Signing up for a December race in Portland means taking a gamble with wilder odds than anything in Vegas. In my years running the Holiday Half, I’ve experienced downpours, frost, a smokey closure, perfect brisk sunshine, and wet snowflakes covering my cap. And I’ve also experienced the most well-earned gingerbread cookies ever. The Holiday Half includes multiple distance options, including half marathon, 10-miler, 10K, and 5K options. All participants start the out-and-back course at Daimler…
The 16th 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. The 5k starts at 8:50AM and the course is mostly flat, while the 10k leaves…
Runners are always up to a good adventure and Territory Run Co is offering up some fun summer challenges with some awesome rewards for your efforts. Check out the 2022 Summer Run Relay Challenge! Kick off your summer with the Sunrise or Sunset Run Challenge, then sail into the Point to Point Challenge, and then tackle the Run & Dip Challenge to close it all out. These events are pretty much free and you stand…
During a recent trip I saw a quote that stuck with me: “When it rains look for rainbows; when it’s dark look for stars.” Those words come to mind again today as I learn more about the Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness. This race brings together the joys of running to help support those going through struggle as their little ones are hurting. Stars, rainbows, and ladybugs… “The proceeds from the race go to the…
“Put your money where your love is” Happy Father’s Day!! If you are a father or you are looking to find a gift for the man in your life (or really if you just want to run a race), check out Terrapin Events’ 2022 Grateful Dad Half Marathon /10k/ 5k Run/Walk. There will also be a kid’s race – a perfect dad and family experience. If you’d prefer to run this race on your own,…
It’s time for the 2022 Independence Day 5k/10k/Half Marathon and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Held at Champoeg State Park in St. Paul, Oregon, the run starts at 8am and winds through paved trails along the Willamette River. The 5k is $45, the 10k is $55, and the half marathon is $69. You can run any of the distances as a virtual race also! In addition to the race fee, make…
It’s time for the 22nd Annual Helvetia Half Marathon/10k/5k!! Last year, Run With Paula Events made a triumphant return after COVID, and we’re back for another successful run in 2022! The Helvetia Half Marathon was voted the BEST HALF MARATHON in the Northwest, and it’s easy to see why! The course tells runners to “Leave the City Behind,” and does just that. The challenging course starts at Hillsboro Stadium, meanders out onto rolling hills, through…
The Lake Oswego Lake Run is finally returning! This well-known hilly race includes a 10K, 5K, a virtual option of either distance, and a Kids’ Dash. It also includes the annual Family Fun Festival at the finish area – Millennium Plaza. Proceeds from this event go to Northwest Housing Alternatives. There will also be a food drive for low income seniors living in Lake Oswego, so don’t forget to bring a few non-perishable food items…
Of all the things that I am fueled by before, during, and after a race (oatmeal, nervousness, water, energy gel, the risk of embarrassing myself), the best thing I can think of may just be fine wine. The 2022 Fueled by Fine Wine Half, Quarter, and newly added 5k is a local race held in the fertile grape growing town of Dundee. The race partners with local Dundee charities and Oregon sponsors to support the…
Do you like super cute finisher medals? What about some excellent Ice Cream Sandwiches? How about a race that is incredibly well-managed? These are all “must have” items for me when I participate in races, and the Foot Traffic Flat is certain to be absolutely awesome. This event, held on July 4th, 2022 for it’s 19th year on Sauvie Island, fills fast and has limited entries available. This means, if you are at all interested in…
