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Awaken all of your senses at the 4th Annual Tampico Grey Rock 50K Trail Run on July 12, 2008. The run winds you over and through noted landmarks such as White's Ridge, Foundation Ridge, Grey Rock Trailhead, and Ewe Neck. Participants will rise and fall over 6,000 feet of elevation, and you are sure to see Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier. Tampico is a mere 30 miles from Yakima, and the run is hosted by the Ahtanum Valley Museum. Go to www.ahtanumvalleymuseum.org for more information.

The Yakima Chapter of USA Dance is hosting special dance classes featuring renowned Seattle dance instructor Jeff House on May 16th and 17th. On Friday, private instuctions will take place followed by a dance in the evening. Saturday sessions include the waltz, salsa/mambo, the foxtrot, and the rumba. The public is welcome. To register or for prices contact Rhonda at 509-728-0818.

Group Health Yakima Ridges Ride To Benefit CMH Foundation's Strong Families Program

Saturday, May 17, 2008 6.30 a.m. - 9.00 a.m. start at Fred Meyer (and finish)

Central Washington's premiere bicycle ride featuring a choice of four scenic routes: 25, 50 , 70 or 100 miles! Winding over the ridges of the upper Yakima Valley, each route features rewarding landmarks of the area. The fully supported event includes numerous break stops and snacks, and a BBQ celebration at the finish line. 5400 ft climbing on the 100 mile route!

For more information, contact the Comprehensive Mental Health Foundation at (509) 574-5057 or Apple Valley Kiwanis at (509) 966-4475, or to register visit www.desertvalleyrides.com/rides

Your Canyon for a Day Bike Tour To Support Yakima County Crime Stoppers

Sunday, May 18, 2008 Start at 8.00 am-3.00pm at Roza Recreation Site (and finish)

A 35 mile round trip ride through the scenic Yakima River Canyon. The road follows the Yakima River up a gentle grade with few hills. The highway will be closed to through traffic. Enjoy after-ride concessions. A perfect ride for the whole family!

For more information, contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 248-9980 or email crime.stoppers@co.yakima.wa.us www.co.yakima.wa.us/bike tour

A welcome reception for both rides will be held at the Fairfield Inn and Suites on Friday, May 16, 2008 from 6-8 p.m.

The ASA Softball Season is about to kickoff at Kiwanis Fields at the Gateway Sports Complex. Men can knock the rust off their game on April 4-6 with the Early Bird tournament. New to the Gateway Complex Calendar this year are the ASA State Adult Open Invitational along with two girls fastpitch tournaments, the Dry-out Tournament (held in conjunction with Carlon Park in Selah) and the 10U A/B Regional Tournament.

One of the states finest softball complexes, Gateway, is professionally operated by the Yakima Parks and Recreation Department. To find out how you can participate in the Early Bird Tournament or another Amateur Softball Association tournament throughout the year contact Yakima Parks and Recreation at 509-575-6020.. . For More...