The Corvallis area has recently become a treasure trove of amazing trail races. If you haven’t experienced any, we highly recommend checking them out. A really good way to do this is to join in on the new Corvallis Trail Series – 6 events spanning from March – October. These events are run by multiple race directors and hit up some great locations. To complete the Corvallis Trail Series, you need to finish at least…
One of the defining traits to any race is location. This holds true even more for longer race distances, as the route and scenery will be enjoyed by the runners for a long period of time. Champoeg State Park is a great place to run, and the farm roads the route traverses in that area are beautiful as well. Some might find straight stretches a little boring, but the scenery is magnificent. It definitely beats…
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 eighth season in 2023, they are back for 22+ events in 2024. Combining the trends of craft beer and “fun runs,” the series is designed to showcase local breweries and neighborhoods throughout Oregon and…
The Zena Road Runs (15k, 6m, and 3m) are back again for their annual running in Salem on Sunday, February 18, 2024. This is the oldest race in Oregon (53 years!) and continues yet again! Runners will choose between a 3 mile, 6 mile, or 15K course that traverses through some of Oregon’s scenic wine country. Check out our 2022 recap here! All race distances start and finish at the Noble Mountain Tree Farm in…
Spring is in the air and the hope for in-person racing events is finally becoming more of a reality. Trails are good for the soul, and the Alsea Falls Spring Fling is coming our way on March 9th. You’ll have your choice between a half marathon (actually ~12.2 difficult course miles,) a 10k and a 5k as well. The Location: This event will occur at a gorgeous location at the Alsea Falls Recreation Area in…
The first Run Wild Adventures race of 2024 is coming up quickly on Saturday, February 24. The Buck Mountain Mudslinger Trail Run is 6.6 miles of backcountry terrain, climbs, and obviously mud. But it also comes with a fantastic time and bunch of really dedicated runners. Check out our 2020 race recap! Here is what I would highlight: Dress warm. You never know what you are going to get up there in the hills. It…
Couples that run together – Valentines Day will be here before we know it! If your significant other doesn’t run, this is a good day to give it a try. Saturday, February 10th, 2024 brings us the annual Michael DeRobertis Memorial Couples Classic 5000 meter Run and Fitness Walk – a fun opportunity to lace up with your favorite runner and enjoy a race together! The race will take place at Emerald Park, a park that…
The Bristow Trail Races take place on Saturday, February 3rd at Elijah Bristow State Park just a few miles southeast of Eugene. The race is this year’s first race of the Run Big Trail Series. Check out our race recap here! All races have the same start/finish area and are run on a 5.2 mile loop in the park. (The 5M and 10M runs are actually 5.2M and 10.4M long.) The course runs on single track trails,…
Okay, here is something super unique and fun. And a great way to begin setting your running goals for 204, too. The Winter Predictor is a race where, prior to starting your run, you predict how long you think it will take you to complete it. Then, you race and see how close you are. Those closest to their predicted time win awards. So – the fastest doesn’t always win the awards, right?! For those…
2013 was my first attempt at the Cascade Half Marathon. I was injured, the weather was below freezing the entire time, and I STILL had a great time. 2014 saw cold, yet dry, temperatures and I highlighted my recommitment to running in my race recap. 2019 saw a downpour and 2020 was almost 50 degrees and clear. This race has a sort of aura above it that seems to give runners a little extra motivation entering…
