Last spring, races around St Patrick’s Day were among the first to be canceled due to the developing public health crisis, and now twelve months later, the Couve Clover Run is among the first races to offer in-person options again for the annual event. The 2021 Couve Clover Run by Why Racing Events takes place on Sunday, March 21st, 9-11am in beautiful downtown Vancouver. Participants have several options for this event sure to fit your…
Wow! This was my third consecutive year in a row running the Zena Road Runs, but my first time running the 15K distance. As always, this was a great event put on by the great people at Gallagher’s Fitness and the Willamette Valley Road Runners. This is also the oldest race in Oregon with a long history and many of the traditions are still alive! The quarter raffle is one of those traditions that is…
This year will be the 52nd annual Willamette Valley Road Runners Zena Road Runs. This is the oldest race in Oregon and continues yet again! You’ll be able to choose between a 3 mile, 6 mile, or 15K course that traverses through some of Oregon’s scenic wine country. Some years are sunny, some are snowing, and others are raining. No matter the weather, this race is always well organized, stocked with plenty of post-race food,…
The 51st Annual Zena Road Runs are coming up on Sunday, February 17th. You can read my preview here, but I was holding on for the official course maps – and they have finally arrived! The routes for all three distances have been released, and they look scenic and fun (if hilly), as expected. The 15K course follows the same traditional counterclockwise loop, but the start and finish have changed yet again this year. The…
One of Oregon’s oldest and most beloved races returns to the pastoral hills northwest of Salem on Sunday, February 17th, 2019. The 51st Annual Zena Road Runs include 3-mile and 6-mile races, as well as the classic 15K loop that has winded generations of runners with its demanding hills while providing them with stunning views of farms and distant mountains. The start and finish area has moved to the Noble Mountain Tree Farm from the…
If you happen to find yourself in Springfield, Oregon on February 24, test your winter grit with a run to the top of lovely Kelly Butte at the 3 mile Hamlin Winter Grit Run. This race will happen rain, snow, or shine so be prepared for the ever changing Oregon weather! This quick 3 mile race will give you a great workout to show your stuff off and is a great start to the…
Sometimes, running is all about taking in the scenery, and the coast is often a great place to do that, especially on the beach. On May 3rd in Lincoln City, Ascherl Industries will be putting on the 2015 Run the Devils Sand Box, which has a 3ish and 7ish (their terms) mile fun runs, with a walk at the shorter distance. Part of the Trail Challenge Series, both courses are an out and back on…
