Sean’s Run is a fundraiser for Autism Research and Resources of Oregon and has been a summer staple since 2007. This fun community event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to participate in a 10k, 5k or children’s fun run. The race is held at the Bridge of the Gods trailhead in Cascade Locks, so participants are encouraged to park at Cascade Locks School and walk toward the parking area underneath the Bridge of…
It’s My Ability 5K for Autism is a race that takes place in Boring, but it sounds anything but boring. It takes place on the paved Springwater Corridor Trail, which, if you were willing to run its entire 40-mile length, would be much longer than a marathon; fortunately (or not, if you like ultras), this is a nice 5K. It’s also a fundraiser, as you might guess from the title, for Autism. 100% of the…
“Dad, Autism is not my disability, it’s my ability.” This statement was the foundation of the It’s My Ability 5k Run/Walk that is now in its 5th successful year. Put on by Harmony Orthodontics, this race has raised $90,000 so far and hopes to continue to raise money for children with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome. 100% of the race fees go to Camp Odakoda, which is a youth camp that helps these special children…
The 4th annual It’s My Ability 5K for Autism takes place on Sat. September 3, on the paved Springwater Trail in Boring, Oregon. You won’t want to miss this unique event which was inspired by  Dr. Hardin’s son Daniel who is quite an inspiration. At the end of a conversation Dr. Hardin had with Daniel about personal strengths and limits, Daniel stated, Dad, autism is not my disability, it’s my ability. This changed Dr. Hardin’s…
Operation Jack Northwest Run is different than most runs: First and foremost it is a fundraiser, and there is no set distance. The event takes place at Summerlake Park in Tigard, and runners will run as many laps on the 0.94 mile course as they can during the six hour that the course is open. Runners pay for race registration, but are encouraged to raise money beyond the race fee.Â
This recap was submitted by Run Oregon reader Colleen Cleary. Feel free to Submit a Guest Post in the “Contact Us” tab if you are wanting to recap your experiences as well! Sean’s Run From Autism 5K & 10K run/walk started in 2007 and was held this year on April 26 (during Autism Awareness month)with a total of 85 runners & walkers.   Last year was to be the first year I would run the 10K but due to…
The 8th annual Sean’s Run From Autism will take place on April 26, 2014 in Portland’s Oaks Park. The even offers a 10k run, 5k run/walk, and a kids race. The course is a scenic out-and-back course on paths and neighborhood streets around Oaks Park. This event raises funds for the Autism Research and Resources of Oregon (ARRO).
