can gather and have a good time.

DISTANCE
2 mile run, 19.5 mile bike, 2 mile run

The 9th Annual, High Cliff Triathlon was named #1 Best Value Triathlon in 2011 by Triathlete Magazine. Sensationally beautiful, High Cliff Park is one of the most picturesque locations in Northeast Wisconsin. It features a panoramic view of Lake Winnebago.

DISTANCE
Half : 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run
Sprint: ¼ mile swim, 22 mile bike, 5K run

Health and Fitness Expo on Friday, May 11th. Running races, Expo and fireworks with entertainment on Friday. Cycling rides on Saturday, May 12th. 3-on-3 soccer and basketball tournaments on Sunday, ending with championship rounds in the afternoon.

The 3-on-3 basketball and soccer tournaments will take place at Oshkosh West and North High Schools. Expo will be held inside the Oshkosh Convention Center.

Catch "Spring Fever" during the 5th Annual Oshkosh Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk and Kid's Run, which offers scenic diversity from the historic homes to the river.

Distances: Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles 5K - 3.1 Miles.

State competition in Gymnastics, Team Basketball, Basketball Skills Unified Sports Basketball. Athletes train and compete at local levels in the following sports during the Indoor Sports Season. Athletes may go on to participate at the state level of competition.

Are you serious about getting in shape this winter? Don’t want to do it by yourself? Despite the laid-back sounding name, snowshoeing is a great cardiovascular workout. During each session, naturalist Jessica Miller will start w/ an indoor program focusing on a variety of different topics including proper winter attire, nutrition, preventing hypothermia or fatigue, purchasing snowshoes & more. We’ll then suit up & hit the trails, not for a leisurely hike but for a bout of invigorating exercise, increasing our speed & distance as the weeks progress. If snow conditions are not adequate & we cannot snowshoe, a walking hike will be substituted. A light snack & warm beverage will be included each week.

This event involves a three-hour workshop in which Dennis Hawk will explain the myths behind yoga poses. Listen to his ancient stories about gods, gurus & traditions of India that have shaped the development of yoga. Following is a yoga class, Kirtan-call & response chanting.