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Race Preview: 2019 WillaMutt Strut 5k & 1k Fun Run/Walk (Salem)

May 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve always had a soft spot for animals because they can’t speak up for themselves when they are placed in a bad situation. Raising money for organizations like the Willamette Humane Society is important and well deserved, and doing the 2019 [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 My Breast Friends 5K / 10K (Eugene)

May 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

We all need a little help from our friends some times. And other times, we are the friend who gets to be the helper. At My Breast Friends 5K and 10K this June, you can be a friend and ally through your time, money, and sweat. This is the second year [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Gold Dust 5k/10k Run (Gold Hill)

May 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you need a good excuse to visit a vineyard as the summer kicks off, register for the 2019 Gold Dust Run, which occurs on June 1st. The 5k and 10k races will start and finish at the beautiful Del Rio Vineyards & Winery which is located in [read more...]

Small Oregon Coast Race Previews: 2019 TJHS Splash N Dash 5k/10k & 2019 Earth Day 5k/10k

April 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Come to Tillamook on Saturday April 13th for the 2019 TJHS Splash & Dash, which offers a 5k, a 10k, and a .25 mile kid’s race. Many of the locals participate in this race every year, and it’s a great opportunity to raise funds for Bud’s [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Oregon Brewery Running 5K Series at Migration Brewing in NE Portland

April 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

On May 11th, 2019, come join The Oregon Brewery Running Series back for the fourth year in a row at Migration Brewing, held in NE Portland. The race will have a start line and finish line at Migration Brewing. Participants will run a 5K (ish) [read more...]

Small Washington Race Previews: 2019 Annual Walk/Run for the Animals (Vancouver, WA) & Run the Path 5k (Longview)

April 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve always had a soft spot for organizations that benefit animals, and since we adopted our beloved mutt from the Humane Society 7 years ago, I can stand behind the 2019 Walk/Run for the Animals race on May 4th at Esther Short Park in Vancouver. [read more...]

Mid-Valley Small Race Previews: 2019 CASA Superheroes for the Child 10k/5k (Salem) & Elementary River Run (Stayton) on April 27, 2019

April 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Join the community of Salem on April 27th for Superheroes for the Child 5k, 10k and 1-Mile Lap. Every child needs a hero, but abused children need “superheros” to assist in advocating for their needs. Run, walk or put on a superhero [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Canyon Crawl (Madras)

April 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

Madras is a city on the way to Bend from Portland, and it’s also the site of the annual Canyon Crawl race, a 7.5 mile run from the city’s Public Works parking lot to nearby Lake Simtustus. There’s no race course available on the [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Pet Day Fun Run 5K (Corvallis)

April 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

The annual Pet Day 5K, hosted by Oregon State University’s Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine, will be held on Saturday, May 4th – and, fittingly, will be Star Wars-themed! The 5K run/walk will be held on a flat, loop course, taking [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Oregon Brewery Running Series 5k at Heathen Brewery (Vancouver)

March 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Oregon Brewery Running Series will be back at Heathen Brewing on April 27th, 2019. This family friendly 5k fun run, is unlike any event I have ever participated in. The races are all un-timed, feature fast courses around the brewery, are family [read more...]

Small Race Previews: 2019 Stoller Community 5K (Portland) and 2019 Pastry Run 5K (Hillsboro)

March 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 7th annual Stoller Community 5K Run/Walk (and Jr. Jaguar Jog!) will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2019 in the Bethany / Cedar Mill area of Beaverton. Last year had a huge turnout of participants, volunteers, and sponsors and because this race [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Run For Shelter (Boring)

March 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Participating in races, when you have a family, can be quite challenging. Schedules, running with strollers, or having your significant other be involved, all come into play. Thankfully, there are quite a few races out there that are family friendly [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 SW Hope 5K (Portland)

March 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

For those who love to race for a good cause, the SW Hope 5K is a great one to sign up for. Held on April 6th, 2019, at Gabriel Park in SW Portland. Racers can run, walk or even stroll through this family friendly 5K. Come join other racers in the [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Dragon Run (Dallas)

March 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

Dragon Run 2019 is in it’s 12th year, raising funds for Dallas Education Foundation. This family fun event is a big hit in the city of Dallas, drawing runners/walkers of all ages. This was my son’s very first 5k a few years back. [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Stoller 5k Vineyard Run & Walk (Dayton)

March 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Stoller 5k Vineyard Run & Walk will take place April 6, 2019 at the Stoller Family Estate in Dayton, Oregon. Participants will get the opportunity to race along varied surfaces that meander around the Estate, with beautiful views of the [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Tabor Challenge 5k

March 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

Honoring the memory of LTJG Thomas Cameron, The Tabor Challenge 5k is back for its fifth year, taking place on April 9, 2019. Proceeds from this annual race fund scholarships for exemplary seniors at Grover Cleveland High School who achieve [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Embrace The Ruck 4 Miler (Lebanon)

February 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

The slogan for the 2019 Embrace the Ruck race is “If it Ain’t Raining It Ain’t Real Training.” If you want a unique twist on Adventure Running, this 4-Mile circuit in Lebanon might be what you need. All the proceeds will be split between the [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Rogue River Rampage (Gold Beach)

February 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

Not only can you enjoy the beauty of the Rogue River south bank on Saturday March 16th for the 2019 Rogue River Rampage, but it’s an obstacle run as well with plenty of mud and fun for everyone! The 4 mile course, which takes place in Huntley [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Run for the Shamrock (Eugene)

February 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

March is such a festive time of year, whether you are Irish or not. With fun events the whole weekend of March 17th, it can be hard to choose what to do! Luckily, Run For The Shamrock in Eugene, takes place on March 9th, 2019. This is the perfect [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Run with Grace 5K (Medford)

December 22, 2018 // 0 Comments

On the outside, Grace Holt was happy, kind and involved in so many of her passions, like running, summer camp and her animals. On the inside however, she was sad. The depth of her depression wasn’t fully understood by her family, friends and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 CORK Hot Chocolate Runs – November through February (Bend)

December 14, 2018 // 0 Comments

Central Oregon Running Klub (CORK) puts on a winter time fun running series called Hot Chocolate Runs. On the second Sunday of each month, November through February, come join running enthusiasts on a 5 or 7 mile, low key group run. This is great [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Bullard’s Run (Bandon)

November 28, 2018 // 0 Comments

A race on the Oregon Coast in January may sound wet and windy, but there is nothing better than feeling like a hardcore runner when you endure a crazy weather race. Or you could be pleasantly surprised by a beautiful winter day on the beach. Either [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Longest Night Mile (Phoenix, OR)

November 19, 2018 // 0 Comments

Get ready to join the Southern Oregon Runners to test your mile time at Longest Night Mile in Phoenix. This Wednesday evening mile run will start in heats based on your mile time at the Phoenix High School track. With 4 heats, the first and fastest [read more...]

Race Preview: FREE Third Annual West Linn Turkey Trot

November 14, 2018 // 0 Comments

In 2015, 87 people showed up for the inaugural West Linn Turkey Trot 3 Mile. No race entry was collected, but participants were asked to bring non-perishable food donations for the West Linn Food Pantry. Last year, 504 folks showed up and 1,600 [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Jingle Bell Run (Bend)

November 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

‘Tis the season, for fun holiday cheer and festive holiday themed running events. Come join in the longest running holiday themed 5K race series around. The Jingle Bell Run is a family friendly event put on by the Arthritis Foundation. It is a [read more...]

Turkey Trot Race Previews: 2018 Great Turkey Fumble (Portland & Newberg) & The Turkey Trot Fun Run (Mosier)

October 30, 2018 // 0 Comments

There are 2 things that people often associate Thanksgiving with .. Food and football. If you’re a runner, there might be a 3rd tradition, and that’s a morning Turkey Trot before you enjoy those other 2 things. The 2018 Great Turkey Fumble [read more...]