Race Report: Westminster Women’s Classic (Virtual) 10 Miler
Earlier this year, my RoadID bracelet fell apart. Turns out there was a quality issue with certain clasps, and I missed the free recall/upgrade. During my chat for the replacement, we ended up discussing loyal four-legged training partners, and how they are excluded from most races. The conversation turned to virtual races, and I was introduced to 3W Races of Colorado. 3W Races realized many recreational runners are unable to participate in local races due to time constraints, family...
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 MoreDuncan’s Pinball and Arcade Party
With the basement flood came plenty of disappointment. The greatest for the boys was not the lack of play space, but having to cancel Duncan’s 7th birthday party. You see, Duncan had been planning for months to invite his friends and introduce them to old school pinball and arcade games. When the restoration company packed up for the final time, Duncan helped create his invitation… With the date set, we hustled to get everything in order. No small feat when pinball machines...
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...
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