Sometimes we all just need a little low-key running in our lives. The 5th Annual Stayton River Run, coming up on April 30, 2016, can fill that void quite well. This event is low-key AND low-cost, at only $10 per runner in both the 5k and 10k distances. But any race that has stuck around for half a decade has surely worked out some kinks over time, irregardless of being a professional event. The 5k and…
I’m a little biased, seeing as this run not only takes place in my hometown, but starts about half a mile from my front door and traverses parts of my favorite running routes, but this event is a not-miss for me! With three race distances, 1 mile, 5k, and 10k, you can take your pick of what kind of run you feel like. There is also a kids run run in the park after the…
I always dread writing this preview. It’s definitely NOT because I don’t want to – it’s because it always means the end. The Willamette Mission Trail Challenge is the last race of Run Wild Adventures’ racing season, which begins with the Detroit Lake Mud Run, followed up by the Silver Falls race weekend, then a few great trail races and winding up with this one. It’s almost an emotional feeling to think there will be…
The Fueled by Fine Wine Half Marathon is coming up in July and the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon in August. These races are the perfect chances to run through the picturesque hills of Oregon’s most famous wine country. With rolling hills and breathtaking views, there is nothing quite like Oregon wine country. Why not take advantage of your time in nearby Dundee to do a little winetasting after the race? Thousands of visitors each year experience…
REI has been an outdoor outfitter and educator for many years. Classes offered through the stores range from photography to wilderness survival, kayaking to rockclimbing, biking to hiking, and many topics in between. This year, REI is organizing a trail run series, which takes place on the second Saturday of the month at state parks near the Portland Metro area. The first run in the series will be on Saturday, April 16th at Champoeg State Park.
The 2016 Duck Centennial 5k run takes place at University of Oregon in Eugene on Saturday, April 23rd. This run is hosted by the U of O Military Science Department and celebrates 100 years of the national ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) program at the university. All proceeds go to the ROTC Endowment Fund, which will help improve the program.
Run Oregon has created virtual, free “time trials” in areas around Oregon, along with a form through which you can submit your times. Use it to compare times to friends (and competitors), or track your own progress – we will create “awards periods” with some time windows where we’ll do prizes for things like fastest time, most improved time, or most miles run on the loop. Then, once you’ve run, log your time here. You…
If you like to run and read, you should check out this race: The Book-it! 5k Walk/Run in Halsey, OR, is a fundraiser for the city library, taking a page from other Book-it! events around the country. The race is set for Saturday, April 23rd, and features an out-and-back course on Seefeld Drive, starting and finishing at the library. There will be awards for the top three finishers, and T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered…
On April 17th, celebrate the arrival of Spring with a flat, fast, and scenic run/walk along the Willamette River in Eugene. The 2016 Richard Wigney Memorial Run For Autism is Presented by and supporting the Bridgeway House. This is an opportunity to support a great local organization which provides support and services for children with autism and related disabilities while educating and supporting their families. Support includes but not limited to: ABA therapies, social skills groups,…
Holy smokes! Was it a gorgeous evening on St. Patrick’s Day all over Oregon?! The weather was absolutely incredible for us in Eugene/Springfield, as close to 150 racers participated in the 10th Annual Lucky Clover 10K/5K event at Dorris Ranch, in Springfield. As crazy as it may sound, this was my very first visit to Dorris Ranch. It was spectacular! I was throughly surprised at the miles, and miles of paved paths and groomed trails. Needless to say,…
