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.…
When I first became a runner, one of the stickers I got for the back of my car shared my true intentions for this new hobby: “Training for the zombie apocalypse.” And Run Like Hell is a great race to put those skills to the test in trying to outrun things that bump in the night. Although the theme this year is “Retro Video Games,” it is only a matter of time before someone merges…
If you need an excuse to run in a Superman cape or a giant witch costume, come out to Milwaukie on October 30th this year and do the 2021 Run Like Hell 10k/5k Halloween Run!! This Halloween-themed event, held by Terrapin Events, is family friendly, so come check out all the costumes and get your family to join in while you’re at it. You have the option of the 5k or the 10k, and you…
Last week I challenged my students to try something brand new, something outside of their comfort zones. And since I want to be a good teacher, it seemed like perfect timing to be brave and daring myself. The result was my first experience with a virtual race that included a specific course and directions. Terrapin Events has started hosting “Nearly Live” versions of their 2020 races. Rather than choosing my own location for the miles,…
Run Like Hell has been one of my favorite races every fall. The course shifted last fall from downtown Portland to Troutdale, with a finisher’s celebration at McMenamins Edgefield. For me it was never about the course. It was about the costumes. Hundreds of participants would fill the out-and-back courses in outfits as simple as a little glitter to as elaborate as a sharknado. Always scheduled close to Halloween, adults could have fun just…
Welcome to the latest 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! Coming up in the next…
Welcome to the latest 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! This weekend: Reminder about a…
https://terrapinevents.com/wp-content/uploads/Run-Like-Hell-logo_glow.png There are certain races I look forward to every year. When the summer heatwave shifts to fall rainy days, I know that the costumed adventure Run Like Hell is just around the corner. And this year, that corner is somewhere brand new. The Run Like Hell half marathon, 10K, and 5K have moved from downtown Portland out to McMenamins Edgefield. The hotel grounds provide the prep area and after-party, with participants shuttling to the start/finish…
Zombies, costumes, and swag, oh my! Thousands of costumed runners will be hitting the streets of Portland on October 21st for Run Like Hell. As the name implies, this race is one of the spookiest in town. Once you finish your half marathon, 10k, or 5k, stick around and be ready to party! The after party hosts a costume contest, live music, amazing food, and of course beer and cider. Lets not forget all the…
Welcome to the latest in 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 love about…
