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2007 / 2008
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| 7/4/07 Santa Cruz Firecracker 10 k (and childrens 1 k) 10 k Santa Cruz California santacruzfirecracker10k.org racedirector@santacruzfirecracker10k.org A great family event with a 1k childrens run, a pancake breakfast and a beautiful 10k run through Santa Cruz streets and trails through the redwoods. A long uphill with great views of the Monterey Bay. |
| 7/08/2007 Eden Medical Center's Run to the Lake 5K/10K Castro Valley CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com Everyone starts at Eden Medical Center and runs up to the entrance to Lake Chabot. The 5K turns back and the 10K continues into the park and runs up the West Lake Trail before turning back to the start. Kids dashes follow during the Health and Fitness Expo, and all runners receive goody bags and t-shirts. Live music, age division awards and prize drawings. |
| 7/12/07 Playa del Run - Sunset Series #2 1K Swim or 5K Run Playa del Rey CA Luis Canales 310.260.7898 http://playadelrun.com/thursdays.html info@genericevents.com If weekends don't work for you - we'll we've got Thursday Evening Training Events taking place during the week (presented by the LA TriClub!). What better way to spend a Thursday evening than swimming and running at the beach. Get out of the office and head to Playa del Rey for some "friendly" competition. Participants can do the Aquathlon or just an open water swim or 5k run. Just get out and exercise! All events will be followed by a great California Sunset, refreshments, food, music and a raffle. Hands down, the best way to spend the summer. |
| 7/15/07 Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Half Marathon & 10K Cuvaison Carneros winery California Matt Dockstader 707-933-1769 www.destinationraces.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com Starts at a winery in Napa and winds through the Carneros wine region through vineyards, farms, and a wildlife preserve to the grand finish down Broadway into Sonoma Plaza. Includes shirt, medal, goodie bag, wine glass & tasting for post-race Wine & Music Festival. The race is open to runners & race walkers (no casual walkers please) able to complete the 13.1-mile course in three hours or less. Teams of 8+ also compete for a team award & receive $5 off entry fee. |
| 7/28/07 RYKA Iron Girl Solana 10K & 5K Run/Walk Solana Beach California Iron Girl 727-942-4767 www.irongirl.com info@irongirl.com We are proud to welcome the inaugural RYKA Iron Girl Solana Beach event to Southern California! Located 30-minutes outside San Diego, Solana Beach makes for a perfect summer event whether looking for a destination event or running event in your local area. The course will offer a beautiful run along the Pacific Coast Highway 101 with amazing views of the ocean. This event includes: · A scenic run along the California coastline · USATF-certified courses · Custom awards for the top three finishers in each age category Participants will receive: · Personalized race bibs featuring each participant’s first name · A RYKA performance technical shirt · ChampionChip® Race Timing · A chance to win exciting post-race giveaways · Plenty of delicious food at the post-race catered Breakfast Cafй · A one-of-a-kind Iron Girl finisher’s medal · Entertaining music and much more Make your race day more memorable by helping young adults with cancer. Iron Girl has teamed up with the Ulman Cancer Fund to help support those living with and recovering from cancer. Help make a difference and be entered to win an all-expense paid trip to the 2008 Iron Girl event of your choice. The mission of Iron Girl is to empower women toward a healthy lifestyle. |
| 8/4/2007 Squaw Valley Mountain Run 3.6 miles Lake Tahoe CA SallyJones 530 426 3313 www.squawmountainrun.com squawmountainrun@gmail.com The 3.6mile course Climbs 2000 feet from the base of Squaw Valley USA to High Camp for spectacular views of Lake Tahoe. Party at the top and free cable car ride down. A less strenuous flower hike at High camp also offered |
| 8/09/07 Playa del Run - Sunset Series #3 1K Swim or 5K Run Playa del Rey CA Luis Canales 310.260.7898 http://playadelrun.com/thursdays.html info@genericevents.com If weekends don't work for you - we'll we've got Thursday Evening Training Events taking place during the week (presented by the LA TriClub!). What better way to spend a Thursday evening than swimming and running at the beach. Get out of the office and head to Playa del Rey for some "friendly" competition. Participants can do the Aquathlon or just an open water swim or 5k run. Just get out and exercise! All events will be followed by a great California Sunset, refreshments, food, music and a raffle. Hands down, the best way to spend the summer. |
| 8/10/2007 A-T CureTour Santa Monica Marathon and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles, Beach Park #1, 2600 Barnard Way, Santa Monica California http://www.atcuretour.com To sign up for this event, visit www.atcuretour.org and click on Santa Monica under the Itinerary section |
| 8/11/07 Eagle Lake 5K 5K, 1mi (kids) Susanville CA Teresa Pustejovsky 530-257-3369 www.theschedule.com babymud@frontiernet.net 3rd annual. Unique evening trail run near the shores of Eagle Lake. Live music, awards and a bbq follow the run. Make it a destination. Close to Mount Lassen NP, Lake Almanor. |
| 8/16/07 Sunset in the Park 2.8 & 4.8 Mile Cross Country races Central Park, West, Huntington Beach, CA Between Ellis & Slater/Goldenwest & Edwards Rd. California Oscar Rosales 714-841-5417 http://www.nealand.come/finishline ojrfinish@aol.com The finest in Cross Country Running. We begin the day with the High School Team Challenge. Girls, 5 or more per team, start a 4:30 PM and the Boys, 5 or more per team, at 5:00 PM. Coaches, call Oscar or register at the park. The open races start at 6:00 PM with the 2.8 mile run/walk and at 6:30 PM with the 4.8 Mile Run. |
| 8/25/07 Bulldog 50K Ultra Run 50K Malibu Creek State Park CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 505-756-4217 www.trailrunevents.com bulldogultra@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic 50K course on fire roads and trails in mountainous terrain with spectacular ocean and valley views. Fully stocked aid stations approximately every 3-6 miles. T-shirts; finisher medals; complimentary light lunch. 16th Annual. A Road Runner Club of America Championship Race. A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race. Held in conjunction with a 25K Trail Run. |
| 8/25/07 Bulldog 25K Trail Run 25K Malibu Creek State Park CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 505-756-4217 www.trailrunevents.com bulldogultra@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic 25K course on fire roads and trails in mountainous terrain with spectacular ocean and valley views. Fully stocked aid stations approximately every 3-6 miles. T-shirts; finisher medals; complimentary light lunch. A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race. Held in conjunction with a 50K Ultra Run. |
| 8/25/07 High Trek Adventure San Francisco Jason Hofsess 480.326.4893 www.hightrekadventure.com info@hightrekadventure.com Teams of 2 solve clever clues to find checkpoints using only public transportation and foot! Winning team receives airfare for 2! |
| 9/01/07 IONВ® Bridge to Breakwater 12K/5K Run, Walk and Skate 12K/5K/1K San Pedro California Dave Behar 310-548-4744 http://bridgetobreakwater.com info@ions.com Inspired by City officials and dozens of fellow community members, the ION Bridge to BreakwaterВ® is a homegrown, highly unique, original, one-of-a-kind recreational community event. |
| 9/02/07 Run On The Sly 50K/20M/8M Pollock Pines CA Ellen Crouse 916-353-0218 www.RunSly.org/ ellencrouse@sbcglobal.net Single track trails and fire roads at 4000ft elevation, around Jenkinson Lake and Fleming Meadows.Post race BBQ. Benefits El Dorado Search and Rescue. Fees: $15 to $50. |
| 9/4/2007 A-T CureTour San Luis Obispo Marathon, Fun Run, and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles, 3 miles San Luis Obispo High School, 1499 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 California http://www.atcuretour.org Ultra-Marathoner to Run 63 Marathons in 63 Days For Children with Incurable Disease San Luis Obispo, CA will be a Stop on the A-T CureTour WHAT: The A-T CureTour – Tim Borland will run a full marathon distance of 26.2 miles each day for 63 consecutive days in 63 different communities nationwide, starting on September 3, 2007 in Anaheim, CA and ending on November 4, 2007 in New York City. WHO: The A-T Children’s Project, a nonprofit organization that raises funds to support finding a cure or life-improving therapies for the children’s disease ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T) and Tim Borland, an ultra-runner and trainer, have partnered to raise awareness and critically needed research funds for A-T. WHEN: Tuesday September 4, 2007 1:30 PM start for marathon (15 runners will be allowed to run the distance with Tim. If you are interested in this visit www.atcuretour.org and click on San Luis Obispo under the Itinerary section.) For those who are not runners, but want to get involved with this great event, you can attend our tailgate party from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: San Luis Obispo High School 1499 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 |
| 9/5/2007 A-T CureTour Los Gatos Marathon, Fun Run, and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles, 2 miles Los Gatos High School, 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA 95030 California http://www.atcuretour.org Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: Los Gatos High School 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA 95030 |
| 9/6/07 A-T CureTour Sacramento Marathon, Fun Run, and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles, 2 miles Discovery Regional Park – Alder Group Picnic Facility / Garden Highway California http://www.atcuretour.org Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: Discovery Regional Park – Alder Group Picnic Facility Garden Highway |
| 9/7/07 A-T CureTour Sebastopol Marathon and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles Guayaki Office California http://www.atcuretour.org Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: Guayaki Office 6784 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, CA 95472 |
| 9/09/07 LA Sheriff's SEB Mud Run 10K Pitchess Detention Center, 29300 The Old Road, Saugus California Tommy Harris 323-881-7800 www.lasd.org tdharris@lasd.org 10K Mud Run in boots and utility uniforms with numerous obstacles and challenges. 5 categories of awards. Free Kids Run, Food, Music, and SWAT Display after event. |
| 9/8/07 A-T CureTour Fresno Marathon and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles Woodward Park - Lakeview Picnic Shelter California http://www.atcuretour.org Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: Woodward Park - Lakeview Picnic Shelter 2 E Audubon Dr, Fresno, 93720 |
| 9/9/07 A-T CureTour Santa Clarita Marathon, Fun Run, and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles, 2 miles Valencia High School, 27801 Valencia Drive, Valencia, CA 91355 California http://www.atcuretour.org Sign up for this is also at www.atcuretour.org WHERE: Valencia High School 27801 Valencia Drive, Valencia, CA 91355 |
| 9/10/07 A-T CureTour Santa Monica Marathon and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles Santa Monica Beach Park #1 California http://www.atcuretour.org 1:30 PM Marathon, 5 PM Tailgate. 2600 Barnard Way Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
| 9/11/2007 A-T CureTour Huntington Beach Marathon and Tailgate Party 26.2 miles Mother's Beach in Alamitos Bay, 5839 Appian Way, Long Beach California http://www.atcuretour.org To sign up for this event visit www.atcuretour.org and click on Huntington Beach under the Itinerary section. |
| 9/12/2007 A-T CureTour Escondido Marathon, Fun Run, and Tailgate Party 26,2 miles, 3K Lake Hodges east end recreation area, entrance off of Lake Drive California http://www.atcuretour.org |
| 9/15/07 La County Run For Health 5k 1001 ROSE BOWL Drive Pasadena California Nyla Jefferson 213 974 2034 213 633 5102 http://www.laccw.info laccw@bos.lacounty.gov The Course is scenic, fast and USA Track & field sanctioned and certified. It is one complete lap around the Rose Bowl and Brookside Gold Course. The miles are well marked for the run/walk and water stations will be along the course and at the finish line. |
| 9/16/07 Banana Chase 5K/10K & Whole Foods Market Young Champions Races 5K/10K Kezar Stadium/Golden Gate Park CA RhodyCo Productions 415-759-2690 415-759-2699 www.bananachase.com info@bananachase.com The 5K is a PA/USATF Championship starting outside Kezar Stadium, using Golden Gate Park and finishing on the track at Kezar. All registered runners get to chase Bananas to be eligible for random prizes; the more Bananas you beat the more times you enter the drawing. T-shirts and goody bags, expo following. The 5K/10K starts at 9AM and is followed at 10:30AM by the Young Champions (ages 3-18) on the track in age defined heats from 50 Meters to 1 Mile. |
| 9/29/07 2nd Annual Temecula/Murrieta Police Activities League "Trail Ride & Run" 5K Fun Run Tenaja Polo Grounds, Murrieta CA Safe Alternatives for Everyone 951.587.3900 951.587.3902 Lynn@safefamiliesca.org The 2nd Annual Temecula/Murrieta Police Activities League (P.A.L.) Trail Ride and Run is September 29th, 2007 in beautiful Tenaja! The US Polo Grounds is the location with a delicious lunch by Monteleone Meadows after the ride and 5K Fun Run. Please join Safe Alternatives for Everyone in raising the much needed funds that will help children and their families. S.A.F.E. provides services for children, youth, and families who are at risk of abuse and violence. S.A.F.E. operates the P.A.L. program in partnership with the Temecula and Murrieta Police Departments and it specifically deals with youth to help ensure they make good choices and provide opportunities they would never have otherwise. The program is designed to build mutual respect between law enforcement and youth. Temecula and Murrieta officers spend time with the youth on trips, coaching teams and helping teach curriculum designed for youth who have made poor choices and youth who just want to be involved. 100% of the funds stay right here in Southwest County to help local families. Our goal is to keep children and youth out of the system and help their families raise successful children! |
| 9/29/07 San Dimas 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run or Walk 5K and 1 Mile San Dimas Civic Center California Tanya Orr 909-394-6236 909-394-6205 www.cityofsandimas.com torr@ci.san-dimas.ca.us |
| 9/29/07 Walk & Roll For Special Needs 2 mile walk 5k & 10k run Lagoon Valley Park Vacaville CA Debbi Davis 707-422-0464 707-422-0465 http://www.childrensnurturingproject.org/ ChildrensNurturingProject@hotmail.com Proceeds from this event will be used for special needs support groups, training and education projects, resource library for families, new parent mentors, local full-time comprehensive resource center. |
| 09/30/07 Desert Edge Challenge 5k run/walk 10K challenge run Nicolet Middle School, Banning, CA California Johnny Russo 951-849-9131 terry_potter@verizon.net 5K run/walk, 10k Challenge Run, Antique Car show & D.J. & Soft Serve ice cream. Fun out and back run/walk. Scenic Views of both Mt San Gorgonio and San Jacinto. Moderate Climb first half with fast return to the finish. Directions: Exit the I-10 freeway in Banning at Eighth Street and Travel north to Ramsey St. Turn right to San Gorgonio Street and North (left) to Nicolet Stadium. Free Parking at the Community Center (across from stadium) and football field at the corner of Nicolet and San Gorgonio. |
| 9/30/07 Lupus Race for Life 5K Run/Walk - Plus 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Run/Walk La Mirada Regional Park California Julie Hoppe 949-833-2121 949-833-1183 http://www.lupusinternational.com/events/race.aspx jhoppe@lupusinternational.com Adult 5K Run/Walk : $25.00, Adult 1 Mile Run/Walk: $25.00, Children 14 & Under 5K Run/Walk: $10.00, Children 14 & Under 1 Mile Run/Walk: $10.00, Race Day Registration: Add $5.00 <P>Join Fire Fighters, Police Officers, Runners, Walkers, and lupus patients at the 8th Annual Lupus International Race for Life 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, September 30, 2007 at La Mirada Regional Park, La Mirada, California. Each year this event is hosted by local law enforcement and fire fighting agencies in support of all those that suffer from the disease lupus.<P>Pancake Breakfast - Refreshments - Information/Vendor Booths - Trophy Awards - Age Group Awards - Kids Awards - Free T-Shirt & Participant Bag - Scenic Fast Course - Professional Championship Timing - USA Track & Field Certified Course |
| 10/13/07 Golden Hills Trail Marathon Trail Marathon Berkeley California Ann Trason 510-525-0337 http://www.goldenhillsmarathon.net info@goldenhillsmarathon.net Point to point course, mostly along the East Bay Skyline National Trail. 4,000 feet of climb. Wonderful views of San Francisco and Mt. Diablo. 9 am start time. |
| 10/13/2007 Step Forward to Cure Tuberous Sclerosis 5K Run/ 2 mile walk Distance: 5K, 2 mile Location : Lagoon Valley Park, Vacaville, CA Contact : Dena Mitchell Phone : 707-451-1559 Fax : Website : www.stepforwardtocuretsc.org Email : dmitch777@mac.com Additional Info : This is a 5K certified, flat course around Lagoon Valley, and a 2 mile fun walk/run. There will be prizes for top 3 finishers male/female, and age groups 3 deep. The proceeds go to the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance to raise awareness and funds for those with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex. It is a genetic disorder affecting 1 in 6000 children born and causes tumor growth in major organs. There will be family fun, music and silent auction. |
| 10/14/07 Long Beach International City Bank Marathon Marathon, Half Marathon, Bike Tour, 5K, Kids Run Long Beach, CA CA Stacy Embretson 562-427-4606x1 562-427-4670 www.runlongbeach.com sembretson@runicr.com Start on Shoreline Drive, pass the Pike at Shoreline Village over Queensway Bridge to the bow of the Queen Mary... Circle the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Lighthouse and Rainbow Harbor and head down to the beach. Participate in one of America’s most scenic Marathons. It’s Fast, Flat and Fun. |
| 10/14/07 Get Your Rear in Gear 5K San Francisco California Mary Anderson 651-688-9143 http://www.andersonraces.com/index.html Mary@andersonraces.com 5K Run/Walk - Lake Merced, San Francisco Registration: 7:30 a.m. Opening Ceremony: 8:45 a.m. Event Begins: 9:00 a.m. 4th Annual BBQ |
| 10/14/2007 Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon-San Jose 1/2 Marathon San Jose California Elite Racing 8003111255 8584506905 www.rnrsj.com rnrsj@eliteracing.com On October 14th we're taking it to the streets of San Jose, CA for the second annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon. Whether you're a rookie runner or seasoned veteran out for a PR, this is the race for you! The flat, fast course promises an easy run and stellar times. With bands at every mile and themed water stations, it is bounded to be a Rockin’ good time. Everything's Better by the Bay...Rock This Way! |
| 10/28/2007 The 2nd Annual Race For The Rescues! 5k Run/Walk and 1m Kids Race The Rose Bowl (Area H South of the Bowl), 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103 California Lisa Young (323) 899-5640 (818) 301-3180 www.racefortherescues.org info@therescuetrain.org Run, Walk, Donate or Adopt to help save innocent lives! Race For The Rescues is A 5K Run/Walk (dogs welcome!) or Kids 1 Mile Race to benefit 8 nonprofit dog & cat rescues and to hold adoptions for 2 city shelters. Each year these 10 animal havens save, house, give medical treatment and find loving homes for approximately 2500 once-forgotten animals. 5k starts at 8:30am; 1 Mile Kids Race starts at 9:30am; Registration/Sign-in begins at 7am; Register online at www.racefortherescues.org |
| 10/28/07 14th Annual Run Against Hunger 5K Newhall Park, Newhall CA Mike Riley 661-255-9078 661-254-7436 www.scvfoodpantry.org mriley@rileypro.net This 5K run and fun walk is open to participants of all ages and features awards, 3 deep, in all divisions as well as prizes for male and female overall winners. The course will start at Newhall Park and follow the South Fork Trail that parallels the scenic Santa Clara River. This out and back course is flat and provides a panoramic view of the beautiful Santa Clarita Valley. The Southern California Track and Field Association sanctions the event. The popular post-race drawing for door prizes will follow the race for both runners and walkers. |
| 11/4/07 Dinosaur Dash XVII 10K 5K Tustin CA Kinane Events 760-434-7706 1-760-434-7706 http://www.dinosaurdash.net http://www.info@kinaneevents.com Race course is around the Tustin Marketplace. Event features a post race celebration, Kid's Expo, live entertainment and custom, student made age group awards. The 2006 Dinosaur Dash received a Bronze Medal from the Governor's council on Physical Fitness and Sports. |
| 11/4/07 US HAlf Marathon, San Francisco Half marathon, 12K, 5K San Francisco California Ludo Thomasson 4152874253 702 549 9999 ushalf.com infosf@usraceseries.com Experience San Francisco! Join thousands of runners from across the globe as you extend over the San Francisco Bay along the historic Muni Pier with the warm sun rising over the Golden Gate Bridge! The clear skies, cool morning weather and waterfront setting make this Half, 12K, 5K Walk and all-new Kids Marafun your perfect fall event! Run in what Runner's World Magazine has deemed the most beautiful running city in the country - through the Marina, Presido, Aquatic Park, Fisherman's Wharf, across the Golden Gate Bridge and more! Our 2006 event sold-out, so be sure to register early! Entries limited to the first 5,000 participants |
| 11/11/07 9th Annual World Run Day - Los Angeles Any and All Distances City of Los Angeles California Bill McDermott, Event Coordinator 1 516 208-7030 http://www.runday.com runday2007@yahoo.com Run anywhere in the City of Los Angeles and run with runners all over the world in a virtual run on World Run Day. Make a donation directly to a favorite local charity. You will receive the Official World Run Day 2007 Event T-Shirt and have your name listed on the Event Site www.runday.com. Registration Provided by www.active.com |
| 11/11/07 Free to Breathe Los Angeles 10K Race, 5K Race, 1 Mile Walk Los Angeles CA Kenda Schwarz 608-233-7905 608-233-7893 http://www.freetobreathe.org Kenda@NationalLungCancerPartnership.org This Free to BreatheTM event will consist of a 10K run, 5K run, one mile walk, rally, and patient support & education fair. By participating, you will raise public awareness of lung cancer and fund research for more effective treatments, thus reducing death and suffering from the disease. For more information regarding location, time, registration, and donations, please visit our website: www.freetobreathe.org. |
| 11/17/2007 RiverPark Alive 5K Turkey Trot 5K 3100 N. Oxnard Boulevard California Angie Mendoza 805-988-3848 http://www.riverparkalive.com/alive amendoza@centexhomes.com Join us as friends and families race their way through Oxnard’s great new community of RiverPark for the inaugural RiverPark Alive 5K Turkey Trot. Participants are invited to take part in this exciting event that will support the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme. • 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Run • Commemorative race t-shirt* • Post-race fair with food, fun and prizes *T-shirts will be provided for the first 200 race registrants. |
| 11/22/07 Oceanside Turkey Trot 5K/ Kids Race Oceanside Civic Center California Kinane Events 760-434-1587 760-434-7706 http://www.osideturkeytrot.com info@kinaneevents.com “Move your Feet before you eat!” Help support the Oceanside School District by running/walking the Oceanside Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving morning. Five dollars of each entry will be donated to the school of your choice. An open 5K, a local’s 5K and kids race are scheduled to satisfy everybody’s racing appetite. With a costume contest to competing corporate team category, this is one Turkey Day event you will not want to miss. To gear up for this event, sign up for our Eight-week training programs beginning July 11th, which will get your body moving in the right direction. Check out the website for registration and further information at www.osidetukeytrot.com. |
| 11/22/07 The Conejo Valley YMCA's Annual Turkey Day Dash 5K/1K Run/Walk Dos Vientos Community Park in Newbury Park California Tim O'Connor (805) 523-7613 805-523-8831 conejovalleyymca.org toconnor@conejovalleyymca.org With your support we can make a difference! Registration will begin at 7:00am followed by the race at 8:00am. Participants will enjoy a post-race reception at the park with awards to winners in each age division. We will also be giving away prizes donated by various businesses in the Conejo Valley area. This is an annual fundraiser that we hope to raise over $40,000 to support the Conejo Valley YMCA's Youth and Senior programs. Fitness before the Feast! |
| 11/22/07 Dana Point Turkey Trot 10K, 5K, 1 mile Kids Run Dana Point, CA CA Stacy Embretson 562-427-4606x1 562-427-4670 www.turkeytrot.com sembretson@runicr.com California’s Thanksgiving Day Run with more than 9,600 participants - The Dana Point Turkey Trot - One of America's Most Scenic Coastal Runs... hosted by The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce. Run so Others Can Eat! Join the Pledge Drive and help raise funds for Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. To sign up for the pledge drive or to make a donation go here Prize money for the 10k and computer chip timing in the 5k & 10k events. The 10K now has a very competitive Elite Division with local and international athletes competing for the prize money. Tour the beautiful beach, majestic cliffs and coves of Dana Point. Enjoy pounding surf, rugged cliffs, and cool ocean breezes as you sail through the Dana Point Marina, Doheny State Park and pass the Historic Tallship Pilgrim moored in Dana Point Harbor. |
| 11/22/17 Run for the Hungry 5K Run / Walk; Kids Mile Memorial Park 1201 Foothill Blvd. La Canada, CA 91011 California Roger Barkley Community Center (818) 790-4353 (818) 790-8842 www.runforthehungry.com office@rbcclcf.org Please join us for our 14th annual Thanksgiving Day run to benefit local homeless shelters. You may register online at active.com. |
| 11/25/07 Run Wild! 5K/10K Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA RhodyCo Productions 415-759-2690 415-759-2699 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com This 23rd Annual Thanksgiving weekend tradition benefits the California Academy of Sciences and their new facility, which is nearing completion. There is a Costume Contest in the 5K. The race starts at 8:30AM in Golden Gate Park and finishes in front of the new Academy. All registered runners receive a long-sleeve t-shirt, goody bag and a free admission to the Academy. |
| 12/1/07 3rd Annual Silicon Valley E-Race Racism 5k Run, 10k Run, 1 Mile Walk Lake Cunningham Park CA Linda Vu (408) 295-3394 www.sanjosenaacp.org linda@sanjosenaacp.org This is a 1-mile walk, 5k and 10k run through scenic and historic East San Jose, beginning at Lake Cunningham Park on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. This event is about eliminating racism and empowering youth and families. The NAACP “3rd Annual Silicon Valley E-Race Racism” Family Fun Run & Walk brings together friends, family, adults and children to make our vision reality! Walk, run, or jog for equality! This event will also raise awareness about the need for healthy lifestyles and exercise, disease prevention, health care professions and training, and youth and elderly health issues in communities of color. Additionally this event will raise money for the NAACP’s youth development programs which teach tolerance, healthy lifestyles and leadership development. To register or for more information, please visit www.sanjosenaacp.org or www.active.com. |
| 12/09/07 Say No To Drugs Race - 7th Annual 10K, 5K, 5K Fun Walk, Kiddie Fun Run 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles - Griffith Park California Ray McKay 323-960-88860 www.saynotodrugsrace.org ray@saynotodrugsrace.org Cash prizes for top 5 male/female runners in 10K and 5K races. Prizes for top 3 male/female finishers in each age group. 5K fun walk and a Kiddie Fun run. Free pancake breakfast for all participants. T-shirts and goodie bags for all participants. Fabulous give-away prizes from sponsors given by bib ticket drawing. Course runs through beautiful Griffith park over slight hills and flat land. |
| 1/06/08 Single/Double Lake Merced Runs 4.5M/9M Sunset Blvd. parking lot at Lake Merced, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com $5 registration fee includes finisher ribbons. Double loop starts at 8:30am, single loop at 9:00am. Place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F runners. |
| 1/12/08 Michelob Ultra, Paramount 10K, Home of the Masters 10K Progress Park, 15500 Downey Ave. California Oscar Rosales 714-841-5417 http://www.nealand.com/finishline ojrfinish@aol.com This course is run on a super fast, certified & monitored course. Go to our web site for additional information: www.nealand.com/finishline |
| 1/13/08 Fort Point 12K 12K Yacht Harbor Rd. parking lot, Marina Green, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Online registration at www.active.com. Race starts at 9am. |
| 1/20/2008 Sawyer Camp Trail Runs 5K & 10K Crystal Springs Rd. & Skyline Blvd., San Mateo CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast out/back courses along paved bike path. 10K starts at 9am, 5K at 9:05am. Finisher ribbons to all participants, place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F runners. Register online at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. |
| 1/27/08 Jazz Trax Snowshoe Stomp Bear Valley, CA Patty Jo Struve -209-795-1697, pattyjo_struve@hotmail.com, |
| 1/27/07 Polo Field 5K 5K Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com $5 entry fee includes finisher ribbons. Pre-reg at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Race starts at 9am. |
| 2/03/08 Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon & 5K Half Marathon/ 5K Golden Gate Park-San Francisco CA Diane Kotta (415)75902690 www.kp.org/sf info@rhodyco.com |
| 02/03/08 Surf City USA Marathon Marathon/Half Marathon/5K/Kids Race Hilton Waterfront Hotel California Kinane Events 1-888-422-0786 1-760-434-7706 http://www.runsurfcity.com info@runsurfcity.com If the Beach Boys were ever to run a marathon, they would do it here! Join more than 15,000 runners on Pacific Coast Highway! Run past the Huntington Beach Pier and its famous surfing beaches. Listen to Surf Rock Riff along the way. Perfectly located between Los Angeles and San Diego, Surf City is the home of Orange County’s only oceanfront marathon course. Prices: Marathon: $90.00 Half Marathon: $65.00 Technical Shirts for ALL Participants!: This is one shirt that won't stay in your drawer. Long sleeve tech tees for the marathon and half marathon; short sleeves for the 5K. Classic Surfboard Medals: We have a new design of the original classic surfboard medal for All finishers! Michelob Ultra Beach Party!: Join us in at the Finish Line for the Michelob Ultra Beach Party featuring live music and offering Ultra, Ultra Amber, Peels, and Go Girl Energy Drink! Registration for the February 3rd, 2008 event will fill fast. Last year all races sold out early and hundreds of runners were turned away! Please be sure to register early. Check our web site for important details at www.runsurfcity.com. |
| 2/10/08 Golden Gate Bridge Vista 5M 5 miles Seal Rock Dr. & El Camino del Mar, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Register online at www.active.com. Race starts at 9am. |
| 2/16/08 UCI Zot Trot 5k Distance: 5k Location : UC Irvine Campus State : California Contact : Dan Driscoll Phone : Fax : Website : www.ucitriathlon.com/race.html Email : ldandriscoll@gmail.com Additional Info : Hi all, We are hosting a 5k race with a cross country style course. Cost is only $18 for anyone not affiliated with UC Irvine. We will also be hosting a triathlon on the same day. All the information is at ucitriathlon.com |
| 2/17/08 Auburn Ski Club Snowshoe Challenge Donner Summit, CA John Stauffer – johnjstauffer@cs.com, www.auburnskiclub.org |
| 2/17/08 Rainbow Falls 5K 5K Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com $5 entry fee includes finisher ribbon. Pre-reg at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Race starts at 9am. |
| 2/24/08 Waterfront 10M & 5K 10M & 5K Aquatic Park/Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Both courses are flat, fast, out-back along Fisherman's Wharf and China Basin. 10M - $5 fee; starts at 8:30am. Aid stations at 3M/7M. Age division awards 3 deep in 6 divisions and finisher ribbons to all runners. Course closes at 10:45am. 5K - $5 fee; starts at 8:40am. Finisher ribbons to all and place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 3/1/08 NorCal John Frank Memorial Run 10M, 3M, 1M Lake Redding Park CA John Luaces 530-526-3076 530-241-5268 www.sweatrc.com sweatrc@sbcglobal.net |
| 3/1/08 Lakewood Sheriff Department Mug Run 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K, 10K 51300 Clark Avenue, Lakewood CA Lakewood Sheriff Station 562-623-3699 www.lakewoodmugrun.com info@lakewoodmugrun.com The Race Course is flat, fast and friendly. Starts and Finishes at the Lakewood Center Mall directly across from the Lakewood Sheriffs Station at 5130 Clark Ave, Lakewood. Join us and Run along the beautiful tree-lined streets of the City of Lakewood. The Lakewood Sheriff’s Station 10K Mug Run is a Los Angeles Sheriff’s Athletic Association sanctioned event. The 10K Mug Run is just one in a series of runs offered as part of the LASAA Mug Run series and has had a long history with the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station. The Lakewood Sheriffs Station has formed a partnership with Soroptimist International of Lakewood/Long Beach. Through this partnership we continue our tradition of service by bringing the communities of the Lakewood/Long Beach area together for a healthy and fun filled event. This years Mug Run will include a 5K/10K and Family 1-Mile Fun Run! The events proceeds will benefit the programs and services for women and girls served by Soroptimist International of Lakewood and Long Beach, Abused and Neglected children of Los Angeles County through the 999 Foundation and the Lakewood Sheriff’s running team. |
| 3/1/2008 Team Challenge - Crohn's and Colitis Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon Training Program Half Marathon Sunnyvale CA Breanne Long 415.356.2234 415.356.0880 www.ccteamchallenge.org blong@ccfa.org Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training program. This exciting program trains team members to run or walk a half marathon while helping the Foundation raise critical funds to find a cure for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Each team member will walk or run in honor of a person living with one of these chronic and debilitating diseases. To sign up for Team Challenge or find out more come to an information meeting near you: March 1 at 9:30 am - Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave Sunnyvale March 6 at 6:00 pm - Sports Basement, 1590 Bryant St. SF March 8 at 9:30 am - Sports Basement, 610 Mason St. @ Crissy Field SF March 11 at 5:30 pm - London Wine Bar, 415 Sansome St. SF March 13 at 6:00 pm - Sports Basement, 1881 Ygnacio Valley Rd Walnut Creek Kick Off Party: Food and Wine Provided! March 26 at 6:00 pm – S.N.O.B. Wine Bar 1327 Polk Street (between Pine and Bush), SF |
| 3/2/08 Windmill 10K 10K Kennedy Dr. & Great Hwy, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Register online at www.active.com. Race begins at 9am. Benefit for Sri Lanka running programs. |
| 03/08/08 SPARTA SWIM RUN Distance: 500 yd swim 3 mile run Location : SJSU Aquatic Center State : California Contact : Rebecca Harper Phone : 408-924-6372 Fax : Website : http://www.union.sjsu.edu/Aquatic_Center/aquatic_center.html Email : rharper@union.sjsu.edu Additional Info : First Annual SPARTA SWIM RUN. 500yd swim followed by a 3 mile run on the campus of San Jose State University. |
| 3/8/08 The Great Urban Race Los Angeles Varies Visit us at www.greaturbanrace.com for more details. CA Joe 8004876817 www.greaturbanrace.com info@greaturbanrace.com The Great Urban Race is a one-of-a-kind urban adventure. Teams of two run, solve clues, and use public transit while navigating city streets and completing fun challenges. Visit us at www.greaturbanrace.com for more details. |
| 3/9/08 San Luis Mountain Run Distance: 10k Location : San Luis Obispo State : CA Contact : Nimble Creative Phone : 805 546-8077 Fax : Website : www.slomountainrun.com Email : racing@slomountainrun.com Additional Info : Join us Sunday March 9th at 9:00am for this beautifully rugged trail race circumnavigating the ancient volcanic Morro, Cerro San Luis. The 6.2-mile course is speckled with challenging single track, fire road and double track. With an elevation gain of 1,500 feet, this is no ordinary 10k. |
| 3/9/2008 St. Patrick's Day Run 4M Little Marina Green/Yacht Harbor Rd., San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast out/back course along Crissy Field and Golden Gate Promenade. Register online at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. NOTE: This is the first day of Daylight Savings Time - set your clocks ahead! Finisher ribbons to all participants, place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 3/10/08 CCFA Team Challenge runs the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon Distance: Half Marathon Location : Napa State : CA Contact : Marisa Sarringhaus Phone : 781-449-0324x12 Fax : Website : www.ccteamchallenge.org Email : msarringhaus@ccfa.org Additional Info : The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, New England chapter is introducing a half marathon training program for walkers and runners to raise money for research for these two digestive diseases. The first event in which we will be participating is the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon on July 20, 2008. Information meetings about the program will be held around Boston in March. For a listing of dates and times, visit the Team Challenge website at www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Marisa Sarringhaus at msarringhaus@ccfa.org |
| 3/15/08 Susan G Komen Race for the Cure 5K Area H South of the Rose Bowl CA 626.577.2700 626.577.4744 http://www.komenlacounty.org info@komenlacounty.org Raising money for the fight against Breast Cancer come out for the 5K Run , 5K Walk or the Family 1K. There will also be a Healthy Living Expo, Entertainment and more activities for the whole family. Join us and learn how you can be part of the Cure. |
| 3/16/08 Emerald Across the Bay 12K 12K AquaticPark San Francisco CA Diane Kotta 415 759-2690 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com PA USAT&F Championship with prize purse. All registered runners take free shuttles to Sausalito start, run back across the Golden Gate Bridge, thru the Presidio, down Marina Blvd, thru Fort Mason, and finish back at Aquatic Park for a big "Celebration of Running." |
| 3/22/08 Spring into Health 5K Run/Walk So. Cal. Univ. of Health Sciences, 16200 E. Amber Valley Dr., Whittier, CA California Oscar Rosales 714-841-5417 http://nealand.com/finishline ojrfinish@aol.com After running through the beautiful neighborhoods of Whittier & La Habra, you will be part of the finest Health Clinic with the best prepared food I have ever seen a a race. Oscar |
| 3/22/08 Rabbit Run 2 mile walk/run 5k run Woodward park Fresno calif Frank Uribe 559-447-9789 franksgym@comcast.net Rabbit Run to benefit Marjaree Mason Center of Fresno March 22 2008. Grand Prize giveaway a new GSR 150 scooter to be given away to a registered entrant. Must be 18 or guarding to win.On display @ Sierra Running Co. Friant/Ft.Washington |
| 3/23/2008 Easter Roller Coaster Run 5K Mountain Lake Park, 12th Ave. & Lake St., San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Out/back course with some challenging hills. Free Kids Run at 9:45am and Easter Egg Hunt. Register online at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Finisher ribbons to all participants, place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 3/26/2008 Team Challenge - Crohn's and Colitis Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon Training Program Half Marathon S.N.O.B Wine Bar 1327 Polk St. San Francisco CA Breanne Long 415.356.2234 415.356.0880 www.ccteamchallenge.org blong@ccfa.org Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training program. This exciting program trains team members to run or walk a half marathon while helping the Foundation raise critical funds to find a cure for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Each team member will walk or run in honor of a person living with one of these chronic and debilitating diseases. To sign up for Team Challenge or find out more come to an information meeting near you: March 1 at 9:30 am - Sports Basement, 1177 Kern Ave Sunnyvale March 6 at 6:00 pm - Sports Basement, 1590 Bryant St. SF March 8 at 9:30 am - Sports Basement, 610 Mason St. @ Crissy Field SF March 11 at 5:30 pm - London Wine Bar, 415 Sansome St. SF March 13 at 6:00 pm - Sports Basement, 1881 Ygnacio Valley Rd Walnut Creek Kick Off Party: Food and Wine Provided! March 26 at 6:00 pm – S.N.O.B. Wine Bar 1327 Polk Street (between Pine and Bush), SF |
| 3/27/08 Playa del Run Mission Bay San Diego Distance: 5k run and 500m Swim Location : Bonita Cove in Mission Bay State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. |
| 3/30/08 25th Anniversary Spirit Run 10K 5K Newport Beach CA Kinane Events 760-434-7706 http://www.spiritrun@kinaneevents.com http://www.info@kinaneevents.com Race course is around Fashion Island with rolling hills and cool ocean breezes. Event features a post race celebration, live entertainment and age group awards. |
| 3/30/2008 Embarcadero 10K 10K Aquatic Park, Jefferson & Hyde Streets, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast, out/back course along Fishermans Wharf and the Embarcadero. Register online at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Finisher ribbons to all participants, place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 4/5/2008 Santa Anita Derby Day 5K Distance: 5K Location : Santa Anita Park, Arcadia State : CA Contact : Kinane Events Phone : 760-434-7706 Fax : 760-434-7706 Website : http://www.kinaneevents.com/EVENTS/SA/raceinfo.htm Email : info@kinaneevents.com Additional Info : Starting at Santa Anita park, participants will travel through the City of Arcadia and through the LA County Botanic Garden and finish on the track at legendary Santa Anita Park (STROLLERS & BABY JOGGERS HIGHLY DISCOURAGED due to surfaces). Parking is free at Santa Anita Park. A giant post-race party awaits finishers to include a beer garden, live music, a giant expo area and food and drink galore. A $700 Seabiscut Prize Purse will be distributed between the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Males and Females in the Masters 5K race and the Open 5K race |
| 4/5/08 Kern River Trail Run Distance: 15mi, 10 mi, 5K Location : Bakersfield State : CA Contact : Doug Johnston Phone : Fax : Website : www.bakersfieldtrackclub.com Email : Additional Info : Trail runs in the foothills East of Bakersfield. |
| 4/6/08 Great Highway Run 4 miles Lincoln Way & Lower Great Highway, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast, out/back course along paved bike path across the street from Ocean Beach. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees: $3-5, with finisher ribbon. |
| 4/6/2008 Carlsbad 5000 & Junior Carlsbad 5K, Kids' Fun Run Carlsbad California Elite Racing 8003111255 8584506905 www.eliteracing.com carlsbad5000@eliteracing.com Flat, fast and fun! This scenic course features two miles along the cool Pacific with an exciting finish in the heart of Carlsbad. The course is USATF sanctioned and certified. Water stations are located at the Start, Finish, and along the course. There are also clocks and timers at every mile. |
| 4/13/2008 Rotary of Temecula Sprint Triathlon and 5K 5K Run Temecula California Judy Zulfiqar 951-719-3604 951-719-3634 www.temecularotary.org judy@rkrmedia.com this event has a 5K run as well as a Sprint Triathlon the consists of a 5K run, 16mile bike ride and 160 yard swim. |
| 4/13/08 Golden Gate Park 10K 10K Transverse & Kennedy Drives, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Figure-8 loop course through Golden Gate Park. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees range from $3-5, with finisher ribbons. |
| 4/19/2008 The California Earth Day Run & Walk Distance: 5k, 10k, and Kids Run Location : Discovery Park State : California Contact : Event Director Phone : (916) 364-3410 Fax : (916) 364-3546 Website : www.theearthfoundation.org Email : info@theearthfoundation.org Additional Info : Course Sanctioned, flat and fast course in scenic Discovery Park along the American River, Sacramento, California. Awards 10k/5k awards will be presented to the overall male and female winner and top three in each age category. Age Group Divisions: 7-9,10-12, 13-15,16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45- 49,50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Ribbons or medals to all finishers in the kids' fun runs. Kid's runs will not be scored or timed. |
| 4/20/08 Marina Green 5K 5K Marina Green Drive at Fillmore Street, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast out/back course through beautiful Marina Green and Golden Gate Promenade. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees range from $3-5, with finisher ribbons. |
| 4/26/08 King Of The Hills Trail Runs & Biathlons 5K, 10K, 2.1 Mile Walk, 5K Relay the Lazy Lilac Ranch in Glennville, CA Ca Fernando Mendoza 661-333-4404 661-322-4999 www.LazyLilacRanch.com FerMendoza126@hotmail.com Come joins us in this great FAMILY FUN EVENT held at the lovely Lazy Lilac Ranch, nestled at the foothills of the Sequoia National Forest in the city of Glennville, CA. The course for all the events is along a nice dirt trail with some challenging hills. It's guaranteed to take your breath away! Events: 5K, 10K, 2.1 Mile Walk, 5K Relay Team, Pre-Teen Fun Run, and both Individual & Team Biathlons (run/bike). The 5K Relay Team consists of 3 members, each doing approx. 1 mile of the 5K course. It's a great SPECTATOR COURSE where you can see the athletes in different sections of the course. Bring your cameras. ALL LEVELS WELCOME. |
| 04/27/08 9:00AM MMRF Race for Research - San Francisco 5K walk/run Marina Green, Golden Gate National Recreation Area - San Francisco, CA CA Amelia Lewis - Race Coordinator 203-652-0215 203-972-1259 www.multiplemyeloma.org lewisa@themmrf.org Join us for the Annual MMRF Race for Research - San Francisco. A great way to support Multiple Myeloma research! This is 5K walk/run is fun for the entire family. To learn more please visit www.mmrface.org |
| 4/27/08 Rockaway Beach 5K 5K Dondee & San Marlo Ways, Pacifica CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Out/back course along paved bike path with views of the Pacific Ocean the entire route. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees range from $3-5 with finisher ribbons. |
| 5/2/08 and 5/3/08 Clovis Motorsports Jamboree Location : Bicentennial Park Clovis CA 93612 559 250-2556 clovismotorsportsjamboree@gmail.com Additional Info : 5 mile cruise throught the streets of Clovis Friday night and the police are going to allow open headers! Bench racing Saturday hosted by Jr. Thompson. Saturday includes 2 sessions of "Cacklefest", for those who don't know what that means, start your engine during those times for all to hear. Pre-registration includes a BBQ Friday night hosted by the award winning "Sauce Kings". Swamp Rat III is scheduled to be there and the event is a West Coast Gasser, Altered, Dragster reunion. |
| 05/03/08 Porterville, California Cancer 5K Run Click Here |
| 5/3/08 The Great Urban Race San Francisco Varies Visit www.greaturbanrace.com for details California Joe - info@greaturbanrace.com 800.487.6817 www.greaturbanrace.com info@greaturbanrace.com The Great Urban Race is a one-of-a-kind urban adventure. Teams of two solve clues and complete challenges while navigating through the city and using public transit. It's a scavenger hunt, road race, and wandering party - all rolled into one heck of a fun day! All this, and a $10,000 Grand Prize at the Championships in Las Vegas (11/8/08)! |
| 05/03/08 21st Annual Run Through The Vineyards Distance: 5k; 10k; and 2k Location : Maurice Car'rie Vineyard and Winery 34225 Rancho CA Rd, Temecula, CA State : CA Contact : Diana Camba Phone : 951-676-0862 Fax : 951-676-2315 Website : http://www.TemeculaSunriseRotary.com Email : TSRotary5k10k@cambacorp.com Additional Info : 5K Race 7:45am 2K Kids Race 8:15am 10K Race 8:45am 2K Fun Walk 9:00am CASH Prizes (Male and Female) 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place in 5K and 10K races. |
| 5/3/2008 Run for the Trees 5K walk/run, 10K run Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA CA Mollie Hudson (510)847-2834 mhudson@urbanschool.org The money from this event will go to The Green Belt Movement. This is a student run event. |
| 5/3/2008 Fit Fest 2008 & 5k/10k Fun Run/Walk Distance: 5k & 10k Location : Los Medanos College, 2700 E. Leland Rd. (Lakeview Circle entrance), Pittsburg State : CA Contact : Sandi (festival) or Ariana (run) Phone : 925-303-2668, 925-825-8052 Fax : Website : lmchd.org Email : fitfest2008@yahoo.com Additional Info : Free Saturday run at 8 a.m. along Delta DeAnza Trail adjacent to college. Check-in at 7:30 a.m. Fit Fest 2008 ends at 5 p.m. Health and community resources, shows, demonstrations, performances, noon concert by The Floorshakers, field games, adult and child bike raffle, clown and balloons, hula hoop contests. Sponsored by Los Medanos Community Healthcare District in cooperation with other agencies, businesses and faith-based groups. |
| 5/4/08 Walt Stack 10K 10K Crissy Field Warming Hut CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Out/back course through scenic Crissy Field and Marina Green. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees are $3-5. Everyone receives a finisher ribbon, with place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 5/4/08 Workday Devil Mountain Run 5K/10K Danville- CA Diane Kotta 415-759-2690 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com Pre/post race at Restored Railroad Depot of the San Ramon Valley Museum. Run out on residential streets, back on the Iron Horse Trail. Kid's dashes follow |
| 5/9/09 XTERRA Malibu Creek Challenge Xduro Distance: 6k and 22k Location : Malibu Creek State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 5/10/2008 XTERRA Malibu Creek Challenge Xduro Distance: 4 mile and 14 mile Location : Malibu Creek State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 5/10/08 NFA Inaugural 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run Distance: 10k Location : The Block at Orange State : CA Contact : April Quinn Phone : 714-921-0150 Fax : Website : www.fmaware.org Email : shausen@fmaware.org Additional Info : In honor of National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, the NFA is hosting the Inaugural Walk of FAME 5K. The Walk of FAME will be an opportunity for people with fibromyalgia (FM) and their supporters to gather together to show solidarity, celebrate their successes, and raise public awareness of FM. The 5K walk will be held at The Block at Orange in Orange, Ca on May 10, 2008. |
| 5/10/08 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Santa Ynez Valley CA Matt Dockstader 707 933-1769 http://www.runsantaynez.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com Experience one of the countries most scenic courses as you wind through the breathtaking Santa Ynez Valley. There are plenty of photo opportunities along the way as you pass through vineyards, lavender farms, fruit orchards and Arabian horse ranches. The course finishes on Copenhagen Dr. in the Danish-themed town of Solvang. Celebrate your achievement with family and friends at the post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park. Finishers receive medal, tech shirt, goody bag and wine glass for festival. $2,500 in cash awards and wine to top 3 finishers in each category. 2-person relay also offered. Limited field, sign up in advance. |
| 5/10/08 15th Annual Human Race of Silicon Valley USATF Certified 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk Charleston/Shoreline Park (1450 Ampitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043) California Tim Tom 408-247-1126 x.327 408-247-5805 www.vcsv.us/humanrace development@vcsv.us 15th Annual Human Race Certified 10K/5K has USATF sanction #05-38-001 and certification # (CA06002TK) 10K & (CA06003TK) 5K Runs and a 5K Pledge Walk. 5K Walk course is flat and wheelchair accessible. Roller blades, scooters and strollers are welcome on Walk course. Walkers with leashed dogs have a separate course along Steven Creek outside of Shoreline Park. Make your participation really count in this 15th Annual Human Race serving Santa Clara County, San Mateo County and the greater Silicon Valley area, by collecting pledges for your favorite Community Based Non-Profit Organization or school program. Get your pledge form and additional information about the Human Race at http://www.vcsv.us/humanrace/ ***GENERAL RACE INFORMATION*** Date: Saturday, May 10, 2008 Time: Registration and Check in Begins: 7:00 AM 10K & 5K Run Start Time: 8:30 AM 5K Pledge Walk: 8:45 AM Awards Ceremony and Community Festival Location: Charleston/Shoreline Park adjacent to Google Campus 1450 Ampitheatre Parkway Mountain View, CA 94043 |
| 5/11/07 Kennedy Drive 8K 8K south side of Polo Field, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com S/F at the south side of the Polo Field in Golden Gate Park. Out/back course with some rolling hills. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees are $3-5. Everyone receives a finisher ribbon, with place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 5/11/08 24th Annual Mother's Day Run for Shelter 10k run, 5K walk/run, 1K fun run Ramsay Park, 1301 Main Street, Watsonville California Teri Handzel 831-728-5649 831-722-6177 www.pvshelter.org teri@pvshelter.org Beautiful trail through Struve Slough, awards, live entertainment and proceeds will benefit the emergency shelter for homeless women and children. |
| 05/10/2008 Family Care Network's 5th Annual Miracle Miles for Kids Distance: 10K Location : San Luis Obispo - Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier State : CA Contact : Lauren Burleson Phone : (805)781-3535 Fax : (805)201-3535 Website : http://www.fcni.org Email : lburleson@fcni.org Additional Info : The Family Care Networks 5th annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10K Walk/Run will take place on May 10th, 2008. The 10K (6.2 miles) race course runs along the waters edge from Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier, one of the most beautiful stretches of beach in California. When participants cross the finish line, they will be treated to a post-race party with live music, lunch, a diverse vendor fair, childrens activities and an award ceremony. In addition, every walker/runner will receive a goody bag filled with fun items and a 2008 Miracle Miles commemorative t-shirt! Register today at FCNI.org. The cost is $30 through May 2nd and $45 from May 3rd through race day. This event has something for everyone from the serious athlete trying to beat their personal best to moms and dads looking for something fun the whole family can enjoy. The race begins at 8:30 am and the post-race celebration runs from 9:00 am-12:30 pm. All are welcome to participate in one or both portions of this exciting event! |
| 5/17/08 City of Encinitas 5K/1K Distance: 5K/1K Location : Moonlight Beach, Encinitas State : CA Contact : City of Encinitas Phone : 760-633-2740 Fax : Website : www.encinitasrace.com Email : bcharles@ci.enicintas.ca.us Additional Info : -USA Track and Field certified and sanctioned race course -Collectable T-shirt, goodie bags, refreshments and snack for participants -Medals for all youth participants and awards in each age group |
| 5/18/2008 Playa del Run - Aquathlon with 5k Fun Run! Distance: 5k Location : Santa Monica State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 3108217898 Fax : Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. Points will be awarded for the top finishers at each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly. |
| 5/18/08 Run The Route - Mayors Run on Route 66 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, Kids Runs San Bernardino CA - Arrowhead Credit Union Park, 280 S. E Street California Mitch Assumma 909-384-5233 909-384-5160 www.sbcity.org assumma_mi@sbcity.org Flat asphalt course through historic downtown. USATF sanctioned. Commemorative t-shirts to registrants and finisher awards. Division awards 1st-3rd, 12 age divisions, male and female. Water/fruit/medical aid stations on course. Random bib drawing prizes. Health & Safety Fair. 5K start @ 8am, 10K start @ 8:30am, Kids Run start @ 8:45am. |
| 5/24/08 Ojai's Rock the Run 5k Distance: 5k Location : Ojai Valley Youth Foundation Contact : Gerardo Soria and Joe Finley (805)765-7351 Fax : Website : Email : jardo90@aol.com Additional Info : Registration starts at 8 am. Cost is $15 per person. Race starts at 9am. Prizes awarded to the top three runners. Benefits the Ojai Valley Youth Foundation. |
| 5/25/08 Mission Rock 5K 5K Third St. & Mission Rock St., San Francisco CA DSE Runners 415-978-0837 www.dserunners.com dserunclub@aol.com Flat, fast out/back course starting near AT&T Park parking lot. Register at www.active.com or race day beginning at 8am. Fees are $3-5. Everyone receives a finisher ribbon, with place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F. |
| 5/25/08 THE BURTON PICKLE MEMORIAL 5K AND 1K RUN/WALK 5K AND 1K HAWKINS BAR/ TRINITY VILLAGE CALIFORNIA PATTI GOLDMAN 310-729-5449 31-475-4060 www.theburtonpickle5k.com pagoldman@hotmail.com Race starts At 9:00am (rain or shine) SUNDAY, MAY 25, 2008 at The Hawkins Bar Fire Department Trinity Village California All proceeds benefit the fire department Online registration and race day registration |
| 5/26/08 Lake Tahoe Memorial Day 10K & 2M Run/Walks 10K & 2M Run/Walks Lake Tahoe CA Robert Mathis 775-232-7933 http://www.LakeTahoe10K.com RD@LakeTahoe10K.com Enjoy music, great Post Race BBQ lunch, and free chance to win raffle prizes. 2M & 10K Race winners receive awards and prizes. 2M and 10K entrants receive race shirts. Lake Tahoe Memorial Day Run/Walks benefits the Tahoe Rim Trail Association. Visit them at www.TahoeRimTrail.org Run or walk for a local national treasure! |
| 6/1/08 River City Run: Run with the River Distance: 5 and 10 km Location : Old Sacramento, meet at L and Front Streets near Waterfront Park State : California Contact : Kathy Ries Phone : 916-739-6705 Fax : 916-739-6705 call first Website : www.rivercityrun.org Email : director@riversityrun.org Additional Info : Free kids run at 8:15 am Everyone wins!! Start for runners 8:30 am Start for walkers 8:35 am Benefits local sustainable living projects in the community! |
| 06/08/08 27th Annual Los Angeles Frontrunners Pride Run Distance: 5K / 10K/ Ultra(5K & 10K)/ Kids Race Location : West Hollywood State : CA Contact : Angus Kennedy Phone : 818-502-5048 Fax : Website : http://www.lafrontrunners.com/PrideRun2008.html Email : LAFrontrunners@gmail.com Additional Info : 7:45 AM (5K) / 8:15 AM (10K) @ corner Robertson and Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA Pride Run 2008 marks the 27th anniversary of the LA Frontrunners Run/Walk for LGBT Pride. Proceeds from this year's race will be donated to the Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing (www.gleh.org). This year's special celebrity guest is George Takei , famous for his role as Mr. Sulu in the Star Trek franchise, and Kaito Nakamura in the hit show Heroes. Fees: $25 Adult / $20 College / $15 Seniors (60+) / $10 High School and under / Kids Run Free Registration: Online at active.com (event id: 1554216) or mail form by 6/5/08. Also register at packet pick-up or race day. Visit our website to download forms or for more info. www.lafrontrunners.com. |
| 6/8/2008 Playa del Run - Aquathlon with 5k Fun Run! Distance: 5k Location : Huntington Beach State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 3108217898 Fax : Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. Points will be awarded for the top finishers at each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly. |
| 6/8/2008 Tahoe WonderGirl 5K Event Distance: 5K Location : River View Sports Park, 12200 Joerger Dr., Truckee State : CA Contact : Jennifer Bossin Phone : 530-587-1690 Fax : Website : http://www.girlsontherunsierras.org/ Email : jennifer@girlsontherunsierras.org Additional Info : Tahoe WonderGirl 5K Event is a non-competitive family-friendly run/walk where everyone is a winner! Whether you are one of our current enthusiastic girls, a family member, friend or just a community members who wants to join us in celebrating their health for a great cause - come on out and join us on Sunday, June 8th at Truckee River View Sports Park. |
| 6/8/02 27th Los Angelers Frontrunners Pride Run Distance: 5K/10K/Ultra(5&10K)/5K Race Walk/Kids Run Location : Robertson and Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood State : CA Contact : Angus Kennedy Phone : 818 502-5048 Fax : Website : http://www.lafrontrunners.com/PrideRun2008.html Email : LAFrontrunners@gmail.com Additional Info : Sunday, June 8, 2008 7:45 AM (5K) / 8:15 AM (10K) @ corner Robertson and Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA Pride Run 2008 marks the 27th anniversary of the LA Frontrunners Run/Walk for LGBT Pride. Come join us in celebrating 27 years of running, fitness, friendship, and family! Proceeds from this year's race will be donated to the Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing (www.gleh.org). This year's special celebrity guest is George Takei of Star Trek and Heroes fame. Races: 5K & 10K Run/Walk, 5K Race Walk, Ultra Pride (5K & 10K), Kid's Race. New this year is the Ultra Pride Run, where runners race both the 5K and 10K and the lowest cumulative time is the winner. Kid's Race: 9:30am. Free! All kids get race number, medal, and goodie bag. Course: Loop ' starts on Robertson Blvd., south of Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood, right next to the Abbey Registration: Online at active.com (event id: 1554216) or mail form by 6/5/08. Also register at packet pick-up or race day. Download forms at www.lafrontrunners.com. Packet Pick-Up: Sat., 6/7, 9-11AM, Griffith Park flag pole at Jimmy Stewart Memorial across from ranger station Griffith Park/Crystal Springs Drive. Also on race morning starting at 6AM 5K & 10K Run Awards: Awards will be given to the top 3 overall males and females in both the 5K and 10K Run. Age group awards are top 3 in the following categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+ 5K Race Walk & Ultra Pride Run Awards: Awards will be given in the 5K Race Walk and Ultra Pride Run to the top 3 overall males and females. |
| 06/1/2008 Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Marathon San Diego California Elite Racing 8003111255 8584506905 www.rnrmarathon.com rnrm@eliteracing.com Running and rocking for 11 years! On June 1, 2008 rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon celebrates its’ 11th anniversary. This Southern Californian favorite features live bands on 26 stages, 2,000 energizing cheerleaders, fantastically themed water stations and a beautiful course showcasing some of San Diego’s finest landmarks. The weekend’s celebrations are kicked off with a two-day Health & Fitness Expo and conclude under the stars at a post-race headliner concert. Join the fun and celebrate the Big 11 in San Diego! |
| 6/14/08 Udder Run Distance: 2 mile/5 mile Location : 7528 Scholar Way State : CA Contact : Michele Livak Phone : 2096688319 Fax : 2096677628 Website : Hilmarchamber.com Email : mlivak@hilmar.k12.ca.us Additional Info : 8:00 a.m. - 2 mile run/walk out and back and 5 mile goes through two Jersey dairies. $17 if registered by June 3. After June 3 and race day $22. Asics cool max shirts to first 125 runners. Many divisions. Pound of Hilmar Cheese to each div. winner. Medals 1-3 each div. Overall and masters winners receive box of Hilmar Cheese. Entry includes post race refreshments and one raffle entry. Also special Father's Day raffle for all dads participating. Free Kids 10 & U fun runs at 9:10 a.m. |
| 06/14/08 Th eGreat Wild Goose Chase Distance: 10k, 2mile fun run/walk, bike race Location : Yreka Western Railroad Contact : Sean Angel Address : 300 E Miner Street City : Yreka State : CA Zip : 96097 Country : USA Phone : 800-973-5277 Fax : 530-842-4148 Website : www.yrekawesternrr.com Email : yrekawesternrr@aol.com |
| 6/21/08 Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry Run/Walkathon Distance: 5k/10k Location : Griffith Park, Los Angeles State : California Contact : Ara Agopian Phone : 562.435.4688 Fax : Website : http://www.gifttool.com/athon/AthonDetails?ID=1431&AID=319 Email : ara@abmdr.am Additional Info : Driving Directions & Parking Information: From downtown LA, take the #5 Freeway North to Griffith Park Exit and turn right at the freeway exit. From the Valley, take the Victory Blvd. exit and turn right from Victory into the park. Turn left off Victory and follow this road past the Zoo parking lot and to race parking South of the Zoo. |
| 6/21/08 The Dream Mile 2008: 5K/10K walk/run & carnival Distance: 5K/10K walk/run Location : Folsom Lake Park ( Beal's point ) State : California Contact : Vibha Phone : 9168472844 Fax : Website : http://www.dreammile.org/sacramento Email : coordinator@sacramento.vibha.org Additional Info : The Dream Mile is Vibha's annual 5K/10K Run/Walk fundraiser held in several cities across US. The Dream Mile in the Sacramento Area is being conducted for the first time with an objective of bringing together hundreds of people who have one thing in common ? the desire to make a positive difference in the lives of underprivileged children. The Dream Mile 2008 - Vibha Sacramento's 1st Annual Run/Walk promises to be a fun-filled event, with something for everyone. Join us for a day of fun under the sun: Run or walk along the Folsom Lake Park at Beals Point, play games at the Carnival, meet other runners/walkers, get to know our enthusiastic volunteers? you'll have a blast and you'll be helping a great cause at the same time! EVENT INFORMATION Race on : Saturday, June 21, 2008 Registration at : 7am Race starts at : 8 am Registration Fee : $15* ($20 on the day) FREE for children under 12 * Every registration gets a T-Shirt Venue : Folsom Lake State Park (Beals Point) 7806 Folsom-Auburn Road Folsom, CA 95630-1797 |
| 6/29/08 Sporteve 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Culver City State : CA Contact : D'Lynda Fischer Phone : 310-838-6588 Fax : 310-838-6022 Website : http://www.sporteve.com/workshops_events.html#5K Email : info@sporteve.com Additional Info : Proceeds benefit the Culver-Palms Family YMCA. |
| 7/4/08 4th of July Mammoth Lakes Freedom Mile Distance: 1 mile Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : High Sierra Striders / Andrew Kastor Phone : 760-934-3238 Fax : Website : www.highsierrastriders.com Email : Additional Info : One mile running race. Starts at 10:30 am. Starts at Minaret Road. |
| 7/5/08 4th of July Tri at Whitmore Pool in Mammoth Lakes Distance: Varies Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : High Sierra Triathlon Club Phone : 760-934-9234 Fax : Website : www.highsierratri.org Email : ilana@highsierratri.org Additional Info : This is a pool triathlon. Starting and ending at Whitmore Pool. 500y Swim, 12 mile Bike, 3 mile Run. There is also a kids course. Both runs are on trail. |
| 7/13/08 Eden Medical Center's Run to the Lake 5K/10K Castro Valley CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.edenmedcenter.org info@rhodyco.com Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com Everyone starts at Eden Medical Center and runs up to the entrance to Lake Chabot. The 5K turns back and the 10K continues into the park and runs up the West Lake Trail before turning back to the start. Kids dashes follow during the Health and Fitness Expo, and all runners receive goody bags and t-shirts. Live music, age division awards and prize drawings. |
| 7/19/2008 The Kirkwood Klimb Mountain Trail Run Distance: 10k/5k Location : Kirkwood Ski Resort State : California Contact : Trey Hudgins Phone : 916-580-8780 Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents the Kirkwood Klimb Mountain Trail Run 10k and 5k at Kirkwood Ski Resort on Saturday, July 19, 2008. Both courses will be mostly single-track with some double-track trails. The 5k trail run is ideal for all levels of trail runners. the 10k is great for intermediate and advanced runners, and both are scenic and challenging courses with some longer ascents and descents, including a summit of Thimble peak (~9700 feet on the 10k). Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive Custom shirts and Racer bags, an award ceremony with refreshments and raffle giveaways will follow the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each age-groups Category: 9 & Under, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+.The Overall Top 3 male and female athletes will receive A Complimentary Single event entry into their choice of races directed by Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports. |
| 07/19/2008 Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Fun Run Distance: 6 milies Location : Morro Bay State : California Contact : Karen Sweeny Phone : 805-772-6281 Fax : 805-772-2693 Website : www.leaguelineup.com/rock2pier Email : ksweeny@morro-bay.ca.us Additional Info : This 6 mile run is held on the hard pack sand on the beach from Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier. This event is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. This year marks the 39th annual run. The race will begin at 7:45 am. Return transportation will be provided. Medals for top three in each category and all finishers will receive a ribbon. |
| 7/20/08 Tour De Fitness Distance: Fun Walk Location : Beginning at O2 Max Fitness- 3026 Nebraska Avenue State : CA Contact : Phone : 3108671650 Fax : Website : o2maxfitness.com Email : info@o2maxfitness.com Additional Info : This is a guerilla marketing campaign designed to promote O2MAX, a fitness hub for teens that includes private workouts, and various exercise classes. A group of 30 or more participants will walk the streets of Santa Monica and other cities to promote a healthy lifestyle. All participants will receive free O2 Max gear and trial memberships. |
| 7/20/2008 Playa del Run - Aquathlon with 5k Fun Run! Distance: 5k Location : Playa del Rey State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 3108217898 Fax : Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. Points will be awarded for the top finishers at each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly. |
| 7/20/08 Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Napa California Mary-Kelly Bradwin 425-451-8455 www.ccteamchallenge.com mkbradwin@ccfa.org The Northwest Chapter of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) is looking for a group of dedicated individuals to train with Team Challenge and take part in the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon on July 20, 2008. Team Challenge is an endurance training program that trains you to run or walk a half marathon while raising funds to help find a cure for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. When you train with Team Challenge you’ll receive everything you need to cross the finish line in Sonoma California: FREE...... roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations during event weekend, race entry fees, professional training and coaching leading up to and during event weekend, health clinics that range from nutrition to proper running technique; and even fundraising tips and classes to get you on your way to meeting your fundraising goal. It's sure to be an experience you won't want to miss!! Take the challenge and change a life!!! To learn more, please visit www.ccteamchallenge and sign up to attend an information meeting near you. Recruitment for the 2008 summer season begins in March. We want YOU on our team! Please join CCFA in the fight against Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. |
| 8/2/08 Mammoth Lakes Challenge Triathlon Distance: Varies Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : Gail Pavlich Phone : 415-335-0179 Fax : Website : Email : snapevents@yahoo.com Additional Info : Sprint Challenge - 200 meter swim, 6 mile bike, 2 mile run. Mammoth Challenge - 500 meter swim, 21 mile bike, 4 mile run. Family Challenge - Sprint triathlon distances split between 3 family members. Starts at 9:00 am at Whitmore Pool. $35.00 Individual/ $45.00 Teams |
| 8/2/08 City of Hope's The Underwear Affair Distance: 10 k or 5 k Location : Los Angeles State : California Contact : CauseForce Phone : 323 822 CURE Fax : 323 843 9688 Website : www.uncoverthecure.org Email : infoLA@uncoverthecure.org Additional Info : The Underwear Affair is a 10k run/ 5k walk that funds life-saving research for cancers like prostate, colorectal, ovarian, cervical, and others that occur below the waist. Runners and walkers of all ages and athletic abilities hit the streets in everything from briefs and boxers to t-shirts and tracksuits as they raise money and awareness for this important cause and have a lot of fun. After they cross the finish line, participants dance and enjoy some well-deserved drinks at the EXPOsed afterparty! |
| 8/3/08 Free To Breathe 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Dockweiler State Beach , Playa Del Rey State : CA Contact : W2 Promotions Phone : 310-828-4123 Fax : 310-450-6159 Website : www.w2promotions.com Email : w2promo@aol.com Additional Info : Scenic flat course overlooking the Pacific ocean. Expo before, during and after event. Help raise awareness and funding to assist the fight against lung cancer! www.FreeToBreath.org |
| 8/3/2008 Mammoth Lakes Quake and Shake 10k / Half Marathon Distance: 10k / Half Marathon Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : Gail Pavlich Phone : 415-335-0179 Fax : Website : Email : snapevents@yahoo.com Additional Info : Starts at the Inyo Craters at 9:00 am. $25.00 for either race. |
| 8/10/08 25th Annual Mammoth Lakes Charthouse/Footloose 5k/10k Run & Walk Distance: 5k / 10k Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : Andrea at Footloose Sports Phone : 760-934-2400 Fax : Website : www.footloosesports.com Email : andrea@footloosesports.com Additional Info : Join us for California's highest road run and walk. |
| 8/16/08 The Northstar at Tahoe Nirvana Mountain Trail run Distance: 10k Mountain Trail Run Location : Northstar at Tahoe Ski Resort State : California Contact : Race Director Phone : 916-580-8780 Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents The Northstar at Tahoe Nirvana Mountain Trail run at Northstar at Tahoe Ski Resort on Saturday, August 16, 2008 in beautiful Lake Tahoe with great views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierras. The course will be mostly single-track with some double-track trails. The 10k course will be scenic and challenging with some long ascents and descents, including a summit climb. See Course map (RACE #3 in The Tahoe Trilogy Trail Race Series Championship race!) Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive custom shirts and Racer bags, an award ceremony with refreshments and raffle giveaways will follow the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each age-groups Category: 9 & Under, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55- 59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+. |
| 8/17/2008 Playa del Run - Aquathlon with 5k Fun Run! Distance: 5k Location : Solana Beach State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 3108217898 Fax : Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. Points will be awarded for the top finishers at each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly. |
| 8/21/08 Sunset in the Park 2.8 Mi. Run/Walk & 4.8 Mi. Run Central Park West, Huntington Beach, CA . Between Ellis & Slater/Goldenwest & Edwards. California Oscar Rosales 714-841-5417 http://www.nealand.com/finishline ojrfinish@aol.com The best in X-Country. We feature a High School Age Team Competition, Boys & Girls plus the open 2.8 & 4.8 Mile races. Call us at, 714-841-5417 or download an entry form at, www.nealand.com/finishline |
| 8/23/08 24th Annual Jet To Jetty Run/Walk /Bike Distance: 5K/10K Location : Dockweiler State Beach , Playa Del Rey State : CA Contact : W2 Promotions Phone : 310-828-4123 Fax : 310-450-6159 Website : www.w2promotions.com Email : w2promo@aol.com Additional Info : The 5K & 10K run is on a city street that parallels the beach. The Bike ride takes riders along the bike path through El Segundo, Manhatten Beach and Redondo Beach. An expo of interest to runners and their family await finishers. Win! Win! Win! Enter our special prize drawing contest for an additional $5 and win valuable prizes. Age division awards, three deep, to winners in each run. A special team division in the 5K Run. The 1st 5 to cross the finish line are scored for that team. Team awards in the 5K for the fastest team and team with the most participants. Team members check in at the team check-in table race morning to register their team. |
| 8/23/2008 The East Bay Enchantment Trail Run Distance: 5k, 10k, 9-miler Location : Lake Chabot regional Park State : California Contact : Trey Hudgins Phone : 916-580-8780 Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents The East Bay Enchantment Trail Run at Lake Chabot located in the Easy Bay hills of San Francisco. The course features scenic pavement stretches with single- and double- track trails along much of Lake Chabot. The 5k and 10K runs are an out and back course along the West Shore Trail, and the 9-miler will be a scenic and fast course mostly around the lake shore. Trail terrain may include sand, roots, rocks and mud. Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive Custom shirts and Racer bags, an award ceremony with refreshments and raffle giveaways will follow the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each 10 year age-groups: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. |
| 08/23/2008 Urban Dare Santa Monica 10k approx Santa Monica Pier CA Kevin Keefe 202 285-4510 www.urbandare.com kkeefe@urbandare.com Urban Dare is the race where smarts can beat speed. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help solving clues, and may walk, run, or take public transportation to get around. Take the dare! |
| 8/23/08 Urban Dare's Super Dare Santa Monica Beach CA Kevin Keefe 202 285-4510 http://www.urbandare.com kkeefe@urbandare.com Super Dare is a 4-day, multi-city amazing race. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help solving clues. You will wake up every day in a new city. You will use autos, trains, and planes. Take the dare! |
| 8/24/08 Mammoth Pass Triathlon Distance: Varies Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : Gail Pavlich Phone : 415-335-0179 Fax : Website : Email : snapevents@yahoo.com Additional Info : Gruelathon is 1/4 mile swim, 6 mile bike ride, 2 mile run. Grunt Teams is Gruelathon race split between 2/3 people. Grunt Family Teams is Gruelathon race split between 2/3 family members. Starts at 10:00 am at Horseshoe Lake. $35.00 individual / $55.00 teams. |
| 8/26/08 Silicon Valley Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5k. Distance: Marathon, Half, 5k, Kids fun run. Location : San Jose State : CA Contact : JT Service Phone : 415-738-8568 Fax : 530-325-7333 Website : www.svmarathon.com Email : info@svmarathon.com Additional Info : Brief Description: Official Boston qualifier designed to produce personal bests. Flat. Fast. Ideal weather. America's most convenient race. Marathon, Half-Marathon, 5K Run/Walk and Kids Races. A festive, family-oriented affair celebrating the importance of fitness for everyone. |
| 8/31/08 Run on the Sly 50K/20M/8M Fresh Pond / Pollock Pines CA Ellen Crouse 916-353-0218 www.RunSly.org/ ellencrouse@sbcglobal.net Fireroads, single track trail and the two longer races go around Jenkinson Lake. Elevation 4000' with rolling hills. Dri-release shirts for 50K/20M and 100% cotton for 8M. Great post race meal and music. Camping available. |
| 9/1/2008 Mammoth Rock Race Distance: 10k Location : Mammoth Lakes State : California Contact : High Sierra Striders Phone : 760-934-3238 Fax : Website : www.highsierrastriders.org Email : andrew@highsierrastriders.org Additional Info : 10k running race. Starts at Snowcreek Athletic Club. |
| 9/6/2008 H.O.P.E. for Cassius Bravo Distance: 5 K run & 2 mile walk Location : Clovis Rec Center State : Clovis, Ca Contact : Kristi Woods Phone : 559-237-4585 Fax : Website : www.cassiusbravofoundation.com Email : Luv2hoop24@hotmail.com |
| 9/07/08 Sunrise over Sonoma Trail Run Distance: 5 miler & 10 miler Location : Lake Sonoma State : Geyserville, CA 95441 Contact : Phone : Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents The Sunrise over Sonoma Trail Run on september 7, 2008. The race will be held at Lake Sonoma from the Liberty Glenn Campground. Lake Sonoma is located in the scenic coastal foothills of Sonoma County, California and provides rich natural diversity surrounded by world famous vineyards. The Course will feature mainly single-track Trails with Challenging climbs and descents. The course provides beautiful scenery and local attractions so plan to stay and enjoy many wonderful vineyards within a few miles following the event. Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive custom shirts and Racer bags, an award ceremony with Refreshments and raffle giveaways will follow the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each 10 year age-groups: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. The Overall Top 3 Male and female athletes will receive A Complimentary Single event entry into their choice of races directed by Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports. |
| 9/14/08 Acievable 5K For Fitness Distance: 5K Location : Avenue of the Stars, Century City State : CA Contact : W2 Promotions Phone : 310-828-4123 Fax : 310-450-6159 Website : www.w2promotions.com Email : w2promo@aol.com Additional Info : Fast 5K through the corporate canyons of Century City. Special team division awards & awards 3 deep for all age groups. Expo with food & drink. Free pancake breakfast! Proceeds benefit the Achievable Foundation's developmentally disbaled. |
| 9/14/08 Banana Chase 5K & Young Champions Races Distance: 5K Location : Kezar Stadium Golden Gate Park San Francisco State : CA Contact : info@bananachase.com Phone : 415 759-2690 Fax : 415 759-2699 Website : www.bananachase.com Email : info@bananachase.com start outside the Stadium, run around the Panhandle, into Golden Gate Park and finish inside the Stadium. The Young Champions Races follow on the track for kids ages 3-18 in age related heats. |
| 9/20/2008 Tough as Granite Ѕ marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run Ѕ marathon, 10k and 5k Granite Bay California Trey Hudgins http://www.scarsports.com info@scarsports.com Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing presents our 1st Annual Tough as Granite Ѕ marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run at Granite Bay in Folsom Lake State Recreation Area located at the Sierra-Nevada foothills. The courses feature a fun and challenging combination of mostly rolling and twisting single and double track trails. We have courses that are perfect for all levels of racers. The 5k trail run is ideal for first-time trail runners, the 10k is great for intermediate and advanced runners, and the Ѕ marathon will be a scenic and challenging course. Be sure to register early as this event is limited to only 300 total participants. Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails, GPS-measured courses, great shirt designs and goody bags, an award ceremony with refreshments, and raffle giveaways following the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each 10 year age-groups: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+ |
| 9/20/08 Urban Dare San Diego Pacific Beach CA Kevin Keefe 202 285-4510 http://www.urbandare.com kkeefe@urbandare.com Urban Dare is a 1-day amazing race. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help solving clues. Take the dare! |
| 9/20/08 Step Forward to Cure TS 10K Trail Run, 5K Run and 2 mile Fun Run/Walk Distance: 10K, 5K, 2 mile Location : Lagoon Valley Park, 4600 Pena Adobe Rd. Vacaville, CA 95687 State : CA Contact : Dena Mitchell Phone : 707-451-1559 Fax : Website : www.stepfowardtocuretsc.org Email : dmitch777@mac.com Additional Info : The 10K trail run is the first ever at Lagoon Valley, and is a challenging course with panoramic views. 2 elevation changes of 300 and 700 feet. The 5K course is flat and fast. REGISTER also at www.active.com (search "Vacaville step"). Prizes in 10K and 5K run age groups and overall, as well as shirts for all registered runners. There will be a great silent auction, raffle, music, kids activities and more! This is a national campaign initiated by the community alliances of the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance. There are over 30 events held nationwide throughout the year. TSC is a genetic disorder which causes tumors to grow in major organs such as the brain, lungs, kidney, heart and skin. It causes seizures, mental retardation, autism, behavioral disorders and other medical conditions. 1 in 6000 are born with TSC, and there are over 450 families in the Northern California area afflicted by TSC. There is no cure, and every child is different in the severity of the disorder. |
| 9/21/2008 Playa del Run - Aquathlon with 5k Fun Run! Distance: 5k Location : Malibu State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 3108217898 Fax : Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : The 6 event series has stops in some of the top cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some "friendly" competition, great beginner clinics, and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between an open water swim, or 5k run, or combine both into an Aquathlon. Points will be awarded for the top finishers at each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly. |
| 9/21/08 Banana Chase 5K/10K San Francisco CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.bananachase.com info@rhodyco.com 9/16/07 Banana Chase 5K/10K & Whole Foods Market Young Champions Races 5K/10K Kezar Stadium/Golden Gate Park CA RhodyCo Productions 415-759-2690 415-759-2699 www.bananachase.com info@bananachase.com The 5K is a PA/USATF Championship starting outside Kezar Stadium, using Golden Gate Park and finishing on the track at Kezar. All registered runners get to chase Bananas to be eligible for random prizes; the more Bananas you beat the more times you enter the drawing. T-shirts and goody bags, expo following. The 5K/10K starts at 9AM and is followed at 10:30AM by the Young Champions (ages 3-18) on the track in age defined heats from 50 Meters to 1 Mile |
| 09/27/08 Lia's Dash 5k Run/Walk 3.1 mile Run/Walk 1525 Persimmon Way Los Banos CA Maggie Ordunez 209-587-1239 mordunez@losbanosusd.k12.ca.us Lia's Dash is a 5k Run/walk for all ages. Medals will be awarded to the top 10 female and male participants. Little Lia's Dash is for kids 10 and under. All Little Lia's Dash participants receive a medal. Registration fee is $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Register on race day. |
| 9/27/08 Huntington Beach Surf n Sand 5k Distance: 5k Location : Huntington Beach Pier State : CA Contact : Kim Smith Phone : 714-658-9123 Fax : 866-921-6480 Website : www.hbsurfnsand5k.com Email : kimmyhere@verizon.net Additional Info : Enjoy a scenic evening run along the beautiful Surf City coastline. This flat and fast 5k run is great for people of all ages. Whether you come to race or come to cruise you will be sure to have a great time down on the sand. |
| 9/27/2008 The Napa Valley Stomp Distance: 1/2 marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run Location : Skyline Wilderness Park State : California Contact : Trey Hudgins Phone : Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : The course features beautiful rolling hills with climbs along oak-covered trails with great views of Napa Valley and the surrounding hills. Following the race you can visit all the Famous Vineyards of Napa.The course will be mostly single-track with some double-track trails. The 5k trail run is ideal for first-time trail runners. the 10k is great for intermediate and advanced runners, and the marathon will be a scenic and challenging course with some longer ascents and descents. Trail terrain may include roots, rocks and mud. Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive custom shirts and Racer bags, an award ceremony with refreshments and raffle giveaways will follow the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each 10 year age-groups: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. |
| 9/27/08 Urban Dare San Francisco CA Kevin Keefe 202 285-4510 http://www.urbandare.com kkeefe@urbandare.com Urban Dare is a 1-day amazing race. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help solving clues. Take the dare! |
| 9/28/08 XTERRA Pt. Mugu Xduro Distance: 11k and 18k Location : Point Mugu State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 10/4/2008 Coastwise Mile Distance: 1 Mile Location : La Jolla State : California Contact : Brennan Linder, Generic Events Phone : 3108217898 Fax : 3108217899 Website : www.coastwisemile.com Email : info@genericevent.com Additional Info : We are pleased to announce the newest event in La Jolla, the Coastwise Mile. This scenic course travels along Prospect Street through the historic La Jolla Village to Coast Blvd before a spectacular ocean view finish at Ellen Browning Scripps Park! |
| 10/04/2008 Bark for the Cure 5k Fun Run Los Angeles Griffith Park CA Brennan Linder, Generic Events 3108217898 www.barkforthecure.com info@genericevent.com Bark for the Cure is a series of 5K events taking place across the country to raise money and awareness for canine cancer research. Our first event, Bark for the Cure Los Angeles, kicks off with a 5K Fun Run/Walk and continues with a Canine Celebration immediately following the 5K. |
| 10/04/08 Urban Dare Fresno 10k approx Fresno CA Kevin Keefe 202 285-4510 www.urbandare.com kkeefe@urbandare.com Urban Dare is the race where smarts can beat speed. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. Racers are encouraged to call friends for help solving clues, and may walk, run, or take public transportation to get around. The best dare you'll ever take. |
| 10/05/2008 Miracle Mile 1Mile Run Los Angeles CA Luis Canales 310.621.8074 www.tarfest.com/run.html luis@genericevents.com Sunday, October 05, 2008 Time: 09:00 AM Venue: Los Angeles County Museum Address: 5905 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 Brief Description: This event is a 1 mile run that will be chipped time with the finish line in front of the Los Angeles County Museum in The Miracle Mile. The Start Line is one mile east of the finish line at Sycamore Ave. Every runner will receive a free event t shirt. Additional Information: Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in each division. Division will be: Elite Age group: 11-13, High School, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over. Kids 10 and under FREE Fun fun Startin at 10:30 AM Prices: Elite Runners 1 Mile Run - $10.00 Age Group 1 Mile Run - $10.00 Youth 11-18 1 Mile Run - $5.00 |
| 10/05/2008 Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon San Jose Distance: 13.1 miles Location : San Jose State : CA Contact : Elite Racing Phone : 800-311-1255 Fax : 858-450-6905 Website : www.rnrsj.com Email : rnrsj@eliteracing.com Additional Info : On October 5th we're taking it to the streets of San Jose, CA for the third annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon San Jose. Whether you're a rookie runner or seasoned veteran out for a PR, this is the race for you! The flat, fast course promises for a great experience and stellar times. With bands at every mile and themed water stations, it is bound to be a Rockin good time. Everything's Better by the Bay...Rock This Way! |
| 10/11/2008 Mount Tamalpais 1/2 marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run Distance: Half-marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run Location : Mt. Tamalpais State Park State : California Contact : Trey Hudgins Phone : 916-580-8780 Fax : Website : http://scarsports.com/mount_tamalpais Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing presents the Mount Tamalpais 1/2 marathon, 10k and 5k Trail Run at Mount Tamalpais State Park. The course features beautiful rolling trails with unmatched spectacular views of the Pacific Coast and Bay Area. We have several course distances for all levels of athletes. Register early as this event allows a limited number of participants. Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails, GPS-measured courses, great shirt designs and goody bags, an award ceremony with snacks and refreshments, and quality raffle giveaways following the event. Awards will be given to the top three athletes in each 10 year age-groups: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+ |
| 10/12/2008 Run for Your Lives 5k/10k UC Davis Campus, One Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616 CA (530)752-6741 www.runforyourlives.ucdavis.edu runforyourlives@ucdavis.edu Our health as individuals is inextricably tied to the health of our environment. Our goal is to educate the public about the importance of heart health to our body’s well being and the importance of trees to the well being of our environment, the University of California, Davis presents Run for Your Lives- a 5k and 10k run/walk to benefit your health and the environment. |
| 10/18/2008 Walk Across America - Benefiting Miller Children's Hospital 3 Miles California State University, Long Beach California Jennifer Moore (562) 933-1670 www.togetherforkids.org jmoore3@memorialcare.org Be a part of a worthwhile cause on October 18, 2008. Whether you participate, volunteer or donate, you have the ability to impact the lives of children. With perfect weather and a premier location, California State University, Long Beach is an ideal venue for this great event. Walkers will begin their 3 mile walk on the track located next to the famous Walter Pyramid and loop around the picturesque campus. Invite your friends, family and neighbors to help make a difference! Walk Information - Schedule of events: 8:00 a.m. Registration Opens 9:00 a.m. Walk Begins 10:00 a.m. Post walk celebration |
| 10/25/08 Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 Miles Location : Healdsburg State : CA Contact : Matt Dockstader Phone : 707-933-1769 Fax : Website : www.destinationraces.com Email : matt@destinationraces.com Additional Info : Destination Races presents its newest jewel, the Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon. A spectacular 13.1 mile course curves through the beautiful Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys at the end of harvest when the vineyards are vibrant with fall colors. This festive event is patterned in part after the Marathon du Medoc in France and occurs on Halloween weekend. Teams of costumed runners will travel to this dynamic wine region to experience the ultimate destination running experience, unlike any other in this country. Your journey starts at the magnificent Rosso & Bianco Winery, Presented by Francis Ford Coppola, and finishes at Warm Springs recreation area next to Lake Sonoma for the popular Wine & Music Festival. Following the post-race festival the annual doggie costume parade and Kids Pumpkin Run will be held in Healdsburg's historic Town Plaza. Half-Marathon participants are encouraged to bring their kids to watch the festivities, visit local restaurants, shops and tasting rooms. |
| 10/25/08 Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 Miles Location : Healdsburg State : CA Contact : Matt Dockstader Phone : 707-933-1769 Fax : Website : Http://www.runhealdsburg.com Email : Matt@destinationraces.com Additional Info : Destination Races presents its newest jewel, the Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon. A spectacular 13.1 mile course curves through the beautiful Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys at the end of harvest when the vineyards are vibrant with fall colors. This festive event is patterned in part after the Marathon du Medoc in France and occurs on Halloween weekend. Teams of costumed runners will travel to this dynamic wine region to experience the ultimate destination running experience, unlike any other in this country. Your journey starts at the magnificent Rosso & Bianco Winery, Presented by Francis Ford Coppola, and finishes at Warm Springs recreation area next to Lake Sonoma for the popular Wine & Music Festival. Following the post-race festival the annual doggie costume parade and Kids Pumpkin Run will be held in Healdsburg's historic Town Plaza. Half-Marathon participants are encouraged to bring their kids to watch the festivities, visit local restaurants, shops and tasting rooms. |
| 10/26/2008 The 3rd Annual Race For The Rescues! 5k & kids 1 mile Rose Bowl Stadium, Area H, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103. The Rose Bowl is off the 210 Freeway. California Lisa Young (323) 899-5640 (818) 301-3180 www.racefortherescues.org www.therescuetrain.org Race For The Rescues is A 5K Run/Walk (dogs welcome!) or Kids 1 Mile Race to benefit: A Dog's Life Rescue, Angels In Fur, Animal Alliance, Best Friends Animal Society, Four Legged Friends Foundation, Molly’s Mutts & Meows & The Rescue Train. Each year these 7 non-profit animal rescues save, house, give medical treatment and find loving homes for approximately 1500 once-forgotten animals. In the spirit of the Halloween weekend, we encourage you and your dog to run or walk as your favorite animal or inspiration! Every Racer gets an official Race For The Rescues T-Shirt! Prizes for race winners and top fundraisers! GRAND PRIZE FOR TOP FUNDRAISER TBA! Dog and Cat adoptions being held for Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA LA Animal Services Halloween Rescue Review Sponsored by Jax & Bones Post Race Activities include: ~Walk of Paws Celebrity Art Auction! ~Awards ceremony and prizes for fastest Racers in their age category ~ Dog training demonstration by Julie Iles, voted LA’s #1 Dog Top Trainer! ~Face Painting For The Kids! ~Pet Psychic ~Give Aways ~Unique Vendors and Pet Products ~ Fun things for Kids! AND MORE TBA! |
| 10/26/08 WineCountry Marathon and Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 mile & 26.2 mile Location : HEALDSBURG CA. State : ca Contact : Brad Illing Phone : 707-888-6256 Fax : Website : www.eventswithsole.com Email : brad@eventswithsole.com Additional Info : Starts in downtown Healdsburg. This epic events runs past miles of vineyards and dozens of wineries. Prepare yourself for a gently rolling course, great scenery and a party at the finish. |
| 10/18/08 The Great Urban Race San Diego Varies Visit www.greaturbanrace.com for details California Joe - info@greaturbanrace.com 800.487.6817 www.greaturbanrace.com info@greaturbanrace.com The Great Urban Race is a one-of-a-kind urban adventure. Teams of two solve clues and complete challenges while navigating through the city and using public transit. It's a scavenger hunt, road race, and wandering party - all rolled into one heck of a fun day! All this, and a $10,000 Grand Prize at the Championships in Las Vegas! |
| 10/19/08 Saint John's Santa Monica 5000 Distance: 5k and 10k Location : Santa Monica State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.santamonica5000.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 5k and 10k courses feature some great ocean views, and a great post-event party on the Santa Monica Pier, all in the heart of Santa Monica. |
| 10/25/08 XTERRA Boney Mountain Xduro Distance: 6k and 21k Location : Point Mugu State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 11/01/08 SkirtChaser Race Series Distance: 5K Location : Culver CIty State : California www.SkirtChaser5k.com Email : Additional Info : 5k road race and block party where women start first and men, "Skirt Chasers," start 3 min later. |
| 11/02/2008 EcoFest 5k Trail Running Series 5k Lake Casitas, Ventura CA Luis Canales or Beth Fong 310.944.4200 http://www.socalcross.com/ecofest luis@tripenguin.com or bkinla27@gmail.com So Cal Cyclocross is pleased to announce their new 5k trail running series. These races will take place before the cyclocross racers take to the course, allowing you an extreme running experience. Each course features grass, trail and pavement combined trails, allowing you to find your footing in a new way! The Ecofest series is proud to be GOING GREEN in becoming a ecofriendly race environment. The different events in the series take place at different locations in and around the LA area. In addition, this provides you with a great opportunity to check out the exciting world of cyclocross. Demo bikes are available on site for those who dare to give this exhilarating sport a try after their 5k run! This first event takes place at Lake Casitas in Ventura on Sunday Nov. 2. Visit http://www.socalcross.com/ecofest for more information and to register. Volunteer opportunities are also available: contact luis@tripenguin.com for volunteering! |
| 11/08/2008 Catalina Island Triathlon Catalina Island CA Kylee Belflower 714.978.1528 www.pacificsportsllc.com kylee@pacificsportsllc.com Athletes finish off the season with this challenging sprint triathlon. Out-and-back swim in the calm blue waters of Avalon Bay. The bike course is through the heart of Avalon and past the golf course towards Wrigley Memorial. The beautiful 3 mile run out and back course past the Casino and up St. Catherine Way Towards Hamilton Cove. |
| 11/08/2008 EcoFest 5k Trail Run Series: Hansen Dam 5k Hansen Dam, Los Angeles CA Luis Canales 3106218074 http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1649643. luis@tripenguin.com |
| 11/9/2008 Run Thru Roseville Marathon, Half Marathon, 5k, Dog Walk Roseville Sports Complex California Seven Seas Industries 530-346-7170 http://runthruroseville.com webmaster@runthruroseville.com Working with the city of Roseville we are planning the safest possible course. The entire event will revolve around the "For The Health Of It Expo" at the Roseville Sports Complex. The start and finish will be at the convention center allowing spectators plenty to do while waiting. Working with the city of Roseville we are planning the safest possible course. |
| 11/09/08 World Run Day - For California Runners Create your own course and distance Every City & Town in California California Bill McDermott 516 208-7030 http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1641120 runday2008@yahoo.com www.runday.com |
| 11/11/08 City of Porterville Veteran's Day Run 10K, 5K, and 5K Walk Start/Finish Down Town Porterville California Heritage Center 559-791-7695 www.ci.porterville.ca.us tbowles@ci.porterville.ca.us Race begins at 7:00am. Open to ALL ages. Prizes to top three finishers in every division, and overall male and female prize. FREE fun run for the kids, and every participant will recieve a t-shirt. Runners:$15 pre-registered, $18 day of race Walkers: $10 dollars pre-registered, $13 day of race |
| 11/15/2008 Alpha Phi 5K Charity Event 5 K U.C. Berkeley Campus, Berkeley CA Kelly Meadows kmeadows86@gmail.com This will be a fun, short race through the U.C. Berkeley campus and all proceeds will be donated to American Heart Association. |
| 11/15/08 Run The River Marathon & UltraMarathon Run & Relay Distance: Marathon and 50k Location : Folsom to Sacramento State : California Contact : Trey Hudgins Phone : Fax : Website : www.scarsports.com Email : info@scarsports.com Additional Info : Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents the inaugural Run the River Marathon & Ultramarathon Run & Team Relay on November 15, 2008. Both courses will follow the 'Jewel of Sacramento," the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail/American River Parkway. The Marathon will begin at Negro Bar in Folsom and the ultra-marathon will begin at Beals Point in Granite Bay, following the scenic bike trail to Discovery Park at the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers. This is the most ideal marathon or ultra-marathon course. No Traffic, No Cars, Beautiful Scenery and a relaxed Environment! Both courses are on the American River Parkway ' an area rich in diversity and wildlife which follows along the American River, which is part of the National Wild and Scenic River System. Both courses lose elevation, and The ultra-Marathon (31.5 miles) has a net loss of approximately 450 feet in elevation over the length of the route (see elevation chart). Both State and County Parks provide excellent facilities along the pathway including water and restrooms (In addition to facilities and aid we provide). Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive medals, Custom shirts and racer bags, an award ceremony with dinner and raffle giveaways will also follow the event. Solo awards will be given to the top three athletes in 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. The relay includes three divisions: all female, all male, and coed (must have at least one female). Team awards will be given to the top athletes in each category. The overall top 3 Male and female athletes will receive A Complimentary Single event entry into their choice of races directed by Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports. |
| 11/22/08 XTERRA Topanga Canyon Turkey Trot Distance: 5k, 10k and 15k Location : Topanga State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 11/23/08 EcoFest 5k Trail Run Series: Race #3 5k Irvine Lake Park, Orange CA Luis Canales 310.621.8074 www.socalcross.com/ecofest luis@tripenguin.com |
| 11/23/08 Heroes of Hope Race for Research 5k/10k run/walk & kid's fun run Dockweiler State Beach, 8255 Vista Del Mar Blvd, Playa Del Rey California Lisa (703) 729-9897 http://www.tbkf.org/run.htm DNL1231@aol.com Proceeds benefit brain tumor research at the UCLA Department of Neurosurgery. The event is sponsored by the nonprofit Brad Kaminsky Foundation for Brain Tumor Research, which was established by the family of Brad Kaminsky in 2000 after he was diagnosed with a glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor. |
| 11/27/08 O'side Turkey Trot Distance: 5K, Kids Race Location : 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside State : CA Contact : Kinane Events Phone : 760-434-1587 Fax : 760-434-1587 Website : http://www.osideturkeytrot.com Email : info@kinaneevents.com Additional Info : Event Name: O'side Turkey Trot Event Date: November 27rd, 2008 Event Time: 6:00AM Registration 7:15 AM Open 5K* 8:15 AM Locals Only 5K* 9:15 AM Kids Race 9:30 AM Kids Race 9:45 AM Kids Race City: Oceanside State: CA Event Location (e.g., Address or crossroads): Oceanside Civic Center to Oceanside Pier Event Address: 330 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054 Event Phone Number (for questions): 760-434-1587 Event Website: www.osideturkeytrot.com, www.kinaneevents.com General Event Information (any unique details): Move your Feet Before you Eat! Cruise the coast in Downtown Oceanside on Thanksgiving morning. Course runs on beachfront property! Distance(s): 5K & Kids Fun Run Proceeds Benefit: Oceanside Public Schools and the Virginia Ann Scheunemann Foundation Sponsors: Fitness Together, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, Phillips Abbey Carpet, Homelife Village Realtors, The Brighter Side, Restaurant 333, North County Times, Chipotle Restaurant, Mary's Restaurant and More! Event Features: Fitness Together will be hosting 8-week training programs at various locations throughout North County. See website for details. |
| 11/29/2008 Copperopolis Holiday Run 1M, 5K, 10K Copperopolis CA sue funkey 209-736-2216 runcopper@gmail.com Come to the NEW Copperopolis Town Square for an easy out and back run down Little John Rd. This benefits the Deputy Sherrifs Association of Calaveras County, so come have a leasurely run and help out our cops! Their good guys, you'll be running with them! Its also Merchants Day in Copperopolis. Come learn about our area and why we love it so much! |
| 11/30/2008 Thanksgiving Run and Walk Against Hunger 5K / 10K / Kids' 1/4 mile 404 W. Fremont St. Stockton CA Ralph Womack 209-639-6572 www.runagainsthunger.org ralph.womack@gmail.com Fundraiser for the Emergency Food Bank Of Stockton / San Joaquin. Run starts at the new downtown arena, circles the waterfront and finishes inside the ballpark at homeplate. Bring non perishable foods and paper and plastic bags for the foodbank. Have a great time in the family event. |
| 11/30/08 Run Wild For A Child Distance: 5K, 10K Location : Golden Gate Park :8th Ave & JFK, San Francisco State : CA Contact : RhodyCo Productions Phone : 415 759-2690 Fax : 415 759-2699 Website : www.rhodyco.com Email : info@rhodyco.com Additional Info : Traditional Thanksgiving weekend run--24th Annual. Costume contest in the 5K--run as your favorite childhood toy and support the San Francisco Fire Fighters Toy Program. Long sleeve t-shirt with race logo and goodie bag to all registered runners. Music, post-race expo in the Music Concourse. |
| 12/06/08 Toys for Tots Holiday Fun Run 5k Race, 2 mile Walk/Run Woodward Park 7775 Friant Road Fresno, CA 93720 California Jennifer McClure 559-292-1981 ext.2030 jmcclure@pelco.com Pelco's Toys for Tots Holiday Fun Run is in effort to continue to support our U.S. Marine Corps for the Toys for Tots program. There will be live holiday music, local vendors, free food, a costume contest, a 1/4 mile kiddie race with Santa, and trophies for the 5K race winners. All participants will receive an event t-shirt and goodie bag. Pelco invites all runners, families, students, business, and community organizations to get together for this great cause. |
| 12/7/2008 EcoFest 5k Trail Run Series: Race 4 5k Pelona Vista Park, Palmdale CA Luis Canales 310.621.8074 www.socalcross.com/ecofest luis@tripenguin.com So Cal Cyclocross is pleased to announce their new 5k trail running series. These races will take place before the cyclocross racers take to the course, allowing you an extreme running experience. Each course features grass, trail and pavement combined trails, allowing you to find your footing in a new way! The Ecofest series is proud to be GOING GREEN in becoming a ecofriendly race environment. The different events in the series take place at different locations in and around the LA area. In addition, this provides you with a great opportunity to check out the exciting world of cyclocross. Demo bikes are availible on site for those who dare to give this exhilarating sport a try after their 5k run! This event will be taking place at Pelona Vista Park in Palmdale, CA. Visit http://www.socalcross.com/ecofest for more information. To register, please visit http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1649649 Volunteer opportunities are also available: contact luis@tripenguin.com for volunteering! |
| 12/13/2008 Rose Bowl Half Marathon Pasadena CA Kylee Belflower 714.978.1528 714.978.1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com kylee@pacificsportsllc.com The Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K will be the only event of its kind in the Pasadena area and promises to draw participants from all over the Southern California community. By staging the race around the internationally renowned Rose Bowl, the event can present itself as a destination race that will offer participants a chance to experience the history and passion for sports that is associated with the Rose Bowl. This event will be a half marathon road and trail run through the Arroyo Seco. The race starts and finishes at the historic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena. A 5K distance is also offered. Estimated Participants: 2,000 |
| 12/14/08 XTERRA Crystal Cove Trail Run Distance: 5k and 15k Location : Crystal Cove State Park State : CA Contact : Brennan Lindner Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 310-821-7899 Website : www.trailrace.com Email : info@genericevents.com Additional Info : All the events feature a shorter run for beginners/sprinters and a longer course for more endurance-oriented athletes. The 7 event series has stops at some of the top trails and mountain ranges in Southern California. Points are awarded for the top finishers in each age group for the longer distance events. At the end of the season, the top point finishers will earn a berth to the National Championships in Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| 12/21/2008 EcoFest 5K Trail Run Series: Race 5 (FINALS) 5k Pierce College, Woodland Hills CA Luis Canales 310.621.8074 www.socalcross.com/ecofest luis@tripenguin.com Visit http://www.socalcross.com/ecofest for more information. To register, please visit http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1649651 Volunteer opportunities are also available: contact luis@tripenguin.com for volunteering! |
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