Ever had one of these thoughts after crossing a finish line: • “That was so much fun. Too bad it’s over.” • “Wow, I could totally have done that better.” • “The race is over. Now what am I going to train for?” • “Last race of the year. I wonder what next year will bring.” Well then, have I got a race for you. First Run in Eugene gives participants the opportunity to get…
Level 32 Racing has everything from trail running to snowshoe races! Whatever adventures you may crave, these events will be memorable and beautiful. There are distances for everyone to enjoy, from 5k’s to ultras. Check out the Bristow Trail Runs, the Autumn Trails, the Lucky Clover, and even the annual Turkety Trot. These locations are off the beaten path and so fun to explore. Check out any and all of these .. The names listed…
If you are looking to get one last race completed at literally the last minute of 2022 or you want to start out 2023 with a run already in the books, you are in luck. You can do either of these or BOTH if you want to participate in Level 32 Racing’s fun running event, the First Run 10k/5k Run/Walk on December 31st and January 1st. Come out to Eugene to ring in 2022 on December…
Welcome to the latest in the Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, too. If you’re in the know on a race that you think others need to check out, be sure to let us know with our contact form. Tell us what you love about…
Happy holidays to all of our readers! Thank you for continuing to check out our posts and following us on social media. Here’s what Run Oregon has been keeping an eye on this week. Remember, if you know a really cool small race, an important registration deadline, or other fun running news, please send it our way so we can share it with our readers! It’s the final weekend of the year and so there isn’t…
Here’s what Run Oregon has been keeping an eye on this week – mainly some free group runs related to the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays – but some fun New Year’s events you should get on your radar if you’re planning to run it out this year. Remember, if you know a really cool small race, an important registration deadline, or other fun running news, please send it our way so we can share it…
I love New Year’s. It’s one of widely recognized holidays celebrating love, hope, forgiveness, second chances and fresh starts. If you are looking for less formal party on NYE, look no further than Portland’s very-own First Run 2017. This 5K run/walk and 10K run is a fun and festive event for anyone looking for a way to kick-off the new year in health and style. New this year is the 1.5 mile run/walk Join the…
Do you enjoy counting down to the New Year? Do you get a thrill when the count down starts before the race begins and everyone is off on the course? Count down the New Year and start your race at the stroke of midnight with the First Run 2016. I had the opportunity to run this beautiful course on New Years 2015 and seeing the lights of Portland reflecting on the Willamette River on that clear…
I spent my New Year’s Eve at the 2015 First Run and Walk which kicked off at the stroke of midnight in downtown Portland. Frigid temps didn’t keep the runners and walkers away with just over 1,000 finishers on the event’s results. 849 completed the 5K run or walk and 218 participated in the 10K run. Though it was a chilly night (with one thermostat reading 23 degrees Fahrenheit), the event had lots of heat lamps and…
What better way to ring in the New Year than with some pre race festivities and then a run (or walk) starting at the stroke of midnight? Join me on Wednesday, December 31st for the First Run 2015 at the World Trade Center (121 SW Salmon St.) for the fun and festivities starting at 10:00pm. Participants can stay warm with music, dancing and exploring the expo while getting ready for the midnight start for…
