Pit Stops: May

We want to hang out! That’s part of the reason why we hit the road in the first place. Check back on our blog and social media handles regularly for updates on when and where we’ll be near you, but in the meantime, browse through our May schedule for event presences and meet-ups this month.

May 7th-8th: Cheat River Fest:

Come celebrate the Cheat River and help us welcome spring. Attendees will be giving back to the Cheat River Watershed in an event packed with good tunes, good people, and good vibes. Don’t miss out.

May 8th: Cheat River Clean- Up and Float:

As an extension of the festival, join Blackwater Outdoor Adventures and Live Outside and Play on Sunday May 8th at 10 am at Rowlesburg City Park for a group cleanup and float on the Cheat River.

May 12th: Trail Magic with IceMule Coolers:

Interested in becoming a trail angel? Join the Live Outside and Play crew along with IceMule Coolers for a chance to become one. On Thursday, May 12th at 4pm we will be providing Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers with trail magic in Shady Valley, Tenn. Remember! These hikers will be hungry. Come prepared.

May 13th—15th: Appalachian Trail Days:

This three-day festival in Damascus, Va., celebrates thru hikers past and present, along with the many characters who make the Appalachian Trail such an incredible resource. It’ll surely be an awesome time.

 May 16th: Colorado Bound!!!!:

The Live Outside and Play crew will be heading west on a mission to continually spread our motto “Go Outside and Play”. We will be joining our sister publication Elevation Outdoors on their event circuit as well as hosting 10 different meet-ups throughout the state of Colorado. Stay tuned!!!

May 20th—22nd: Grand Junction Off-Road:

For three days Grand Junction will be filled with as many bikes as people. This event celebrates the bicycle and captures the excitement that comes with riding one. Come ride the world-class Lunch Loops trail system, Butterknife Trail, and more. People of all experience levels are invited to come and ride!!!

May 27th-30th: CKS Paddlefest:

Known as the oldest and boldest whitewater paddling festival in the county, this event is sure to please. The event is held at the base of the Sawatch Mountains and right next to the Arkansas River in Buena Vista, Co. Clinics, competitions, races, and concerts make this event one awesome way to enjoy the Arkansas River and the town of Buena Vista.

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