What better way to start off a new year than to take an icy plunge into the Pacific Ocean? Ardor Adventures will give you that chance on January 6th, as the Newport Resolution Run & Polar Bear Plunge Half Marathon/10k/5k is back. This race will take place out on Southeast Jetty Way, and all runners will get a chance to take a dip in the ocean to celebrate a race victory at the end. The…
Ralph Brown was a memorable member of the ORRC and his death hit the running community here in Oregon really hard. The ORRC wanted to honor him and decided a great way to do so was to rename the first ORRC race of the year (the Y2K Run) after Ralph. Thus, Ralph’s Run pays tribute to Ralph and starts every new year off right. The original premise behind this event was to change distances every…
Ever had one of these thoughts after crossing a finish line: • “That was so much fun. Too bad it’s over.” • “Wow, I could totally have done that better.” • “The race is over. Now what am I going to train for?” • “Last race of the year. I wonder what next year will bring.” Well then, have I got a race for you. First Run in Eugene gives participants the opportunity to get…
The charm of a small community fun run that not only supports multiple charitable organizations but also goes above and beyond in every possible way is one you don’t want to miss. The annual Reindeer Run in St. Helens, Oregon, does just that! Among the perks of the December 2, 2023 race are an indoor commons area complete with a fireplace for participants to stay warm, inside restrooms, coffee, cocoa, snacks, music, and massages. The…
When I first got into running, I discovered a group that sponsored races in cool places all around Oregon that were true running adventures. They were called X Dog Events, and unlike many obstacle race companies, X Dogs had legit obstacles made in nature that were a real experience. I walked away from events like Ole’s Assault and the Mt. Hood Scramble with cuts and bruises but I never had so much fun earning them.…
What is the best gift for a runner during the holidays? Blue skies and cool temperatures for the Holiday Half of course. The Holiday Half is one of my December traditions. The weather varies (A LOT) but the out and back course always has a wicked hill during the starting mile and a wonderful downhill for the last mile. The 10-mile and 10K courses use the same out and back (with earlier turnarounds) while the…
If you are in Central Oregon on Thanksgiving, you’ve got a couple of great running options. I Like Pie in Bend, the Redmond Turkey Trot, and the Run Like a Turkey 5k in Prineville are all great choices! It’s a tough decision, so here are a few details to help you decide. The Cascade Relays I Like Pie is in Bend’s Old Mill District and has the option of a 1.5 or 2.5 mile loop.…
Mac’s Run 5K and 10K, hosted by the South Coast Running Club, will be held on Saturday, December 9th and will once again be a challenging and hilly course with awesome ocean views! The entire course (5k and 10k) is paved, so fortunately (or unfortunately!?) there is no beach running. Registration is allowed on race day, so you can show up early to Sunset Bay State Park, find the yurt near the bathrooms at the…
Ready to run that turkey off? Oregon has many races to choose from for the 2023 Thanksgiving Day season, and Eugene puts on an excellent one. So if you’ll be in the Eugene area, sign up and get Eugene Turkey Trot 5k/10k on your calendar for November 23rd. This race has two distances to choose from, a 5k and a 10k around the Ruth Bascom Trail at Alton Baker Park. This race also encourages you…
The 17th annual Give n’ Gobble 5k/10k takes place at Sherwood High School on Thanksgiving morning. This Sherwood traditional 5k run/walk and 10k run are open to participants of all abilities, and food and money donations benefit Helping Hands Food Bank. The race starts and ends at the Sherwood High School stadium and runs mostly through neighborhoods on paved paths. Both the 5k and 10k start at 9:05AM and the 5k is mostly flat. The…
