There is a long standing battle to be the best between Oregon State University and the University of Oregon and every year this battle is played out on the football field in what is known as the “Civil War”. This is the game where Ducks and Beavers get to see who comes out as the champion and who has bragging rights for the next year. But there is another Civil War going on around the…
Why would you pick Eugene Marathon to be your Spring Full or Half? I have run Eugene Marathon myself, Eugene was good to me and it’s been good to so many of my friends! I ran my my fastest marathon time at Eugene in 2018. Eugene ’18 was my 13th marathon and 6th attempt to qualify for Boston! After many failed attempts, I finely hit the mark and I plan on doing it again in…
Who doesn’t love running through the park trails in Eugene? This year’s Autumn Trails Eugene event, brought to you by Level 32 Racing, is on Sunday, November 4th and you have 4 different distances to choose from. The distances are 3.5 miles, 6 miles, 10 miles, and 16 miles and since the length of the trails is what determines the route distances, the mileage is approximate. There will be a staggered start for all of…
Walk for a reason or run for a cause! Come to Maurie Jacobs Park in Eugene OR (301 North Adams Street Eugene 97404) for this family friendly 5k and fundraiser on September 23rd. There will be activities for the whole family including temporary tattoos, crafts, prizes, music and more. This event is raising funds to help upgrade the Toddler Playground for the Child Development Center of Willamette Family. There will be a free kids run for children…
Are you looking for a race to do on Memorial Day? You might consider Miles on Memorial in Alton Baker Park in Eugene, Oregon. The 5K runs all through the park and along the Willamette River. The 10K is a double loop of the same 5K and the 15k is 3 loops. The 3-person 15K relay will consist of 3 loops of the 5K course, with team members handing off after each 5K loop. Awards…
Wine Country in Oregon has become something to behold. People come from near and far to explore the gorgeous wineries and drink the delectable wines that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. And lucky for those of us who run, we get the opportunity to do races like the Grapes of Half, which is in the South Willamette Valley wine country and features some simply magnificent vineyard and pastoral views. This year, Pink Buffalo Racing…
April not only brings the wonders of Spring to beautiful Oregon, it brings Fast and Flat to Tracktown USA! Named the “perfect race” by Runners World! Don’t miss out on the 12th year of the Eugene Marathon. This race (which also comes with a half and 5k options) passes through beautiful parks and treeline paths that crisscross the picturesque Willamette River. The routes are home to iconic athletes and coaches Steve Prefontaine, Bill Bowerman and Ashton…
Woof woof! The Run for Rovers 5k is a great fundraiser that raises money for Pro-Bone-O which is a non-profit organization in Eugene, Oregon that provides free veterinary services, food and supplies for pets of people who are homeless. Even homeless dogs need love! The 5K is a fun run that is dog, stroller and family friendly! The race route goes along the park on the paved bike path. Everyone participating gets a shirt!…
Easter time combines two things I love – rabbits and candy, particularly those sickly sweet Cadbury cream filled eggs. Mmm! Of course spending my time eating all those candies, means I need to do a lot of running to burn it all off – what better way than a Easter themed race! The Easter Egg Stash Dash, put on by Activate Events and Eclectic Edge Racing, is held at Pre’s Trail at Alton Baker Park in…
The flowers in Oregon are already starting to bloom, so you know what that means .. It’s time to start thinking about Spring Race Season! Before we know it, there will be lots of races to choose from, including the 3rd annual Bring in Spring 5k in Eugene on March 24th. This Level 32 Racing event is the day before the McKenzie Half Marathon, and it’s a great way to ease back into races as…
