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1 quick facts Bobbi Olson Half Marathon

3.0/5 (679 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85728
13.10 mi, December 4, 2005, Filed Under: Running
Tucson is a beautiful place to run, the air is fresh and clean. I would recommend staying in Host Hotel Hilton El Conquistador or the Holiday Inn Express. There is Bus service from those hotels direc ...
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2 quick facts Teton Dam Marathon

3.5/5 (634 votes)
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
26.20 mi, June 14, 2008, Filed Under: Running
EARLY REGISTRATION January 1 – May 31 at 11:59 p.m. LATE REGISTRATION June 1 – June 11 at 11:59 p.m. ($10 late fee applied to entry fee) RUNNER LIMITS PER RACE ONLY 1,500 RUNNERS WILL BE ...
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3 quick facts Cardiac Arete

3.0/5 (600 votes)
Boulder, Colorado 80304
1.40 mi, October 25, 2003, Filed Under: Running
The Cardiac Ar?te is the first athletic event of any kind to be officially sanctioned on Boulder Open Space Mountain Parks property. It is designed to be a two stage event with a mandatory trail reco ...
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4 quick facts Eldorado Springs Cure

3.0/5 (590 votes)
Eldorado Springs, Colorado 80025
4.00 mi, August 11, 2005, Filed Under: Running
4 mile benefit run for the Colorado Cancer Foundation in beautiful Eldorado Springs and part of the Boulder County 5 Race series! Join us!Broadway south (turns into Highway 93) to Eldorad ...
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5 quick facts Saguaro National Park Labor Day 8m Run

2.7/5 (559 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85730
8.00 mi, September 5, 2005, Filed Under: Running
35th Annual event - oldest race in Arizona. Beautiful unique, challenging race in the unique setting of a national park. Paved road park loop (closed to traffic) over rolling hills with one major hill ...
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6 quick facts Napa Valley Wine Country Classic Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K

3.1/5 (542 votes)
Calistoga, California 94515
26.00 mi, October 28, 2006, Filed Under: Running
JOIN US IN THE WINE COUNTRY! Babbling streams will be your soundtrack as you challenge yourself on the lush singletrack within Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. This state park is a local tr ...
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7 quick facts Mount Evans Ascent

2.9/5 (542 votes)
Idaho Springs, Colorado 80452
14.50 mi, June 18, 2005, Filed Under: Running
This is the perfect race for the runner who seeks the speed of the road and the beauty of the mountain wilderness that one would normally only find on a trail. Claiming to be (and quite possibly true) ...
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8 quick facts Luna Women's 8k

2.9/5 (536 votes)
Denver, Colorado 80202
4.97 km, June 12, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The spirit of inclusive participation is the driving factor in the Luna Women's 8K. We have created a unique opportunity for a fast 8-kilometer course that goes right through downtown Denver. Our goal ...
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9 quick facts Denver Gorilla Run

2.9/5 (503 votes)
Denver, Colorado 80218
7.00 km, October 23, 2004, Filed Under: Running
The Denver Gorilla Run is a charity fun run with a difference. Everyone who takes part wears a full gorilla costume - from fluffy head to furry toe - to raise funds for the Mountain Gorilla Conservati ...
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10 quick facts Gobbler Hobbler

2.8/5 (475 votes)
Oswego, Illinois 60543
10.00 km, November 9, 2008, Filed Under: Running
USATF certified course winds through quiet neighborhoods before connecting to the Waubonsie Trail. Long sleeved three color T-shirt, turkey trophies, and place ribbons. Snacks and friendly volunteers ...
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11 quick facts Lighthouse - City YMCA 5k Run - Walk

3.2/5 (447 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85712
5.00 km, February 19, 2006, Filed Under: Running
The YMCA is dedicated to building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. Proceeds will go towards our Changing Lives campaign; geared towards funding scholarships to serve youth/famili ...
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12 quick facts Tresspass Trail Challenge 10 Mile

2.9/5 (440 votes)
Nederland, Colorado 80466
10.00 mi, July 10, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The second annual Trespass Trail Challenge, organized by the Boulder Running Company, is set for Sunday, July 11, 2004 at 8 a.m. at the Nederland Elementary School in Nederland, CO. The challenging 10 ...
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13 quick facts Children's Museum in Easton Road Race and Walk

3.0/5 (437 votes)
North Easton, Massachusetts 02356
5.00 mi, June 15, 2008, Filed Under: Running
![Father's Day Road Race](http://www.charityadvantage.com/ChildrensmuseumEaston/images/Race2004godadgosmall.jpg)Whether you choose to walk or run, the course takes you through a scenic gently looping ...
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14 quick facts Autumn Classic

3.7/5 (435 votes)
Village of Palmetto Bay, Florida 33157
5.00 mi, October 7, 2006, Filed Under: Running
Five Mile Run or 5K Walk through Palmetto Bay, FL. Start and finish at Palmer Trinity School. Awards for 5 mile run, Top 3 overall male/female, top master make/female, Top 3 male/fem ...
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15 quick facts Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up

3.0/5 (408 votes)
Lawrence, Kansas 66044
0.00 mi, September 22, 2007, Filed Under: Climbing, Cycling, Hiking, Horseback, Running
I want to invite you and all your friends to climb, walk, hike, ride, or run up any hill, mountain, rock, staircase, or wall of your choice on September 22 or 23, 2007 to raise funds and awareness for ...
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16 quick facts Lost Dutchman Marathon

2.9/5 (398 votes)
Apache Junction, Arizona 85220
26.20 mi, January 16, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The marathon starts a half mile south of the Peralta Trailhead on Peralta Road. The first six miles are on a well-maintained, unpaved road through beautiful desert vistas. The seventh mile of Peralta ...
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17 quick facts Cherry Creek Sneak

2.9/5 (391 votes)
Denver, Colorado 80206
5.00 mi, April 24, 2005, Filed Under: Running
Choose your CHALLENGE - the nation's largest 5-mile race is Sunday, April 24 starting at 8 a.m. There's something for everyone. With six different events from which to choose, every age and fitness le ...
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18 quick facts The Peachtree Road Race 10k

2.4/5 (390 votes)
Atlanta, Georgia 30305
10.00 km, July 4, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The Peachtree Road Race 10K is an annual tradition that takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 4th. The entry form for 2005 will be published in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution newspaper on March 2 ...
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19 quick facts Little Rock Marathon

3.3/5 (379 votes)
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
26.20 mi, March 2, 2008, Filed Under: Running
We know why you run! It's the medal. Home of the "world's largest fininsher's medal" - according to "Runner's World". The Little Rock Marathon and companion races are a running and walking tour ...
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20 quick facts Tanque Verde Tech Trek

2.7/5 (376 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85749
10.00 km, March 25, 2006, Filed Under: Running
The Tanque Verde Schools Educational Enrichment Foundation is a local non-profit organization within the Tanque Verde School District. Our Foundation?s goal is to enhance the education provided to th ...
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21 quick facts Lighthosue - City YMCA 5k Run - Walk

2.8/5 (358 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85712
5.00 km, February 19, 2006, Filed Under: Running
This flat race course will begin and end at McCormick Park. Run will head north to the Rillito River, becoming a spacious soft dirt trail offering a scenic run/walk. Fun run is open to dog walkers, w ...
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22 quick facts Bolinas Ridge Wild Boar Run 10K and 18K

3.7/5 (355 votes)
Mill Valley, California 94941
18.00 km, May 13, 2006, Filed Under: Running
JOIN US HIGH ATOP MT. TAMALPAIS! It doesn't get much better than this coastal ridge trail run. Enjoy the rolling singletrack high up on Mt. Tam with views of the Pacific Ocean below. The ...
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23 quick facts Rock Hill 5k Challenge

3.2/5 (349 votes)
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29672
5.00 km, May 13, 2006, Filed Under: Running
USATF Certified (SC99009BS)on paved streets and bike paths. The race will begin on College Ave near the student center of Whinthrop University.Traveling south from Charlotte on Interstate ...
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24 quick facts Fort-4-Fitness Half Marathon

2.8/5 (341 votes)
Fort Wayne, Indiana
13.10 mi, September 27, 2008, Filed Under: Running
The Fort-4-Fitness certified Half Marathon begins at 7:30 Saturday morning, September 27, 2008. Runners will start in beautiful Freimann Square in downtown Fort Wayne just as the leaves are changing t ...
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25 quick facts Tresspass Trail Challenge 5 Mile

3.1/5 (329 votes)
Nederland, Colorado 80466
5.00 mi, July 10, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The second annual Trespass Trail Challenge, organized by the Boulder Running Company, is set for Sunday, July 11, 2004 at 8 a.m. at the Nederland Elementary School in Nederland, CO. The challenging 5 ...
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26 quick facts Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run

2.4/5 (328 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85701
8.00 mi, September 4, 2006, Filed Under: Running
Beautiful unique setting. Paved road loop over rolling hills all inside Saguaro National Park East. No traffic. One major hill in the middle of the 8M run. Rolling hills throughout the course. Can be ...
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27 quick facts Sabino Canyon Sunset Run

3.0/5 (326 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85710
7.40 mi, April 15, 2006, Filed Under: Running
Beautiful unique setting crossing 9 bridges inside Sabino Canyon. Paved loop on park road. $5 parking fee without annual permit. Mostly uphill the first half, mostly downhill the second half. Race sta ...
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28 quick facts TVSEEF Tech Trek

3.2/5 (318 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85749
10.00 km, March 25, 2006, Filed Under: Running
10K through beautiful Northeastern Pima County at the base of the Catalina Mountains.Take Interstate 10 to Speedway Blvd. East on Speedway approximately 20 miles to Houghton Rd. North on ...
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29 quick facts Cave Creek Luminaria Run

3.2/5 (316 votes)
Cave Creek, Arizona 85331
4.00 mi, December 10, 2005, Filed Under: Running
Join us for a beautiful luminaria-lit evening run through the quiet desert streets of rustic Cave Creek, Arizona. Enjoy homemade frybread and chili after the event. The route travels along rolling hil ...
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30 quick facts Holualoa Tucson Marathon and the Jim Click Relay

3.3/5 (314 votes)
Tucson, Arizona 85728
26.20 mi, December 4, 2005, Filed Under: Running
This is a mostly downhill race it drops about 2000 feet. It is mostly gradual. The marathon has about 1500 runners. The course is open for the full marathon for 6 official hours. However, if you s ...
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31 quick facts Free Fall 5k

3.3/5 (313 votes)
Rochester, New Hampshire 03867
5.00 km, November 24, 2005, Filed Under: Running
New England's Newest Thanksgiving Day Race directed by the Rochester Runner's Club. Both the 10K and the 5K races start and end at the Spaulding High School in Rochester, NH. The 5K race is a flat, fa ...
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32 quick facts Earth Day 5k Run - Walk

3.9/5 (312 votes)
Boulder, Colorado 80302
5.00 km, April 20, 2008, Filed Under: Running
A 2008 BOLDERBoulder qualifier, the **Earth Day 5k **is a benefit for the Center for ReSource Conservation and an opportunity to celebrate Earth Day by supporting resource conservation. Come out and c ...
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33 quick facts Memorial Sloan-Kettering Rock and Run on the River, Celebrating Life Beyond Cancer

2.6/5 (306 votes)
New York, New York 10037
5.00 km, June 8, 2008, Filed Under: Running
**Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center** will present its second annual **Rock & Run on the River on June 8**, 2008. This one-day event will feature a 5K run/walk followed by a food and entertainmen ...
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34 quick facts Boulder Backroads Marathon

2.9/5 (304 votes)
Boulder, Colorado 80301
26.20 mi, September 25, 2005, Filed Under: Running
The Boulder Backroads Marathon and Half Marathon are professionally-timed road races, held north of Boulder, framed by the majestic Colorado Front Range foothills. Runners begin at the Boulder Reservo ...
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