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|  April 2008
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
Saturday, April 5. Skagit Valley Tulip Run 2 & 5
Mile. Burlington.
Sunday, April 13. Whidbey Island Marathon and Half
Marathon*. Whidbey Island.
Sunday, April 20. Wenatchee Marathon*. Wenatchee.
Sunday, April 27. The Boardwalk 5K. Seattle.
Sunday, May 4. Eugene Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K*.
Eugene, OR.
Sunday, May 4. Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K. Spokane.
Saturday, May 10. Parker Paint Tacoma City
Marathon*. Tacoma.
Sunday, May 11. Kirkland Half Marathon* & Mother's Day
5K* Run/Walk. Kirkland.
Sunday, May 18. Capital City Marathon*. Olympia.
Sunday, May 18. Rhody Run XXX 12K. Pt.
Townsend.
Sunday, May 25. Coeur d'Alene Marathon*. Coeur
d'Alene, ID.
Sunday, June 1. San Juan Island Half Marathon &
Marathon. San Juan Island.
Saturday, June 7. Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra.
Mt. Rainier.
Sunday, June 8. North Olympic Discovery Marathon &
Half*. Sequim to Port Angeles.
Saturday, June 14. Roman Meal Sound to Narrows 12K &
5K. Tacoma.
Sunday, June 22. Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon* &
5K. Vancouver, B.C.
Sunday, June 29. VM Team Medicine Marathon, & Half at
Seafair*. Bellevue.
Friday, July 25 - Saturday, July 26. Ragnar Relay
Northwest Passage. Blaine to Langley.
Friday, August 15 - 16. Spokane to Sandpoint Relay.
Mt. Spokane to Sandpoint, ID.
Sunday, October 5. Portland Marathon. Portland, OR.
Saturday, November 29. Amica Insurance Seattle
Marathon's 5K. Seattle.
Sunday, November 30. Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon*
and Half*. Seattle.
MARCH
Saturday, March 22
Ft. Steilacoom Resolution Series #4 - 20 Mile, 20K &
5K*. Steilacoom H.S., Tacoma. 9 a.m. Fourth of four race
series. Hot showers plus hot food after. (253) 537- 8712,
www.runfsrc.com.
Ephrata Canal Caper 10K*. Grandview Heights Park,
Ephrata. 10:30 a.m. Second seed qualifying race for Bloomsday.
Also USATF Inland NW 10K championship race. Karin Buchmann
(509) 787-3929, racedirectorecc@hotmail.com,
www.geocities.com/ephratacanalcaper.
Franklin Family Run 5K. Vancouver, WA. 9 a.m. Mostly
flat neighborhood streets. 1 mile kids' run at 8:15 a.m.
www.eventmgnt.com, (503) 643-9440.
Easter Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 10K, 5K & 1
Mile. 10:30 a.m. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. Bob
Green (206) 273-9684, wanttoduit@hotmail.com.
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.
Walk n Roll 5K & 10K Run. Haller Park, Arlington. 11
a.m. Fairly flat, mostly paved course. Proceeds benefit Eagle
Wings DisAbility Ministries. Also 5K walk. (360) 659-4861,
www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org.
Lincoln School Run 4.3 Miles. Vancouver, Wash. No
restrooms available on site! www.ccrunning.org, (360) 513-
5022.
Chapel Hill 5K Run for Relief - Burma. Gig Harbor. 9
a.m. Kids' dash too. www.chapelhillpc.org, Jennifer (253) 853-
0238.
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.
Leif to Leif 5K Fun Run. Ballard, Seattle. Reg. 8:30
a.m., run 9 a.m. Run from Leif Erikson Lodge to statue of Leif
on Shilshole. Norwegian flag and Norwegian waffles for
participants. www.leiferiksonlodge.com, (206) 783-1274.
Sunday, March 30
NW Trail Runs 5 & 10 Miles. Soaring Eagle Park,
Sammamish. www.nwtrailruns.com, Eric (206) 291-8250.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
APRIL
Saturday, April 5
Yakima River Canyon Marathon*. See Marathons.
FEATURED RACE.
Skagit Valley Tulip Run 2 & 5 Mile. Burlington. 9:30
a.m. Great annual run through on woodsy trails.
www.tuliprun.com or www.skagitrunners.org. FEATURED RACE.
Sunday, April 6
Kitsap Family YMCA Resolution Walk/Run Series #4 - 20K &
5 Miles. Bremerton, 9 a.m. Un-timed event followed by a
potluck. Last race in series. (360) 377-3741.
Babcock Farms Trail Race 4 Miles. Port Gamble. First
race in Roots Rock Run Trail Run Series. Try your luck at
trail running! Complete 3 out of 4 races to be eligible for
series awards. (360) 779-8757, www.poulsborunning.com,
www.rootsrockrun.com.
Girl Scout Cookie 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Joe Albi
Stadium, Spokane. 9 a.m. Entry fee includes Girl Scout
cookies! (509) 327-3803.
Saturday, April 12
Robin Hill 3 Mile & 10K Run. Sequim. 10 a.m. Second
race of three in Athlete's Choice Race Series. (360) 452-8661,
www.athleteschoice.info.
Y Run for Kids 5K*. Tacoma. 8:30 a.m. Kids' race 8:30
a.m. Leads traditional Tacoma parade. Benefits YMCA programs.
(253) 307-5738, www.yrunforkids.org.
Trout Lake 5K, 10K & Half Marathon. Trout Lake, WA. 9
a.m. Inaugural race benefiting Trout Lake School. Each
distance offers flat scenic loops featuring views of Mt.
Adams. www.troutlake.org/run, (509) 395-2509 or (509) 395-
2065.
Submarine Anniversary Run 10K, 5K & 1 Mile. Naval
Submarine Base, Bangor. 9:30 a.m. Base access necessary. John
Gardner (360) 692-8994.
Washougal Dike 6 Mile Run. Washougal. 10 a.m. Great
out and back on a flat dike trail. www.ccrunning.org, (360)
253-9729.
Alcoa's Ridge to River Relay. See Ultras and
Relays.
Sunday, April 13
Whidbey Island Marathon* & Half*. Whidbey Island. 8
a.m. New course for 2008. Scenic point to point course
showcasing east and west sides of island; views of Puget
Sound, mountains and wildlife. www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com.
See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.
Mt. Si Relay & Ultra. See Ultras and Relays.
Spring Classic Half Marathon, 10 Miles, 10K, & 5K.
Vance Creek Park, Elma. 10 a.m. (360) 273-9684.
Saturday, April 19
28th Annual Toe Jam Hill Half Marathon & 5K.
Bainbridge Island. 9 a.m. Catch the 7:55 a.m. ferry to be
shuttled for free to and from race. Also free kids' dash.
Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club. (206) 729-9972,
www.promotionevents.com/toejam.
Liz Duncan Memorial Run 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile. Richland.
9 a.m. Benefits Athletes in Action scholarship fund. Gather to
remember and honor Liz and support an organization dear to
her. www.3rrr.org, Leslie (509) 542-8626.
Rattler Half Marathon. Winthrop. 9 a.m. Scenic, hilly
trail run traversing Pipestone Canyon, 1800' elev. gain.
www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287.
Wenatchee World's Junior Ridge to River Relay. See
Ultras & Relays.
5K Run for Relief - Burma. Lake Padden, Bellingham. 9
a.m. Increase awareness about situation in Burma and to raise
relief funds. Kids' dash too. www.gbrc.net, David (360) 303-
6531.
Hike for Kids 5K* Run. Bradley Park, Puyallup. 9 a.m.
Fundraiser for the Cascade Christian Schools. Shawn (253) 841-
1776.
Vancouver Sun Run 10K* & 2.5K Kids' Run. Vancouver,
B.C. 9 a.m. Canada's largest 10K; great mass start and elite
field, too! Mini 2.5K Sun Run for kids at 8 a.m. (604) 689-
9441, www.canada.com/vancouversunrun/sunrun/index.html.
Wenatchee Marathon*, Half Marathon, & 10K*.
Wenatchee. 8 a.m. Also 2K for kids. Traffic-free course
featuring apple blossoms, snow-capped mountains and the
Columbia River. (509) 662-2066, www.wenatcheemarathon.com. See
also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.
Spokane River Run 5K, 10K & Ultra. Spokane. First
event 8:15 a.m. Dirt trail course, all loops, no laps. (509)
710-7760, www.spokaneriverrun.com. See also Ultras & Relays.
Komen Spokane Race for the Cure 5K*. Spokane. 9 a.m.
Benefits Eastern WA breast cancer programs and natl. research.
Eligible for Bloomsday Second Seeding, see website for
details. www.komenspokane.org.
Debois Park 5K Run. Vancouver, Wash. 9 a.m. Mostly
trails and CX run on this new course. www.ccrunning.org, (360)
737-2492.
WSU 100K Relay & Solo. See Ultras & Relays.
Saturday, April 26
Walk n Roll 5K & 10K Run. Haller Park, Arlington. 11
a.m. Rescheduled! Fairly flat, mostly paved course. Proceeds
benefit Eagle Wings DisAbility Ministries. Also 5K walk. (360)
659-4861, www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org. Miles for Memories 5K. Village Green in Fairhaven,
Bellingham. Reg. 7:30 a.m., race 9 a.m. Benefits Alzheimer
Society of WA. www.alzsociety.org, (360) 738- 6706.
Fifth Tom Wales Community Run 5K*. Volunteer Park,
Seattle. 9 a.m. Course is mixed trail and roads in the park.
Half mile kids' run too. www.tomwalesrun.com, (206) 624-1981.
Redmond Elementary Hawk 5K* & 1 Mile Run. Redmond
Town Center. Kids' run 9 a.m., 5K 9:30 a.m. Fast and flat
course along Sammamish River. Electronic timing this year,
open/masters awards plus great random awards.
hawkwalk@redmondelptsa.org, Alina (425) 869-5426.
Spring into Summer Fun Run 5K & 1 Mile. Columbia
Park, Kennewick. 8:30 a.m. Eric (509) 942-7137,
www.3rrr.org.
4.3 Mile Airfield Run. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. No
DOR, civilians need base access. www.fortlewismwr.com, (253)
967-2604.
Lewisville Park 5K Run. Battleground. 9 a.m. Mixed
trails and road course. www.ccrunning.org, (360) 263-6873.
Eagle Run 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Eagle Dash. Oak Harbor. 8
a.m. Kicks off Holland Happening Festival. www.eaglerun.org.
NW Trail Runs 10K & Half Marathon. Squak Mountain
State Park, Issaquah. 10 a.m. www.nwtrailruns.com, Eric (206)
291-8250.
Capitol Peak 50 Mile & 55K. See Ultras and Relays.
Sunday, April 27
The Boardwalk 5K. Husky Stadium, Seattle.10 a.m.
Benefits health and fitness programs in Seattle public
schools. (206) 252-0476, rjlee@seattleschools.org,
www.schoolkidscomefirst.com. FEATURED RACE.
See Spot Run 5K. Yakima. 10 a.m. Run or run/walk with
your dog. Dogs available from humane society for
participation. http://yakimahumane.org, (509) 457-6854.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
MAY
Saturday, May 3
Sequim Run Off 10K & 2 Mile Run. Old Dungeness School
House, Sequim. 10 a.m. Last race in Athlete's Choice Race
Series. Coincides with Sequim Irrigation Festival.
www.athleteschoice.info, (360) 452-8661.
Shorebird Festival Run 10K, 5K, & 2 Miler. Hoquiam. 9
a.m. Watch northbound shorebird migration and stay for the
festival. www.shorebirdfestival.com, www.cityofhoqiuam.com,
(360) 532-5700 x240.
Apple Blossom 5K & 10K Run. Wenatchee. Reg. 8 a.m.,
race 9:50 a.m. In conjunction w/Apple Blossom Festival. Flat,
fast course along river. Free kids' race too.
www.wvmedical.com, (509) 663-8711 x5484.
Lynden Holland Days 5K & 10K. Lynden. 9 a.m. (360)
354-5995, www.lynden.org.
Olympia Downtown YMCA Spring 8K & 2 Mile Run/Walk.
Olympia. Reg. 7:30 a.m., first event 8:30 a.m. Public Agency
Challenge for teams. (360) 357-6609,
www.olympiadowntownymca.org.
Sunflower Relay. See Ultras and Relays.
Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park,
Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress.
(206) 527-5099.
Sunday, May 4
Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K. Spokane. 9 a.m. Largest run
in the NW with nearly 50,000 participants! USATF-certified
course. (509) 838-1579, www.bloomsdayrun.org. FEATURED RACE.
BMO Bank of Montreal Vancouver Marathon*, Half Marathon* &
8K. Vancouver, B.C. Great event and expo. Scenic through-
city course is one of the best. Walkers welcomed. Marathon
relay too. www.bmovanmarathon.ca, (604) 872- 2928. See also
Marathons Eugene Marathon*, Half Marathon* & 5K* . Eugene, OR.
Run in the footsteps of legends on this flat and fast course.
www.eugenemarathon.com, (877) 345-2230. See also Marathons.
FEATURED RACE.
The Avenue of the Giants Marathon*, Half Marathon* &
10K*. Humboldt, CA. 9 a.m. A beautiful through-the-woods
run. www.theave.org, (707) 443-1226. See also Marathons.
Spring Fling 10K Trail Race. Port Gamble. 8:30 a.m.
Entries limited due to space on trails. Second race in Roots
Rock Trail Run Series. Complete 3 out of 4 races to be
eligible for series awards. (360) 779-8757,
www.poulsborunning.com, www.rootsrockrun.com.
Wednesday, May 7
IRC Mother's Day 5K*. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Interurban Runner's Club. Out and back on trail;
giveaways for all participants. John (206) 619-4231,
www.interurbanrunners.net.
Saturday, May 10
Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon*, Half Marathon* &
10K*. Tacoma. Challenging course with rolling hills. (253)
862-8890. www.tacomacitymarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.
Holy Family Take Your Mom Around the World 5K*
Run/Walk. Auburn. Kids' dash 8:45 a.m., 5K 9:15 a.m. Flat,
loop course. Post-race brunch for all participants and a flower
for every mom. (253) 833-5130, HFevents@hotmail.com.
Haggen to Haggen 5K. Bellingham. Non-competitive walk
8 a.m, run 8:30 a.m. First two miles level and descending, but
save some for the slight uphill grade in the last mile!
www.gbrc.net.
Marine Park 5 Mile Run. Vancouver, Wash. 10 a.m.
Mostly on Renaissance Trail, with great views of the Columbia
River. www.ccrunning.org, (360) 260-8722.
Mother's Day 5K. Colville. 8 a.m. Kids' dash at 9:15
a.m. (509) 684-6037.
Zillah Fun Run 5K & 10K. Zillah.
winters_ro@zsd.wednet.edu, Rock Winters (509) 829-5565.
North Face Endurance Challenge 10K, Half Marathon &
Ultra. Bellingham. Half marathon 9 a.m., 10K 9:15 a.m.
www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge. See also Ultras and
Relays.
Nike 5K for Kids. NIKETOWN, Seattle. 5K 8 a.m. Kids'
1 mile 9 a.m. 100% of entry fee will be donated to local school
Physical Education, play and athletic programs.
http://nike5kforkids.com/seattle, (206) 447-6453 x232.
Sunday, May 11
Over the Dam 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Mason City
Park, Coulee Dam. 8:30 a.m. Race up and over the Coulee Dam!
www.overthedamrun.com, (360) 325-0715.
Kirkland Half Marathon* & Mother's Day 5K* Run/Walk.
Kirkland. First run event 7:30 a.m. Scenic tour of the five
boroughs of Kirkland with 3+ miles along Lake Wash. (206) 729-
9972, www.kirklandhalfmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.
Saturday, May 17
Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #1 - 5 Miles. Sky
Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. First race of four.
Benefits King County Parks. (206) 329-1466,
www.seattlerunningcompany.com.
26th Annual Bayview Women's 10K Run & 2 Mile Run/Walk.
Burlington. 10 a.m. Benefits Skagit Domestic Violence and
Sexual Assault Services. (360) 757-0835, 5petes@comcast.net.
Viking Fest Road Run 1 & 5 Miles. Poulsbo. 9 a.m.
Kids' dashes too. Joe (360) 779-9898.
Down & Dirty 5K Mud Run. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. Fun run
with lots of muddy obstacles. No DOR, civilians need base
access. www.fortlewismwr.com, (253) 967-2604.
Run for the Hill of It 8 Miles. Lewiston, ID. 9 a.m.
Solo and 2 or 3 person relay up the Old Spiral Highway. 2000'
elevation gain in 8 miles. www.seaportstriders.com. See also
Ultras and Relays.
UW Bothell 5K. UW Bothell Campus. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9
a.m. Reg. includes post-race breakfast. www.uwb.edu/5krun,
(425) 352-3394.
Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Race. See Ultras and
Relays.
Sunday, May 18
Capital City Marathon*, Half Marathon* & 5 Miles.
Olympia. Course features rolling hills, tree-lined rural
roads, and views of Rainier and the Olympics. Kids' race too.
(360) 786-1786. www.capitalcitymarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.
Rhody Run XXX 12K. Pt. Townsend. 11 a.m. One
of the NW's best-loved races; great community event. Hilly,
scenic course; prize money for top finishers.
www.rhodyrun.com, (360) 379-3595, (877) 463-
9786. FEATURED RACE.
Nordstrom Beat the Bridge 8K. Seattle. 8 a.m.
Benefits juvenile diabetes research. USATF-certified course.
www.beatthebridge.org, (206) 838-5153.
Saturday, May 24
Mazama 5K & 10K. Mazama. On Community Trail;
registration includes pancake breakfast. www.mvsta.com, (509)
996-3287.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
Sunday, May 25
Coeur d'Alene Marathon*, Half Marathon* & 5K*. Coeur
d'Alene, ID. First run event 7 a.m. Course utilizes paved
Centennial Trail along the lake. www.cdamarathon.com. See also
Marathons. FEATURED RACE.
Wednesday, May 28
David Douglas 5K Run. Vancouver, Wash. 7 p.m. First
run in Clark County Runners' summer series. www.ccrunning.org,
(360) 892-1041.
Thursday, May 29
NW Trail Runs 5 & 10 Miles. Soaring Eagle Park,
Sammamish. 6:30 p.m. Buddy division option with this evening
run. www.nwtrailruns.com, Eric (206) 291-8250.
Saturday, May 31
GlenEagle 5K & 10K. Pioneer Elementary, Arlington. 10
a.m. Proceeds benefit Dollars for Scholars.
www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org.
Edmonds Waterfront Festival 5K. Edmonds City Park. 9
a.m. (425) 774-0637, www.runninginmotion.com.
Goldsborough Creek 7 Mile & 2 Mile Run/Walk.
Shelton. 8 a.m., 7 a.m. early start for walkers. Coincides
with annual Forest Festival.
www.masoncountyforestfestival.com, Dana (360) 490-9423.
Issaquah 5K. Lake Sammamish State Park, Sammamish.
8:30 a.m. XC style course. www.issaquahtri.com. See also Multi-
Sports.
Hockinson 5K Fun Run/Walk. Brush Prairie. 8 a.m.
Kids' mile run too. Benefits Hockinson HS XC and Track teams.
(360) 253-4223, www.thebodynecessity.com,
claurierun@hotmail.com.
Newport Marathon*. Newport, OR. See Marathons.
Gap2Gap Relay. Yakima. See Ultras and
Relays.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
JUNE
Sunday, June 1
San Juan Island Marathon & Half Marathon. San Juan
Island. Highly scenic loop course. Includes dinner. (360) 472-
0908, www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com. See also Marathons.
FEATURED RACE.
Chum Run 5K. South Whidbey Community Park, Langley.
10 a.m. Trail run. (360) 221-5484, www.swparks.com.
Friday, June 6
Fremont 5K* & Briefcase Relay. Fremont. Relay 6 p.m.,
Individuals 7 p.m. Kick off the summer with this fun, flat
race. Individuals or put together a 5-person team in costume
plus briefcase! Beer garden opens at 6 p.m., lasts through the
night. (206) 729-9972. www.promotionevents.com.
Grumpy Grouch Fun Run 5K. Kettle Falls. 7 p.m. Kicks
off Town and Country Days. Precedes vote for the town's grumpy
grouch. Karri Slater (509) 738-2882.
Saturday, June 7
Duvall Days 5K* & 10K*. McCormick Park, Duvall. 8:45
a.m. Kids' dashes too. Flat, fast 5K along Snoqualmie Trail,
hilly 10K. First event of Snoqualmie Valley Cup. www.
duvallwa.gov/duvalldays/funruns.html. Paige (425) 788-3571.
11th Annual Dog Island 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk. Guemes
Island. 10:45 a.m. Pre-reg. includes ferry and transport.
Benefits island's library. Tim Whitman (360) 293-5757,
www.dogislandrun.com.
Governor's Cup 5K*, 10K*, Marathon* & Half
Marathon*. Helena, MT. First event 7 a.m. Marathon and
marathon relay start in scenic, old ghost town.
www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210. See
also Marathons.
Race Beneath the Sun 5 Miles. Fairhaven Park,
Bellingham. 10 a.m. Mostly on trail. Half mile kids' run pre-
event. Alison Allen (360) 671-6724, www.gbrc.net.
Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra. See Ultras &
Relays.
11th Annual Maritime Gig Festival Fun Run 5K & Kids'
Dash. Gig Harbor. Reg. 7 a.m., run 8 a.m., free kids' dash
8:45 a.m. (253) 851-6865, www.maritimegig.com.
Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park,
Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress.
(206) 527-5099.
Flight for Sight 5K & 10K. Boeing Fitness Center,
Everett. 9:30 a.m. Raises money for Guide Dogs of America.
(253) 833-5590, www.iam751.org/funrun.html.
Pt. Townsend 4 Mile XC Trail Run. Pt. Townsend. Held
at Ft. Townsend. www.ptrunning.org, Michael (360) 385-2347,
mike@ptrunning.org.
Sunday, June 8
North Olympic Discovery Marathon* & Half Marathon*.
Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail
w/stunning views. www.nodm.com, larry@nodm.com, (360) 417-1301.
See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.
Furry 5K. Seward Park, Seattle. 10 a.m. Run with your
dog and support the city's animal shelters. Don't bring your
cat! www.furry5K.com, (206) 386-PETS.
Lynnwood Hi! Five 10K* & 5K* Run. Lynnwood. 9 a.m.,
Kids' dash 8:45 a.m. (206) 729-9972,
www.promotionevents.com.
Vancouver Waterfront 12K Run/Walk & 3 Mile Walk.
Vancouver, WA. 9 a.m. Flat course through parks and along
Columbia River waterfront. (503) 643-9440,
www.eventmgnt.com.
Clear Lake Memorial 5 Mile & Half Marathon. Tieton
Reservoir Rd, White Pass Hwy. 9 a.m. 30th year for this event!
Both races run around lake. Half marathon climbs up Round
Mtn.; 1,000' elevation gain between miles 2-6.
www.hcrunners.org, Eric (509) 966-4017,
Anderson.e@charter.net.
Wednesday, June 11
IRC Father's Day 5K*. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m.
Out and back course on trail. John (206) 619-4231,
www.interurbanrunners.net.
Saturday, June 14
Roman Meal Sound to Narrows 12K & 5K. Tacoma. First
event 6:30 a.m. Kids' dash too. Traditionally one of area's
largest races. (253) 403-3065. www.soundtonarrows.com.
FEATURED RACE.
Berry 5K & I Mile Run. Marysville. I Mile 8 a.m., 5K,
8:30 a.m. Flat, paved course. In conjunction w/annual
Strawberry Festival. (360) 659-7664 or (360) 652-3351,
www.maryfest.com/berryrun.
Lake Youngs Ultra. See Ultras and Relays.
Father's Day Fun Run 3 and 1 Mile. Colville. 8 a.m.
Kids' run too. Deborah@theofficenet.com, Deborah (509) 684-
6037, www.colville.wa.us.
Gold Rush Run 10K & 3.7K. Republic. 10 a.m. Starts
and ends downhill. Kicks off 50th Annual Prospector's Day
Celebration. (509) 775-3603.
Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #2 - 7 Miles.
Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. Second race of four.
Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800,
www.seattlerunningcompany.com.
The Human Race 10K & 5K Run/Walk. Bellingham. Reg.
8:45 a.m., run 10 a.m. Fundraiser for non-profs. (360) 734-
3055, www.whatcomvolunteer.org.
Sunday, June 15
Evergreen 5K*. Evergreen State College, Olympia. 9
a.m. Run through campus. $800 purse to overall winners and
masters. Jenny (360) 867-6487,
www.evergreen.edu/library/5K.
Saturday, June 21
Berry Dairy Days 10K & 2 Mile Fun Run. Downtown
Burlington. 9 a.m. (360) 755-9649, www.ci.burlington.wa.us.
Deputy Saul Gallegos Memorial 5K & 10K Run.
Singleton Park, Manson. 8:30 a.m. 3K walk too. Benefits
education fund for Saul's children. (509) 667-6848,
www.saulmemorial.net.
Run With Cops Not From Them 5K Run/Walk. Marymoor
Park, Redmond. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. All registrants
eligible to win 2 tickets on Alaska Airlines.
www.iawp.us/runwithcops2008, Beth (206) 418-9274.
Summerfest 5K & 10K Trail Run. Lakewood. 6 p.m. Kids'
mile too. (253) 376-5737.
Komen Puget Sound Race for the Cure 5K*. Seattle.
Benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, (206)
633-6586. www.komenpugetsound.org.
White River 5K*. Glacier Middle School, Buckley. 8
a.m. Flat, on roads. (253) 862-8890, www.whiteriver5k.com.
Walk for Rice 2.5 Miles. Seward Park, Seattle. Reg.
at 8 a.m. Run or walk to raise funds for Asian Counseling and
Referral Service Food Bank. (206) 695-7551,
www.walkforrice.com.
Swede Day 5K. Rochester. 8 a.m. Flat, paved course.
Proceeds benefit youth program. Prizes to those wearing blue
and yellow outfits. (360) 786-5595, www.thurston-parks.org.
9th Annual Mountain Fun 3.2 Mile Run. Wildcat Lake.
Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. Virgil (360) 779-8328.
Sunday, June 22
Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon* & 5K. Vancouver,
B.C. Half marathon 7 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m. Join the 10th
anniversary of this great event! Downhill course runs along
beaches with live entertainment.
www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm. FEATURED RACE.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
Saturday, June 28
Bridle Trails Park Foundation 5K & 10K Trail Run &
Ultra. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. Reg. 7 a.m.,
first event 8 a.m. All proceeds benefit the park. Many
activities throughout the day. www.bridletrails.org. See also
Ultras & Relays.
Pacific Crest Marathon* & Half Marathon*. Sunriver,
OR. 8 a.m. Part of weekend sports festival.
www.racecenter.com/pacificrest. See also Marathons.
Hot Foot 5K, 1 Mile & Kids' Dashes. South Kitsap
Community Park, Port Orchard. 9 a.m. Flat course, trails and
road. Benefits Fire District 7 scholarship fund.
www.skfrva.org, (360) 509-4525.
Sunday, June 29
Sunday, June 29. VM Team Medicine Seafair Marathon* &
Half Marathon*. Bellevue. Also marathon relay and kids'
mini marathon. New course for 2008 - over the 520 bridge!
(206) 728-0123, www.seafairmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.
Shore Run/Walk 6.7 Miles, 5K* & 1K Kids' Run.
Seattle. Course along Lake Washington Boulevard. Traditional
race to benefit Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
www.fhcrc.org, (206) 667-6559.
Pacific Crest 5K & 10K*. Sunriver, OR. 9 a.m. Part of
weekend sports festival. www.racecenter.com/pacificrest. See
also Marathons and Multi-Sports.
Mountains to Sound Relay. See Ultras and Relays.
North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park,
Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
MARATHONS
Saturday, March 22. Easter Marathon. Millersylvania
State Park, Olympia. 10:30 a.m. Also half marathon, 10 mile,
10K & 5K run. (360) 273-9684, wanttoduit@hotmail.com.
Saturday, April 5. Yakima River Canyon Marathon*.
Ellensburg to Selah. 8 a.m. 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.
Sunday, April 13. Whidbey Island Marathon*. Whidbey
Island. 8 a.m. New course. Scenic point to point course
showcasing east and west sides of island; views of Puget Sound,
mountains and wildlife. Also half marathon*.
www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.
Sunday, April 20. Wenatchee Marathon*. Wenatchee. 8
a.m. 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. BMO Bank of Montreal Vancouver Marathon*,
Half Marathon* & 8K.
Vancouver, B.C. Great event and expo. Scenic through-city
course is one of the best. Walkers welcomed. Marathon relay
too. 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.
Sunday, May 4. The Avenue of the Giants Marathon*.
Humboldt, CA. 9 a.m. A beautiful through-the-woods run. Also a
half marathon* and 10K*. www.theave.org, (707) 443-1226.
Saturday, May 10. Parker Paint Tacoma City
Marathon*. Tacoma. Also half marathon* and 10K*.
Challenging course with rolling hills. (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.
Sunday, May 25. Coeur d'Alene Marathon*. Coeur
d'Alene, ID. First run event 7 a.m. Course utilizes paved
Centennial Trail along the lake. Also half marathon* and 5K*.
www.cdamarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.
Saturday, May 31. Newport Marathon*. Newport, OR. 7
a.m. Flat, fast and beautiful. Run along Yaquina Bay and bay
front. Oyster shooters for runners at miles 11 and 19! Limited
to 750 participants. www.newportmarathon.org, (541) 270-
4150.
Sunday, June 1. San Juan Island Marathon. San Juan
Island. Highly scenic loop course. Includes dinner. Also half
marathon. (360) 472-0908, www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com.
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*.
Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail
w/stunning views. Also half marathon*. www.nodm.com,
larry@nodm.com, (360) 417-1301. FEATURED RACE.
Saturday, June 28. Pacific Crest Marathon*.
Sunriver, OR. 7:30 a.m. Also half marathon*. Part of weekend
sports festival. www.racecenter.com/pacificrest. See also
Multi-Sports.
ULTRAS and RELAYS
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.
Saturday, April 12. Alcoa's Ridge to River Relay.
Wenatchee. 10:30 a.m. Nordic, alpine, run, bike, and paddle
legs that span the 35-mile Wenatchee or 20-mile Columbia
courses. www.r2r.org, Jennifer@r2r.org, (509) 662- 8799.
Sunday, April 13. Mt. Si Relay & Ultra. Snoqualmie
Elementary School, Snoqualmie. 6 a.m. 57-mile Team Relay,
consisting of ten legs, for 5-person teams. Plus two ultra runs
of 50 Miles and 50K. Limited to 120 teams/120 ultras; register
early! www.eastsiderunners.com.
Saturday, April 19. Wenatchee World's Junior Ridge to
River Relay. Wenatchee. Teams of 5 kids tackle running,
paddling, biking and an obstacle course. www.r2r.org, (509) 662-
8799.
Sunday, April 20. WSU 100K Relay & Solo. WSU campus,
Pullman. Solos 6 a.m., first wave of teams 7:30 a.m. Relay
max. 10 people. www.palouseroadrunners.org.
Sunday, April 20. Spokane River Run 25K & 50K.
Spokane. First event starts at 8:15 a.m. Dirt trail course,
all loops, no laps. Also 5K and 10K races. (509) 710-7760,
www.spokaneriverrun.com.
Saturday, April 26. Capitol Peak 50 Miler & 55K.
Capitol State Forest, Olympia. 50 Mile solo early start 5
a.m., others 6 a.m. Ultra and 2-person relay event.
www.capitolpeakultras.com, (360) 250-2006.
Saturday, May 3. Sunflower Relay. Mazama to Twisp.
21.5 mile relay; mixed trail and road with stunning mountain
views. Iron competitors and teams; see website for team
requirements. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287.
Saturday, May 10. North Face Endurance Challenge 50K &
50 Miler. Bellingham. 50 miler 5 a.m., 50K 7 a.m. Also 10K
and half marathon. www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge.
Saturday, May 17. Run for the Hill of It 8 Miles.
Lewiston, ID. 9 a.m. 2 or 3 person relay up the Old Spiral
Highway. 2000' elevation gain in 8 miles. Solo option too!
www.seaportstriders.com. See also Ultras and Relays.
Saturday, May 17. Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Race.
Redmond. 6:30 a.m. briefing, 7 a.m. run. Limited to 75
participants and pacers, no DOR. www.cascaderunningclub.com,
Chris Ralph (206) 795-0338, cdralph@comcast.net.
Saturday, May 31. Gap2Gap Relay. Yakima. Multi-sport
relay for teams of 2-5. Also Junior event for ages 8-14.
Benefits Yakima Greenway Foundation. www.yakimagreenway.org,
(509) 453-8280.
Saturday, June 7. Governor's Cup Marathon Relay.
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.
Saturday, June 7. Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra.
Mt. Rainier. First start 7:30 a.m. 50-mile relay or ultra on
rail-trail to benefit Foothills Trail; coincides with National
Trails Day. Ultra is qualifying event for Western States 100.
www.rainiertoruston.com, Markus (253) 381-1358. FEATURED
RACE.
Saturday, June 14. Lake Youngs 28.8 Mile Ultra.
Renton. 7 a.m. Enjoy 9.6 mile loops around lake, w/3 loop max
and 3 p.m. cutoff. BBQ lunch at finish.
www.lakeyoungsultra.com, (206) 271-1144.
Saturday, June 28. Bridle Trails Park Foundation
30K. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. Reg, 7 a.m., ultra
8 a.m. Also 5K and 10K. All proceeds benefit the park. Many
activities throughout the day. www.bridletrails.org.
Sunday, June 29. Mountains to Sound Relay.
Snoqualmie Pass to Golden Gardens in Seattle. Paddling,
running and cycling legs for 100 miles total. Teams, pairs or
iron competitors. Benefits Mountains to Sound Greenway.
www.mountainstosound.com, Chris (206) 633-1121.
MULTISPORT
Saturday, March 22. Easter Sprint Duathlon. Olympia.
2:30 p.m. 1 mile r, 11.5 mile b, 1 mile r. (206) 273-9684,
wanttoduit@hotmail.com.
Saturday, March 29. Wenatchee Valley Duathlon.
Wenatchee. 3 mile r, 17 mile b, 3 mile r.
www.ncwsportsevents.com, (509) 662-8799.
Saturday, April 12. Rage in the Sage Mountain Bike
Duathlon. Benton City. 9 a.m. 2.5 mile r, 10 mile mtn. b,
2.5 mile r. First event of 3RRR multisport series.
www.3rrr.org, Eric (509) 942-7137.
Sunday, April 13. Nine Mile Falls Duathlon. Nine Mile
Falls. 9 a.m. 2.2 mile r, 9.6 mile b, 2.2 mile r.
www.emdesports.com
Sunday, April 13. Spring Classic Triathlon &
Duathlon. Vance Creek Park, Elma. 12 p.m. Tri: 300 meter
s, 13 mile b, 3 mile r. Du: 2 mile r, 13 mile b, 2 mile r.
(360) 273-9684.
Saturday, April 26. PNW Winter Trail Duathlon #1.
Lakewood. 9 a.m. 5K r, 10K or 15K mtn. b, 5K r. (253) 376-
5737.
Sunday, April 27. Mt. Rainier Duathlon. Enumclaw. 8
a.m. Long course: 5.1 mile r, 28.8 mile b, 3.8 mile r. Short:
1.6 mile r, 14.4 mile b, 3.8 mile r. www.buduracing.com, (253)
334-4433.
Saturday, May 10. The Fiasco in Pasco. Pasco. 8:30
a.m. 5K r, 30K b, 5K r. 2nd event of 3RRR multisport series.
www.3rrr.org.
Saturday, May 10. Mother's Day Triathlon & Duathlon.
Vance Creek Park, Elma. 11 p.m. Tri: 300 meter s, 13 mile b, 3
mile r. Du: 2 mile r, 13 mile b, 2 mile r. (360) 273-9684.
Saturday, May 17. WSU Community Duathlon. Vancouver,
Wash. 9 a.m. 5K r, 30K b, 5K r. www.eventmgnt.com, (503) 643-
9440.
Sunday, May 18. Nine Mile Falls Duathlon. Nine Mile
Falls. 9 a.m. 3.3 mile r, 22 mile b, 3.3 mile r.
www.emdesports.com.
Saturday, May 24. Spring Festival Moses Lake
Duathlon. Moses Lake. www.buduracing.com, (253) 334-4433.
Sunday, May 25. Onion Man Triathlon. Walla Walla. 9
a.m. 1.5K s, 40K b, 10K r. www.wwmultisports.com.
Monday, May 26. Mother's Day Triathlon & Duathlon.
Vance Creek Park, Elma. 11 p.m. Tri: 300 meter s, 13 mile b, 3
mile r. Du: 2 mile r, 13 mile b, 2 mile r. (360) 273-9684.
Saturday, May 31. Issaquah Triathlon. Lake Sammamish
State Park, Sammamish. 7 a.m. 1/4 mile s, 14.5 mile b, 3.5
mile r. Kids' tri too. www.issaquahtri.com.
Sunday, May 31. Portland Tri Club Mock Tri. Vancouver
Lake, Vancouver, Wash. Check-in 7:30 a.m., tri 9:15 a.m.
Sprint distance - season prep. Please RSVP in advance.
www.pdxtriclub.org, (541) 510-0087.
Sunday, May 31. PNW Winter Trail Duathlon #2.
Lakewood. 9 a.m. 5K r, 15K or 20K mtn. b, 5K r. (253) 376-
5737.
Sunday, June 1. Island Lake Off Road Triathlon.
Poulsbo. 9 a.m. 400 meter s, 10 mile mtn. b, 2.4 mile trail r.
(253) 334-4433, www.buduracing.com.
Saturday, June 7. Moses Lake Family Tri: For the Health
of It. Moses Lake. 8 a.m. Olympic, sprint, and family
distances; see website for details. (253) 334-4433,
www.buduracing.com.
Saturday, June 14. Five Mile Lake Triathlon. Federal
Way. 8 a.m. 400 meter s, 14 mile b, 5K r. (253) 334-4433,
www.buduracing.com.
Sunday, June 17. Cascades Edge Triathlon & Duathlon.
Enumclaw. 9 a.m. Olympic, sprint and tri-it novice distances;
see website for details. (503) 644-6822,
www.racecenter.com/cascadesedge.
Saturday, June 21. Fort Lewis Triple Threat Triathlon -
Race #1. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. 0.5 mile s, 15 mile b, 3 mile
r. No DOR, civilians need base access. First of three part
race series. Minerva (253) 967-5975, www.fortlewismwr.com.
Saturday, June 28. Lake Padden Triathlon.
Bellingham. Competitive 8:30 a.m., recreational 1 p.m.
Competitive: 1/2 mile s, 21 mile b, 5.2 mile r. Recreational:
1/4 mile s, 10 mile b, 2.6 mile r. Lromo@cob.org, (360) 647-
7665, www.trithecookie.com.
Saturday, June 28. Five Mile Lake Women's Triathlon.
Federal Way. 8 a.m. 400 meter s, 14 mile b, 5K r. (253) 334-
4433, www.buduracing.com.
Saturday, June 28. PNW Winter Trail Duathlon #3.
Lakewood. 9 a.m. 5K or 10K r, 15K or 25K mtn. b, 5K r. (253)
376-5737.
Saturday, June 28. Pacific Crest Half Ironman &
Endurance Duathlon. Sunriver, OR. Part of weekend sports
festival. www.racecenter.com/pacificrest. See also
Marathons.
Sunday, June 29. Pacific Crest Olympic Triathlon &
Duathlon. Sunriver, OR. Part of weekend sports festival.
www.racecenter.com/pacificrest. See also Marathons.
EARLY BIRD
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, July 20. 17th Annual Bare Buns 5K Fun Run.
Fraternity Snoqualmie Nudist Park, Issaquah. 11 a.m. Clothing
optional. Dirt course with hills on Tiger Mtn.
www.fraternitysnoqualmie.com, (206) 354-5740.
Friday, July 25 - Saturday, July 26. Ragnar Relay
Northwest Passage. Blaine to Langley, 185 miles with 12-
person teams. Scenic course over Deception Pass along the
coast of Whidbey Island. www.ragnarrelay.com, (877) 837-3529.
FEATURED RACE.
Friday, August 15 - 16. Spokane to Sandpoint Relay.
Mt. Spokane to Sandpoint, ID. 12-person teams 190 miles.
Costume contests and roller coaster ride at Silverwood Theme
Park. www.spokanetosandpoint.com, (509) 346-1440. FEATURED
RACE.
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.
Saturday, November 29. Amica Insurance Seattle
Marathon's 5K Run/Walk. Seattle. New event for 2008! (206)
729-3660, www.seattlemarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.
Sunday, November 30. Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon &
Half Marathon*. Seattle. Scenic, rolling course with views
of downtown and Lake Washington. (206) 729-3660,
www.seattlemarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.
OUTDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
2008 Major collegiate schedules. For more
information, visit their websites: http://gohuskies.cstv.com,
http://wwuvikings.cstv.com, www.wildcatsports.com,
http://wsucougars.cstv.com.
March 22. Spring Break Open (Club Northwest). Kings
H.S. Stadium, Seattle. www.clubnorthwest.org.
March 28. Husky Outdoor Preview. Husky Stadium,
Seattle.
March 29. Buc Scoring Invite. Boppell Track,
Spokane.
April 4-5. WWU Spring Forward. Civic Stadium,
Bellingham.
April 4. Pelluer Invitational. Cheney.
April 4. Willamette Invitational. Salem, OR.
April 5. Shotwell Invitational (Univ. of Puget
Sound). Baker Stadium, Tacoma.
April 5. Pepsi Invitational. Eugene, OR.
April 11-12. WWU Ralph Vernacchia Team Classic. Civic
Stadium, Bellingham.
April 17-20. Mt. Sac Relays. Walnut, CA.
April 19. Spike Arlt Invitational (Central WA).
Tomlinson Stadium, Ellensburg.
April 21-22. GNAC Multi Events Championships (Central
WA). Tomlinson Stadium, Ellensburg.
April 25. WWU Twilight Meet. Civic Stadium,
Bellingham.
April 25-26. Oregon Invitational. Eugene, OR.
April 26. WSU Cougar Invitational. Pullman.
May 2-3. GNAC Championships (Central WA). Tomlinson
Stadium, Ellensburg.
May 3. Cougar-Husky Duel Meet. Pullman.
May 9-10. Pac-10 Multi-Event Championships. Tempe,
AZ.
May 10. Ken Shannon Invitational. Husky Stadium,
Seattle.
May 10. Ken Foreman Invitational (Seattle Pacific).
Seattle.
May 16-17. Pac-10 Championships. Tempe, AZ.
May 22-24. NCAA II National Championships. Walnut,
CA.
May 30-31. NCAA West Regional Championships.
Northridge, CA.
Youth
May 23-24. Washington State High School
Championships: www.wiaa.com/athletics/track
June 21 - 22. PNW Assn. Junior Olympic Track & Field
Championships. Sealth H.S., Seattle. www.pntf.org.
June 28. PNW Assn. Junior Olympic Championships.
Location TBD. www.pntf.org.
Major Open Meets
May 28. CNW All Comers Track & Field Series.
Shoreline Stadium, Shoreline. 6 p.m. Every Wednesday from May
28 - August 13. www.clubnorthwest.org.
June 7. Seattle Parks Track & Field Meet. West
Seattle Stadium. All day, 9 a.m. start. Age 30 and up.
Tim.pretare@seattle.gov, (206) 684-4240.
June 8. Pre-Classic. Eugene, OR. Athletes must
be ranked in top 50 in world in their events to be eligible to
compete in this elite track & field showcase.
www.preclassic.com.
June 9. All Comers Track & Field Series. Civic
Stadium, Bellingham. 6 p.m. Every Monday from June 9 - August
25. www.trithecookie.com, (360) 647-7665.
June 27 - July 6. U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Track &
Field. Eugene, OR.
www.usatf.org/events/2008/VisaChampionshipSeries.
CAMPS AND CLINICS
Chi Running and Chi Walking Course. Technique
training to become a more efficient runner/walker. The
Balanced Athlete in Kent. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Limited to 10
people/class, $200. Next courses: March 29, April 19, May 24,
and June 28. Private and refresher courses also available;
call to schedule. (253) 239-6301, www.thebalancedathlete.com.
One-on-One Injury Prevention Clinic at Fairhaven
Runners. Bellingham. Clinics are second, third, and fourth
Tuesdays every month. 30-minute sessions from 6-8 p.m. One-on-
one attention from physical therapists, who assess range of
motion, do gait analysis to examine biomechanics, evaluate
pain or injury. $15, appointment only, call store at (360) 676-
4955.
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. 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 water stations
and post-run food and drink. Fee also covers coaching advice
from South Sound staff, training tips from sports medicine
professionals, and Asics silk-screened duffel bag. South Sound
Running: (360) 705-2580, www.southsoundrunning.com, 3409
Capitol Blvd., Olympia.
Fleet Feet Sports Spring Marathon Training Clinic.
Preparation for spring half and full marathon, including
weekly group training runs with supported aid stations, monthly
training meetings with sports medicine professionals, and
complimentary long sleeve t-shirt. $100 registration fee.
www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com, 19685 State Route 410 E, Bonney
Lake; (253) 862-8890.
The Balanced Athlete. Half and full marathon training
group. Join us for a new way to train.
www.thebalancedathlete.com, 213 First Ave S, Kent. (253) 239-
6301.
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.
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.
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.
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. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7
miles. Meet at Redmond Footzone. Leslie (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.
9:30 a.m. Maple Valley. Moms running with kids in
jogging strollers. Meet at Cedar to Green Rivers Trail Head
behind Four Corners. Bonnie (800) 569-1624,
www.moms.meetup.com/2012.
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. Tri Cities.
Fartlek runs of 3-5 miles on XC course. Jim (509) 627-6434,
www.3rrr.org.
6 p.m. Bellevue Foot Zone. Distance varies; all
welcome. (425) 462-7463.
6 p.m. Seattle Running Company. 4-6 miles at 8-10
min/mile; meet at store. (206) 329-1466,
www.seattlerunningcompany.com.
6 p.m. Fairhaven Runners. Bellingham. 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). 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. Spokane. 5
miles, 8-11 min /mile. Jim (509) 328-7417 or Don (509) 327-
9285, www.brrc.net.
6 p.m. Fairhaven Runners. Bellingham. Strenuous runs,
1 1/2 to 2 hours on hilly terrain. Meet at store. (360) 676-
4955, www.fairhavenrunners.com.
6 p.m. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7
miles. Meet at Redmond Foot Zone. Leslie (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 p.m. Club Oly. Capital Lake in Olympia. (360) 507-
4331, cluboly@comcast.net.
6:30 p.m. Frontrunners Fun Run. Volunteer Park; meet
in front of Asian Art Museum -
6:30 p.m. Super Jock 'n Jill. 3-7 miles; all paces
welcome. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711.
6:30 p.m. Tacoma Waterfront. 4-8 miles with the
Interurban Runners. J. Ellis (253) 606-2511,
www.interurbanrunners.net.
THURSDAY
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. www.kitsapfamilyymca.org.
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. O'Doherty's Flying Irish Running Club.
Spokane. Meet in O'Doherty's parking lot for approximate 5K
run. www.brrc.net.
6 p.m. Seattle Running Company. 8-10 mile tempo run;
meet at 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. Bellingham. Evening hill
run at 8-11 min/mile. (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.
FRIDAY
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.
12 p.m. Runner's Soul. Spokane. Join others to run
the Bloomsday course. www.brrc.net.
7 a.m. Port Orchard Slug Club. New runners of all
ages and abilities welcome. Annapolis Dock. Run at own pace
and distance along Beach Drive; reconvene for group breakfast.
Garry (360) 871-1782.
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. Fairhaven Walking Club. Bellingham. Drop in
walking group for all abilities, led by former national-class
race walker Cindy Paffumi. 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 (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.
9 a.m. Arlington Runners Club. Meet at Stillaguamish
Athletic Club - 4417 172nd St NE, Arlington - for 3.1, 5.5 or
6.2 mile run on airport trail. Warm up mile then break into
same-paced groups. All welcome. www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org.
9 a.m. Tri-City Court Club. Kennewick. Long run at 8
to 8:30 min/mile. Eric (509) 942-7137, www.3rrr.org.
9 a.m. Seattle Frontrunners. Greenlake Community
Center. Runners and walkers welcome.
www.seattlefrontrunners.org.
9:30 a.m. Maple Valley. Moms running with kids in
jogging strollers. Meet at Cedar to Green Rivers Trail Head
behind Four Corners. Bonnie (800) 569-1624,
www.moms.meetup.com/2012.
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.
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. 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. One hour or longer. 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. 5-20
miles depending on your chosen group and pace. 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. Stay for 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, March 22. Ultimate Orienteer #1 - Classic
O'. Point Defiance Park, Tacoma. www.cascadeoc.org.
Thursday, March 27. Beast #1. Location TBD. Barebones
evening adventure race. First in series. www.beastrace.com.
Saturday, April 12. Ultimate Orienteer #2 - Night
O'. Hamlin Park, Shoreline. www.cascadeoc.org.
Sunday, April 27. U District Street Scramble.
Seattle. 9:30 a.m. 30 locations circled on a map; test how many
you can visit in 90 minutes or 3 hours.
www.streetscramble.com.
Saturday & Sunday, May 3-4. Beast 15-Hour. Location
TBD. Barebones adventure race. www.beastrace.com.
Saturday, May 3. Ultimate Orienteer #3 - Score O'.
Priest Pt. Park, Olympia. www.cascadeoc.org.
Wednesday, May 14. Beast Super Sprint #2. Location
TBD. Barebones evening adventure race. www.beastrace.com.
Saturday, May 24. Gig Harbor Street Scramble. Gig
Harbor. 9:30 a.m. Locations circled on a map; test how many
you can visit in 2 hours. www.streetscramble.com.
Wednesday, June 3. Beast #3. Union Bay, Seattle.
Barebones evening adventure race. www.beastrace.com.
Saturday, June 7. Great Urban Race. Seattle. 12 p.m.
Teams of two solve clues and complete challenges while
navigating the city. www.greaturbanrace.com, Joe (800) 487-
6817.
Saturday, June 14. Ultimate Orienteer #4 & #5. Sprint O'
followed by Short O'. Lord Hill Park, Snohomish.
www.cascadeoc.org.
Saturday, June 28. Port Orchard Street Scramble. Port
Orchard. Thirty locations circled on a map; test how many you
can visit in the time limit. www.streetscramble.com.
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