Year of Sports

Explore Our World -- JSU Kids into Nature Camp Advanced (Ages 7-9) — Jul 7-11, 2008
Jacksonville
Jul 7-11, Jacksonville "Explore Our World" JSU Kids Into Nature Camp Advanced 256-782-5697. fieldschool.jsu.edu. Jacksonville State Univ.--This camp is presented by JSU Field Schools for children who love to explore nature and want to know more about how the natural world works...from the little microbes that help create soil to the big animals that live in various habitats. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. [more]

World Championship Domino Tournament, 34th Annual — Jul 11-12, 2008

Andalusia
Jul 11-12, Andalusia World Championship Domino Tournament 334-222-5830. www.worlddomino.com. Andalusia Kiwanis Fair Complex--More than 300 people participate in this tournament filled with fun, fellowship and competition for all ages. More than $20,000 in cash and trophies awarded. Fri., & Sat.; Registration 6:30 a.m.; Game begins 8 a.m., sweepstakes drawings, Sat., 7 p.m. [more]

51st Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament — Jul 12, 2008
Dauphin Island
Jul 12, Dauphin Island 51st Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament 251-471-0025. www.adsfr.com. Fee for particpants only. Dauphin Island--A special one-of-a-kind fishing tournment to help get kids off the count and into the outdoors. Prizes awarded; every child receives a participation gift. Proceeds benefit Mobile Jaycees Christmas Shopping Tour. [more]

Wet Dog Triathlon, 9th Annual — Jul 12, 2008
Decatur
Jul 12, Decatur Wet Dog Triathlon 256-353-0157. Fee for partipants. www.decaturjaycees.com. Point Mallard Park--Sponsored by Decatur Jaycees, triathlon features approximately 300 athletes and benefits local Big Brothers Big Sisters program. 7 a.m. [more]

Advanced Nature Club Adventure Camp (Ages 10 - 12) — Jul 14-18, 2008
Jacksonville
Jul 14-18, Jacksonville Advanced Nature Club Adventure Camp (Ages 10 - 12) 256-782-5697. fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ.--Field trips include Little River Canyon, DeSoto State Park, Cheaha State Park and/or SIFAT Global Village. Hands-on science, art, and experiences with live animals. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. [more]

CASA Mud Volleyball Tournament — Jul 19, 2008

Athens
Jul 19, Athens CASA Mud Volleyball Tournament 256-232-5751. Free. Swan Creek Park—Event pits teams against each other in a mud arena. Registration fee for participants. 9 a.m. until. [more]

Intro To Rock Climbing — Jul 19, 2008
Moulton
Learn to Rock Climb - Intro to Climbing Our introduction course will get you outside climbing on beautiful southern sandstone. On this trip you will climb (top-rope), and learn basic climbing techniques. This is an [more]

Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series, 6th Annual Porsche 250 Race — Jul 18-20, 2008

Birmingham
Jul 18-20, Birmingham Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series: 6th Annual Porsche 250 205-298-9040. www.barbermotorsports.com. Admission charged. 6040 Barber Motorsports Pkwy.--Get your tickets early for this fantastic series event featuring the annual Porshe 250 presented by Bradley Arannt. The spectacular 2.3-mile racetrack provides a challenging course for competitors in a scenic setting. [more]

Grand American Sports Car Series, 6th Annual — Jul 18-20, 2008
Birmingham
The Grand-Am Rolex Sportscar Series returns to the Barber Motorsports Park, as the exciting Daytona Prototypes share the track with the always competitive GT cars in what is sure to be yet another action filled weekend of sportscar racing. [more]

Family Weekend @ DeSoto State Park: July 25 - 26 — Jul 25-26, 2008
Fort Payne
Jul 25-26, Fort Payne Family Weekend @ DeSoto State Park 256-782-5697. fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. DeSoto State Park & Lodge--Join JSU biologist, Dr. Chris Murdock, for Campfire Talks Friday on the techniques of Fly Fishing and learn more about the biology of fishes on Saturday night. Register for the Fly Fishing Adventure on Saturday. [more]

Handy Century Bike Ride — Jul 26, 2008
Florence
Jul 26, Florence Handy Century Bike Ride 256-740-4141. www.handy100.com. Fee for participants only. McFarland Park--Each year, riders saddle up and prepare to ride across three states (Alabama, Mississippi and Tenessee) as a part of the Handy Century Bike Ride, which spans more than 100 miles. Riders can choose 24, 36, 66, 74 and 103-mi. options. [more]

Russell Marine Aquapalooza & Lions Charity Poker Run — Jul 26, 2008
Alexander City
Jul 26, Alexander City Russell Marine Aquapalooza & Lions Charity Poker Run 256-329-0835. www.russelllands.com. Free. Kowaliga Marina--Annual charity event which draws hundreds to the shores of beautiful Lake Martin. In water or out, tons of fun abound for participants and spectators alike. [more]

Jackson County Rescue Squad Rodeo — Jul 26-27, 2008
Scottsboro
Jul 26-27, Scottsboro Jackson County Rescue Squad Rodeo 256-259-0693. Contestants , call U.S. Cowboy Tour: 678-721-0280. Admission charged. AL Hwy. 35--Full rodeo experience from bull riding and bronco busting to calf roping and everything in between. 8 p.m. [more]

Fly Fishing Adventure on Little River — Jul 26-28, 2008
Fort Payne
Jul 26-28, Fort Payne Fly Fishing Adventure on Little River 256-782-5697. fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River Canyon National Preserve--Join Dr. Chris Murdock, JSU biologist and Little River native, for an opportunity to fly fish on Little River. Equipment is supplied for a limited number of participants. 10 a.m.-noon. [more]

Mountain Lakes Tri-athlon — Aug 1, 2008
Guntersville
Aug 1, Gunterville Mountain Lakes Tri-athlon 205-595-8633. Guntersville Recreation Ctr.--600-yd. swim, 16.2-mi. bike ride, and 3-mi. run. [more]

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