After getting to volunteer at Gorge Waterfalls in 2016, I am so excited that this race is back on for 2022. What is the point of living in one of the most amazing places in the world if we don’t run all over it? Plus it is a great way to witness all the hard work completed since the Eagle Creek Fire in 2017 to restore the trails we hold dear. Gorge Waterfalls has 50K…
Although the Columbia Gorge is one of the most beautiful areas in the Pacific Northwest, it is such a struggle to get out there. The daily routine is like a black hole that you have to fight against to escape. And signing up for a race is a fantastic way to fight that gravity. I am so excited to get back to Cascade Locks for the Bridge of the Gods race this August. I participated…
If you know your Beatles music, you know the lyrics to this song. Interestingly, one of the best lines (in my opinion) is in the first verse. John Lennon writes “Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see…” In the world of running, especially off road, running with your eyes closed would surely find you face first in the dirt. As John rattles on, looping back to the chorus, singing about how “nothing…
As most of you probably know, running in Oregon in January can be a bit frosty, especially in the gorge where the wind is known to have teeth. However, we aren’t going to let frozen eyebrows and ice-cold fingertips slow us down, right?! The fine folks at Northern Wasco Parks & Rec Department agree, which is why they are hosting their annual Freeze Your Gizzard Blizzard runs in The Dalles. There are 3 race distances to choose…
Like most people, I prefer to sleep in my own bed, especially prior to a race. But there is one race on my yearly schedule that is about a two hour drive from home that is worth changing the routine. Located in Hood River Oregon, on the Columbia River Gorge, this half and full is a destination race, with a great location and friendly vibes all around. I believe this was my fourth time at…
The Columbia Gorge Marathon declares itself to be “The most scenic marathon in the country”, which you have got to admit is a pretty high expectation when there are marathons all over the United States. As a first-time finisher of the race this past October 21st, I am 100% in support of their claim. It. Was. Gorgeous! The event is an out an out and back, east of Hood River with views of the Columbia…
The Eagle Creek Fire in 2017 burned close to 50,000 acres in the Columbia Gorge. Many running events were postponed, rerouted and even canceled, Bridge of the Goddess being one of them. Thankfully organizers were able to reroute and continue this great race in 2017, despite the fire. Fast forward to 2018 Bridge of the Goddess is back to where it all begins, with a start line at The Bridge of the Gods. Bridge of…
I’ve hiked up the trail to the top of Multnomah Falls several times throughout my life and each time, I have been super worn out by the time I reach the top. I have never once thought “Hey, I’d love to run up this trail! Let’s have a race here!” but maybe you have. Did you know there is a race that goes up and around the falls? Now you do! And if you are…
Rare is it to find a race that is fundamentally flawless. Returning for my third year to the beautiful town of Hood River, making a couple hour drive to run 13 miles, this is one that has always been worth the trip. I was first introduced to this run through my work, as they sponsor employees to do several races a year and this one piqued my interest. The Gorge is a unique and gorgeous…
I hardly need more motivation to visit Stevenson, WA, and if I did, it might just be the Skamania County Fair 5k. A small, community-oriented run, this race is coordinated by the Columbia Gorge Running Club and will feature some of the best the gorge has to offer when it comes to scenery and atmosphere.
