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Table of Contents July/August 2014 VOLUME 27, ISSUE 5 www.OutdoorsNW.com FEATURES Editor’s Note Book Buzz Health Nut Why hike? Outdoor Book Reviews True Grit: 6 By Diane Rudholm 17 By Diane Rudholm 26 New Shoe Technology from Brooks Running By Kelly Turner NW Trails Pursuits Sponsored by Green Trails Maps Top 12 Bike Trails in King 8 Backpacking Olympic 18 and Snohomish County! Gear National Park’s Wild By Rebecca Agiewich New Summer Gear Wildcatter Coast 28 By Staff By Craig Romano NW Kids Family road trips that bring Event Calendar Profile 22 history to life! Sponsored by Leukemia and Green Trails Maps 30 Lymphoma Society “Light the By Amy Whitley 13 Celebrating 40 years of outdoor Night Walk” adventure! Event Calendar in print and By Diane Rudhom online: www.outdoorsnw.com On the Run Sponsored by Running Chics Fitness 24 The Greener Trail 5 Yoga Poses For Hikers 5 Tips for Earth-Friendly Running Sign up for our 14 Stay Balanced On and Off the Trails By Clint Cherepa E-newsletter! By Elizabeth R. Kovar M.A. Photos by Dane Doerflinger www.OutdoorsNW.com

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[email protected] That's one guy you don't want to mess with. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Megumi Price Natural beauty Departments Well, sure, there is all of that great unknown Advertising to contend with. But, maybe—just maybe—the [email protected] Patty Holmquist views make it worth it: craggy mountaintops, [email protected] whimsical butterflies and wildflowers, stone- The author soaking up the greenery on the Jennifer McLaughlin-Shavey northeast side of Mount Rainier. Photo by dappled beaches and shimmering cascades. [email protected] Leyland Rudholm Calendar Or, you love to hike because the vistas sing [email protected] and the sunsets dance. Or, maybe you are not a rain pattering against your hemp rain jacket, Accounting fan of any of that froofy natural beauty stuff— the gentle crunch of granola, and of the earth [email protected] it's for the birds! beneath your feet. You love to forage dandeli- Contributors Rebecca Agiewich, Tami Asars, Clint Cherepa, ons for salads and nettles for tea, and you can Dane Doerflinger, Elizabeth Kovar, Craig Romano, Tough as fruit leather spot a patch of morels from a mile away. Leyland Rudholm, Kelly Turner, Amy Whitley Maybe you hike because it's a challenge. Coming Editorial You are one tough adventurer. The toughest. All of the above September/October 2014: The Thrifty Runner; You revel in mud, grime and moose drool (isn't Kid-Friendly Hostels; Rest and Recovery; Hiking Stuart Am I warm yet? Maybe it would help if I nature just covered in moose drool?). You are Island in the San Juans; October Beer Fests; Top 10 told you what I like best about hiking. I like Oregon Beers; Special Section: Planning for Winter! a hardcore through-hiker composed of pure to hike for all of the reasons above to some OutdoorsNW is published 8 times a year and is distrib- grit and unshakeable mettle. You could survive degree. I have not dined on an ant colony per uted throughout the Northwest and directly to participants a year in the great unknown with just a pile of of outdoor sports. All contents of OutdoorsNW are say, but I do appreciate how the simplest foods copyrighted and may not be used without the written rocks and a paperclip. Once, you ate a whole taste great after a long hike. I love how hiking consent of the publisher. OutdoorsNW is printed on ant colony just to show your friends that you recycled paper and is fully recyclable. Subscription price soothes my spirit in hard times, challenges my is $21 per year; $35 for two yearspayable in advance. Each could do it. subscription includes 6x OutdoorsNW 1x NW Cyclist and 1x mind and body, and reconnects me with the SNOW Guide. Editorial contributions are welcome. Send a earth. I love how hiking brings people together. SASE for writer’s guidelines. 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Backpacking Olympic National Park’s Wild Wildcatter Coast Story and Photos by Craig Romano

arge wild stretches of coastline in the LLower 48 are about as common as phone booths. Wilderness beaches have all but disappeared in the continental United States. A few pockets still exist in Maine and on barrier islands along the East Coast. On the West Coast, California’s Lost Coast is as wild as it was before the 1849 Gold Rush.

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Seastacks and tidepools greet hikers on the approach to Jefferson Cove in Olympic National Park, Wash.

8 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW On this stretch of Pacific shoreline, clamber over daunt- ing headlands and traverse saturated forests. Wander past secluded coves, sprawling tide pools and magical beaches. Marvel at roving shorebirds harvesting the surf. Awe at crusty rocks decorated in purple and orange by colonies of starfish. Experience amazing sunsets watching a fire-red sun extinguished by a furious ocean disrupted by jagged sea stacks and bulky guano-stained bird-incubating islands. And pass relics of the shattered dreams of oil men (hence Wildcatter) who had hoped to exploit this rugged beauty. The Wildcatter Coast is shorter but more difficult to Summer evening at Toleak Point in Olympic National Park near La Push, Wash. hike than the longer Shipwreck Coast from Rialto to And here in the Pacific Northwest, Washington’s Olym- Cape Alava to the north. But, you won’t need to secure pic Coast remains one of the longest wildest stretches of a limited camping reservation along this stretch, making seashore south of the Canadian border. trip planning easier. However, you still need an overnight permit. 50 Rugged Miles of Coastline You’ll also need to arrange for a shuttle to do this hike as The Olympic Coast harbors nearly 50 miles of rugged a one-way. It’s best from south to north, timing the tide for and stunning coastline free of development and roads, the initial headland rounding and getting the hardest part offering some of the finest beach hiking in America. The of the hike—the trudge over Hoh Head—done with first. entire wilderness coast from the mouth of the Hoh River to Starting in a forest of big cedars and hemlocks, follow Shi Shi Beach bordering the Makah Reservation also makes the remnants of an old road, leaving Oil City, which was for some of the best backpacking in the country. platted with parcels sold to speculators but never devel- And the southernmost 17 miles, which I like to call the oped. Following the Hoh River the trail soon ends on its Wildcatter Coast, are exceptionally rugged, offering a true rocky banks. Now walk toward the coast. The surroundings wilderness experience. Continued on page 10

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www.OutdoorsNW.com OutdoorsNW July/August 2014 9 crashing sea. Negotiate mud too, Alexander Island off in holes capable of swallowing the distance. entire civilizations. Near a huge beach- At just over six miles, protruding rock, locate a come to good camps on headland trail and take a wooded bluff with fine it climbing before drop- views out to the ocean. ping steeply to Goodman Mosquito Creek lies just Creek. Ford the creek, below providing drink- which in winter and high ing water and a terrifying tides may be impossible Author Craig Romano backpacks near Giant’s Graveyard in Olympic National ford in high tides and rainy to cross. Then continue on Park, Wash. periods—sometimes not trail through spruce forest are ethereal. Abbey Island nerving cables and sand lad- fordable at all. During low soon coming to Falls Creek floats above the mist south, ders up over massive bulky tides in the warmer months, and yet another potentially while Destruction Island Hoh Head. Take your time however, it is often just an problematic ford. A pretty hovers above the surf far- and concentrate; the going ankle wetter. cascade (hence the name) ther out to sea. is tough. The way is muddy Beyond the creek lies one tumbles just upstream. Reach the beach and turn and slippery in places and of the nicest stretches of Climb once again before north immediately round- can be slow going. sandy beach on the Olympic steeply descending by way ing imposing cliffs—pass- You’ll top a 350-foot Coast. Savor it. Pass “shark of rope and a precarious able only in low tides. After high point but gain over fin” sea stacks and semi- sand ladder to a beautiful clambering over some big four times that elevation submerged rocks clinging sandy beach. boulders, reach Jefferson in countless ups and downs with starfish. Watch pool- Toleak Point with its Cove. Then the fun begins along the way. Cross a few probing black oystercatch- showy sea stacks and off- with an insanely steep climb creeks and pass some de- ers, and surf-riding guille- shore natural arch is just via muddy, slippery, and un- cent viewpoints out to the mots and scoters. Admire, Continued on page 12 Walk in the Park Show your Discover Pass at participating SUBWAY® restaurants June through September and get a FREE regular 6-inch sub with the purchase of a regular 6-inch sub of equal or greater price and a 30 oz. drink. For more information visit: www.parks.wa.gov/subway Enter to win a $250 REI giftcard: Entry deadline: Sept. 30th, 2014 parks.wa.gov/ONW

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Profile a short hike to the north. low tide. A low to medium of 12 Northwest hiking which includes more details A favorite destination for tide is needed to get by guidebooks including on this and other Olympic many a backpacker, fresh two small headlands just Backpacking Washington Coast hikes. Visit him at water and plenty of camp- beyond. (The Mountaineers Books), www.CraigRomano.com sites can be found here and Next in line is Scott Bluff, all the way to Strawberry an imposing headland with Getting you on your way Point one mile farther. a jumble of boulders at its Trip Details Beyond, it’s more steep base. While it can be round- Distance: 17.5 miles one way bluffs, fabulous tide pools, ed in a low tide—it’s rough Green Trails Maps: La Push No. 163S and the Giants Graveyard, and not advisable. Take the Trailhead Directions: a flotilla of sea stacks and steep rope-assisted over- Southern trailhead: From Forks, travel south on US islands just off the coast. land trail (not an easy route 101 for 15 miles turning right onto Oil City Road. Then Try to time this section for either) instead continuing to proceed for 10.6 miles to trailhead. a cove flanked with flower- Northern trailhead: From Forks follow US 101 north for pot shaped sea stacks. Then 2 miles to junction with SR 110. Then proceed west on Experience locate an overland trail to the Columbia SR 110 bearing left at 7.7 miles onto La Push Road and make a long climb over River Gorge continuing 3.8 miles to Third Beach Trailhead. Taylor Point, which can’t be on WET Notes: Shuttle needed. Route involves headlands that (West End Transit) rounded at all. can only be rounded at low tides (carry tide chart), and

Through Cross a creek near the via steep sand ladders (use caution). Route also involves October 15, top of a waterfall before creek fords dangerous in high tides and periods of high Vancouver to Carson. Visit dropping steeply with some rains. Olympic National Park Wilderness Camping Permits www.skamania (fee) required. Bear canister required (available at ranger county.org and aid of sand ladders to Third click on station for rent). “Public Transit’ Beach. Then walk an easy for the full Contacts: Olympic National Park Wilderness Information schedule. half mile on this gorgeous 509-427-3990 Center, www.nps.gov/olym beach along Strawberry Bay to a trail located near Let your adventure in a stream. You can continue Skamania County, Washington begin by riding beach hiking another half WET. New seasonal schedule mile toward Teahwit Head includes four trips daily on Bremerton Summer Saturday and Sunday with if you’d like to look for stops at Cape Horn, Beacon BrewFest July 12 abandoned equipment Rock, Dog Mountain and more! Bremerton, Wash. www.skamania.org once used by wildcatters— Savor and celebrate summer and craft beer at the Bremerton or complete your hike by Summer Brewfest July 12. This year’s festivities will include 30 following the trail 1.3 miles Washington breweries pouring more than 70 Washington beers. to the trailhead completing Showcasing their creativity, many of the festival’s brewers will offer your adventure. beer poured through Randalls. These unique two-chambered filters can be stuffed to the brim with just about any ingredient to infuse drinks with Craig Romano is Trails a little extra oomph. Some examples of ingredients used in years past Editor of OutdoorsNW and include oranges, extra hops, spices or cake. is the author and co-author While you’re at the BrewFest, make sure you pick up a copy of OutdoorsNW magazine. We’d also love to know the oddest and most delicious ingredients you come across. Email [email protected] or tweet to us @OutdoorsNWmag Event Details What: Bremerton Summer BrewFest When: Noon-6:30 p.m., July 12 Where: Fourth Street and Pacific Avenue, Bremerton Cost: $20 advance; $25 day of; $15 Military (ID required); $5 designated driver tickets. Entry includes a tasting cup and six tokens each good for a 5-ounce taste. Additional tokens may be purchased. This is a 21 and over event. No pets. Designated-driver entry includes free water and soft drinks. Ticket Site: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/693104

12 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW Profile Green Trails Maps Celebrating 40 years of outdoor adventure! By Diane Rudholm

o you like maps? Who doesn’t? If you’re like Dme, you probably have a few Green Trails maps in the nooks and crannies of your home, car and office just in case the explorer bug strikes. Or, maybe you’re more like mountain-bike guidebook author John Zilly who has a lot more than a few. “I literally have hundreds of Green Trails' maps in my office,” says Zilly. “I love (them). I've spent so much time staring at them, imagining cool trips.” Quality that stands the test of time Craig Romano maps Mount St. Helens near Loowit Falls for Green Trails Maps. Photo courtesy of Craig Romano Green Trails Maps is observing its 40th anniversary this year with new continues to run the company with a Green Trails Maps Evolution maps, a new website and a new reverence for its founder. When big overall look for its brand. What hasn’t decisions are on the drawing board, changed is the grade-A quality that Coburn says that he and his team ask, Old logo adventurers have come to expect and “What Would Walt Do?” to rely on. “When I started writing mountain Maps for adventurers of bike guidebooks for the Northwest all ages … I always used Green Trails maps if I Green Trails Maps publishes more New look could while researching,” says Zilly, a than 140 topographic recreation maps for 2014 Seattle native. “They were the clearest for wild places in the U.S., including and most accurate. They still are!” scores of mountain, beach and desert Late founder Walt Locke started areas in Washington, Oregon and Green Trails Maps in 1973 when he British Columbia. of hikes and extended backpacking saw an unmet need for quality hiking It also produces special MapPacks— trips. We'd always use a Green Trails maps. Once a production coordinator offered on its website—that cover map if one was available.” for Boeing’s lunar lander and a locations in the Mountaineer’s Hikes Nowadays, if you’re in an outdoor member of the 747’s development with Children guidebooks. These recreation store in the Northwest, it’s team, Locke had a knack for spatial maps are produced in a small size likely that you’ll find some of Green reasoning that proved to be perfect that is easy for children to manage, Trails Maps’ stellar creations. You can for mapping trails with a renowned making them ideal for young hikers, also check the company out online at level of accuracy. birdwatchers and students. www.GreenTrailsMaps.com In 1993, Locke handed the reigns “I started using Green Trails Maps Diane Rudholm is the managing over to current owner and president (as a youth) back in the late 1970s,” editor and social media manager of of Green Trails Maps Alan Coburn who says Zilly. “My family would go on lots OutdoorsNW magazine.

www.OutdoorsNW.com OutdoorsNW July/August 2014 13 Fitness 2. 5 Yoga Poses For Hikers Stay Balanced On and Off the Trails By Elizabeth R. Kovar M.A., Photos by Dane Doerflinger ikers often forget how much balance is required How to Perform: From to safely and effectively hike and to avoid injury. standing, step your right foot 3. HAdequate balance is required when you are behind and stay on the ball of stepping on roots, standing on a rock or gazing at the your back foot. Bend your left horizon while walking. knee to 90 degrees over the Luckily, yoga is an efficient form of exercise to train for ankle. Raise arms overhead and balance, flexibility and deep breathing simultaneously. continue to breathe deeply. The Yoga poses pictured here will lengthen your muscles, expand your lungs and improve your stability to keep you 3. Airplane Pose strong and balanced on and off the trail. This pose increases core Hold these poses for 30 to 60 seconds per posture. strength, challenges one-legged Complete this routine either by completing each pose (and balance and stabilizes the inner 4. both sides) as its own exercise, or flow into each pose with and outer thigh of the stance leg. your right leg first, and switch to the left. How to Perform: From Crescent lunge, bring arms to the 1. Hero Pose Variation side of the shoulders and slowly This pose opens the bottom 1. lower your back knee, similar to of the feet, connective tissue a lunge. Propel off and forward and the plantar fascia, which to balance on one leg. Hinge is important for optimal your hips forward. The most gait and impact from hiking challenging pose places the torso downhill. parallel to the ground. 5. How to perform: Sit on your shins and curl your toes 4. Triangle Pose under. Release your hips on This pose opens hips, chest and your heels and allow your bodyweight to open the body of the lateral side of the body. To the feet. increase the balance challenge, look toward the sky or close 2. Crescent Lunge your eyes. This pose strengthens the legs, challenges split-legged How to Perform: From balance and primarily opens the hip flexor and chest. airplane, slowly land your lifted

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Mountaineers Books is equipping outdoors enthusiasts for adventure this hiking season. Among its newest titles, you’ll find Craig Romano’s Day Hiking: The San Juans and Gulf Islands ($18.95), which features 136 hikes near the Salish Sea. Thorough and precise, this pocket-sized guidebook rates trails for quality and difficulty, suggests kid- and dog- friendly trails, and provides tips for making the most of wildlife viewing. www.mountaineersbooks.org The Day Hike! Series from Sasquatch Books includes Day Hike! Central Cascades New from Wilderness Press this summer, ($19.95) and Day Hike! North Cascades Top Trails: Olympic National Park ($18.95), both written by Mike McQuaide; Day & Vicinity ($18.95) by Doug Lorain offers Hike! Olympic Peninsula ($19.95) by useful guidance for adventurers who would like Seabury Blair Jr.; and, Day Hike! Mount to fully experience the scenery and wildlife of Rainier ($18.95) by Ron C. Judd. We enjoy the Olympic National Park. It also offers detailed GPS detailed maps, colored photos and clear direc- coordinates for each hike—geocaching, anyone? tions provided in all four books. www.wildernesspress.com www.sasquatchbooks.com

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www.OutdoorsNW.com OutdoorsNW July/August 2014 17 Pursuits Cycling King and Snohomish County Bike Trails Here are our Top 12 Favorites! By Rebecca Agiewich or every mood, there’s a bike trail in King or Snohomish County to longest. The soft-surface, mostly-flat match it. Rural or urban. Pavement or soft-surface. Flat or hilly. There pathway meanders past farms and Fare panoramas to blow the mind or soothe the soul: from iconic parks between Duvall and the Cedar northwest features like Mount Rainier, Lake Washington and Snoqualmie River watershed, offering views of the Falls, to local gems like Lake Cassidy and the Fremont Canal Park. Snoqualmie River, Mount Si and Sno- qualmie Falls. Don’t miss the historic, A treasury of public art graces these Burke-Gilman Trail 100-foot high Tokul Trestle. trails, too. Fanciful sculptures, impres- The massively popular Burke-Gilman Length: 31.5 miles sive earthworks or uniquely decorated Trail provides a paved corridor from Connects to: John Wayne Pioneer tunnels delight in the most unexpect- Seattle to Bothell. It hosts throngs of Trail, Snoqualmie Ridge Trail, Tolt ed places. In short, these trails rock. people in the summer, yet its land- Pipeline Trail We describe 12 of our favorites here, scapes—Lake Washington, Mount but with 350 miles of trail to explore, Rainier and Lake Union—emanate Elliott Bay Trail you’re bound to discover your own. Be tranquility. Seattle cyclist Matt Cronin This flat, five-mile trail provides ac- sure to check out the free maps listed commutes daily on the trail. cess to some of Seattle’s best scenery, in our Resources section. “My favorite stretch is along the shopping and art. Rolling along Se- Snohomish Centennial Trail Fremont shipping canal in Seattle,” he attle’s vibrant downtown waterfront, In the 80s, a group of volunteers says. “Especially when the crew boats the trail passes near Pioneer Square banded together, determined to turn are practicing in the canal, it’s incred- and Pike Place Market. Then it heads an abandoned rail line in Snohom- ible. This part of the trail is very quiet, north through the Olympic Sculpture ish County into a community trail despite being very busy.” Park, which dazzles with outdoor system. Flash forward three decades: Length: 20 miles artworks like Eagle by Alexander the beloved (yet not too crowded) Connects to: Sammamish River Trail, Calder—that is, if you can take your Centennial Trail stretches for 33 scenic Ship Canal Trail eyes off the view of Rainier, the Olym- miles, with views of Mount Pilchuck, Tolt Pipeline Trail pics or seals surfacing in Elliott Bay. Length: 5 miles the Stillaguamish River and Lake Cas- Foxworthy calls the uncrowded Tolt sidy. The northernmost segment into Pipeline Trail one of his favorites: Alki Trail Arlington was finished in late 2012. “It’s 100 feet wide, has incred- The summer sun, surf and crowds of Stop in Arlington for a brew at the ible views of mountain and city, and the paved Alki Beach Trail can evoke Bryant General Store. crosses through many different kinds a southern California vibe. But the Length: 33 miles of communities.” trail is also quintessentially Seattle. The Pipeline Trail also has some Interurban Trail (north) As it hugs the shore of Elliott Bay on significant hills and roadway detours, This popular commuting trail fol- its way to Alki Beach, it takes you but armed with a map and fat tires, lows the old Interurban streetcar over the unique West Seattle Swing cyclists can have a great day of adven- route between Seattle and Everett. Bridge, provides views of the iconic ture. Refuel at Woodinville’s Redhook Though mostly urban, it passes several Seattle skyline and offers mini-lessons Brewery along the way. lakes, and traverses occasional wood- in Seattle history along the way with Length: 14 miles ed stretches that feel more like wilder- markers and monuments. Connects to: Snoqualmie Valley Trail, ness than city. Length: 5 miles Sammamish River Trail Frequent rider Vanessa Wolf of Connects to: West Seattle Bridge Trail Shoreline, waxes poetic about the Snoqualmie Valley Trail route through Mountlake Terrace. This trail is “everyone’s favorite for Mountains-to-Sound “Every fall it smells of cranberries being out of the city in a rural envi- (I-90) Trail and primroses,” she says, “giving it a ronment,” says Robert Foxworthy, This well-loved commuter and kind of ethereal beauty.” Trails Coordinator for King County. Continued on page 20 Length: 16 miles At 31.5 miles, it’s also King County’s

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5 12 Bike Trails of King and Snohomish Counties recreational trail takes you across Lake Washington, lets you gaze at Mount Rainier and carries you through the Port Angeles: wildlife-rich Mercer Slough. The paved trail extends from THE AUTHENTIC NORTHWEST south Seattle to Bellevue and carries around a million an easy escape for a long weekend people a year. or a week of exploration Though you certainly won’t be alone here, you will be Explore The Fun Events Enjoy Our exhilarated by the green spaces, the graceful sculptures Beauty On Throughout Miles of Two Wheels… the year… Shoreline… and the bracing experience of crossing the lake on the I-90 Bridge. Length: 10 miles East Lake Sammamish Trail King County has been working hard on the East Lake Sammamish Trail, with the goal of making it fully paved. For now, the popular 11-mile route is paved on its north and south ends, with mostly soft-surface in the middle. It runs along the east shore of Lake Sammamish, serving up great views of Lake Sammamish and the Cascade foothills. riDe the Olympic Oct. 10–12 KayaKing On Picnic at the peaceful Sammamish Landing or popular Lake DiscOvery trail Dungeness crab freshwater bay Sammamish State Park. & seafOOD festival Length: 11 miles Connects to: Issaquah-Preston Trail, Visit Port Angeles: he uThenTic orThwesT T A n . Marymoor Connector Trail Events to entertain. Nature to amaze. Cuisine to stimulate! Issaquah-Preston Trail Climbing out of Issaquah on pavement, the Issaquah- www.portangeles.org or (360) 452-2363 Preston Trail passes intriguing sculptures on its way to the Issaquah Highlands. The trail turns to soft-surface as it continues its climb through forest with Issaquah Creek gur- gling (and I-90 roaring) below. It passes a turnoff to Grand Recycled Cycles Ridge and Duthie Hill Parks, favorite spots for mountain Keeping Seattle Rolling Since 1994 bike fun. At rural High Point Way, this trail connects with the scenic (and quieter) Preston-Snoqualmie Trail. (in Fremont near 1109the B-G N 35th Trail) St 1007 NE Boat St (near the UW) Length: 7 miles 2 Seattle Locations Connects to: Preston-Snoqualmie Trail, Rainier Trail, East Lake Sammamish Trail Preston-Snoqualmie Trail This peaceful, paved trail travels from Preston, through secluded woodlands, then dips down through the Raging River (206) 547-4491 (206) 397-4286 Valley before traveling to a viewpoint overlooking Snoqualm- WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING: ie Falls. Cyclists with fatter tires will enjoy the Whitaker Trail, “Recycled has an energy and vibe “ ese guys know their stu and which branches to the south and connects (with the help of a that most shops lack. I’ve shopped will tackle problems other shops roadway link) to the Snoqualmie Ridge Trail. at all the major Seattle bike shops turn away. I will de nitely be going Length: 7 miles and this is my favorite.” here for repairs in the future.” – Roman P. – Sara Connects to: Issaquah-Preston Trail, Whitaker Trail, Sno-  qualmie Ridge Trail Bike Rentals | New and Used Sales, Trade-ins and Consignments Tune-ups | Repairs | Overhauls | Classes | Vintage Parts Soos Creek Trail www.recycledcycles.com On the rural Soos Creek Trail, which travels six miles between Renton and Kent, “you feel like you’re in a really cool video game with the way the landscape moves around you,” says Seattle artist Susan Robb. With both a paved route and a soft-surface equestrian

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The author’s son checks out a map at the End of the Oregon Trail museum in Oregon City. Photo by Amy Whitley

ummer ’tis the season to put aside schoolbooks, but that doesn’t mean the learning can’t continue incognito. S The following road trips through the Northwest are filled with educational destinations that will make history come alive for kids—but they won’t even realize they’re in “summer school”!

Follow the path of Lewis and Clark visitor’s center is worth a few hours of your time, and rustic Start: Great Falls, Mont. cabins are available for overnights. Finish: Astoria, Ore. Drive northwest to Whitman Mission National Historic Total miles: 1,028 Site in Walla Walla, Wash. Then continue west along the Begin exploring at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Columbia to The Dalles, imagining the river journey of the Trail Interpretive Center. Then drive Highway 200 to Lolo, pioneers. Mont., where the Lolo Pass Visitor Center commemorates Stop at Vancouver, Wash., the site of historic Fort the most difficult part of the journey. Vancouver, then continue past Portland to historic Oregon Continue west to Sacajawea State Park in Pasco, Wash., City, where The End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center where the party camped at the Snake and Columbia will keep families entertained with interactive displays. Rivers. Walk part of the nearby Sacajawea Heritage Trail in Kennewick. Then drive to the coast at Cape Learn about Northwest Native Culture Start: Vancouver, B.C. Disappointment at Ilwaco, where kids will find great Finish: Warm Springs, Ore. exhibits at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Total miles: 375 Next, cross the border into Oregon to visit the Begin by introducing kids to the First Nations tribes of company’s winter quarters at Fort Clatsop. The Fort to coastal B.C. at the University of British Columbia’s Museum Sea Trail is a great way to see the vistas of the ocean as of Anthropology. This excellent museum offers indoor and the explorers did. outdoor exhibits. Drive south to Seattle, stopping at the Burke Museum of History and Culture. Take the Oregon Trail The next day, head south on I-5 to Highway 26 (at Start: Glenns Ferry, Idaho Gresham, Ore.) to arrive at Warm Springs, Ore. Spend time Finish: Oregon City, Ore. learning about the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Total miles: 590 reservation at the Museum of Warm Springs. End with a Begin at Three Island Crossing State Park, where early stay at Kah-Nee-Ta Resort for a soak in hot springs! pioneers on the Oregon Trail crossed the Snake River. The Tailor your historical road trip to the interests of your

22 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW kids, and plan hikes and other active pit stops along the way. Ample camping opportunities abound for families who want to stay close to nature en route.

Amy Whitley of Medford, Ore., writes about her family adventures in NW Kids every edition in OutdoorsNW. Miss a column? Log onto www.OutdoorsNW.com and search NW Kids. You can follow more of Amy’s adventures at www.PitStopsforKids.com Resources Many of the trails and routes listed in the story can be found here: www.nps.gov/lecl Sacajawea State Park: www.parks.wa.gov/575/Sacajawea Sacajawea Heritage Trail: www.visittri-cities.com/visitors/heritage-&-eco-tourism Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center: www.funbeach.com/lewis-clark-interpretive-center Three Island Crossing State Park: parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/three-island-crossing The End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center: www.historicoregoncity.org University of British Columbia’s Museum of Anthropology: www.moa.ubc.ca Burke Museum of History and Culture: www.burkemuseum.org Museum of Warm Springs: www.museumatwarmsprings.org Kah-Nee-Ta Resort: www.kahneeta.com

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O On the Run By Clint Cherepa The Greener Trail 5 Tips for Earth-Friendly Running esides the rubber that wore off your shoes, chances are the impact of traveling and how much your last trail run was eco-friendly. Trail running provides extra it will cost you. Driving less is one way to easily, but self-consciously, the earth with healthy, fit, clean fuel-burning humans. B lessen impact. If you do drive to the Even so, there are ways to keep this sport green and lessen the trailhead, ask some running buddies effects it can have on the ecosystem. to join you, and carpool. Here are five ways to cruise down the trails with less impact. While you’re at it, why not arrange a trail run to pick up trash? You can Choose green races a constant flow of fuel, before, during schedule this once a month or week. Race organizers have an excellent and after our runs. Finding food that Some runners even carry a bag with opportunity to take the green running is healthy, sustaining and has a low them and pick up some garbage movement in stride and do their part impact on the environment is possible. on every run. Getting your running for the environment. Look for energy drink powder in club or a few friends involved will Evergreen Trail Runs, based in bulk to reduce packaging and waste, accomplish even more. Seattle, Wash., aims to acquire and keep an eye out for organic and supplies from secondhand sources, natural options. Local health food Buy eco-friendly gear, and use reusable cloth bags, partner with stores are a great place to start your donate used gear other events to share supplies, buy search. The production of running shoes food in bulk to minimize packaging, You can even make your own is toxic and energy intensive. Shoe use reusable cups, plates and cutlery, endurance drinks and fuel at home; companies like Brooks and New use bio-degradable cleaning products, experiment to find what you like best. Balance have been working in the provide recycle bins on site, partner right direction with intentional with organic farms to provide locally Run to the trailhead or programs and efforts to use eco- harvested produce for aid stations, carpool friendly materials. and offer biodegradable swag bags. It's true that some of the best What about running-related While it may not be possible to be trailheads may be an hour or two gadgets and devices? Next time you 100 percent green all the time, there away, but take advantage of the trails want to buy a treadmill, GPS device is room for other races to incorporate you have within running distance. or iPod, scan eBay. You will find that some of these same practices into Plan long runs with running to the the market is swimming with used their plans. trail in mind. running gear. Buying used can keep Many environmentally conscious this gear out of the trash, and out of Reduce food packaging runners consider this when choosing landfills. and waste races. There is nothing wrong with Green-minded runners are conscious Fueling a runner is a constant work driving across the continent to of where their shoes and clothes go in progress. We feed our furnaces with participate in a race. Still, remember when they are finished with them.

24 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW Give your running gear a new home and second life at If we do need to use a disposable bottle or cup, recycle it. thrift stores and organizations like Shoes for Africa, Reuse- Let’s take responsibility for running green. These five a-Shoe and Recycled Runners. easy steps, alone, can lessen our impact of our already- green sport on the earth and keep our trails in the pristine Reduce, reuse and recycle water condition that we love. Every stride we take toward a containers healthy and greener environment is well worth the effort. Applying the “reduce, reuse, recycle” theory to our hydration alone, cuts a huge chunk out of the impact we Clint Cherepa is the Running Columnist for OutdoorsNW. have as runners. Disposable bottles and cups are at times He is currently in Nicaragua, where he has been busy a necessary evil, but convenience is often not the best training for ultramarathons and working on a new decision for the earth. The convenient disposable bottle venture: www.strongerrunners.com will take years to decompose. Reducing and reusing water Miss a column? Log onto www.OutdoorsNW.com — bottles will save bags and bags of garbage over the years. search On the Run. Seattle Run Shops Shoes | Gear | Service | Expertise | Group Runs | Events

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www.OutdoorsNW.com OutdoorsNW July/August 2014 25 TACOMA Health Nut By Kelly Turner True Grit: New Shoe Technology from Brooks Running Brooks PureGrit 3

’m always excited for something new from Seattle’s own Brooks Running. wracked with knee and foot pain because of the lack of cushioning I get to try a lot of different brands as someone who I while pounding pavement. (I wouldn’t writes about fitness trends (a job I’m still amazed exists), and even think to try any of them on Brooks seems to be the most unapologetically obsessed with anything as inconsistent as a trail). I the experience of running, no matter what your individual was pleasantly surprised to find that the PureGrit 3 satisfied my need for experience or preference may be. protection, while keeping the overall No matter what you’re looking for, to consumers who bought shoes based lightweight feel. no matter how specific, or seemingly on unfounded claims that they reduce Perhaps it’s the traditional tongue impossible, they’ve got you covered. injuries and pain. Regardless of lack instead of the typical lace-up Aqua They have been doing this whole of scientific backing, many still swear Sock design that makes them more running shoe thing for the past 100 by them and crave what Brooks calls a relatable or the ballistic rock shield years, so they have a little experience “feel experience.” bottom assuaging any fear of in the industry. Designed for runners who want impaling myself. At any rate, these So, while “minimalist trail-running to feel, Brooks’ PureProject line shoes are substantial enough that I shoe” may sound like an oxymoron, released the PureGrit 3 in June 2014, felt as though I was wearing a piece Brooks has figured it out. the third installment of lightweight of gear that was enhancing my Minimalist runners look for a shoe trail-running shoes with substantial performance, not an expensive sock that’s so light and barely there that it protection that still allows for a meant to mimic wearing nothing simulates running barefoot—and trail natural ride. at all. runners run on the most unstable and Brooks pulled from rock climbers for Call me crazy, but that’s one unforgiving terrain there is. the redesign, creating a flexible, bare- experience I crave from all of These two types of runners would ly-there shoe with a hex lug outsole my shoes. seemingly have polar opposite needs. for maximum grip and a toe guard for You either want shoes that allow you protection and traction. The forefoot Kelly Turner is a to feel the terrain beneath your feet rock plate allows the shoe to keep up Seattle-based ACE and the impact of each step, or you with beefier versions on technical ter- certified personal want shoes that will protect you from rain, so the runner won’t be confined trainer and fitness rough trail terrain looking to trip you to well-manicured trails. The PureGrit writer. You can up with rocks, sticks, brambles and the 3 thrives off the beaten path. contact her at occasional slug every step of the way. I’m someone who prefers a plush, KellyTurnerFitness@ Public opinion is limping away from float experience (and, yes, Brooks has gmail.com. the minimalist trend. Vibram, one a ride for that stride, too). Twitter: @KellyTurnerFit Instagram: of the most recognizable minimalist I’ve tried all kinds of athletic shoes KellyTurner26. Miss a column? Log shoemakers, recently lost a lawsuit in my career and always find myself onto www.OutdoorsNW.com and forcing them to pay back $3.75 million disappointed by the lightweights, search Health Nut.

26 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW Brooks ‘Runs Happy’ in Seattle August 2014 Seattle, Wash. Brooks Sports, Inc.—parent company to Brooks Shoes and Moving Comfort apparel—will relocate its global headquarters from Bothell, Wash., to Seattle’s Fremont/Wallingford area this August. The company’s new digs will be located in the 3400 Stone project by Skanska USA Commercial Development, right on the Burke-Gilman Trail. “We have an incredible opportunity to create a new home for our lead- ing performance brands that exemplifies who we are and ingrains us in the local running community,” said Jim Weber, president and CEO of Brooks Sports, Inc. “Brooks’ mission is to inspire people to run and be active, and it’s our hope that we become a welcoming trailhead along the Burke- Gilman Trail. We believe runners, walkers and others will gather at Brooks to meet friends, start their workouts and celebrate a good run.” Artist rendition of the 3400 Stone Way N. project where Brooks will make To learn more about Brooks, go to: www.brooksrunning.com its new home. Rendering courtesy of Brooks Sports, Inc.

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Aug. 1-3: OR MS Bike Ride, Monmouth, OR, Aug. 24: WARP Driathlon, Eugene, OR, 1k Submit your event online at: www.bikeorc.nationalmssociety.org OutdoorsNW.com/Add-Your-Event PB/5k R/15k B, www.active.com Aug. 1-3: Tour de Lane Bike Rally, Junction Multisport Aug. 24: Lake Meridian Triathlon - August, or City, OR, 32-104mi, www.tourdelane.com Mail, email or fax calendar listings to: July Kent, WA, www.lakemeridiantri.com Aug. 2-3: Tour de Lavender, Kingston, WA, Richland, Jul. 12: 5k Foam Fest Issaquah, Issaquah, Aug. 30: Titanium Man Triathlon, Outdoors NW Magazine 100k, www.tourdelavender.com WA, 1.5kS/40miB/10kR, www.3rrr.org Aug. 2-4: Courage Classic, Snoqualmie, WA, WA, www.5kfoamfest.com 10002 Aurora Ave N. #36, Jul. 12-13: Ocean Shores Big Weekend Tri and Aug. 30: Bonney Lake Chamber of Com- 173mi, www.multicare.org mrece Triathlon, WA, www.buduracing.com Seattle, WA 98133 Aug. 2-3: Dirt Series Oregon, Hood River, Foot Fest, Ocean Shores, WA, Olympic, sprint, OR, Women's camp, www.dirtseries.com kids, 10k, 5k, Sun-Iron, www.trifreak.com September Jul. 12: Clear Lake Triathlon, Clear Lake, [email protected] Aug. 3: Ride the Hurricane, Port Angeles, Sep. 1: Multisports Canada Vancouver WA, Recreational ride limited to 250 riders. WA, Adult, youth, www.skagitcounty.net fax: (206) 418-0746 Jul. 19: Iron Warrior Dash Bonney Lake, Triathlon, BC, www.multisportscanada.com Cost $25., www.portangeles.org Sep. 6: Iron Horse Traverse, North Bend, Aug. 3-9: Ride Idaho, Sun Valley, ID, 410mi, Bonney Lake, WA, Mud, fire, obstacles, Before heading out, call ahead to verify www.warriordash.com WA, www.recreationnorthwest.com times, fees and events. Always be prepared supported, www.rideidaho.org Jul. 19-20: ChelanMan Multisport Week- Sep. 20: Bellingham Traverse, Bellingham, with appropriate equipment Aug. 8-10: Obliteride, Seattle, WA, Benefits Fred Hutch, www.obliteride.org end, Lake Chelan, WA, Sprint/Olympic, 1/2 WA, www.recreationnorthwest.com and food if necessary. Aug. 9: RIDE D'VINE, Yakima, WA, Iron Tri, 1/2, 5 & 10k, www.chelanman.com www.cchsyakima.org Jul. 19: Padden Duathlon, Bellingham, WA, Hiking & Outdoors Aug. 9-16: Oregon Bicycle Ride, Pendleton, www.mynextrace.com Those events highlighted in yellow also Jul. 19: Race the Reaper Yamhill, Yamhill, have an accompanying ad elsewhere in OR, 500mi, www.bicycleridesnw.org July Aug. 9: Ride The Mountains, Cle Elum, WA, OR, 6mi, obstacle, www.racethereaper.org the magazine.Thank you for supporting Jul. 3: Beers Made By Walking Hikes, Port- 50mi, www.ridethemountain.org Jul. 20: Girlfriends and Dudes Triathlon, our advertisers. land, OR, www.beersmadebywalking.com Aug. 10: Tour de Peaks Washington, Sno- Duathlon & Kids Triathlon, Vancouver, WA, www.nwpersonaltraining.com Jul. 11-13: Windrider Kite Festival, Grayland, qualmie Valley, WA, www.tourdepeaks.org WA, www.westportgrayland-chamber.org Aug. 10: Providence Bridge Pedal, Portland, Jul. 20: Benaroya Research Institute Triathlon Bicycling at SEAFAIR, Seattle, WA, www.seafair.com Jul. 19-20: San Juan Island Lavender July OR, www.providence.org/bridgepedal Festival, Friday Harbor, WA, Aug. 16: Crater Lake Century, Klamath Falls, Jul. 26: Ellensburg Sprint Triathlon, Ellens- burg, WA, www.buduracing.com www.pelindabalavender.com Jul. 12: Tour des Chutes, Bend, OR, 7, 25, OR, 62, 100mi, www.craterlakecentury.com Portland, OR, Jul. 19: Sandsations Sandcastle Contest, 48, 72, 100mi, www.tourdeschutes.org Aug. 16-17: RSVP2, Seattle to Vancouver, Jul. 26: 5k Foam Fest Portland, Foam, mud, obstacles, www.5kfoamfest.com Long Beach, WA, www.funbeach.com Jul. 12: Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic, BC, 183mi, www.cascade.org Bend, OR, Jul. 19: Sand Master Jam, Florence, OR, Seattle to Portland, www.cascade.org Aug. 16: Yaquina Lighthouse Century, New- Jul. 26-27: Deschutes Dash, 14miB/3.1miR, www.deschutesdash.com Sandboarding, www.sandmasterpark.com Jul. 12: Redmond Derby Days Criterium, port, OR, www.yaquinawheels.org Jul. 26: Olympia Traverse, Olympia, WA, Redmond, WA, www.gcracingllc.com Aug. 17-23: Cycle Greater Yellowstone, MT, August Relay, solo, www.olympiatraverse.com Jul. 12: Seattle to Spokane, WA, Ultraride, www.cyclegreateryellowstone.com Ellensburg, Aug. 1-3: Sky Fest, Index, WA, Workshops, www.redmondcyclingclub.org Aug. 17: Alpine Century Ride, Monroe, OR, Jul. 27: Whiskey Dick Triathlon, WA, www.buduracing.com races, www.skyfest.org Jul. 16-20: Redmond Rotary's Bicycle Tour 50, 100mi, www.alpinecommunity.net Aug. 16: Everett Craft Beer Festival, Ever- (Redspoke), Redmond to Spokane, WA, Aug. 23-24: RAPSody, Tacoma, WA, 165mi, August ett, WA, www.washingtonbeer.com 300mi, www.redspoke.org www.rapsodybikeride.com Aug. 16: Xwest Huck Fest, Florence, OR, Jul. 18-20: Mountain Bike Oregon, Oakridge, Aug. 23-24: Barlow Road Ride, Oregon City, Aug. 2: Spartan Sprint, Washougal, WA, Sandboarding, www.sandmasterpark.com OR, Festival, www.mtbikeoregon.com OR, www.barlowroadride 3mi, mud, obstacles, www.spartanrace.com Aug. 16: 2014 Geocaching Block Party, Se- Jul. 19: Jedermann Gran Fondo Bike Ride, Aug. 23: Beaverton Banks and Beyond Aug. 2: Wahine Triathlon / Duathlon, Portland, attle, WA, www.geocachingblockparty.com Cheney, WA, www.emdesports.com Bicycle Tour, Beaverton, OR, 32, 64, 86, OR, Hawaiian themed, www.aasportsltd.com Aug. 17: Beers Made By Walking Hikes, Port- Jul. 19: CF Cycle for Life Portland, Portland, 100mi, www.nwbicyclesafetycouncil.org Aug. 3: Midsummer Triathlon/Duathlon, land, OR, www.beersmadebywalking.com OR, 35, 65, 100mi, www.fightcf.cff.org Aug. 23-24: 2014 Gigantic Bicycle Festival, Portland, OR, www.racecenter.com Aug. 18-24: WA State International Kite Fes- Jul. 19: High Cascades 100, Bend, OR, 75- Seattle, WA, www.giganticbicyclefestival.org Aug. 3: Bellingham Youth Triathlon, Belling- tival, Long Beach, WA, www.funbeach.com 80mi, www.mudslingerevents.com ham, WA, Ages 6-13, www.cob.org Aug. 23: MountainFilm on Tour Winthrop, Jul. 19: 26th Annual Tour De Peaks Bike September Aug. 9: Coeur D'Alene Triathlon, Coeur Winthrop, WA, www.mountainfilm.org Ride, North Bend, WA, 25, 50, 100mi, D'Alene, ID, Tri, du, www.cdatriathlon.com Aug. 25: WA State Parks Free Day, Statewide, Sep. 3-7: USA Cycling Masters Road Na- www.tourdepeaks.org Aug. 9: Lake Tye Triathlon, Monroe, WA, NPS's birthday, www.adventureawaits.com Jul. 26: Tour de Whatcom, Bellingham, WA, tional Championships, Bend, OR, Sprint, Olympic, www.laketyetri.com 25, 50, 105mi, www.tourdewhatcom.com www.visitbend.com Aug. 10: Wild Hare Triathlon, Allyn, WA, Jul. 26: Jackson's Ride the Gorge, Hood Sep. 6: Rathdrum Adventure Race & Heri- Sprint, www.wstriclub.org Running River, OR, www.jacksonsridethegorge.org Aug. 16-17: Muds to Suds Race, Ferndale, tage Festival, Rathdrum, ID, July Jul. 26-27: DoubleDay Ride to Defeat ALS, www.rathdrumchamberofcommerce.com WA, www.mudstosuds.com Mt. Vernon, WA, 68-105mi, Aug. 16: Beaver Lake Triathlon, Beaver Lake Jul. 12: Run to the Top, Tacoma, WA, 5k, web.alsa.org/DoubleDayRide Sep. 13: Passport to Pain, Vashon Island, Park, Sammamish, WA, www.beaverlake.org www.metroparkstacoma.org Jul. 27: Tour de Kitsap, Kitsap Peninsula, WA, www.passport2pain.org Aug. 16: Whidbey Island Triathlon, Langley, Jul. 12: Kent Cornucopia Days 5k Fun Run, WA, www.westsoundcycling.com Kent, WA, www.kentwa.gov Sep. 20: Ride to Remember, Canby, OR, WA, www.whidbeytriathlon.com Jul. 12: Chuckanut Foot Race, Bellingham, Jul. 27: CF Cycle for Life Woodinville, www.ridetorememberpdx.com Aug. 17: Iron Girl, Seattle, WA, Woodinville, WA, cycle.cff.org .5miS/12miB/3.1miR, www.irongirl.com WA, 7mi, www.gbrc.net Jul. 31: RAMROD, Enumclaw, WA, Sep. 20: Tour de Whidbey, Oak Harbor, WA, Aug. 23: Lake Sammamish Triathlon, Is- Jul. 12: Mountain Madness Run, Sandy, OR, www.redmondcyclingclub.org www.whidbeygen.org saquah, WA, www.buduracing.com 5, 10k, www.mthoodac.com

30 July/August 2014 OutdoorsNW Jul. 12: Scott Cougar Mountain Trail Run Aug. 10: Mighty Tighty Whitey, Kirkland, Jul. 12-13: Paddle Bainbridge, Bainbridge, Aug. 9-10: Paddle Kitsap, Kitsap, WA, 20mi, Series #3, Newcastle, WA, WA, 5, 10k, www.trifreak.com WA, 27mi, www.olympicoutdoorcenter.com www.olympicoutdoorcenter.com www.nwtrailruns.com Aug. 10: Mud and Chocolate Trail Runs Jul. 12: Manchester Race, Manchester, WA, Aug. 9: Round Shaw Row, Shaw Island, WA, Jul. 12: Cougar Mountain Trail Running August, Sammamish, WA, 4.5mi, 1/2, 10-mi row, www.soundrowers.org 14mi, www.soundrowers.org Series July, Newcastle, WA, 10mi, www.mudandchocolate.com Jul. 13: Silver Lake Open Water Swim, Silver Aug. 16: Emerald City Open Water Swim www.seattlerunningclub.org Aug. 10-11: Four Lakes 10k, Garden Bay, Lake, WA, AquaRun adult and Youth Race., Race, Seattle, WA, www.cityofseattle.net Jul. 12: Magnuson Series Summer Spirit BC, www.sunshinecoastathletics.org www.finishstrongevents.com Aug. 17: Coeur d' Alene Crossing, Coeur Run, Seattle, WA, 5, 10, 15k, Aug. 10: Bridge of the Gods Run, Cascade Jul. 19: Seattle Dragonboat Festival & d'Alene, ID, 2.4mi, www.cdacrossing.com www.magnusonseries.org Locks, OR, 1/2, 10k, www.facebook.com/ Race, Seattle, WA, www.teamsurvivornw.org Aug. 18-22: Paddle Oregon, Willamette Jul. 12: Bandit Springs, Prineville, OR, One bridgeofthegodshalfmarathon Jul. 19: Fat Salmon Open Water Swim, Se- River, OR, 103mi, www.paddleoregon.org runner, one horse/rider, www.rideandtie.org Aug. 16: Ironkids, Lake Stevens, WA, attle, WA, 1, 3mi, www.fatsalmonswim.org Aug. 23-24: Columbia Gorge Paddle Chal- Jul. 12: Crown of Queen Anne Fun Run/ www.ironkids.com Jul. 19: Heroes 2 Oregon Paddle Challenge, lenge, Hood River, OR, Solo, team, Walk, Seattle, WA, 3.3mi, Aug. 16: 10k Bear Creek Run, Vernonia, OR, Lowell, OR, Dragonboat, www.gorgepaddlechallenge.com www.queenannehelpline.org 5, 10k, www.brazenracing.com www.eugenecascadescoast.org Aug. 23: Pacific Northwest Outrigger Chal- Jul. 13: Bare Buns Fun Run, Issaquah, WA, Aug. 16: Albany Half Marathon, Albany, OR, Jul. 26: Elk River Challenge, Westport, WA, lenge, Seattle, WA, Canoe, www.pnworca.org Clothing optional 5k, www.albanyhalfmarathon.org 2, 7mi, www.soundrowers.org Aug. 30: Martha Lake Open Water Swim, www.fraternitysnoqualmie.com Aug. 16: Run for Jacoby 5K, Puyallup, WA, Lynnwood, WA, www.MarthaLakeSwim.com Jul. 13: Fueled by Wine Fine Half Mara- www.goteamjacoby.com August thon, Stoller Vineyards, OR, Aug. 17: Color Rush 5k, Wenatchee, WA, Aug. 2: DaGrind, Seattle, WA, Canoe, September www.fueledbyfinewine.com www.colorwenatchee.com www.pnworca.org Sep. 1: Roy Webster Columbia River Cross- Jul. 13: Outdoor Sunday Evenings, Beaver- Aug. 23: Mesa Falls Marathon, Ashton, ID, Aug. 8: Blueseventy Friday Night Swim Race, Channel Swim, Hood River, OR, ton, OR, 5k, 1mi, www.swbible.org Full, 1/2, www.mesafallsmarathon.com Kent, WA, www.fridaynightswimraces.com www.hoodriver.org Jul. 13: See Jane Run, Seattle, WA, Women, Aug. 23: Seattle Marathon 10K Summer 1/2, 5k, www.seejanerun.com Race, Seattle, WA, www.seattlemarathon.org Jul. 13: Be the Match Walk/Run, Portland, Aug. 23-24: Cascade Crest Classic, Easton, OR, 1, 5k, www.bethematchfoundation.org WA, 100mi, www.cascadecrest100.com Jul. 19: Klahaya River Run, Snohomish, WA, Aug. 23: Summer Blast at Redmond Water- 1, 5mi, www.klahayadays.com shed, Redmond, WA, www.nwtrailruns.com Jul. 19: Seaside Beach Run, Seaside, OR, 5, Aug. 24: Dog Days of Summer, Bellingham, 10k, kids, www.seasidebeachrun.org WA, Full, 2.63mi, dogs welcome, Jul. 19: Refuse to Abuse 5K, Seattle, WA, www.whatcomhumane.org www.refusetoabuse5k.org Aug. 30: Pocatello Marathon Running the Jul. 20: Harvest Hay Half, Battle Ground, Gap, Pocatello, ID, Full, 1/2, 5 & 10k, 1mi, WA, www.harvesthayhalf.getboldevents.com www.pocatellomarathon.com Jul. 25-27: Eugene Marathon, Eugene, OR, Aug. 30: Over the Narrows Run, Gig Harbor, Full, 1/2, www.eugenemarathon.com WA, 10mi, 5k, www.overthenarrows.com Jul. 26: Anacortes Art Dash, Anacortes, WA, Aug. 31: Oregon Wine Country Half Mara- 1/2 & 5k, www.anacortesartsfestival.com thon, Willamette Valley, OR, 1/2, relay, Jul. 26: Torchlight Run at SEAFAIR, Seattle, www.run4oregonwine.com WA, 5, 8k, www.seafair.com Aug. 31: Oregon Wine Country Half Jul. 27: SummeRun & Walk for Ovarian Can- Marathon presented by Newton Running, cer, Seattle, WA, 5k, www.summerun.org Dayton, OR, www.destinationraces.com Jul. 27: Whiskey Dick 10k Run, Ellensburg, WA, www.buduracing.com September Jul. 27: Xterra Lord Hill Trail Half & 10K, Sep. 1: ORRC Wildwood Trail Trial, Portland, Snohomish, WA, www.nwtrailruns.com OR, 10k, www.orrc.net Jul. 27: Chuckanut Mountain 12k/30k, Bell- Sep. 1: Labor Day Half, Redmond, WA, 8am, ingham, WA, www.bellinghamclub.com Half Marathon run/walk, 4mirun/walk. Jul. 27: San Francisco Marathon, San Fran- www.labordayrun.com cisco, CA, Full, 1/2, 5k, www.runsfm.com Sep. 13: Slime Run, Carnation, WA, www.theslimerun.com August Sep. 28: Bellingham Bay Marathon, Belling- Aug. 1: Dual Duel Portland, Portland, OR, ham, WA, www.bellinghambaymarathon.org 10mi, sole/relay, www.orrc.net Aug. 2: Tacoma Narrows Half, Tacoma, WA, www.tcmaevents.com Walking/Fitness Aug. 2: Grand Ridge Trail Run, Issaquah, WA, 5mi, 1/2, full, 50k, July www.evergreentrailruns.com Aug. 16: Strides For Strong Bones 5k Fun Aug. 2: Foster Kids 5k, Redmond, WA, Run-Walk, Spokane, WA, www.fosterkids5k.org www.wastrongbones.org Aug. 2: Tacoma Narrows Half Marathon, Jul. 12-13: Relay for Life Mukilteo, Tacoma, WA, www.tacomanarrowshalf.com Mukilteo, WA, Benefits American Cancer Aug. 2: Spartan Race, Washougal, WA, Society, www.relayforlife.org Obstacles, www.spartanrace.com Jul. 13: Wacky Wheelays, Kirkland, WA, Aug. 2: Grand Ridge Trail Run II, Issaquah, Free, www.nsb.org WA, www.evergreentrailruns.com Jul. 25-27: IKEA Renton River Days Walk, Aug. 3: Port Gamble Half Marathon, Port Renton, WA, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10k, Gamble, WA, www.rootsrockrun.com www.rentonwa.gov Aug. 8: Electric Run Seattle, Seattle, WA, Jul. 26: Trek Across Tokeland, Long Beach, 5k, www.electricrun.com WA, www.funbeach.com Aug. 9: Park to Pint, Tacoma, WA, 5k, Jul. 27: Portland Brain Tumor Walk, Port- www.metroparkstacoma.org land, OR, www.braintumor.org Aug. 9: Haulin' Aspen Trail Run Half Mara- thon and Marathon, Bend, OR, August www.haulinaspen.com Aug. 22-23: Portland to Coast Walk Relay Aug. 9: Crater Lake Rim Runs, Crater Lake and High School Challenge, Portland, OR, Nat'l Park, OR, Full, 1/2, www.portlandtocoastwalk.com www.craterlakerimruns.com Aug. 9: Magnuson Series Summer Fitness Day, Seattle, WA, 5, 10k, 1/2, Watersports www.magnusonseries.org Aug. 9: Run with Heart 5K, Everett, WA, July www.runwithhearteverett.com Jul. 11: Blueseventy Friday Night Swim Aug. 10: Lake Union 10K, Seattle, WA, Race - July, Kent, WA, .5, 1.2 & 2.4mi, www.lakeunion10k.com www.fridaynightswimraces.com Aug. 10: Timberline Mt Run, Mt. 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