PLEASE NOTE: While we do our best to ensure that all information in the Northwest Runner schedule is accurate and up-to-date, last-minute changes do take place. We suggest that you contact any number given before traveling to an event listed in the schedule.

*BEST TIMES LIST: Races that qualify for the Northwest Runner's best times list are marked with an asterisk. USATF-certified courses of other distances are listed as USATF-certified in the description.

FEATURED RACES

Tuesday, January 1. Road Runner Sports Resolution Run 5K* & Trip 'n Drip Presented by CNW. Seattle.

Saturday, January 12. Nookachamps Winter Runs Half Marathon, 10K & 5K. Mt. Vernon.

Sunday, February 10. Road Runner Sports Love 'em or Leave 'em 5K*. Seattle.

Sunday, March 9. 36th Annual Mercer Island Half Marathon,* 10K & 5K. Mercer Island.

Saturday, April 5. Yakima River Canyon Marathon*. Ellensburg to Selah.

Sunday, April 13. Whidbey Island Marathon and Half Marathon*. Deception Pass to Coupeville.

Sunday, April 20. Wenatchee Marathon*. Wenatchee.

Sunday, May 4. Eugene Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K*. Eugene, OR.

Saturday, May 10. Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon*. Tacoma.

Sunday, June 8. North Olympic Discovery Marathon & Half*. Sequim to Port Angeles.

Sunday, June 29. Virginia Mason Team Medicine Marathon, & Half at Seafair*. Bellevue.

Sunday, October 5. Portland Marathon. Portland, OR.

DECEMBER

Friday, December 21

Northern Lights - A Winter Solstice Headlamp 5 Miler. Sedro Woolley. 7 p.m. XC country run on field roads, gravel roads, grassy paths and gravel trail; headlamp required. DOR only. Dean Taylor (360) 856-6990, trailrunner@wavecable.com.

Saturday, December 22

Cable Bridge Run 10K, 5K & 1 miler. Pasco. 9 a.m. The biggest race of the Tri-Cities; long-time holiday tradition. Post-race festivities indoors. www.pasco-wa.gov, (509) 545-3456.

Tour de Lights 5K Fun Run. Bonney Lake. 7 p.m. Free run through local neighborhoods to view Christmas lights. Suggested donation 2 cans non-perishable food items to benefit local food bank. Cookies and cocoa post-run. (253) 862-8890, www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com.

Sunday, December 23

Hardcore Runners Club Winter Race Series: #2 - 3.3 Miles. Yakima. 1 p.m. Must complete 3 out of 4 races in series to qualify for awards. Frank Purdy (509) 865- 3490, www.hcrunners.org.

North Sound Runners River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397- 7214.

Saturday, December 29

New Balance Winter Grand Prix Race #2 - 2 Miles Road. Magnuson Park, Seattle. 9 a.m. Second race in series of 6 presented by Club Northwest. T's and divisional awards, must finish 4 of 6 to qualify. www.clubnorthwest.org.

Sunday, December 30

North Sound Runners River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397- 7214.

Monday, December 31

Year to Year 5K Fun Run/Walk. Longview Armory, Longview. 11:50 p.m. Event starts in 2007 and ends in 2008. Bring reflective gear or clothing. Benefits Girls on the Run of SW WA and CAP. (360) 425-8065, www.cowlitzvalleyrunners.org.

6th Annual Midnight Express 8K. Lakewood. 11:30 p.m. New Year's party to follow. (253) 983-0100.

JANUARY

Tuesday, January 1

Seaport Striders 4 & 9 Mile Hangover Run. Lewiston, ID. 10 a.m. Start the New Year off with a cold morning run! Good time to renew club membership too! (208) 746-8287, www.seaportstriders.com.

Road Runner Sports Resolution Run 5K* & Trip 'n Drip Presented by CNW. Magnuson Park, Seattle. 10:30 a.m. Optional "Trip 'n Drip" into Lake Washington just before finish. Beer garden, expo, and hot food to follow. www.promotionevents.com, (206) 729-9972. FEATURED RACE.

FSRC Resolution Run Series #1 - 5K* & 5 Miles. Steilacoom H.S., Tacoma. 9 a.m. First of annual four in annual series. Hot showers and hot food after each race. (253) 537- 8712, www.runfsrc.com.

Annual Hangover 5K Run. Vancouver, WA. 10 a.m. Runs around Ft. Vancouver Barracks. Ron (360) 260-8722, www.ccrunning.org.

Padden Resolution 2.6 & 5.2 Mile Run/Walk & Polar Dip. Padden Lake, Bellingham. 11 a.m. Non-competitive and un-timed run followed by polar dip in lake at noon. (360) 647- 7665, www.trithecookie.com.

Polar Bear Dash and Splash 5K. Sauvie island, OR. Gathering 11 a.m., run 12 p.m. Sauvie island is 20 minutes from Portland, OR. Entry fee is two cans of food, to be donated to local soup kitchen. www.barebunsrun.com.

Pooch and Pal 1.5 Mile Run. Pasco. 9 a.m. DOR only. Race fee directly benefits the Pet Over Population Prevention. Bill Leahy (509) 947-6628, www.3rrr.org.

28th Annual Thunder Run 5K. Pasco. 9:30 a.m. DOR only. Directly after the Pooch and Pal Run. Handicap race; slower runners get head start. Bill Leahy (509) 947-6628, www.3rrr.org.

Saturday, January 5

Frenchman's Bar 3, 6 & 9 Mile Run. Frenchman's Bar, Vancouver, WA. 10 a.m. Scenic run along Vancouver Lake channel. www.ccrunning.org, Mike (360) 883-9596.

GBRC 31st Annual Lake Samish 6.5 & 13.1 Mile Run. Samish Park, Bellingham. 10 a.m. Flat course w/few rolling hills. 13.1 is double loop. DOR only. www.gbrc.net, (360) 671- 0385.

Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.

Sunday, January 6

Hardcore Runners Club Winter Race Series #3 - 5 Miles. Yakima. 1 p.m. Must complete 3 out of 4 races to compete. Frank Purdy (509) 865-3490, www.hcrunners.org.

Kitsap Family YMCA Resolution Run - 5K & 5 Miles. Bremerton. 9 a.m. Join the YMCA for their annual resolution running series; first of four races. (360) 377-3741, www.kitsapfamilyymca.org.

Saturday, January 12

Nookachamps Winter Runs Half Marathon, 10K & 5K. Skagit Valley Community College, Mt. Vernon. 10 a.m. Popular mid-winter runs, some hills, great winter scenery. Warm showers and indoor recovery room. (360) 707-5554, www.nookachamps.com. FEATURED RACE.

Bridle Trails Winter Trail Running Festival - 5 & 10 Miles & 50K. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. 3 p.m. Great event for novice trail runners. (206) 329-1466, www.seattlerunningcompany.com. Also see Ultras and Relays.

New Balance Winter Grand Prix Race #3 - 3K XC. Magnuson Park, Seattle. 9 a.m. Third race in series of 6 presented by Club Northwest. T's and divisional awards, must finish 4 of 6 to qualify. www.clubnorthwest.org.

Saturday, January 19

Deer Park Frostbite 5K. Deer Park. 10 a.m. Part of Winter Fest celebration. Marianne (509) 276-9129, www.deerparkchamber.com.

Capitol Peak Mega Fat Ass Trail Run. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, January 20

Hardcore Runners Club Winter Race Series: #4 - 3.2 Miles. Yakima. 1 p.m. Must complete 3 out of 4 races in series to qualify for awards. Frank Purdy (509) 865-3490, www.hcrunners.org.

Saturday, January 26

FSRC Resolution Run Series. #2 - 10K* & 10 Miles. Steilacoom H.S., Tacoma. 9 a.m. Second of annual four in race series. Hot showers and hot food after each race. (253) 537- 8712, www.runfsrc.com.

New Balance Winter Grand Prix Race #4 - 2 Mile Road. Magnuson Park, Seattle. 9 a.m. Fourth race in series of 6 presented by Club Northwest. T's and divisional awards, must finish 4 of 6 to qualify. www.clubnorthwest.org.

Sunday, January 27

Vancouver Lake Half Marathon. Vancouver, WA. 10 a.m. Starts and ends at Vancouver Lake Park. Limited to 500, always fills quickly! www.ccrunning.org.

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

Saturday, February 2

Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.

Frosty Four Miler. Yakima. 12 p.m. Karen (509) 452- 0908, kmiller0908@hotmail.com. www.hcrunners.org.

Sunday, February 3

Kitsap Family YMCA Resolution Walk/Run Series #2: 10K & 5 Miles. Bremerton, 9 a.m. Un-timed event followed by a potluck. Second of four in series. (360) 377-3741.

Geoduck Gallop Half Marathon & 10K. Evergreen State College, Olympia. 8:30 a.m. Runs along rural roads and bike paths. (360) 867-6741, www.evergreen.edu/athletics/crosscounty/geoduckgallop.

Saturday, February 9

GBRC Two for the Road 5K. Whatcom Falls Park, Bellingham. 10 a.m. DOR only. www.gbrc.net, sensslen@yahoo.com, or (360) 527-1747.

5th Annual 5K Friendship Run & Tot Trot. Olympia. 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit Westside Cooperative Preschool's scholarship fund. (360) 556-9996, www.westsidecooperative.org.

Run/Walk for the Heart Youth Against Crime Benefit Challenge 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile. Ft. Steilacoom Park, Lakewood. 9 a.m. (253) 983-0100.

New Balance Winter Grand Prix Race #5 - 2 Mile Track. Nathan Hale H.S. 9 a.m. Fifth race in series of 6 presented by Club Northwest. T's and divisional awards, must finish 4 of 6 to qualify. www.clubnorthwest.org.

Sunday, February 10

Road Runner Sports Love 'em or Leave 'em 5K*. Greenlake, Seattle. 9 a.m. A Valentine's Day run and walk. Individuals and 2-person team categories. (206) 729-9972, www.promotionevents.com. FEATURED RACE.

Valentine Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 10K, 5K & 1 Miler. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 10:30 a.m. (360) 273-9684, wanttoduit@hotmail.com. See also Marathons.

Saturday, Feb 16

The Historic 8.5K. Fort Langley, B.C. Celebrate the 150th anniversary of British Columbia and run through the historic streets of Fort Langley. www.historichalf.ca, (778) 908-4321.

Sunday, February 17

6th Annual Matchmaker 5K. Centralia. Walk 9:30 a.m., run 10 a.m. Run solo or as a team and stay for the many great prizes! (360) 736-4812, www.matchmaker5Krun.com.

The Historic Half Marathon. Fort Langley, B.C. Celebrate the 150th anniversary of British Columbia and run through the historic streets of Fort Langley. www.historichalf.ca, (778) 908-4321.

Orcas Island Fat Ass Trail Runs. See Ultras and Relays.

Birch Bay Marathon* & Half Ultra Marathon. See Marathons. See also Ultras and Relays.

Saturday, February 23

Fort Steilacoom Running Club Resolution Run Series. #3 - 15K & 15 Miles. Steilacoom H.S., Tacoma. 9 a.m. Third of annual four race series. Hot showers and hot food after each race. (253) 537-8712, www.runfsrc.com.

Skagit Symphony's 10th Annual Smelt Run 5K* & 10K*. LaConner. Registration 8:30 a.m. (360) 848-9336, www.skagitsymphony.com.

New Balance Winter Grand Prix Race #6 - 2 Mile Road. Magnuson Park. 9 a.m. Time handicapped. Sixth race in series of 6 presented by Club Northwest. T's and divisional awards, must finish 4 of 6 to qualify. www.clubnorthwest.org.

Sunday, February 24

North Sound Runners River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397- 7214.

Saturday, March 1

Honeywagon Runs 13.1 and 4 Miles. Everson. 10 a.m. Walkers welcome! Flat roads through farm lands. Half mile fun run begins at 9:45. Vicki Griffiths (360) 671-6645, www.gbrc.net.

Run 4 Luck 10K, 5K, 1 Mile. Chehalis. 9 a.m. Margaret (360) 786-5595.

Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.

Sunday, March 2

Kitsap Family YMCA Resolution Walk/Run Series #3: 15K & 5 Miles. Bremerton, 9 a.m. Un-timed event followed by a potluck. Third of four in series. (360) 377-3741.

Saturday, March 8

Sunset Valley Loop 10 Mile Fun Run & Relay. Anacortes. 10 a.m. Four 2.5-mile loops through park. Solo or up to 4-person teams. (360) 293-1918, www.cityofanacortes.org, dustins@cityofanacortes.org. See also Ultras & Relays.

Spring Forward 5K Run. Stadium H.S, Tacoma. 9 a.m. Benefits autism. Boris (253) 582-8142, bgladun@mvppt.com.

Sunday, March 9

36th Annual Mercer Island Half Marathon,* 10K* & 5K*. Mercer Island. New location - start and finish at Community Center at Mercer View. Run for colon cancer awareness. (206) 236- 5323 x1920, www.mercerislandhalf.com. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, March 15

Foothills Dash 5K & 10K. Orting. 9 a.m. Benefits recreational programs for youth and adults w/special needs. (253) 798-4177, wgarri1@pierce.wa.us.

Runnin O' the Green 5 Mile and 2 Mile Run. Bellingham. 8:30 a.m. Lance Romo (360) 647-7665, www.trithecookie.com.

La Salle H.S. 5th Annual Shamrock Cup 6K. Union Gap. 9 a.m. (509) 225-2900, www.hcrunners.org.

Chuckanut Mountain 50K. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, March 16

The 21st Annual Big Climb for Leukemia. Columbia Center, Seattle. 8:30 a.m. Run or hike 69 flights of stairs to raise money for Leukemia research. Teams and individuals, lots of fun! (206) 628-0777 x104, www.bigclimb.org.

Henry Weinhard's St. Patrick's Day Dash 3.5 Miles. Seattle. 9 a.m. Through-city course. One of the biggest single events in the city or state. Followed by killer Beer Garden. 1-800-343-4411. www.stpatsdash.com.

Saturday, March 22

Fort Steilacoom Running Club Resolution Series #4 - 20 Mile and 20K. Steilacoom H.S., Tacoma. 9 a.m. Fourth of four race series. Hot showers and hot food after. (253) 537- 8712.

Sunday, March 23

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

Saturday, March 29

Running of the Fools 10K. Longview. 8 a.m. Course is flat and fast around Willow Grove Park loop. Don your craziest costume! Bill (360) 200-3441, www.cowlitzvalleyrunners.org.

Birch Bay Intl. Road Race 5K, 15K & 30K. Birch Bay. 8:30 a.m. Waterfront courses. (360) 325-0715, www.birchbayroadrace.com. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, March 30

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

MARATHONS

Sunday, February 10. Valentine Marathon*. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 10:30 a.m. (360) 273-9684, wanttoduit@hotmail.com.

Sunday, February 17. Birch Bay Intl. Marathon*. Birch Bay State Park, Birch Bay. 7:30 a.m. Challenge yourself in this no-frills race. www.gbrc.net, (360) 223-0264. See also Ultras and Relays.

ULTRAS and RELAYS

Saturday, January 12. Bridle Trails Winter Running Festival - 50K solo & 50K relay or pairs. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. 3 p.m. Runners should bring their own lights. Max. 6-person relay team. (206) 329-1466, www.seattlerunningcompany.com.

Saturday, January 19. Capitol Peak Mega Fat Ass 17 & 34 Mile Trail Run. Capitol State Forest, Olympia. 8 a.m. No- frills trail run. BYO food and water bottles. Potluck and bonfire to follow. (360) 250-2006, www.capitolpeakultras.com.

Sunday, February 17. Orcas Island Fat Ass 25 & 50K. Moran State Park, Orcas Island. 8:30 a.m. 3500' elevation gain in 25K, 7000' gain in 50K. James (360) 507-4819, www.capitolpeakultras.com.

Sunday, February 17. Birch Bay Half Ultra Marathon 25K. Birch Bay State Park, Birch Bay. 8 a.m. Challenge yourself in this no-frills race. www.gbrc.net.

Saturday, March 8. Sunset Valley Loop 10 Mile Relay. Anacortes. 10 a.m. Four 2.5-mile loops through park. Teams of 2- 4. (360) 293-1918, www.cityofanacortes.org, dustins@cityofanacortes.org.

Saturday, March 15. Chuckanut Mountain 50K. Fairhaven Park, Bellingham. 8 a.m. Classic northwest very hilly, muddy ultra. 8-hr. time limit. New course this year, see website for details. www.gbrc.net, (206) 715-0919.

Saturday, March 29. Birch Bay Intl. 15K & 30K Road Race. Birch Bay. 8:30 a.m. Waterfront course, 30K has some moderate rolling hills and long downhill close to finish. (360) 325-0715, www.birchbayroadrace.com.

MULTISPORT

Saturday, February 23. Wheels & Heels Partners Duathlon. Tri-Cities intl. XC course, Pasco. 9 a.m. 3 mile r, 3 mile b. Pies to top two in each division. Dale (509) 547- 7333, www.3rrr.org.

Saturday, March 1. Methow Winter Triathlon. Winthrop. 9 a.m. 12K mtn. bike, 20K ski, 8K run. Be prepared for all kinds of weather. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287.

EARLY BIRD

Saturday, April 5. Yakima River Canyon Marathon*. Ellensburg to Selah. Pt. to pt. course is exceptionally scenic, offers spectacular views of the Yakima River Canyon. (425) 226- 1518 or (509) 966-0188. www.yakimarivercanyonmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, April 13. Whidbey Island Marathon* & Half*. Deception Pass to Coupeville. Beautiful pt. to pt. course is moderately hilly and hugs the coastline in stretches. www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, April 20. Wenatchee Marathon*. Wenatchee. Also half marathon, 10K*, and 2K for kids. Traffic-free course featuring apple blossoms, snow-capped mountains and the Columbia River. (509) 662-2066, www.wenatcheemarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, May 4. Vancouver International Marathon*. Vancouver, B.C. Great event and expo. Scenic through- city course is one of the best. Also a half marathon*. www.bmovanmarathon.ca, (604) 872-2928.

Sunday, May 4. Eugene Marathon*. Eugene, OR. Run in the footsteps of legends on this flat and fast course. Also half marathon* and 5K*. www.eugenemarathon.com, (877) 345- 2230. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, May 10. Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon*. Tacoma. Also half marathon* and 10K*. Challenging course with rolling hills; views of Commencement Bay and Mount Rainier. (253) 862-8890. www.tacomacitymarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, May 18. Capital City Marathon*. Olympia. Course features rolling hills, tree-lined rural roads, and views of Rainier and the Olympics. Also a half marathon*, 5 miler and kids race. (360) 786-1786. www.capitalcitymarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, June 7. Governor's Cup Marathon. Helena, MT. First event 7 a.m. Marathon and marathon relay start in scenic, old ghost town. Also half marathon, 10K* and 5K.* www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210.

Sunday, June 8. North Olympic Discovery Marathon* & Half*. Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail w/stunning views. www.nodm.com, larry@nodm.com, (360) 417- 1301. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, June 8. San Juan Island Half Marathon & Marathon. San Juan Island. Highly scenic loop course. Includes welcome dinner. (360) 472-0908, www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com.

Sunday, June 29. Virginia Mason Team Medicine Marathon*, & Half* at Seafair. Bellevue. Also marathon relay and 5K*. New course for 2008. (206) 728-0123, www.seafairmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Friday, July 18 - 19. Mt. Rainier to the Pacific Relay. Mt. Rainier to Ocean Shores. 12-person running teams cover 168 miles, 7-person walk teams cover 100 miles. www.eventmgnt.com/rtp.

Sunday, October 5. Portland Marathon*. Portland, OR. Also 5 mile run, 10K walk, and kids' run. (503) 226-1111, www.portlandmarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, October 12. Royal Victoria Marathon*. Victoria, B.C. Also half marathon* and 8K run. Kids' races too. (250) 658-4520, www.royalvictoriamarathon.com.

INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD

2007 UW, WWU, & WSU Track and Field Schedule. For more information, visit their websites: http://gohuskies.cstv.com, http://wwuvikings.cstv.com, http://wsucougars.cstv.com.

January 18 - 19. WSU Indoor Open. Pullman.

January 19. UW Indoor Preview. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

January 25 - 26. Cougar Indoor. Pullman.

February 1 - 2. UW Invitational. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

February 16. Husky Classic. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

February 17. UW Open. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

February 22 - 23. WSU Indoor Open II. Pullman.

February 29 - March 1. MPSF Indoor Track and Field Championships. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

March 8. NCAA Last Chance Meet. Dempsey Indoor, Seattle.

March 8. Joe Peyton Open (Univ. of Puget Sound). Baker Stadium, Tacoma.

March 15. NCAA Indoor Championships. Fayetteville, Ark.

March 15. Dusty Open (Spokane CC). Spokane.

March 22. Spring Break Open (Club Northwest). Edmonds.

March 28. Husky Outdoor Preview. Husky Stadium, Seattle.

SPECIAL EVENTS

January 8. Elliot Bay Books. Seattle, 7:30 p.m. Charles Kastner will talk about his new book, Bunion Derby, and sign copies. A fascinating look at the historic footrace across America. www.elliotbaybook.com.

CAMPS AND CLINICS

Northwest Track and Field Clinic. February 8-10. SeaTac Double Tree, Seattle Airport. 3 days worth of sessions; 19 different clinicians, featuring Andy Bloom from UC Davis and former Olympian Dr. Tommie Smith. Learn winning strategies from the sport's leaders. www.allsportschool.com.

One-on-One Injury Prevention Clinic at Fairhaven Running. Every other Tuesday, 30 minute sessions from 6-8 p.m. $15 by appointment only. (360) 676-4955 or runners@fairhavenrunners.com.

Super Jock 'n Jill Sports Medicine Clinics. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Free. Variety of great sports medicine people. See www.superjocknjill.com for schedule. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. (206) 522-7711.

Super Jock 'n Jill Clinics. For clubs, organizations, teams, businesses. Discussions of equipment, new technologies, shoe construction, and training. Talk with Ty at Super Jock 'n Jill Event Promotions: (206) 522-7711, www.superjocknjill.com.

COACHING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Capitol City Marathon and Half Marathon Training Group. Begins January 12, 2008. Preparation for Capitol City half and full marathons is based out of South Sound Running. $75 training fee includes group long runs Saturday mornings with manned water stations and post-run food and beverages. Fee also covers coaching advice from South Sound staff every other week, training tips from sports medicine professionals, and Asics silk-screened duffel bag. For more information contact South Sound Running at (360) 705-2580, www.southsoundrunning.com or in person at 3409 Capitol Blvd., Olympia.

Fleet Feet Sports Spring Marathon Training Clinic. Begins January 19, 2008. Preparation for spring half and full marathon season, including weekly group training runs with supported aid stations, monthly training meetings with sports medicine professionals, and complimentary long sleeve t- shirt. $100.00 registration fee. See www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com for details or contact the Fleet Feet store at 19685 State Route 410 E, Bonney Lake; (253) 862- 8890.

Everyday Athlete Swimming Workouts. St. Edward Pool, Kenmore. Sundays 9 a.m., Monday and Wednesdays 6 a.m. Hour-long coached workout, includes drills, conditioning, and stroke evaluation. $5 fee. (425) 821-4301 or www.everydayathlete.us.

Chi Running and Chi Walking Courses. The Balanced Athlete in Kent. From 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Private and refresher courses available; call to schedule. Limited to 10 people/class. (253) 239-6301, www.thebalancedathlete.com.

Chuckit. Chuck Bartlett head coach. Train for any event. Weekly workouts and twice weekly group runs. All levels of ability welcome. 6-month program for $150. Includes T- shirt, training log and discounts on shoes at Super Jock 'n Jill. Can start any time. (206) 391-3448, (206) 522-7711, www.runchuckit.com, chuck@runchuckit.com.

Fleet Feet Sports Running Club. Headquartered out of Fleet Feet Sports in Bonney Lake. Regular group runs, store discounts, training clinics, club uniforms, and monthly team potluck meetings. $20 one-time membership fee. Contact Fleet Feet Sports - 19685 State Route 410 E, Bonney Lake, staff@fleetfeetbonneylake.com, (253) 862-8890.

Foot Zone Running Club. Headquartered at Redmond Foot Zone store. Coaching aimed at certain popular local events. Regular group runs, store discounts, sports medicine and product clinics, club uniforms, and other programs. $50 annual fee. Contact redmondrunning@msn.com. (425) 556-0383.

Rain City Flyers. Youth cross-country program. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. Saturdays at 9 a.m. Woodland Park, Seattle. Jim Neff (206) 523-4233, jneff48@aol.com.

Snohomish Youth Track Club. Boys and girls, ages 8- 18, are welcome to join and participate. Athletes are encouraged to participate in summer all-comers meets and USATF Jr. Olympic competition. Workouts are 3-4 days a week at Snohomish High School. This is an athlete and family friendly club; serious workouts within a fun atmosphere. Frank dauncey@verizon.net or (425) 422-0718.

REGULAR RUNS

The following runs are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise noted. Regular coached runs with fees are under "Coaching and Special Programs."

MONDAY

6 a.m. Early Morning Run Group with the Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs; join us today! 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

5:30 p.m. Bloomsday Road Runners Club. Spokane. Meet at Manito Park Duck Pond. www.brrc.net.

6 p.m. Skagit Runners Club/Foot WoRx. 702 S. 1st, Mt Vernon. Easy - usually 4 miles 8-10 min/mile. (360) 336- 2475.

6 p.m. Redmond Foot Zone. All levels welcome; distance varies. (425) 556-0383.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7 miles. Meet at Redmond Footzone. Leslie Miller (425) 830-2562, www.eastsiderunners.com.

6 p.m. Husky Running Club. Meet at the center of the Quad on UW campus. All abilities welcome. uwrunner@u.washington.edu, http://students.washington.edu/uwrunner.

6:30 p.m. Fleet Feet Sports Group Runs. Bonney Lake. 4-6 miles; all paces welcome. See website for locations: www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com, (253) 862-8890,

TUESDAY

5:45 a.m. Always Running 3.2 Miles Around Greenlake. Followed by strengthening workout, use of facilities. (206) 985-7405, www.alwaysrunning.com.

11 a.m. Kitsap Family YMCA 'Shake A Tail Feather' Run Club. Power walk/jog/run. Hour-long class designed to gradually build stamina and improve cardio fitness. Douglas (360) 377-3741.

5 p.m. Run 26. Alderwood. 6-10 miles, 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626. www.Run26.net.

5:15 p.m. Kitsap Family YMCA Running Group (y-runners), Run for Your Life. Bremerton YMCA. All levels, non- competitive, newcomers welcome. (360) 377-3741.

5:15 p.m. Highline YMCA Running Group. 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday meet at Highline YMCA: 17874 Des Moines Memorial Dr. Burien. 2nd and 4th Tuesday meet at Highline H.S.: 225 S 152nd, Burien for track workout. All levels welcome. Tamara Mackey, (206) 242-8185, youotterbe@msn.com.

5:30 p.m. Northeast YMCA Running Club, 5003 12th NE. Stan Chraminski (206) 527-9393.

5:30 p.m. Fort Steilacoom RC Weekly Fun Run. Fircrest Community Center or Point Defiance Park. (253) 537-8712.

5:30 p.m. Interurban Runners Club. Kentwood H.S. Track workouts. Steve Israel (253) 797-0041, www.interurbanrunners.net.

5:30 p.m. Poulsbo Running. All levels welcome. Meet at Poulsbo Running store. 45 minutes to 1 hour. (360) 779- 8757.

6 p.m. Three Rivers Road Runners Club. Richland H.S. track. Jim (509) 627-6434.

6 p.m. Bellevue Foot Zone Distance varies; all welcome. (425) 462-7463.

6 p.m. Seattle Running Co. Group Runs. 4-6 miles at 8- 10 min/mile. (206) 329-1466, www.seattlerunningcompany.com.

6 p.m. Fairhaven Runners. A friendly run of 8-11 min/mile. Groups use south side paths and trails for 3-5 mile jogs. (360) 676-4955.

6 p.m. NIKEtown Seattle Running Club. NIKEtown Downtown Seattle. All runners and walkers, all paces welcome. 3, 5, or 7 mile run/walk. Traci Johnston (206) 447-6453.

6 p.m. Road Runner Sports. 3-8 miles. All paces welcome, meet at Greenlake store. 7020 Woodlawn. (206) 517-5100.

6 p.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs; join us today! 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

6:30 p.m. West Seattle Runners. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. All ability levels welcome. Dave (206) 938-2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

WEDNESDAY

6 a.m. Early Morning Run Group with the Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs; join us today! 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

5-7 p.m. Puget Pounders Track Workouts. Rain, Sleet, or Snow. North Thurston H.S. Jeff Foster, (360) 352-6087.

5:30 p.m. Urban Run. Seattle. 3-6 miles through downtown. Adidas Sport Performance Store, 1501 Fifth Ave. (206) 447-1548.

5:30 p.m. One Step at a Time (OSAT), an outdoor club for members and friends of 12-step recovery programs. Greenlake. Bob Green, 825-3516; Dick, 339-3751.

5:30 p.m. West Central Community Center. 5 miles, 8- 11 min /mile. Jim Price (509) 328-7417 or Don Jolley (509) 327- 9285.

6 p.m. Bellingham Epic Run. Strenuous runs, 1 1/2 to 2 hours on hilly terrain. Meet at Fairhaven Runners. (360) 676- 4955, www.fairhavenrunners.com.

6 p.m. Club Oly 5 Mile Run. Olympia. Cluboly@hotmail.com.

6 p.m. Redmond Foot Zone All levels welcome. (425) 556-0383.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7 miles. Meet at Redmond Foot Zone. Leslie Miller (425) 830- 2562, www.eastsiderunners.com

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. Track workout. Lake Washington H.S., Kirkland. John Sweeney (425) 707-9203, www.eastsiderunners.com.

6 p.m. Always Running/Super Jock 'n Jill Community Runs. 5-6 miles, all welcome. Meet at Always Running. (206) 985- 7405.

6 p.m. Skagit Runners Club/Foot WoRx. Faster group: tempo run 6-8 miles, 6-8 min/mile, and second group at casual pace. (360) 336-2475.

6 p.m. Road Runner Sports. Kent. Meet at store - 444 Ramsay Way, Suite 114. All welcome. (253) 850-6200.

6:30 p.m. Frontrunners Fun Run. Volunteer Park; meet in front of Asian Art Museum - 1400 East prospect St. - for 4- mile run. All welcome. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

6:30 p.m. Tacoma Waterfront. 4-8 miles with the Interurban Runners. J. Ellis (253) 606-2511, www.interurbanrunners.net.

THURSDAY

6 a.m. Early Morning Run Group with the Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs; join us today! 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

11 a.m. Kitsap Family YMCA 'Shake A Tail Feather' Run Club. Power walk/jog/run. Hour-long class to gradually build stamina and improve cardio fitness. Douglas (360) 377- 3741.

5 p.m. Run 26. Alderwood. 6-10 miles, 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626. www.Run26.net.

5:15 p.m. Kitsap Family YMCA Running Group (y-runners), Run for Your Life. Bremerton YMCA. 60 Magnuson Way. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. (360) 377-3741.

5:30 p.m. Poulsbo Running. All levels welcome. Meet at Poulsbo Running store. 45 minutes to 1 hour. (360) 779- 8757.

5:45 p.m. Flying Irish Running Club. Spokane. Meet in O'Doherty's parking lot for approximate 5K run. www.brrc.net.

6:30 p.m. Super Jock 'n Jill Fun Run. Distance varies; everyone welcome. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711.

6 p.m. Seattle Running Co. Group Run. 8-10 mile tempo run; leaves from store. (206) 329-1466, seattlerunningcompany.com.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. Distance varies. Meet at Piecora's Pizza, Kirkland. Scot (425) 822-7047, www.eastsiderunners.com.

6 p.m. Fairhaven Runners. Evening hill run at 8-11 min/mile. Bellingham. (360) 676-4955, www.fairhavenrunners.com.

6 p.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs; join us today! 213 First Ave South, (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

6 p.m. Road Runner Sports. 3-8 miles. All paces welcome, meet at Greenlake store. 7020 Woodlawn. (206) 517-5100.

6 p.m. Husky Running Club. Meet at the center of the Quad on UW campus. All abilities welcome. uwrunner@u.washington.edu, http://students.washington.edu/uwrunner.

6:15 p.m. Green River Gliders Youth RC. Federal Way, Auburn areas. Vern Stoffel, (253) 941-9604.

6:30 p.m. Interurban Runners Club. Scorecard Pub in Federal Way. Larry Coyne (253) 653-4456, www.interurbanrunners.net.

6:30 p.m. West Seattle Runners. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. All abilities welcome. Pizza after. Dave (206) 938- 2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

SATURDAY

7 a.m. Port Orchard Slug Club. All welcome. Annapolis Dock; run at own pace and distance along Beach Drive; reconvene for group breakfast. Bill (360) 373-4042.

7 a.m. Running Lattes. All welcome; non-competitive. Seattle-Eastside locations. Nancy (206) 229-0204, Jennifer (425) 870-3587 or Michelle (206) 715-9857, runninglattes@comcast.net.

7 a.m. Normandy Park Running Club. Run at own pace and distance. Everyone welcome. Just west of Sea-Tac. David Knox (206) 835-2887, www.normandyparkrunningclub.com.

8 a.m. Kitsap Runners. Four mile jaunt around Kitsap Lake. All welcome; non-competitive. Meet at Red Apple on Kitsap Way. (360) 830-0738.

8 a.m. Spokane. 10-15 miles, 8-11 min/mile. Jim (509) 328-7417 or Don (509) 327-9285.

8 a.m. Fairhaven Walking Club. Drop in walking group, led by national race walker Cindy Paffumi, is for all levels. Call (360) 319-3350 for start locations.

8 a.m. Seattle Frontrunners. Greenlake Community Center. Long run. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

8:30 a.m. Northeast YMCA Running Club, 5003 12th NE. Stan Chraminski, (206) 527-9393.

8:30 a.m. Eastside Runners. All welcome; non- competitive. Locations and distances vary; see website for current schedule. www.eastsiderunners.com.

8:30 a.m. Tri-City Court Club, Kennewick. Eric (509) 627-1329.

9 a.m. Seattle Frontrunners. Greenlake Community Center. Runners and walkers welcome. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

2 p.m. HASH (1st and 3rd Saturdays, call to be sure PLEASE). Whidbey Island Super Hash (W.I.S.H. 3). Family Hash. Linda or Gary Youngs, (360) 678-3441.

SUNDAY

7 a.m. Seattle Running Co. Trail Runs. Meet at store to carpool. Long runs of 2.5-6 hrs. Distances and locations vary; see website for details. (206) 329-1466, www.seattlerunningcompany.com.

7:30 a.m. Port Townsend Running Club. Meet at Ft. Worden commons building. Easy runs from 1-2 hours or more, open to all abilities. www.ptrunning.org.

8 a.m. Super Jock 'n Jill Long Run. Meet at store, 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711, www.superjocknjill.com.

8 a.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN runs. Join us for breakfast afterwards. 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, www.theBalancedAthlete.com.

8 a.m. Club Oly runs of 1 hour +. Olympia. cluboly@hotmail.com.

8 a.m. North Sound Runners. Jennings Park, Marysville. 1st Sunday of each month. Distances vary. Ray Townsend, (425) 397-7214.

8 a.m. Poulsbo Running Trail Runs. Call store for locations. 1 hour +. All abilities welcome. (360) 779-8757.

8 a.m. Snohomish Track Club. Monroe, Snohomish, Lake Stevens, and Everett areas. Steve (425) 258-1916.

8 a.m. Spokane, SFCC parking lot near stadium. 10-20 miles. 7:30-11min/mile on roads or trails. Gunhild or Jack (509) 928-5272.

8 a.m. Spokane, Manito Park Duck Pond. Approx. 5 miles, all paces. Joan Pribnow (509) 624-4297.

8 a.m. Run 26. Redmond Watershed. 12-16 miles. 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626, www.Run26.net.

8 a.m. Bellingham. Run this safe and easy 2-hr. trail out and back or turn around when you want. (360) 676-4955, www.fairhavenrunners.com.

8:30 a.m. Running in Motion. Edmonds. All levels welcome, 4-6 miles. (425) 774-0637.

8:30 a.m. West Seattle Runners Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. All ability levels welcome. Coffee after. Dave (206) 938-2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

10 a.m. Frontrunners Track Workout. West Seattle Stadium. Seasonal; see website for details. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

Hash House Harriers. Various days, times. Bill "Where's" Picatti, 641-2534. Kitsap County: Richard "Musashi" Christopher, (360) 779-3949.

RACEWALKING

Racewalk Clinics -Second Saturday of every month. Racewalk clinic for beginners or intermediate walkers. Green Lake Community Center, south side. By appointment only. 10 a.m. Instructor Stan Chraminski (206) 527-9393, www.albionarts.com/racewalking.

Second Saturday Race Around Green Lake. Informal unjudged racewalk races are held every month. Meet at south side of the Green Lake Community Center at 9 a.m. (206) 527- 9393.

ORIENTEERING

Saturday, December 29. Bog Slog. St. Edward State Park, Kenmore. Includes 3 foot courses and mtn. bike course. www.cascadeoc.org.

Saturday, January 5. O' Series #5/WIOL #5. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. www.cascadeoc.org.

Saturday, January 19. O' Series #6/WIOL #6. Priest Point Park, Olympia. www.cascadeoc.org.

Saturday, February 2. O' Series #7/WIOL #7. Fire Mountain, Mt. Vernon. www.cascadeoc.org.

Saturday, February 9. Orienteering Relay. Tacoma. www.cascadeoc.org.

Saturday, February 23. O' Series Championships/WIOL Championships. Green River CC, Auburn. www.cascadeoc.org.

NOTE: While we do our best to ensure that all information in the Northwest Runner schedule is accurate and up-to- date, last-minute changes do take place. We suggest that you contact any number given before traveling to an event listed in the schedule.