The 26th Annual Lyle’s Myles 5k Run/Walk is headed your way on July 13th this year. This race takes place at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver and will be the same day as the Saturday in the Park Pride event, which is a Vancouver’s annual Pride festival. This race is unique, as it was devised by Lyle Smith, who put together this race initially with one golden rule: No one was allowed to pass…
Come out to beautiful Mingus Park in Coos Bay on July 4th for the 2019 Mayor’s Firecracker Run. This race is a great option for families with a free kid’s run and a 4k for the grown ups. This summer holiday race, hosted by South Coast Running Club, is part of the Triple Crown Series. The kid’s run will start at 10:00AM and the 4k will take part after the kids are finished, around 10:20AM.The…
I’ve done well over a hundred races over the last 15 or so years, but I’ve yet to do the Foot Traffic Flat. It’s on my list to do someday, when the timing is right, and I’ve heard more and more about it every year. What I hear about it is that it’s on 4th of july and therefore generally hot (though the average high is 76 with a low of 56)) but it’s…
I’ve made it no secret that personally I think that Southern Oregon is one of the best places to run in the state. With clean air, relatively mild weather and great views, the Mt. Ashland 5K scheduled for July 6th is likely to take advantage of every positive aspect of the region. Dubbed ‘America’s Friendliest 5K’, with hugs for finishers and great prizes, this race is like no other. Reigstration is currently open through RunSignUp.…
If you have done and enjoyed any obstacle races, or if the typical trail run has become a bore, maybe the Mt. Hood Scramble and Twilight Scramble is just what you need. This challenging course uses what mother nature has made to create a one in a lifetime obstacle experience. There are no man made walls or mud pits creates with a hose, there is only the incredible landscape of this amazing mountain to keep…
In the Pacific Northwest, the scenes of towering mountains and lush green forests excite and bring calm to those venturing within their shadows. Trail runner seek out these exceptional locals to also inspire as they aim to push the limits of their own abilities. The Timberline Trail Half Marathon is one of those coveted runs that will simultaneously drain your energy with technical tails while also filling your soul with the energy only found after…
Fly like a butterfly on Saturday June 22nd for the 2019 ECEC Butterfly 5k Run/Walk. This will be a beautiful run (or walk if you prefer!) along the Umpqua River in Elkton, OR. Get the kiddos involved too, as there’s a FREE kids race for little ones 10 and under just before the 5k starts. After the race, there will be more fun with live music, vendors, and food. There will also be tours of…
My family went camping at Timothy Lake last summer, and I managed to get away for a couple of hours to run around the entire lake. It was really beautiful and unlike many trails in Oregon, relatively flat. It’s a great backdrop for a race and the 2019 Timberline Marathon and Half Marathon is coming up on the weekend of June 15th. You’ll have two chances to run the half marathon, as there’s one on…
The Heaven Can Wait Women’s 5k is hosted by the St. Charles Foundation. This is the 20th year this amazing organizations has put on an event to bring awareness and raise financial backing for breast cancer. This race has grown to be one of the largest 5K events in Central Oregon. At its inception, this event was to promote early detection and a healthy lifestyle after Charlene Levesque, a breast cancer survivor herself, encourages the…
Helix, OR is hosting the 2019 Heart of the Country Fun Run/Walk on June 8th this year, and this race will help fund improvements to Helix Park after an unfortunate flood ruined much of it. This is a great way to celebrate the community and to offer your support. Check in for this 5k/10k/1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will begin at 7:00AM with the run beginning at 8:00AM. The Helix School Wood Shop is making the…
