Sunday, July 31, 2011

Culpeper International & Sprint Triathlon 2011

The picture says it all. This is the beginning of the Culpeper Sprint Triathlon July 30th 2011. The race expanded this year to add the International length on Saturday to make it a full weekend of racing in Culpeper. Unofficially over 800 Triathletes this year.
Both the Saturday and Sunday races were well attended. The views alone for the bike and run are worth the trip. Culpeper County is one of the most picturesque areas in the world. The setting is approximately 80 miles outside of Washington DC in the famous and historic Virginia Piedmont. Triathletes come from around the country and "Dare to Tri" in Culpeper. Setup Events is the race organizer and runs an excellent well organized race. The stay in the Town of Culpeper is comfortable with many world class restaurants to enjoy before or after the race.

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Fourth of July Culpeper

The Town of Culpeper celebrates the 4th of July with a style that our forefathers would be proud of. Beginning with the Freedom 5K in the morning to the parade thru the middle of town later in the day. The events are well planned with the traditional fireworks at Yowell Meadow Park to bring the celebration to a grand finale at dusk. The bridge pictured is located at Yowell Meadow Park. One of my favorite 4th of July scenes.