Washington State Runners

Tell us your stories and unique training tips on running in the enchanting state of Washington. What events are popular. Keep us up to date on links and dates of the big events that take place. No story is too small or too long. The picture on your right is of Mount Rainier.

Mount Rainier is an active Cascade volcano encased in over 35 square miles of snow and glacial ice. The 14,410’ mountain is surrounded by lush old growth forests, spectacular subalpine meadows and a National Historic Landmark District that showcases the "NPS Rustic" style architecture of the 1920s and 1930s.

With a backdrop like this you can imagine why those living in this great state call it paradise. The motivation from mother nature and the incredibly clean air lends itself to a truly unique running experience for all who visit and of course for those that are lucky enough to call this state their home.

Another great tid bit of information is the extended daylight you get in the summer. Not quite Alaska but you do get sunshine well into the evening hours!

If you have any great tips on places to stay or where to eat and of course the secrets to the primo trails this is the place to share those adventures with all. Hopefully we will have a pay it forward approach to information gathering and a friendly exchange for years to come.

Events

• 3/29/08: Birch Bay International Road Race 5K, 15K, 30K Blaine Washington Lynne Hoskins 360-325-0715 Flat and fast courses with spectacular views of the ocean. "Hot" post race food. info@totalhealthevents.com
• 4/20/08: Spokane River Run 5, 10, 25, 50K Riverside State Park-Spokane WA Mike Aho 509-710-7760. Email: spokeaho@msn.com. A trail run along the river.
• 4/27/08:4th Annual Pacific Northwest Mtn Bike Duathlon Series I Distance(s): Rec Div: 5k/10k/5k, Elite: 5k/15k/5k Register Online: or call Club Hotline: 253-983-0100, Fax: 253-581-5300, email: humansports2001@yahoo.com
• 05/11/08: Over the Dam Run 5K, 10K, Half Marathon Coulee Dam Washington Lynne Hoskins 360-325-0715. Email at info@totalhealthevents.com A classic run over the Grand Coulee Dam. 30th year.
• 5/25/08: 4th Annual Pacific Northwest Mtn Bike Duathlon Series II Distance(s): Rec Div: 5k/15k/5k, Elite: 10k/20k/5k Register Online: www.active.com or Club Hotline: 253-983-0100, Fax: 253-581-5300, email: humansports2001@yahoo.com
• 6/07/08: 7th Annual Flight for Sight Fun Run & Walk Distance: 1 mile walk, 5K & 10K runs Location : Everett Boeing Activity Center State : WA Contact : Jackie Boschok Phone : 425-267-3202 Fax : 425-353-5412 Website : Email : JackieB@IAM751.org Additional Info : Pre-register by May 30th: $20 without a t-shirt; $25 with a t-shirt Race Day Registration: $25 without a t-shirt; $30.00 with a t-shirt Registration 7:30-9:00 AM Runs start at 9:30, 1 mile walk at 9:45 AM All proceeds to benefit Guide Dogs of America

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