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Northern California & Nevada Events


August

8/28 Flying 5K, 10K Run/Walk: South Lake Tahoe. 5k run as part of the "Lake In The Sky Airshow". Then stay for the Biggest Little Airshow West of the Mississippi. Medals for the top winners with t-shirts for all paid entrants. Kids fun run to follow. Course starts and end on the taxi way most of the course meanders on trails and through meadows along the Lower Truckee River and meadows. For more info go to www.flying5k.com

8/29 Salt Point Trail Run: Salt Point State Park, near Jenner. 9 Km, 15 Km, 26 Km & 50 Km. Aid stations every 8 - 9 km. stocked w/fresh fruit, salty snacks, assorted candy, boiled potatoes and salt, water, and sports drink. If you would like to be sure that you have Clif product, SaltStick capsules, or any other specific item at the event, you should carry it with you. Additionally, it is highly recommended that runners carry at least 20 oz. of water between aid stations. Pre-reg.: 9 Km, $30; 15 Km, $35; 26 Km - $40; 50 km, $55, by 8/22. Add $5 to each reg. after; & $15 on the day of the event (if not sold out). For more info, go to www.pctrailruns.com

September

9/4 10K on the Bay: Hayward. Run or walk along the Bay Trail and enjoy breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay-Estuary. Both races are on a gravel/packed dirt trail and as flat as it gets along the beautiful shoreline. There will be prizes for the first-place winners (male and female) of each race and ribbons for each age group winners. Walkers are welcomed (and encouraged to participate!) but unfortunately dogs cannot be allowed. For more info, go to www.10KontheBay.org

9/6 Pescadero 5K, 10K run/walk: Also, free 1-2 mi. kids run. Native Son's Hall. Flat out-and-back course. Pre-reg.: $20 by 9/6; $25, race day. Fee includes t-shirt & age division awards. The start site is located 14 mi. south of Half Moon Bay. For more info, contact Sky High Events, 4967 Santa Rita Rd. El Sobrante, 94803; (510) 223-5778

9/6 Golden Valley Harriers Running Club Labor Day Race: Davis Commons Shopping Ctr, Davis. 5K, 10K races & 1K kid's race. The course winds through flat & fast greenbelts and bike paths around Davis. For more info, go to goldenvalleyharriers.org

9/18 Back to School Scholarship Run: Shadow Cliffs Regional Park, Pleasanton. A 5K, 10K loop along scenic fireroad trails. Pre-reg.: $30 by 9/15; $35 day of the event. 1-Mi. Kids run, $5 by 9/15; $7, day of. Fee includes the famous monster goodie bag, prizes, t-shirt, refreshments, awards. For more info, contact On Your Mark Events, (209) 795-7832 or go to www.OnYourMarkEvents.com

9/25 Salmon Run: 5K/10K and FREE Kids 1/2-Mile Fun Run. Riverbend Park, Oroville. Follow the Salmon on their upstream journey on the undulating terrain of the Feather River Trail from Riverbend Park towards the Fish Hatchery. Course is closed to traffic and paved except a small portion of the 10k course. USATF-sanctioned. Awards 3 deep in 10-year age groups, post race food and drinks. Upgrade to a technical tee for $10. All participants in the Kid's Fun Run will receive a finisher's ribbon. Kid's shirts will be available for sale on race day. For more info, contact Julie Healy, Under the Sun Events, (530) 370-2647 or julie@underthesunevents.org, www.underthesunevents.org

9/25 Fall Showdown: El Sobrante. 5K, 10K, 1/2 marathon. All the courses are out-and-back. The half marathon has 30% pavement (the rest on trails), with loads of scenery. Start site is located on Old San Pablo Dam Rd. It runs parallel with the entire Watershed area known as the San Pablo Reservoir. For more info, go to Wolf Pack Events, www.wolfpackevents.com

9/26 Trailblazer Race: Stevens Creek Trail, Mountain View. 5K, 10K, USATF-certified run; 5K trail walk. Reg.: $25, by 9/23; day of, $30. The start site is located at 1065 La Avenida Ave. For more info, go to stevenscreektrail.org

9/26 The 15th Annual Lake Tahoe Marathon: Marathon, 20 Miler, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Runs. Marathon relays for 2 or 5 person teams. Also, ultra events that include: Tahoe Triple Marathon, 72 Mile Ultra, Tahoe Super Triple (26.2 + 26.2 + 72.2), Tahoe Double Dare ( 2 x 72miles). Fee includes Wind Shirts and finishers medal for all participants. Food provided after the runs at Pope Beach. Awards and license plate holders for time achievements met. A purse for the marathon, half marathon and triple marathon. Reg. open through 9/20 online. For more info, contact Les Wright, (530) 544-7095 or email leswright@sbcglobal.net, www.LakeTahoeMarathon.com/Bike.htm

Southern California & Nevada Events


September

9/4 5th Annual Kevin Cook Spirit 5K run & walk: Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley. Course is mostly paved walkways, some grass, mostly flat with a few small dips. NOT wheelchair accessible. Event will occur rain or shine. Team discounts available! $100 Cash prize to overall M & F winners. Start on Euclid, between Edinger & Warner. Street parking free along Edinger, Euclid, Warner & Brookhurst. Mile Square charges $5/car parking. For more info, go to www.kevincookspiritrun.com

9/4-6 The Ultimate Relay: Santa Barbara to San Diego. 220 mi. of running & swimming! Each participant will be responsible for about a 17 mi. run and a 1 mi. swim with a buddy. This is broken up so that you will have a constant activity level. The start site is located at East Beach, 1118 East Cabrillo Blvd. For more info, go to www.sunburntathletics.com

9/11 2nd Annual ONE TOUGH Run For Hope 10K: Upland. A moderate-to-difficult timed trail run on historic Euclid Ave. benefiting Steven's Hope for Children. Rain or shine, Open to ages 10 & up, fee includes pancake breakfast. www.onetoughrun.org

9/12 Women's Health Walk/Run for Awareness & Hope: CBS Studio Center, Studio City. 10K/5K run, 5K/1 mile walk & Kiddie K. The start site is located at 4024 Redford Ave. For more info, go to Proceeds benefit funds for education & research in California for Ovarian Cancer. www.OvarianCancerCalifornia.com

9/12 Santa Monica 5000: 5K, 10K, 2.7K Dash for kids, Elite West Coast Invitational. The race start is where Ocean Park Blvd. hits the beach! A benefit for St. John's Health Center. Features Post Event Party at the Pier, Awards to top 3 each Age Group, Cash Prizes to top 3 overall finishers, kids runs, youth runs, baby joggers. Whether you're a collegiate sprinter or a new mom, this event will challenge everyone. www.santamonica5000.com

9/18 Walk for the Beach: Seal Beach. 2.25 mi. $25 Entry fee includes: Yoga session to 1st 100, free parking, t-shirt, water. The start site is located at 15 1st Street. For more info, go to www.saveourbeach.org

9/19 9th Annual KICKIN' CANCER!: Los Angeles. 5K Walk/Run. Family-friendly event featuring a Women's healthcare expo, individual/team fundraising prizes, kiddie fun run, bounce house, t-shirt coloring contest, & more! Enter promo code "larunner" for $5 discount when you reg. at: www.kickincancer.com

9/25 6th Annual Megan Savage Memorial Run For A Cure: McCarthy Park, Upland. 5K Run/Walk, 1K Kids Fun Run. All proceeds to benefit local childhood cancer patients & their families and fund pediatric cancer research. T-shirt/goody bag with registration. Medals to overall male/female in the top 3 age group medals. Top 5 fundraisers receive prizes. Live butterfly release. For more info, go to www.meganswings.org

9/25 Malibu Canyon Dirt Dash: 5K/10K trail runs, 5K mud run and kids runs. Scenic run (5k or 10k) on the trails around Malibu Creek State Park, and 5K Mud Run (with rope climbs, swings, bridge crossings and mud pit). Event is limited to 1000 participants, so enter early! www.malibudirtdash.com

9/26 Alive & Running 5K Walk/Run for Suicide Prevention: Los Angeles. Proceeds benefit the Didi Hirsch's Suicide Prevention Center. Health & Fitness Expo, USAT&F certified fast and flat course, chip timing. The start site is located North of LAX at W. 88th Street & La Tijera Blvd. www.aliveandrunning.org

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