{"title":"Clinics, Programs, \u0026 Events @ Darling Hill","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"womens-mtb-weekend-at-kingdom-trails","title":"Women’s MTB Weekend @ Rifugio Darling Hill, VT","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience a meaningful weekend of riding, progression, and connection at our Women’s MTB Weekend, based at Rifugio Darling Hill. Designed by women and led by our team of skilled female instructors, this program blends professional coaching with the supportive, confidence-building environment that defines KC\u0026amp;E.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcross two days, riders explore the world-class trail network of Kingdom Trails with small-group coaching tailored to each participant’s level. From newer riders to seasoned trail riders, every woman receives individualized skill development and on-trail application rides that match her comfort, pace, and goals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach day begins at Rifugio Darling Hill, our home base for coaching, warm-ups, social time, and hands-on learning. Throughout the weekend, riders build confidence through focused skill sessions, guided trail experiences, and off-bike workshops designed to make them more capable, self-sufficient riders. Community is central to the experience, with picnic lunches and social gatherings woven into the program.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSkills Camp · Weekend Itinerary\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin:24px 0 32px 0; max-width:640px; font-family:'SF Mono', Menlo, Consolas, 'Courier New', monospace; color:#222;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- DAY 01 — SATURDAY --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:36px;\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:3px double #222; border-bottom:1px solid #222; padding:10px 0; margin:0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; gap:16px;\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"font-size:11px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; font-weight:700; color:#222;\"\u003eSchedule \/ Day 01\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"font-size:11px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; font-weight:700; color:#222;\"\u003eSaturday\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e8:15 AM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eCoffee and pastries at Rifugio\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e8:30 AM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eLaunch, introduction, and grouping\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e9:00 – 11:30 AM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eSkills progression\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e11:30 AM – 12:30 PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eLunch (bagged lunches from The Wildflower)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e12:30 – 3:00 PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eRide with your group\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; width:1%;\"\u003e3:00 – 4:00 PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222;\"\u003eMechanic workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- DAY 02 — SUNDAY --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:3px double #222; border-bottom:1px solid #222; padding:10px 0; margin:0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center; gap:16px;\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan style=\"font-size:11px; 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padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e8:30 – 9:30 AM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eMorning warmup yoga with Liz\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e9:30 – 11:30 AM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3;\"\u003eSkills progression\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap; font-weight:700; padding:11px 24px 11px 0; vertical-align:baseline; color:#222; border-bottom:1px dotted #b8b1a3; width:1%;\"\u003e11:30 AM – 12:30 PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 0; 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