Race Report: Ottawa Race Weekend 2013 (Torch Relay, 5K, Kids Y, Half Marathon)
Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 2013 proved to be a resounding success. Thursday, May 23 Duncan and I kicked started the weekend by participating in the first-ever Marathon Torch Relay. Once the cauldron was lit, Duncan and I ventured over to Micronutrient Initiative. This year, we were supporting the “Run for the Runs” crew – as part of the Zinc Saves Kids fundraiser. Saturday, May 25 While I appreciate evening races, Duncan was beyond eager to run. When you are 7 years...
Read MoreRace Report: 2013 Edition of Where’s Franktown? 5K
For the last 9 years, the Calvary Christian Academy has hosted “Where’s Franktown?” on Mother’s Day weekend. In my opinion, this is the best family friendly race in the greater Ottawa area, and certainly should not be overlooked. The entry fees are nominal, and include a goodie bag, a handcrafted medal, and the best post-race BBQ luncheon in the region. As mentioned in past race reports, all three courses are on scenic,...
Read MoreTamarack Ottawa Race Weekend – Torch Relay
WOOT, WOOT!! Duncan and I are going to be torchbearers in the first ever Ottawa Marathon Torch Relay. The official Marathon Flame, which is lit every year before the Athens Classic Marathon, is coming to Ottawa. To celebrate the symbol of the marathon movement and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), the team at Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is holding its first ever Ottawa Marathon Torch Relay. The Mayor of Marathon, Greece will light the torch and hand it...
Read MoreRace Report: 5K Smiths Falls Spring Fling Running Thing 2013
The second annual Smiths Falls Spring Fling Running Thing was a great success. Over 500 runners took part in the 2K, 5K, 10K or Half Marathon races, all held on the Cataraqui Trail. This year, the run continued its support of the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation, in an effort to help with medical equipment purchases. In addition, a portion of the race funds are being directed to the Drummond family. Last fall, 30 year old Joe Drummond lost his life in a workplace accident,...
Read MoreHike for Hospice in Almonte
A couple people asked me about the “Hike for Hospice 5K” mentioned on my 2013 Race Calendar. Easiest way to explain is by sharing my blog entry for The Hub and Hub Hospice websites. Please note the Hike for Hospice is not a running race, but a family friendly hike in support of the Hub Hospice. All funds raised go right into our local hospice programming! In support of National Hospice Palliative Care Week, May 5-11, 2013, the Hub Hospice is hosting its inaugural Hike for...
Read MoreRace Report: 2013 Walt Disney World Marathon + 5K + Kids Races
An astounding 65,000 runners decended on Walt Disney World from January 10-13, 2013, to participate in the 20th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. While the event itself boasted numerous new records, this was the first time Duncan had more race entries than me! Thursday, January 10, 2013 – Kids Races The weather was hot and humid, and the kids races started at 3:00pm. We arrived at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex with time to cool off at the Expo, then we...
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