As we move further into this new year, races are starting to pop up. Some are virtual, some are in person, and some are a combination of both. The Prineville Paddy Pint will offer runners the choice to race virtually, or in person thanks to 15 minute starting waves. As you might imagine, this could make your experience even more fun as you can register to take off at the same time as your friends,…
What are you doing for Thanksgiving? If you’re a runner or walker (or even if you aren’t) this is often a day you’d typically get out and do some sort of Turkey Trot before you stuffed your face with turkey, pumpkin pie, or something equally as delicious. Of course Thanksgiving looks a little different this year, and so do the Turkey Trot-Style races. But arguably the best part of running, and of Thanksgiving too, is…
While it is physically impossible to compete in all three events that are taking place over St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Central Oregon, it is possible to participate in 2 of them, if you choose to. The St Patrick’s Day Dash 5K in Bend is back for its 8th year and is always a good time, especially for the costumes, as nearly everyone goes all out with their best green outfits! The atmosphere is…
The word “marathon” is pretty important in running. And it can be pretty overwhelming too. That’s what makes me love the idea of the Micro Marathon happening in Lake Oswego this January. 2.62 miles of un-timed running or walking. And afterward you get to proclaim yourself a marathoner. Boom. Mic Drop. This particular marathon starts at 10am on Saturday, January 4th in George Rogers Park. It’s an out and back course alongside the Willamette River,…
One of the longer running Turkey Trots in the Mid-Willamette Valley is Albany’s Oregon Mid-Valley Road Race. In 2008 the Mid-Valley Lion’s Club (now the Corvallis Lions Club) started the Oregon Mid-Valley Road Race as an annual premiere running event in the region to raise dollars to help meet growing medical needs in the Mid-Valley. This event, now in its 11th year, saw about 400 participants last year, and is sure to be packed again…
Whether you are heading over to Southern Oregon to hang out with friends and family for Thanksgiving or just looking for something to do, you won’t want to miss this event. Start off your Thanksgiving morning by earning a custom made finisher’s medal at the 12th annual Southern Oregon Turkey Trot, located in Central Point. The 2 Mile Run/Walk will be an out and back from Expo onto the Bear Creek Greenway heading north, while…
On Thanksgiving day, at Maurie Jacobs Park in Eugene, Oregon, you can get in some excellent pre-Thanksgiving dinner exercise. The Turkey Trot Eugene will feature a 4-mile run, a 2-mile walk, and the 200 meter Kids Gobbler Gallop. The 4-mile run begins at 9a, the 2-mile walk at 930a, and the Gobbler Gallops at 1015a. We have had bloggers participate in the Turkey Trot Eugene before and reported back that the event logistics were excellent,…
On July 4th, 2019 come join fellow runners and walkers for the annual Todd Beamer Run. The event takes place at Sahalee Park, in Madras OR and offers a 10K run, 5K run, 6 mile walk, and 2 mile walk. This is the perfect event for the entire family. There will be awards for overall winners and top 3 in each division. Registration is only $10 and $15 race day. T shirts and shopping bags…
As a parent of young children, it’s always nice when races come complete with other events. The 2019 Tillamook Milk Run is on the same day as the Dairy Parade and Rodeo, offering a fun day for the whole family – runners or not There are multiple distances: 10K MAP 5K MAP 2 MILE MAP Your registration includes: Race entry, t-shirt, snacks before and after the race, and a fun day at the Coast! Tillamook…
Ah, hills. The bane of most runners, both experienced and new, on any given day. But if you love the challenge of running through the scenic wilderness conquering hills on some amazing trails, this is the perfect race for you! Run for the Hills is offering three different race options: 30k, 8k or 2 mile run/walk. The 8k race winds its way up and down through Bald Hill Park on both paved and non-paved paths.…
