It’s important to understand and appreciate history. For instance, I find the history of the Hagg Lake Mud Runs to be super interesting, knowing its rich past, and all the greats who have both run the course, and run the operation over the last 22 years. For instance, Run Oregon’s own Kelly Barten was once race director, as was Todd Janssen of Go Beyond Racing, who is often seen managing the aid station at the…
It’s been a few years since the dynamic duo of Todd and Renee of Go Beyond got the local running scene together for their season kickoff party, but it’s back!! On March 11th, you are welcome to join all your rowdy running buddies at the Skyline Tavern (no, it’s not reopened for business, but they are allowing this private party), to kick off the 2023 season. Go Beyond is partnering with Trail Butter for this…
When it comes to an early spring race, the leaders behind Mac Forest Trail Runs know there is not a lot of certainty about race conditions: “Given the time of year, we can’t guarantee much, but this much we do know, there is a high probability it’s going to be wet; you’ll likely finish with some mud on your shoes and a smile on your face. So basically, it’s going to be a fun adventure…
The 38th annual Goat Mountain Gallop returns on March 4. This 10 or 5 mile race benefits the Molalla High School track and field and cross country teams. The Goat Mountain Gallop has a reputation for being a challenging course due to its rolling hills. However, you will also be rewarded with some flat running, as well. This 5 mile loop course begins and ends at Heckard Field at Molalla High School. 10 mile runners…
We’ve almost made it through another Oregon winter and it’s right about NOW that runners are itching to make plans for the race season ahead. Luckily, Foot Traffic has you covered with two group training options that will get you through the spring and into the summer. You’ll have a couple opportunities to train for the Hop Hop 5k/10k in April, or the Foot Traffic Flat on July 4th out at Sauvie Island. If you’re…
Oregon Road Runners Club is a non-profit organization committed to putting on community running events throughout the year and supporting current and future runners and walkers whatever their pace, their goal, or their number of miles. ORRC’s next event will have participants in the beauty of Champoeg State Park for the Champoeg 10K, 30K, and Half Marathon. Oh, and there’s a FREE kid’s run too! Each of the courses includes a variety of forest, field,…
How fast can you run? How far can you run? Now how would you handle a race where those two answers might mean a bad ending? In The Meltdown: Last Not Fast, the starting line means heading out on ta 1.5-mile dirt/bark course at Linfield College. And then 30 minutes later, you start again. And then 28 minutes after that. And then 26, 24, 22, 20 and on until there is just one runner who…
The Oregon Brewery Running Series is excited to announce their eighth season of 5K fun running and walking events that start and end at some of Oregon and SW Washington’s best breweries, cideries, and wineries. Fresh off the heels of their seventh season in 2022, they are back for 22+ events in 2023. Combining the trends of craft beer and “fun runs,” the series is designed to showcase local breweries and neighborhoods throughout Oregon and…
Foot Traffic is not only the perfect place to shop for all your running gear. It’s also a great race organization that happens to puts on some of the best races in the Portland area! Foot Traffic is known to have well organized races with some of the greatest swag, the best courses, and the most infectious cheer! On the docket each year .. A top notch Easter race, a gorgeous 4th of July tour…
Runners all over the US, (and now all over the world thanks to some great international race options,) have heard of Hood To Coast. Aptly called “the Mother of All Relays,” it’s the most popular relay in the world and has been traveling from the mountains to the beaches of Oregon for over 30 years. But if 2 days in a sweaty van don’t appeal to your sense of adventure, Hood To Coast has a…
