The charm of a small community fun run that not only supports multiple charitable organizations but also goes above and beyond in every possible way is one you don’t want to miss. The annual Reindeer Run in St. Helens, Oregon, does just that! Among the perks of the December 2, 2023 race are an indoor commons area complete with a fireplace for participants to stay warm, inside restrooms, coffee, cocoa, snacks, music, and massages. The…
When I first got into running, I discovered a group that sponsored races in cool places all around Oregon that were true running adventures. They were called X Dog Events, and unlike many obstacle race companies, X Dogs had legit obstacles made in nature that were a real experience. I walked away from events like Ole’s Assault and the Mt. Hood Scramble with cuts and bruises but I never had so much fun earning them.…
I’ve participated in the Silver Falls Trail Runs several years now, so I feel like I’m an expert on the subject. The two biggest things you need to know about this Run Wild Adventures race is that the weather is unpredictable and possibly horrible and that it might be one of the most beautiful races you will ever experience in Oregon. Here are my best tips and tricks for you if you’re up to the…
Halloween is my favorite time of year and there’s no better way to celebrate it than to go out and do a race. There are several to choose from in the Pacific Northwest, and Fall really is a great season to showcase all the beauty of the changing leaves and the crisp weather. This year was the first time I’d done The Scary Run 5k/10k/Half Marathon and I heard I could expect flat roads and pretty…
As we all enjoy the end of Fall, sometimes it seems like November is ages away. However, Alpine Running has some epic runs up ahead, so I hope you’ve been training. The Run the Rock events are back on November 11-12, 2023 to offer more spectacular trail running at Smith Rock in Central Oregon. The events will be split over the weekend, with the 50 Miler and 20 Miler on Saturday and the 50K and…
Fall is thee BEST time to run and Halloween races are the greatest people-watching activity ever. There are a few different “costume-encouraged” race options this October, but I’ve decided that the 2023 Scary Run is the place I want to be THIS Sunday on October 29th!! The course, which starts racers off from Reflection Plaza in Washougal, is both flat and beautiful, boasting views of Mt. Hood and the Gorge while runners hoof it along…
The Eugene tradition, Run to Stay Warm, is back this year to raise money for EWEB’s Customer Care Program. They are once again offering a half marathon, 10K, or 5K (and a free kid’s dash!) on a flat course, so mark your calendar for November 19! The races will be chip-timed and will start and finish at the downtown Riverfront Park and run through Alton Baker Park and the Ruth Bascom River Path. All finishers will receive a…
If you’ve never been to Ashland, you really need to add it to your list of places to visit in Oregon. It’s a cute little town, reminiscent of Bend before it got so trendy and big, and it’s got some great little shops and restaurants. It also hosts the Rogue Marathon/Half Marathon/10k in the Fall, and I was happy to spend a weekend away with some friends to run in the Half this year.…
September is here, leaves are starting to turn pretty colors, and pumpkin flavored drinks are available at coffee shops. Which means it is high time to register for your fall races! A fun fall and Halloween tradition is the Run Like Hell, an event hosted by Terrapin Events at Milwaukie Elks Lodge. With this race taking place on October 28th, it’s a great opportunity to get out those Halloween contests and go for a run.…
If there’s anything that makes me feel sane, it’s getting out into the woods and surrounding myself with nature. Daybreak Racing has some great races on the agenda, and the 2023 Rogue Gorge sounds a lot like heaven on Earth. It’s in fact been on my radar for a while now. The Rogue Gorge offers runners three distance options and will be held over the weekend of October 14th and 15th. No matter which distance…
