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Small Race Preview: 2019 Britt Woods Firehouse Run (Jacksonville, OR) and Firecracker 5k (Harrisburg, OR)

June 11, 2019 // 1 Comment

In theory, running is a simple sport, but many races are so elaborate and expensive that they seem to miss the point. Two races in greater Oregon that are bucking this trend are the Britt Woods Firehouse Run in Jacksonville and the Firecracker 5k [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Newport Celebration Run 5k/10k/Half Marathon

June 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 2019 Newport Celebration Run will be held on the 4th of July, as always, in Newport. Starting/finishing at Rogue Brewery, these races offer participants the rare opportunity to run on the 1,300+ ft NOAA Pier! There’s a distance for [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run with the Eagle 5K and Fun Run (Beaverton)

May 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Now in its 6th year, the Run with the Eagle 5K is a low-priced neighborhood run in the Sexton Mountain neighborhood in Beaverton. It’s described as “a joint partnership of the Sexton Mountain Parent Teacher Club and the Sexton Mountain [read more...]

Small Central Oregon Race Previews: Dog Gone Run 5K/10K (Redmond) & Run For The Birds 5K (Sunriver)

May 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Dogs. Birds. All the animals! If you love dogs, birds, or any animal for that matter,chances are you will be benefitting them as you participate in either of these events. The Dog Gone Run in Redmond is a 5K, 10K, or 1 mile fun walk, all designed [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 WillaMutt Strut 5k & 1k Fun Run/Walk (Salem)

May 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve always had a soft spot for animals because they can’t speak up for themselves when they are placed in a bad situation. Raising money for organizations like the Willamette Humane Society is important and well deserved, and doing the 2019 [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Prineville Hotshot Memorial Run (5K/10K)

April 22, 2019 // 2 Comments

For 25 years, the Wildland Firefighter Foundation has paid tribute to 14 hotshot firefighters that lost their lives in a terrible tragedy. Hundreds of thousands of dollars have been raised over that time, thanks to the Prineville Hotshot Memorial [read more...]

Mid Valley Small Race Previews: 2019 Victor Point Run for the Hills 5k/10k/15k & 2019 BLT Cheadle Lake 5k/10k

April 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s time to run for the hills! The 4th annual 2019 Victory Point Run for the Hills is a fun opportunity to race as well as a great community event that benefits the Victor Point School in Silverton. The race will be held on Saturday May 4th and [read more...]

How to Prepare for Single-Day Relays

April 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Relays are becoming more and more popular, and for good reason. We at Run Oregon are preparing for a number of them, most notably the Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay on Saturday, May 18. These events being together all of the aspects of running that [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Tracy Hoffman Run/Walk for Leukemia (Salem)

March 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Tracy Hoffman Memorial Run for Leukemia will be held on Sunday April 14th and, as always, is free and features a 1 Mile Fun Run, (a recreational run/walk,) the 1 Mile Dash (which is a competitive run,) or the 5k Run/Walk. From the website: The [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Pear Blossom Run 10M and 5K (Medford)

March 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 2019 Pear Blossom Run will be held on Saturday, April 13th and will once again feature the 10-miler or 5K as well as the Mayor’s Cup Fun Runs (1 and 2 miles). Starting and finishing at the Rogue Valley Family YMCA, the courses are fast and [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Dragon Run (Dallas)

March 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

Dragon Run 2019 is in it’s 12th year, raising funds for Dallas Education Foundation. This family fun event is a big hit in the city of Dallas, drawing runners/walkers of all ages. This was my son’s very first 5k a few years back. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Brewery Running Series – StormBreaker Brewing 5k Fun Run

February 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Oregon Brewery Running Series is in full swing for 2019 and there’s a fun one coming up on March 2nd at StormBreaker Brewing at the new St. John’s location in Portland. The 2019 StormBreaker 5k Fun Run follows the same format as all the [read more...]

Washington Turkey Trot Race Previews: 2018 Clark County Turkey Trot 5k/10k (Vancouver) & 2018 Turkey Trot 5k (Longview)

November 24, 2018 // 0 Comments

Thanksgiving is the time of year where I feel most fortunate, and it’s also the best time of year to consider giving to people in need. The 2018 Clark County Turkey Trot 5k/10k began as a way for families to get in an early morning run before a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 FootZone Cookie Run (Bend) – FREE RACE!

November 23, 2018 // 1 Comment

Down in Bend, where the air is thinner and the temps get a little frigid this time of year, Footzone running store puts on a host of fun events to keep people moving, while also encouraging the joy of the running community in Central Oregon. I have [read more...]

Race Preview: FREE Third Annual West Linn Turkey Trot

November 14, 2018 // 0 Comments

In 2015, 87 people showed up for the inaugural West Linn Turkey Trot 3 Mile. No race entry was collected, but participants were asked to bring non-perishable food donations for the West Linn Food Pantry. Last year, 504 folks showed up and 1,600 [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Oregon Brewery 5k Series – Basecamp Brewing

November 10, 2018 // 0 Comments

Have you tried one of the Oregon Brewery Running Series races yet? If not, why not? It’s a favorite in Portland, as you get a fun 5k(ish) run, great swag, and beer at the end, not to mention awesome people who don’t take things too seriously and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Tofurky Trot (Portland)

October 21, 2018 // 0 Comments

Thanksgiving is all about enjoying a big Turkey with family and friends. And the races surrounding Thanksgiving use Turkey’s as their mascot and race names. But what about those of us that don’t eat Turkeys? Don’t worry, the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Halloweenathon (Aloha)

October 11, 2018 // 0 Comments

It’s mid-October. Do you know what you’ll be doing on Saturday morning of the weekend before Halloween? It’ll be too early to go trick-or-treating, except if you want to combine dressing in costume with running – and get some [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Oregon Brewery Series 5k at Laurelwood Brewery

August 16, 2018 // 0 Comments

Two of my favorite weekend activities came together at the Oregon Brewery Series 5k at Laurelwood Brewery on August 11st. I’m no stranger to running for beer, but surprisingly, this was my first time running one of the races for the Oregon Brewery [read more...]

Mid-Valley Small Race Previews: 2018 Sublimity Harvest Festival AND Salem Bridge to Cross 5k

August 11, 2018 // 0 Comments

The 40th annual Sublimity Harvest Festival Fun Run will take place on Saturday, September 8th at 9am. The 3k, 5k, and 10k all start at the Sublimity Grade School and are run on paved surfaces. All distances are open to runners and walkers. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 WillaMutt Strut Fun 5k Run/Walk (Salem)

May 16, 2018 // 0 Comments

Head down to Riverfront Park along the Willamette River in Salem on June 10th with the whole family, (Fido included!) for the 2018 WillaMutt Strut 5k Run/Walk ! This awesome race will benefit the adoptable cats and dogs of the [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Hosford Husky Hustle 5K (Portland)

April 18, 2018 // 0 Comments

Looking for a small 5K race? Come out and support Hosford Middle School and Shu Ren, the Mandarin Immersion Support Program at the Hosford Husky Hustle 5K on May 6th.The proceeds of this race will be split 25/75 between Shu Ren and Hosford Middle [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Silverton Health Fun Run 5k Run/Walk

April 13, 2018 // 0 Comments

Generally the Silverton Health Fun Run/Walk occurs on Mother’s Day weekend, and it’s a great chance to get a run in while supporting a good cause. This event, now in it’s 35th year, was started by Michael Grady, MD and has become a wonderful [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 ‘Cats 5K for Kids (McMinnville)

April 8, 2018 // 0 Comments

The Cats 5K for Kids, hosted by and at Linfield College, will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2018 as a fundraiser for FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), as well as a donation to the local McMinnville School District. Not just for kids, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Oregon Brewery Running Series – Heathen Brewing (Vancouver, WA)

April 6, 2018 // 0 Comments

Spring has sprung and those perfect days for running are coming more often. What’s even better than a fun run outside with friends is a celebratory beer as a reward, and the Oregon Brewery Running Series is a great way to make that happen. Come [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Homeless 2 Hopeful Superhero Run 5k/10k (Gold Hill)

April 3, 2018 // 0 Comments

If you want a fun family event that gets everyone out of the house in superhero costumes and also supports a good cause, look no further than the 5th Annual Homeless 2 Hopeful Superhero Run. This event, which takes place on April 28th at [read more...]