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July 2, 2009
See little Suzie run. See little Suzie improve her self-esteem. See Suzie avoid eating disorders and pregnancy during her teenager years. See Suzie grow up to become a confident woman who realizes her potential.
Spotlight On:
Leslie Ross - Head Backcountry Babe
According to local legend, Leslie Ross, founder of Babes in the Backcountry emerged from the womb skiing. Alpine and freeheeler extraordinaire, Leslie has won numerous races and events, including top finishes in the South American Free Skiing Championships, the Big Mountain Extreme Skiing Competition and the North American Free Skiing Competition. Leslie is also the three time National Telemark Free Skiing Champion, earning her the overall US Telemark Championship Award title in 2002.
When she's not holding her own amongst the big dogs, Leslie is spreading her love of skiing. Leslie is a ski ambassador for Patagonia and Black Diamond, an AIARE qualified avalanche educator and a PSIA certified Level III Telemark instructor. In 1996, Leslie founded Babes in the Backcountry, a group dedicated to educating women with the outdoor skills to enable them to be confident and self-reliant in the backcountry. Learn more about Leslie's inspiring adventures at www.babesinthebackcountry.com.
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Graceful Edge Sponsored Event
July 17 - 19, 2009: She Does Tri
Immerse yourself into the world of triathlons with a weekend of training and practice, just for women. Whether you're preparing for your first or twentieth triathlon, these camps will focus on the specific needs of women for training, nutrition and racing. Each camp is limited to only 20 women so sign up now to reserve your spot.
Where: Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road, Baltimore, MD
Cost: $595. Special discount price for Graceful Edge readers: $495 (Enter discount code "graceful" and save $100)
Check It Out: www.shedoestri.com
Sponsored Event
October 9 - 12, 2009: Jamaican Bliss Flor Escape
Escape to paradise with Flor Escapes to Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Enjoy two miles of sun kissed beach, one of the Caribbean's most impressive holistic spas and luxurious accommodations. This all-inclusive trip includes a host of wellness activities such as yoga classes, a personalized 60-minute massage, a workshop on how to create herbal infused bath soaks and much more! Also included are ALL meals & beverages and roundtrip airport transfer. Extra bonus: Book before July 15, 2009 and receive a complimentary 30-minute Oceanic Sea Salt Scrub ($90 value).
Where: Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Cost: Starting from $989 excluding tax and airfare. See website for details.
Check It Out: www.florescapes.com