I am completely biased when it comes to events put on by Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC). I joined the board last year and am in charge of their social media including Facebook and Instagram. But there is a reason that I, and everyone on the board, volunteer for this group: it’s all about the people. It’s not about making money or getting a lot of attention. It’s about creating great events that are inclusive…
Champoeg State Park is a great venue for running a race of any distance. It’s like a destination event without having to travel too far (if you are coming from the Portland area). The Oregon Road Runners Club is taking full advantage of Champoeg Park with its upcoming Champoeg Marathon Relay, 30K, Half Marathon, 10K, and Kid’s Run on March 2, 2019. That’s right, apart from the kid’s run, there are four distance options to get you…
Welcome to the first post in the 2019 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, let us know via email, twitter, or facebook! We also want to know…
With 2019 around the corner, I’m already carving out my race year, and the first race I’m planning is the 2019 ORRC Y2K Run. It’s the first race in the 2019 ORRC Half Marathon Series as well as the first of the 10k Series depending on what distance you choose. I personally signed up for the Half Marathon Series, and I’m excited to get started!! Both distances of the Y2K run will begin and end at…
I had a great run this Labor Day. For some reason, it just felt really good. I worked hard, my time was better than it has been in quite awhile, and I finished feeling like overall, I just ran well. So, there’s a chance the Greenway Trail Trial is my new favorite 10K. What made this run go so well? Sometimes it just happens, but I’d say there were a few factors that helped it…
The Oregon Road Runners Club is hosting their 2018 Greenway Trail Trial 10K run/walk on Labor Day – Monday, September 3rd – in Beaverton. So get in your chores / errands / relaxing in on Saturday and Sunday and celebrate Labor Day and start the week with a beautiful run on Monday! This is a 10K out and back course on the Fanno Creek Regional [paved] Trail, which features scenic natural areas and wetlands. There…
Start planning your Memorial Day and register for the annual Oregon Road Runners Club (ORRC) Up The Lazy River 10K. If you haven’t made it to West Linn for this memorable Monday morning race, put this one on your bucket list. You will run alongside the lazy Willamette River, conquer the undulating hills of West Linn, and enjoy the scenic forests and fields of Mary S. Young Park. While most of this course is paved, you…
After last year’s frigid temperatures, the 2018 ORRC Y2K Half Marathon and 10k felt almost balmy. Run on Saturday, January 6 in Forest Grove, this race was also the kick off for the ORRC Half Marathon Series and the ORRC 10k Series. Plus, it had a lovely 9a start. Upon arriving in Forest Grove at 8:24 (thanks, Waze), I was able to easily find a parking spot (there are three large lots all within a…
Welcome to a new year of 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…
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! You probably already know about the ORRC 10k Series (seven 10k races for $150), but did you know they’ve also got a half marathon series? The five-race ORRC Half Marathon Series includes the…
