Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness returns to Cook Park for its 10th year. This popular local race is perfect for the whole family; you can walk, run, push a stroller, split a 10K with your spouse or a friend, and get the kids running too! This beautiful course mostly runs along paved trails through parks and along the Tualatin River, with a short section on wide sidewalks along Durham Road. There’s one short but challenging…
The Ladybug Run turns 6 this year! This is a popular, family-friendly run/walk around and in Cook Park in Tigard that acts a fundraiser for the Ladybug CDH Foundation. I did not know about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) until I ran the race last year; here’s how the Foundation describes it: Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a birth defect that occurs in about one in every 2,500 live births. It is characterized by the development, very early…
Instead of highlighting some more of my favorite races, today’s “Fabulous February” tip is to volunteer at a race. Below are some of my favorite races at which to volunteer. These picks are based on various things: the perks you get, the atmosphere, and the cause for which the race is raising money. Whether you pick one of these races or find another one, you’ll hopefully find that volunteering is a lot of fun, rewarding, and…
Run Oregon bloggers Jessica Mumme and Tung Yin both got to run the Ladybug Run, and here are their recaps/thoughts about this popular race: Tung’s thoughts: I’ve read about the Ladybug Run for a number of years without getting to take part, so I was really looking forward to running it in 2016. For those who aren’t familiar with the race or the cause that it benefits, the Ladybug Run raises funds for research into congenital…
I have always wanted to participate in the Lady Bug Run for CDH Awareness, and I am absolutely elated that this year I will be there!! When talking with others in the running community about races, and which are “must-do”, this event always makes the list. This year will be the fifth year of this annual event. This race isn’t just about adorable lady bugs, cute finisher medals and event shirts. Nor is it just about the…
I don’t think ladybugs mind rain, but this ladybug appreciated the wet stuff holding off for the 4th Annual Ladybug Run on July 25th. This event isn’t named after the flying insect, but rather a wing of the Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanual Hospital. The Ladybug wing is the name given for the area that cares for babies requiring ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) in the neonatal intensive care unit. Babies born with CDH (congenital…
This recap was submitted by Run Oregon reader Katie Briggs. Feel free to Submit a Guest Post in the “Contact Us” tab if you are wanting to write a preview or recap your running experiences as well! Last year I vaguely remember hearing about the Ladybug Run, but what I had heard was good stuff. I run at Portland Running Company on their Monday/Wednesday runs, which are coordinated by our awesome leader Megan. Megan is actively involved in…
Join me on Saturday, July 25th for a fun race out at Cook Park… But hurry to secure your spot! Less than 160 spots remain open for The Ladybug Run and registration closes on July 20th, so you’ll want to race over to the registration page. You don’t want to miss out on this adorable medal, and other great benefits, such as Acceleration Sports Medicine providing taping and stretching before the race and post race…
Submitted by Run Oregon reader Krista Hagenbuch Rider. Submit your race story for your next event here! Last year I ran Ladybug Run virtually while in California so I was excited to have the opportunity to run the actual race and snag a super cute race t-shirt! I arrived at Cook Park early, found an easy parking spot in the shade and wandered over to the start area. The vibe was upbeat as I met…
Describe the perfect 5k/10k post-race party. Did your description include 10 Barrel IPA? Dutch Bros. iced drinks? Door prizes? Or good finisher medals for both 5k and 10k participants? How about bacon and waffles? Now that I’ve got your attention, I’d like to send you over the registration page for the Ladybug Run for CDH 10k/5k running on Saturday, August 2, 2014. Sponsors have covered all of the race expenses, so all proceeds from registration…
