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Race Preview: 2019 Happy Valley Fun Run (10K and 5K run/walk)

April 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

Each time I drive through Happy Valley I invariably think to myself “It’s so pretty here!” and always want to explore more. Luckily, coming up on Saturday, May 11th, the 40th annual Happy Valley Fun Run gives that exact [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Salem Paddy Pint 10K/5K/Kids Dash (Salem)

February 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 3rd annual Salem Paddy Pint will be held on Saturday, March 16th, and will once again be a fundraiser for the Dental Foundation of Oregon and their Tooth Taxi, which provides children in the local community with free dental care and oral [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Glow Run 5k (Dallas)

September 21, 2018 // 0 Comments

There’s something special about a smaller town race! Dallas, OR is a great town for runners with a beautiful city park, lovely river trail and inviting downtown! As I drive to and from work each day, I almost always see someone out [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 ZERO Prostate Cancer 5K Run/Walk (Portland)

May 23, 2018 // 0 Comments

The 2018 ZERO Prostate Cancer 5K run/walk returns to Portland on Sunday, June 10th on the South Waterfront. There’s something for everyone, with a 5K run or walk, 1 mile walk, Kids’ Superhero Dash for Dad, and virtual Snooze for Dudes [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Lake Run (Lake Oswego)

April 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

Now in it’s 42nd year, the Lake Run put on by the Lake Oswego Women’s Club is known for its hilly terrain, great views and is the club’s biggest fundraiser of the year! All proceeds will benefit Annie Ross House, the only [read more...]

Race Series Preview: 2018 Healthy Kids Running Series (Newberg and Klamath Falls)

March 19, 2018 // 0 Comments

For all those out there with young children, you need to know about the Healthy Kids Running Series. We all know that kids are our future and it is so important to educate and inspire them to live healthy and active lifestyles. That is exactly what [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2017 Reindeer Romp (Wilsonville)

November 11, 2017 // 0 Comments

This is my all time favorite time of year to participate in running events. The holidays are in full swing, and everyone is in a festive spirit. The 2017 Reindeer Romp, held in Wilsonville OR is the perfect family friendly holiday race. This is a 5K [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2017 Tamale Trot 5K & 10K (Salem)

October 8, 2017 // 2 Comments

For whatever reason, post-run I crave salsa and chips. And I devour them if I get my hands on them! I also love Mexican food in general – tamales and tacos for days! Combine that together for a race?! OMG I’m there! The first ever, [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Tigard K9 5K Run/Walk and Kids Run (Tigard)

September 14, 2017 // 0 Comments

Woof! Woof woof! Being an animal lover and a dog owner, I am all about combining running and dogs together. The Tigard K9 5K is a fundraiser for the Tigard Police K-9 program and local youth projects. Last year the race raised $3,000 for the K-9 [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Free Flight Run – 10K, 5K and Kid’s Mile Run (Newport)

September 13, 2017 // 0 Comments

Do you want to run the oldest continuous race held in Lincoln County? The Free Flight Run, named after migrating brown pelicans flying along the beach at this time of year, is put on by the Coast Hills Running Club, and offers a 10K, 5K and Kids [read more...]

Small Race Preview: PJ’s to Pancakes 5k run/walk and kids 1 mile dash (West Linn)

June 20, 2017 // 0 Comments

I’m one of those runners who takes hours to decide on the final race outfit the night before a race which I then have to triple check I have every piece of gear I need. And then check it again right before I go to bed too! I really think I [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Britt Woods Firehouse Run (Jacksonville)

June 9, 2017 // 0 Comments

The Britt Woods Firehouse Run in Jacksonville, Oregon has been put on by the Southern Oregon Runners Club for many years now and offers a variety of unique and fun options to choose from for your running pleasure! There is a 10k, 4.3 mile loop, 1.9 [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Taste of Historic Parkrose 5k/10k (Portland)

May 30, 2017 // 0 Comments

I have a confession to make. I have worked in the Parkrose district of Portland for nine years now and I have never explored any of it, except for the occasional places for lunch. I drive back and forth through it and across it twice every [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 ZERO Prostate Cancer 5k (Portland)

May 17, 2017 // 0 Comments

Portland is honored to host this great event again for the 2nd year! The ZERO Prostate 5k Run/Walk in Portland, Oregon, is a fundraiser for the national organization, ZERO Prostate, who’s mission is to end prostate cancer and make prostate [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Lake Run 5k/10k (Lake Oswego)

April 24, 2017 // 0 Comments

The 41st annual Lake Run, hosted by the Women’s Club of Lake Oswego, takes place at Millennium Plaza in Lake Oswego on Saturday, May 13th starting at 8am. Participants can choose to run the 10k, which is a challenging, hilly loop around the [read more...]

Run for the Law: A County United 5K/10K Run and Walk on March 4th, 2017

February 15, 2017 // 0 Comments

Run for the Law: A County United 5K/10K Run and Walk takes place on March 4th in Grants Pass and benefits Securing Our Safety (S.O.S.). A free Kids Dash starts at 8:30am, followed with a 5K/10K at 9:00am. The race starts and finishes at Club [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Charlie’s Chocolate 5K Run/Walk (Ashland)

February 7, 2017 // 0 Comments

I love it when a run is part of a bigger festival or celebration. Charlie’s Chocolate 5k Run/Walk takes place on Sunday, March 5th during the Oregon Chocolate Festival at the Ashland Hills Hotel & Suites in Ashland OR. There will be [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 EWEB Run to Stay Warm 5k/10k/Half Marathon (Eugene) AND DISCOUNT CODE!

October 21, 2016 // 0 Comments

Each year, we rely on our heating system to keep us warm through cold winter months. However, there are many people going through financial hardships who have to select carefully if they can afford to keep their homes heated. The Eugene Water and [read more...]

Double Race Preview: St. Helens Monster Dash 5k/10k (St Helens) and Scappoose D.O.G Howl-O-Ween 5k (Scappoose)

September 16, 2016 // 0 Comments

Did you know that the town of St Helens celebrates Halloween during the entire month of October? The Spirit of Halloweentown has events scheduled throughout the month, and on Saturday, October 8th, runners take to the street for the annual Monster [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 37th Annual Happy Valley Fun Run on May 7th, 2016

April 23, 2016 // 0 Comments

The 37th Annual Happy Valley Fun Run offers a Kid’s Dash, 5K and 10K on Saturday, May 7th. The best part is that all of the proceeds benefit Happy Valley Elementary School, plus they offer a discount for students. All distances start and finish at [read more...]

Race Preview: Save the Bee 5K and Kids Dash 4/23/16 (Eugene, Ore.)

March 5, 2016 // 0 Comments

Join me on Saturday, April 23 at beautiful Richardson Park (Fern Ridge Reservoir) for the 2nd annual Save the Bee 5K and Kids Dash, presented by GloryBee. Last year, in the inaugural event, over $6,000 was raised to fund Honey Bee Health research! [read more...]

Race Preview: 3rd Annual FCA SuperFan 5K & 1K in West Linn

January 9, 2016 // 0 Comments

Are you a football fanatic? Can’t get enough NFL or NCAA? The FCA’s 3rd Annual SuperFan 5K is where you can strut your Beaver beanie, sport your Duck hat, or rock your jersey in support of your favorite team. Show your friends and [read more...]