California Running Races

1/10/2009 XTERRA Boney Mountain Xduro 6k, 21k Thousand Oaks CA Brennan Linder, Generic Events 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com info@genericevent.com Race #2 takes place in Point Mugu State Park, but for this event we start on the northen edge of the park. The start is in Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa National Park in Newbury Park (just west of Thousand Oaks). The event field is limited, so enter early! There are aweseome finisher medals to the first 300 finishers!

1/24/2009 High Trek Adventure Los Angeles ~5-8 miles; Participants may use public transportation and foot Hollywood CA Jason Hofsess 480-326-4893 www.hightrekadventure.com info@hightrekadventure.com High Trek Adventure is a unique urban adventure game where brains beat brawn! Teams of 2-6 solve clever clues and face fun challenges all while navigating the urban landscape via foot or on public transportation! It's a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of The Amazing Race, mixed in with Trivial Pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse. And voila! You've got High Trek Adventure! Championship Race Grand Prize: $12,345.67

02/01/2009 Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon & 5K Half Marathon & 5K San Francisco's Golden Gate Park-JFK by Stow Lake Drive California Diane Kotta (415)759 2690 www.kp.org/sf info@rhodyco.com Both races start at 8AM; both utilized Golden Gate Park and the Half Marathon continues along the Pacific Ocean.

02/01/09 Surf City Marathon/ Half Marathon and 5K Distance: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Mile Location : 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach State : CA Contact : Kinane Events Phone : 1-888-433-0786 Fax : Website : http://www.runsurfcity.com Email : info@runsurfcity.com Additional Info : : Surf City USA'Ѕ Marathon Events: Marathon Half Marathon 5K Kids 1Mile. Event Date: February 1, 2009 Event Time: 6:50AM Marathon Start 7:15 AM 5K Start 7:45 AM Half Marathon Wave Starts 8:35 AM Kids Races start City: Huntington Beach State: CA Event Location (e.g., Address or crossroads): Huntington Street and Pacific Coast Hwy. Event Address: 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy. Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Event Phone Number (for questions): 888.422. ORUN (0786) Event Website: www.runsurfcity.com General Event Information (any unique details): The race will have 16,000 runners California'Ѕs most popular Beach Front Marathon. A fast course with rolling hills and a whitewater view for much of the course. Distance(s): Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid'Ѕs 1 Mile Proceeds Benefit: Free Wheelchair Mission, Kiwanis Club, Key Clubs, Orange County Area Service clubs. Sponsors: TIMEX, Arrowhead, Time Warner, Crocs Event Features: An amazing collector series of surfboard finisher medals, Surf Bands along the course and a beachfront expo. Contact Name: Kinane Events Contact Phone: 888.4330786 Contact Email: info@runsurfcity.com

2/1/2009 XTERRA Mission Gorge Trail Run 15k, 5k Mission Trails Regional Park, San Diego California Brennan Linder, Generic Events 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com info@genericevent.com Race #5 takes place at Mission Trails Regional Park, just east of La Jolla and just northeast of downtown San Diego. The event field is limited to, so enter early!

02/07/2009 Team Challenge Crohn's and Colitis Training Program Distance: 1/2 Marathon Location : Sports Basement - Presidio A Phone : 415.356.2234 Fax : 415.356.0880 Website : www.ccteamchallenge.org Email : blong@ccfa.org Additional Info : Join Team Challenge ' Crohn's & Colitis and train for half marathon in Kona, HI 6/28/09 or Napa, CA 7/19/09! By training with Team Challenge you will run or walk a half marathon while helping raise critical funds to find a cure for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. At our informational meeting you will meet the coaches, teammates, and learn more about how you can bring hope and advanced research to the battle against digestive diseases. Save the date for an information meeting in February to find out all you need to know about Team Challenge ' Crohn's and Colitis! 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2009 ' Sports Basement - Presidio 610 Old Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94129 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, 2009 ' Sports Basement ' Bryant Street 1590 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2009 ' Chevy's Embarcadero Center 2 Embarcadero Center (Promenade Level), San Francisco, CA 94111 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 18, 2009 ' Sports Basement - Sunnyvale 1177 Kern Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 6:00 p.m. Thursday, February 26, 2009 ' Crushpad Winery 2573 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 For more information please contact Breanne Long at 415.345.2234 blong@ccfa.org or visit our website at www.ccteamchallenge.org!

02/07/2009 Buffalo Run Half Marathon and 5K Catalina Island CA Kylee Belflower 714.978.1528 714.978.1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com kylee@pacificsportsllc.com The half marathon is the ultimate in trail running using the East End trails of Catalina Island. The event also features a popular 5K course. Estimated Participants: 600

02/14/2009 PAM'S Run for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness 5K and 10K Westlake Village City Hall-31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA CA jessica bardwil 818-687-1470 www.road2acure.kintera.org/pamsrun jbardwil@gmail.com $25 prior to Feb. 8; $35 after Feb.8. Race Day Registration Opens at 7:30am. Starts at 9am

02/21/2009 Riverside Raincross 5K Run 5K, 1K 2601 Fairmount Blvd. Ca Erica Green 951.826.2031 951-826-2022 www.riversideca.gov/park_rec egreen@riversideca.gov Riverside Raincross 5K Run/Walk at Historic Fairmount Park Saturday, February 21, 2009 5K Individual $20, $25 after February 2 Kid’s 1K $10, $15 after February 2 Join us at 7:30 a.m. (check-in begins 6:30 a.m.) for the 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk through Fairmount Park! The 5K features a scenic course with a slight incline. The event will also feature a kid’s 1K with all youth receiving a participation award. Pre-registration will be accepted at your local community center, the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (3936 Chestnut Street), or online at www.riversideca.gov/park_rec until Thursday, Feb. 19 at 5 p.m.

2/21/09 Race on the Base 5K & 10K Run, 5K Walk, 1K Kids Run Run, 10K In-Line Skate/Wheelchair, Reverse Triathlon Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos CA Emeline Moya 562-430-1073 x 510 www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us emoya@ci.los-alamitos.ca.us The course is located on the Joint Forces Training Base runways. Helicopters, planes and military vehicles line portions of the 100% flat course. A vendor expo, family fun zone, and pancake breakfast are also included in the event.

03/01/09 San Luis Mountain Run 10k San Luis Obispo CA Outside Mind Events 805 541-0401 http://www.slomountainrun.com/ racing@slomountainrun.com This beautifully rugged trail race begins at Laguna Lake Park and circumnavigates Cerro San Luis. The 6.2-mile course is laced with fun single track and fire road. With an elevation gain of over 1000 feet, this is no ordinary 10k.

03/14/2009 Catalina Island Marathon Marathon, Avalon 10K, 5K, Kids Run Catalina Island CA Kylee Belflower 714.978.1528 714.978.1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com kylee@pacificsportsllc.com The Catalina Marathon is one of the most scenic, challenging courses in the world! Traverse the off-road trails from Two Harbors to the finish in Avalon. The event also features a 5K, 10K, and Kids Run. Estimated Participants: 1,000

3/15/09 Susan G Komen LA County Race for the Cure 5K Area H South of the Rose Bowl Pasadena CA 626.577.2700 626.577.4744 http://komenlacounty.org info@komenlacounty.org Newly certified flat & fast course for the 5K Run/Walk and also a 1K Family Fun Run. Join in the fight against Breast Cancer and help raise funds for the cause.

03/21/2009 Pleasanton Ridge Run 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk Pleasanton Ridge California Stuart Smith 925-998-0734 http://www.ebtrailrunners.com stuart.smith@ebtrailrunners.com The Pleasanton Ridge, which encompasses 4085 acres of wilderness and open space, is an outdoor paradise in our backyard. It includes 25 miles of trails with canyon views and ridge top vistas. Race begins in the Foothill Road staging area and ascends to the top of the ridge. This run will give you great views of the Tri Valley, Mount Diablo and Mission Peak. All participants receive a T-shirt.

03/21/2009 The Great Urban Race Los Angeles Varies Los Angeles California The GUR Crew 773-770-6032 Additional Details and Website

03/28/2009 9th Annual Dr. John C. Trettin Memorial 5k Run/Walk 5k 4350 Constellation Road, Lompoc CA Kent Yankee 805-733-0754 kentyankee@aol.com This race is held in honor of a great man who was killed in a bicycling accident in 2000. The proceeds of the race go to scholarships in his name to local high school seniors. The course starts at the track and enters the surrounding chapparel with grass, hard dirt and loose sand. Awards 3 deep in 10 divisions as well as overall winner plaques. There is also a free raffle for race participants. Registration at 8am; Race begins at 9am. We run rain or shine.

03/29/2009 The 25th Anniversary Presidio 10 Race 10k or 10 mile Crissy Field, San Francisco California Jim Benton 415-856-0939 415-856-0949 www.presidio10.com jim@presidio10.com Event Name: 25th Anniversary Presidio 10 Race Event Date: March 29, 2009 Location: San Francisco, CA (Crissy Field) The 25th running of a fun, family-oriented race in the Presidio of San Francisco benefitting The Guardsmen (www.guardsmen.org) and The Ashlyn Dyer Foundation (www.ashlyndyer.com). Runners can run either a 10 mile or a 10 kilometer scenic course starting and finishing at Crissy Field. Both run courses go over and back on the Golden Gate Bridge. Site: www.presidio10.com Contact: Jim Benton (jim@presidio10.com)

03/29/2009 BeatSarcoma Fun Run 5k and 10k Conservatory of flowers, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco California http://www.beatsarcoma.org/BeatSarcoma_Fun_Run_2009.html funrun@beatsarcoma.org BeatSarcoma organize a running race in order to raise awareness sarcomaвЂ™s problem. What: 5K for runners/walkers/strollers; 10K for runners When: March 29, 2009. Start: 8:30AM for 10K and 9:00AM for 5K Where: Conservatory of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco More information: http://beatsarcoma.org/BeatSarcoma_Fun_Run_2009.html What is great about it! 1. Free t-shirts to all finishers 2. Free massage available to all participants 3. Kids category! - with a medals and a prize! 4. Complimentary Coat 'Room' Prizes and /or medals available for top finishers:, 2 x $75 Gift certificates from Sports Basement, Free pass to BATS Improv show for 2, 3 x Free pass to Double Entendre show for 2, 1 Gift certificate for La Ciccia, 12 Gift certificates for Java Beach Cafe, 1 'Elise' cap, and more! Awards for the top fundraisers/donors:, $200 Gift certificate from San Remo Hotel, Day sail on the Bay for 2, wine included Beat Sarcoma is a non profit organization launch in July 2007. The mission of the organization is to raise funds for sarcoma-specific research and to support anyone who is dealing with sarcoma.

03/29/2009 Bulldog Dash 5K Run/Walk 5K, 1/2M Kid's Run Maidu Park, Roseville CA scott taggart 916-716-0028 www.bulldogdash.org contact@bulldogdash.org Fast, flat 5K on closed course around scenic park. Course is on paved hiking/biking trail. Lots of raffle prizes. T-shirts included for pre-reg, first-come, first-served for race-day. All proceeds to school. Information at http://bulldogdash.org

04/05/2009 5th Annual City of Los Angeles 5K Run/Walk for Victims' Rights 5K Point Fermin Park 807 Paseo Del Mar - San Pedro, CA 90731 California Kathy Colobong (213) 978-2167 (213) 978-2109 http://www.larun4victimsrights.com/ kathy.colobong@lacity.org This is a 5K Run/Walk at beautiful Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. The 5K course is fairly flat and is considered a "fast" course. Mile splits and water station along the course. A Community Resource Expo, entertainment and food and drink galore await finishers. A finisher's Medal, T-Shirt, goodie Bag included. $20.00/$10 Under 18/55+ Years of age.

4/5/2009 Brickyard 4 & 8 Mile Martinez California Aaron F. 925-313-0440 http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1688863&assetId=3f5502d4-9ecb-420d-8da2-c9f09084fe1b bluebarracudas123@yahoo.com 41st Annual Luka Seikulich Memorial Brickyard Run Martinez to Port Costa Outback 8 Mile RRCA State Championship Race & 4 mile Race Sunday April 5, 2009 8:30 a.m. The 8 mile outback course is set along a scenic rolling hills course along Carquinez Scenic Drive. This is a great taper down training run for the Big Sur Marathon. The race is a warm-up race for the East Bay Challenge Series Beginning in May with the Tilden Tough 10. The State Championship Race is sponsored by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) and Gatorade .The 4 mile Course is the “Half Brickyard” outback, same course. Walkers are restricted to the 4 mile course only. Entry Fee: $20 Adults pre register, $25 Race Day $15 Youth (12 and under) Register By mail: Alhambra HS Track – Field 150 E St. Martinez Ca. 94553 Mail Entries must be received by April 3, 2009 Checks Payable to “AHS Track-Field”

04/18/2009 Run For Good 5K 5K Downtown Fairfield CA Timothy Tenne 707-688-3921 www.runforgood5k.com info@runforgood5k.com

4/19/2009 River City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K/5K Run & Walks 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K, 5K Sacramento CA Robert Mathis 775-232-7933 http://www.RiverCityMarathon.com info@rivercitymarathon.com Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Run/Walk The course is run on the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail/American River Parkway from Negro Bar(Folsom) to Discovery Park(Sacramento). Half Marathon starts at William Pond Park and finishs at Discovery Park. It is a point to point course(not an out and back) along the beautiful American River Parkway. Dri Release shirts for all Marathon and Half Marathon runners/walkers.(Cotton shirts for 5K/10K runners/walkers)

04/19/2009 XTERRA Redwood Peak Trail Run 15k, 5k Redwood Regional Park, Oakland HIlls CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #2 of the new NorCal Series takes place at Redwood Regional Park in the Oakland Hills! The 15k and 5k courses feature singletrack and fireroad trails and amazing views amongst the giant redwoods. Event field is limited, so enter early!

4/19/2009 Kring & Chung Newport Beach Triathlon Newport Beach CA Kylee Belflower 714.978.1528 714.978.1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com kylee@pacificsportsllc.com The race will begin with a Ѕ mile swim in the Back Bay of Newport Beach followed by a 15 mile two-loop cycling course, which will take place on Back Bay and Eastbluff Drives. The race will conclude with a new fast and scenic 3 mile run course. Estimated Participants: 850

04/25/2009 Morgan Territory Fun Run 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk Livermore California Stuart Smith 925-998-0734 http://www.ebtrailrunners.com stuart.smith@ebtrailrunners.com Expansive ridgetop views reveal Mount Diablo to the west, Mount St. Helena to the north and the snow-covered Sierra to the east. The 3.7 mile course will be great for beginner trail runners with elevation gain and drop being under 300 feet. The 6.24 mile course is another story with a gain and fall of 1100 feet. Due to the size of the parking lot, participation is limited to the first 80 entries. Registration opens at 7:30 am, race begins at 830 am. All participants receive a T-shirt.

5/2/09 Porterville Breakfast Rotary Club Cancer 5K Run/Walk THE PORTERVILLE BREAKFAST ROTARY PRESENTS THE 8th ANNUAL PORTERVILLE CANCER 5K RUN/Walk Saturday, May 2, 2009 8:00 AM Starting at Granite Hills High School 1701 E. Putnam Ave., Porterville, CA Run/Walk in Honor of a Friend or Family Member Who has Been Affected by Cancer Online Registration and Additional Details

5/2/09 American River Parkway Half Marathon & 5K Distance: Half Marathon & 5K Location : Sacramento State : CA Contact : Ken Press Phone : 916-722-3481 Fax : Website : www.parkwayhalf.com Email : ken@sacfit.com Additional Info : The only half marathon in the world with two separate course - one for walkes and one for runners. Course winds along a tree lined park trail (paved trail with wide dirt shoulders) next to the American River. Ten water stations. Full post-race lunch. No city streets or traffic to worry about! Course open until every one finishes.

05/03/2009 Santa Monica Classic 5K/10K - Spectacular point-to-point course. Finish Line Expo on the Santa Monica Pier." Santa Monica CA 310-271-7200 www.santamonicaclassic.com smc@lamarathon.com Nike Dri-Fit shirts for all participants

5/3/2009 RotoRun 2009 5k/10k Ron Feist Community Park CA Mary Calvert 916-300-3863 www.gbrotary.org/Programs.html mary@ufunctionaltraining.com Please visit the website for all race information and to download a brochure and race registration.

05/03/2009 Workday Devil Mountain Run 5K/10K Restored Railroad Museum-Danville CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com Both courses run out on residential streets and back on the Iron Horse Trail. Kids dashes follow during the post-race expo.

5/9/09 Sneaker Challenge Distance: 5K & 1 Mile run/walk Location : Liberty Station, Point Loma Phone : 858-336-2905 Fax : Website : www.sneakerchallenge.com Email : Additional Info : All the proceeds from this run go directly to support PE programs in 14 San Diego charter schools grades K-12. We need your support, our children need to have PE in school. With budget cuts PE programs are being cut. Please sign up today online or donate.

05/09/2009 Rina's Run 5K run, 5K walk, 10K run, 1 mi. kid's run Ripon High School start (301 N. Acacia) and runs through streets of Ripon CA Laurie Reilly 209-985-7445 www.rcafsite.com rcaf@clearwire.net Kid's 1 mi. run for ages 5-12 starts at 8am. 5K run/walk and 10K run for all ages starts at 8:30am. / Check-in a& race day registration opens at 6:30am. Benefits Stouffer Field Revitalization (Ripon High's stadium), Ages 12&under and 60&better are $15. Ages 13-59 are $30. $5 more on race day. Tshirt, goodybags, and post-race refreshments included in cost. Medals three deep. Strollers welcome, but please no dogs, bikes, or skateboards. Bouncehouse in stadium for kids whose parents are running. Supervision not provided. Great family event. High school athletes lining the course cheering you on, cheerleaders giving you water...Mayberry atmosphere - what more could you ask?

5/9/09 Run with the Panthers 5K Run/Walk & 1K Cub Fun Run 5K Run/Walk & 1K Cub Fun Run The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos CA Jeremy Beck 951-273-1752 www.runwiththepanthers.com coronapantherstc@sbcglobal.net Event brought to you by Corona Panthers Youth Track Club. Proudly sponsored by Dos Lagos & Nike. Free pair of Nike running shoes, Ed Hardy panther necklace, and trophy for overall male/female finisher. See www.runwiththepanthers.com for event details.

05/09/2009 16th Annual Human Race of Silicon Valley USATF Certified 10K Run and 5K Run, 5K Walk, 5K Dog Walk Charleston Park/ Shoreline at Mountain View (1450 Ampitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043) California Timothy Tom 408-247-1126 x.327 408-247-5805 www.vcsv.us/humanrace development@vcsv.us 16th Annual Human Race (May 9, 2009) Certified 10K/5K has USATF sanction #08-38-042 and certification # (CA06003TK) 10K & (CA06004TK) 5K Runs and a 5K Pledge Walk. 5K Walk course is flat and wheelchair accessible. Roller blades, scooters and strollers are welcome on Walk course. Walkers with leashed dogs have a separate course along Steven Creek outside of Shoreline Park. Make your participation really count in this 16th Annual Human Race serving Santa Clara County, San Mateo County and the greater Silicon Valley area, by collecting pledges for your favorite Community Based Non-Profit Organization or school program. Get your pledge form and additional information about the Human Race at http://www.vcsv.us/humanrace/,GENERAL RACE INFORMATION, Date: Saturday, May 9, 2009 Time: Registration and Check in Begins: 7:00 AM 10K & 5K Run Start Time: 8:30 AM 5K Pledge Walk: 8:45 AM Awards Ceremony and Community Festival Location: Charleston/Shoreline Park adjacent to Google Campus 1450 Amphitheatre Parkway Mountain View, CA 94043

05/09/2009 Ayala Park Marathon & 3, 6, 12 Hour Races Any distance. 12 hour time limit Ruben S. Ayala Park, 14225 Central Ave., Chino, CA 91710 CA Charlie Alewine, RD 909-419-2777 www.charliealewineracing.com >www.charliealewine@gmail.com> Fast, flat course on sidewalk, grass and dirt around and in beautiful Ayala Park. Run the marathon or any distance you choose in 3, 6, 12 hours. Awards to top 3 runners in each of 4 races. T-shirts, medals to all finishers. Post race food. Fun family park.

5/9/2009 XTERRA Malibu Creek Challenge Xduro 14 mile, 4 mile Malibu Creek State Park, Malibu California Brennan Linder, Generic Events 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com info@genericevent.com Race #6 takes place at the breathtaking Malibu Creek State Park, located in Malibu/Calabasas, CA. The event field is limited, so enter early! Finisher Medals are guaranteed to the first 500 finishers!

05/16/2009 The Great Urban Race San Francisco Varies San Francisco California The GUR Crew 773-770-6032 Additional Details and Website

05/16/2009 5K-1K Run/Walk 5K/ 1K Moonlight Beach- Downtown Encinitas California Nick Buck 760.633.2740 www.encinitasrace.com nbuck@ci.encinitas.ca.us Encinitas runners and walkers, this is your event! The Parks and Recreation Department will host the City of Encinitas 5K-1K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 16 in downtown Encinitas. The 5K-1K Run/Walk is a USA Track and Field certified course and sanctioned race. The 5K run begins at 8:00am, 1K at 9:00am. The 5K-1K Run/Walk is part of the City of Encinitas hosted Encinitas Sports and Fitness Festival. Festival events include the Encinitas Sprint Triathlon, the San Diego Century Bicycle Tour, Encinitas Sports and Fitness Expo and much more. For complete event information, visit www.EncinitasRace.com . Register on-line at Active.com or using the Registration Form attached. You can also pick up a Form and postcard in the Parks and Recreation Department office. Race information can be found at www.EncinitasRace.com . All participants will receive a full color event T-shirt and goody bag. Course support will include timing stations, water stations, first aid and safety provided by the San Diego Sheriff’s Department. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each age category. All youth participants under the age of 12 will receive a participation medal. Don’t miss this great North County event in beautiful downtown Encinitas. After the run/walk, stick around to check out the Sports and Fitness Festival at the Moonlight Beach parking lot and grab a bite to eat at one of Encinitas’ many great downtown restaurants. Be a part of the excitement!

05/23/2009 Urban Dare San Diego 5 - 7 miles San Diego CA Additional details and website

05/24/2009 The Burton Pickle 5K Run/Walk 5K Trinity Village - Hawkins Bar, CA 95527 CA Patti Goldman 310-729-5449 www.theburtonpickle5k.com pagoldman@hotmail.com Event day registration 8am - 8:30am Race begins at 9am. You can also register on the website. All proceeds benefit the Hawkins Bar Volunteer Fire Department. COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL GIVEN TO ALL FINISHERS 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Trophies: 5k Men/Women ~DRAWING~ BARBEQUE ~ Hamburgers $5/ Hot Dogs $3 (Including choice of salad) Drinks & Desert Extra

05/25/2009 Los Angeles Marathon 26.2 Miles Los Angeles CA 310-271-7200 www.lamarathon.com info@lamarathon.com other events include Acura Bike Tour, 5K run/walk, Quality of Life Expo

5/25/09 Memorial Day 5k/10k Contact : Joe Martinez Phone : 951-245-4487 Fax : 951-245-0305 Website : http://www.stormbaseball.com Email : jmartinez@stormbaseball.com Additional Info : Memorial Day 5k/10k at The Lake Elsinore Diamond. Portion of proceeds to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and Jacob's House. Race begins on May 25th, 2009 at 8:30 a.m. Run is on the lake levee and finishes in the stadium. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Runners can pre-register by logging on to www.stormbaseball.com or go directly to KathyLoperEvents.com Cost is $28 for adults; $18 for kids under 18, military and seniors (60+) For more information, contact Joe Martinez at 951-245-4487

05/30/2009 Nitro Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K 13.1 Miles, 10 Km, 5Km Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park California Brazen Racing 510-750-5919 510-225-0197 http://www.brazenracing.com/nitrotrail racedirector@brazenracing.com Home of gunpowder and dynamite manufacturers for almost 100 years, this land became part of the East Bay Regional Parks in the 70s. With panoramic views of the bay, wildflowers, over 100 species of bird and eucalyptus woodlands (originally planted to buffer potential explosions!), Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park is the hidden gem of the East Bay. Course is 90% dirt trails with light rolling hills. Perfect for first-timers and those looking for a relatively fast and scenic trail run.

05/30/09 Miracle Miles for Kids Morro Rock California Kirnan Klein (805) 781-3535 www.fcni.org kklein@fcni.org 6th Annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10k walk/run The Family Care Network’s 6th annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10K Walk/Run will take place on May 30th, 2009. The 10K (6.2 miles) race course runs along the water’s edge from Morro Rock to the Cayucos Pier, one of the most beautiful stretches of beach in California. When participants cross the finish line, they will be treated to a post-race party with live music, lunch, a diverse vendor fair, children’s activities and an award ceremony. In addition, every walker/runner will receive a goody bag filled with fun items and a 2009 Miracle Miles commemorative t-shirt! This event has something for everyone—from the serious athlete trying to beat their personal best to moms and dads looking for something fun the whole family can enjoy. The race begins at 8:30 am and the post-race celebration runs from 9:00am-12:30 pm. All are welcome to participate in one or both portions of this exciting event! Register at www.FCNI.org.

05/30/09 Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash 2k & 5k William Land Park, Sacramento CA Anna Zablah (916) 383-7387, ext. 9102 (916) 383-7062 www.sspca.org specialevents@sspca.org What: The Sacramento SPCA will hold its 16th Annual Doggy Dash and Bark at the Park Festival. The 2k and 5k fun run/walk and festival is Sacramento’s premier dog-friendly event, featuring live music, hundreds of vendors, demonstrations, pug races and canine contests, the new KidZone and much more. When: Saturday, May 30, 2009. Registration begins at 7:30 am; run/walk begins at 9:00 am; festival begins at 10:00 am; Live entertainment by The Indestructibles begins at 11:00 am. Where: William Land Park (Village Green Area) – Corner of Freeport Boulevard and Sutterville Road, Sacramento. Why: The Sacramento SPCA will care for more than 12,000 animals this year alone. Funds raised through the Doggy Dash go directly to help homeless animals at the SPCA. In addition to being an important fundraiser, Doggy Dash and the Bark at the Park Festival is a great way to enjoy fun in the sun with or without your canine friend. What Else: Registration is $25 before May 22, $30 thereafter. Or form a group and register as a fundraising Pack for $40 per person. Children eight and under are free. Free parking is available at Sacramento City College on Sutterville Road. For more information or to register: Log on to www.sspca.org/doggydash, call (916) 383-7387, ext. 9102, or email specialevents@sspca.org.

5/31/09 San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Distance: 26.2 Location : San Diego Contact : Kari Logan Address : 6th and Palm City : San Diego State : CA Zip : 92101 Country : USA Phone : 858-450-6510 Fax : Website : www.rnrmarathon.com Email : calendar@competitorgroup.com Additional Info : Now is the time to lace up those running shoes and start training! Voted Best Race and Best Post-Race Party by Competitor Magazine, the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in San Diego is a unique event that combines running with entertainment. Twenty-six stages host live music along the course while 2,000 cheerleaders encourage runners to the finish line, and this year, the Running Elvis contingency is going for the world record-which means more racecourse excitement for everyone! In addition, the event features a post race concert highlighting a major headliner act. Past performers include Seal, Ozomatli, Pinback, Live, Chris Isaak, Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth, Hootie & the Blowfish, Chicago, Pat Benatar, and Huey Lewis and the News. The marathon weekend also includes a two day Health & Fitness Expo where you'll find the latest in gear, services and apparel.

06/06/2009 West Virginia 5K Championship 5K Huntington WV Pat Riley (304) 416-5822 www.tristateracer.com/wv5k pat@tristateracer.com

06/06/2009 Chula Vista Community Fun Run 5k U.S. Olympic Training Center, 2800 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista CA Janet Francis (619) 482-6148 Active.com Janet.Francis@usoc.org Get set to walk, stroll or run at the U.S. Olympic Training Center on Saturday, June 6 as the center opens its gates to the public for the Chula Vista Community 5k Fun Run/Walk! The fun run will be held at one of the most inspirational locations in San Diego County. Participants have the opportunity to run along side Olympians through the exclusive Olympic Village -- all to benefit a great cause! With the ongoing financial crisis at City Hall, many of the services and programs local children have come to enjoy are in jeopardy. In an effort to help ease the financial burden, the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, South Bay Expressway and other sponsors have joined efforts and are partnering to benefit four local Chula Vista charity organizations: Friends of the Chula Vista Nature Center, Friends of Chula Vista Library, Friends of Chula Vista Park and Recreation and H.E.A.R.T. for the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility. A community expo and celebration with food, fun and music will follow the race. The event is open to all ages, including walkers, families, community groups and corporate teams. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome. Registration is now open on Active.com. Costs are $15 for individuals, $35 for a family for four, $200 for a team of eight and $500 for corporate teams up to 15 people.

6/7/2009 Playa del Run Beach Festival Huntington Beach Distance: 1 Mile Swim, 5k Run, 1 Mile Sand Sprint Location : Huntington Beach, CA Phone : 310-821-7898 Fax : 3108217899 Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : ashley@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 4 event series has stops in some of the top beach cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some fun at the beach, "friendly" competition and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between a 5k Run, an aquathlon (swim/run) a 1 mile swim or a 1 mile sand sprint. Points will be awarded for the top finishers for each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly.

06/13/2009 XTERRA Marin Headlands Trail Run 1/2 Marathon, 7k Marin Headlands, Marin County CA CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #3 of the new NorCal series takes place in the Marin Headlands. The 1/2 marathon and 7k runs will be a mix of fire road and single tracks thorughout the park. The event field is limited, so enter early!

06/13/2009 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon Varies Marina Green California Shelbi 415 380 8390 www.escapefromalcatraztriathlon.com shelbi@spinpr.com TOP ATHLETES FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO INVADE SAN FRANCISCO FOR ESCAPE FROM ALCATRAZ TRIATHLON JUNE 14 Icy Water Swim, Grueling Road Terrain and Sandy Hill Climbs Deliver Non-stop Action to the City by the Bay WHAT: Hundreds of top athletes from around the world will take over the streets and bay waters of San Francisco for the 29th annual Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Sending triathletes on an icy cold 1.5 mile swim from Alcatraz Island to the San Francisco shoreline, an 18 mile hilly bike ride through the Presidio and an eight mile trail run through Golden Gate Recreational Area, this high profile athletic event showcases the beauty of San Francisco. This world renowned triathlon, in which only 2,000 triathletes/relay teams can participate, is sold out within hours of the registration opening every year. Fans will not want to miss this world class sporting event at the Marina Green where they can see the swim start and end, the athlete transition areas and the finish line. Spectators also are invited to enjoy the free Fitness Festival & Expo throughout the weekend featuring dozens of vendors, product demonstrations, refreshments and more. WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. – Fitness Festival & Expo and Registration Sunday, June 14, 8 a.m. – Race Start 12 p.m. Awards Ceremony 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Fitness Festival & Expo WHERE: Marina Green – Near the St. Francis Yacht Club at 99 Yacht Rd., San Francisco WHO: Professional athletes confirmed to race this year include winners of the 2007 and 2008 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlons Andy Potts, from the U.S. and Leanda Cave, from Great Britain; 2006 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon winner and 2008 Olympian Matt Reed, from the U.S.; 2006 Escape from Alcatraz champion Becky Lavelle, from the U.S.; and French triathlete and one of the world’s fastest swimmers Benjamin Sanson. Athletes participate in the following classes: professional men and women; amateur men and women: 16 and under; 17-19, 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80+; CEO challenge; corporate relay; and challenged athletes. WHY: The Challenged Athletes Foundation and the Golden Gate Triathlon Club participate and benefit from the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.escapefromalcatraztriathlon.com

06/14/2009 2009 Los Angeles Frontrunners Pride Run 5K, 10K, Ultra (5K & 10K), Kiddie Run 8300 Santa Monica Blvd, (West Hollywood City Hall @ Sweetzer), West Hollywood California Bernie Tan (818) 502-5048 http://www.lafrontrunners.com/PrideRun2009.html lafrRacedirector@gmail.com Come early and run/walk for a cause, then stay for the pride festivities! Pride Run 2009 marks the 28th anniversary of the LA Frontrunners Run/Walk for LGBT Pride. Come join us in celebrating 28 years of running, fitness, friendship, and family! Proceeds from this year’s race will be donated to the Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing (www.gleh.org) Course: Loop – starts on 8300 Santa Monica Blvd, by N. Sweetzer Ave., by the City Hall in West Hollywood Registration: Online at active.com (event id: 1707527) or mail form by 6/5/09. Also register at packet pick-up or race day. Download forms at www.lafrontrunners.com. Packet Pick-Up: Sat., 6/13, 9-11AM, Griffith Park flag pole at Jimmy Stewart Memorial across from ranger station Griffith Park/Crystal Springs Drive. Also on Race morning starting at 6AM Race Day Parking: Street parking is available. Parking permit restrictions will be waived by the City of West Hollywood on June 14 5K & 10K Run Awards: Awards will be given to the top 3 overall males and females in both the 5K and 10K Run. Age group awards are top 3 in the following categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+ 5K Race Walk & Ultra Pride Run Awards: Awards will be given in the 5K Race Walk and Ultra Pride Run to the top 3 overall males and females.

06/14/2009 Valley Crest Half Marathon 13.1 miles Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park, Tarzana, CA CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 575-756-1926 http://www.trailrunevents.com valleycrestrun@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic mountain half-marathon run on historic Mulholland Drive fire road. 8th annual. Awards: Overall male/female; 1st through 3rd place in 5-year divisions; Sponsor donated prizes to first place age division winners; t-shirts; finisher medals; free runners raffle. A Road Runner Club of America Championship Race. A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race. Online Registration Link: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1644835&assetId=260cdb66-f01c-437c-a7d1-990bb393f9c3

06/21/2009 Ayala Park 5K & 10K Races 5K , 10K Ruben S. Ayala Park, 14225 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 CA Charlie Alewine, RD 909-419-2777 www.charliealewineracing.com charliealewine@gmail.com Fast, flat course on sidewalks, grass and dirt around and in beautiful Ayala Park. Awards to top 3 runners in each race. T-shirts, medals to all finishers. Post race food. Fun family park.

06/21/09 The Home Depot Center 5k/10k Run 5k/10k Home Depot Center, Carson California Ryan Golden 1.877.234.8425 http://www.homedepotcenter.com/contentright.php?section=foundation&page=hdc-run Summer is around the corner and that means The Home Depot Center's events calendar is heating up. To celebrate, the facility will host its Inaugural "Home Depot Center 5K/10K Run" on the 125-acre multi-sports campus on June 21 at 8 a.m. to benefit The Home Depot Center Charitable Foundation. Registration starts at $35 (with an option to upgrade for sideline tickets - $65) for the run/walk ($45 registration day of event) includes tickets to two exciting summer sporting events at The Home Depot Center - June 28 LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo June 21 LA Sol vs. FC Gold Pride. The 5K/10K run/walk course highlights the grounds of the 125-acre campus of The Home Depot Center on the campus of California State University, Dominguez Hills. Participants will run a course that starts and finishes at the 10,000-seat track & field facility and includes the running through the 27,000-seat soccer stadium, 8,000-seat tennis stadium, as well as parts of the dirt trail of Avalon Blvd. and Victoria St. in Carson, Calif. A timing company will be used for those wishing to get their official race time from start to finish. A portion of the proceeds from the 5K/10K Run will be donated to The Home Depot Center Charitable Foundation, which provides financial and in-kind support for educational, recreational and social service programs to improve the lives of young people in the city of Carson and the Greater Southern California region. The foundation has donated more than $500,000 to youth organizations since opening the facility in 2003.

06/21/2009 Culver City Run/Walk 5K Corner of Culver Blvd. and Main St. in downtown Culver City CA D'Lynda Fisher 310-838-6588 310-838-6022 www.culvercitycrunwalk.com info@sporteve.com Sporteve hosts the second annual Culver City Run/Walk on Sunday, June 21 to benefit The Wellness Community-West Los Angeles. The 5K Run/Walk is a flat, fast course through historic downtown Culver City. The race course begins at the corner of Culver Blvd. and Main St. in downtown Culver City and runs west on Washington Blvd. to Center St. and then back. Start time for the 5K is 8:30 a.m.

06/27/2009 30th Annual Pride Run 5K/10K San Francisco CA Ryan Kerian 773-895-3731 http://www.sfpriderun.org racedirector@sfpriderun.org San Francisco FrontRunners' Pride Run is a premier charity sporting event held each year during Pride weekend to promote a festive, healthy and inclusive community.

06/28/2009 Vibha Dream Mile 2009 5k, 10k Soreline Park MountainView California Prashanth Ganapathy 2052238057 http://wiki.vibha.org/Dream_Mile:2009_Bayarea_Home pganapathy@gmail.com The Dream Mile 5K/10K Run/Walk is the flagship event in Vibha's continued efforts to increase awareness about the plight of underprivileged children. It has come a long way since its inception in 1998. It has grown from being a small event attended primarily by volunteers and friends to a permanent fixture on the calendars of runners in the various cities in America. The increasing participation and enthusiasm for this event just goes to show how strongly people feel about the cause of underprivileged children. Website: http://wiki.vibha.org/Dream_Mile:2009_Bayarea_Home Our Local Beneficiary & Partner for 2009 - My New Red Shoes Visit them at http://www.mynewredshoes.org Date Sunday, June 28th, 2009 Time 8.30am. Registration starts at 7.30am Venue Shoreline Park, Mountain View, CA (Kite flying area) Cost $15 until June 14th, $20 thereafter FREE for Children under 12 ROUTE: 5/10K USATF certified trail. TIMING: Professionally timed by OnYourMarkEvents Physical Address : 3070 N Shoreline Blvd Mountain View, CA 94043 (Kite flying area) Registration Link: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1699390&assetId=94bb0c49-14d3-4657-98cd-6ce5d386ca37 Timing Rules : 1. In order to be timed, you need to be registered before 8.30 am. 2. Your numbered bid should be pinned to your T-shirt on the front, while arriving at the finish line. 3. Indiviual timings and ranks will be done by a professional timing company and will be final. Carnival : The Carnival is a fun-filled event that lasts until noon. Bring your kids along to enjoy a wide variety of games and activities - face painting and Mehndi. Parking : Free parking is available at Shoreline Park, Mountain View, CA.

06/28/2009 Napa Valley 5K/10K Salmon Run 5K and 10K Yountville Veterans Home Picnic Ground at 180 California Drive in Yountville CA Stephanie Young (707)252-4188 x111 steph@naparcd.org The 1st Annual Napa Valley 5K/10K Salmon Run is a fun run and walk to benefit the Napa County Resource Conservation District. The race begins at 8am at the picnic grounds of the Yountville Veterans Home. Registration is $35 before June 1st and $40 thereafter. Register online at www.active.com. Runners and walkers of all ages and ability levels are welcome. A raffle will be held after the race for great prizes donated by local wineries, restaurants, and hotels. Tickets for the raffle will be $1. Please come and join us for a morning of fun, exercise, and beautiful Napa Valley scenery that benefits the Napa RCD!

07/04/2009 1st Annual 4th of July Run! 5k, 10k, Kids Run Harveston Community - 29005 Lakehouse Rd. Temecula, CA 92591 CA Jim Neeley 951.676.4398 http://www.itsaboutrunning.com lisa.may@att.net Opening Ceremony: 6:45 am Race Starts: 7:00 am See you there!

07/04/2009 FREEDOM RUN AT THE RANCH 5K AND 10K LADERA RANCH CA RYAN MILLER 949-202-6466 949-481-1906 WWW.RUNLADERA.ORG LADERALEGS@COX.NET On Your Mark, Get Set, Go… and Register to Run! Registration is now open for Ladera Ranch’s 3rd Annual Freedom Run at the Ranch LADERA RANCH, CA (May 5, 2009) – Attention walkers and runners of all ages! Registration is officially open for the 3rd annual Freedom Run at the Ranch, Ladera Ranch’s 5K/10K Run and 1K Little Firecracker Dash. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, July 4th and will be a great way to kick off the 4th of July weekend festivities. Runners, walkers and strollers are welcome to run or walk through the picturesque, tree-lined streets of Ladera Ranch with 100% of the event proceeds benefiting the Tinkerbell Guild for CHOC Hospital, CUSD Foundation and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. To register, visit www.Active.com or download application from www.runladera.org and mail application and check payable to “Ladera Legs,” 39 Lewiston Court, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694. We will be at Dick’s Sporting Goods beginning July 2nd & 3rd for walkup registration and packet pickup, located at 27502 Antonio Parkway, Ladera Ranch 92694. (Race packet pick-up location.) Registration Fee 5K Timed Race $20 per participant (on or before June 23rd) $25 per participant (after June 23rd) 10K Timed Race $25 per participant (on or before June 23rd) $30 per participant (after June 23) 1K Little Firecracker Dash (ages 5-12) $5.00 per participant All kids participating will receive a medal! This year’s event will offer professional timing to all registered participants. The results will then be posted by the finish line and prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women finishers in each race. And the event doesn’t stop at the finish line. From 7:30am to 11:30am everyone is invited to attend a pancake breakfast at Founder’s Park, located next to the finish line. Pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice will be served up for $5.00 with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Laura’s House, a comprehensive domestic violence agency in Orange County that provides residential shelter services, counseling, legal services and a 24 hour crisis hot-line to families affected by abuse. For more information about Laura’s House, please visit www.laurashouse.org. For more information on Freedom Run at the Ranch please visit www.runladera.org or www.laderalife.com. For questions, to volunteer, or sponsorship opportunities, please email laderalegs@cox.net. Contact: Jodi Miller, Founder Freedom Run at the Ranch laderalegs@cox.net Phone: (949) 202-6469

7/12/2009 Keep LA Running 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run, 10 mile/20 mile Coastal Bike Cruise Playa del Rey CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.keeplarunning.com ashley@genericevents.com The 16th Annual Keep LA Running 5k Run/Walk and 10k Run event is for everyone, from the serious runner to the leisure walker. All age groups are welcome and encouraged to participate. Bring your running legs and your sunscreen for the post event festivities. It is a guaranteed good time for everyone! Benefits SEIU Local 721 L.A. County/Special Districts Employees Disaster Relief Fund and the Children's Hospital of LAC+USC Medical Center.

07/12/2009 Eden Medical Center's Run to the Lake 5K/10K Eden Medical Center, Castro Valley CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com Both distances go out from Eden to Lake Chabot Park where the 5K turns back and the 10 enters the Park and runs along the West Lake Trail to the Half-way mark. Kids dashes follow during the Health Expo.

07/18/2009 1st Annual Orange County, CA Mudrun 5K/10K Hidden Valley Park (Next to Wild Rivers Water Park) 8800 Irvine Center Dr. Irvine, CA 92618 CA Operations Staff 949-981-7760 www.ocmudrun.com info@ocmudrun.com The 1st Annual Orange County, California Mudrun located at Hidden Valley park (next to Wild Rivers waterpark) combines a challenging fun obstacle filled 5k or 10K race with an amazing afterparty called Ecofest! The goal of Ecofest is to educate the local community about the concept of "Going Green" while celebrating the completion of a really fun athletic event. What could be more environmentally fun than running through the mud! Don't miss the super slippery mudslide and other events as well after the race! Food, drinks (alcohol and non-alcohol) plus a variety of vendors will be present for race participants and their friends. Costume and ridiculous shenanigans are encouraged with prizes awarded for individuals and teams. So please join us as for a day of ridiculous fun at the Orange County MudRun! It is just GOOD GREEN FUN!

7/18/09 Breezewood Village Senior Housing is conducting a 5K Run/Walk Fund Raiser to raise funds for The La Mirada Community Services Foundation. The event will take place at Creek Park in La Mirada. We need your help as a possible Participant, Sponsor, or Volunteer! The Cause La Mirada Community Services Foundation helps improve the quality of life in La Mirada. It does so by supporting services and programs meeting the social, physical, developmental and recreational need of local residents. How can you help? 1) Be a Participant V Run or walk the 5K race (abbreviated 5K) that will be held at Creek Park in La Mirada. To register, go to www.BreezewoodVillage.com or call 562-943-9555 for more information. Registration Fee $25/adult age 16-54, $20/senior age 55+, $15 /age 15 and under. Note that the registration fee is increased by $5 after July 17 based on availability. Payment by check, cashiers check, money order or cash only. Receive a race t-shirt & goodie bag Possibly win prizes (prizes for top placement in each age category and in womens & mens adult category). Help a local cause that supports community services and programs. 2) Be a Sponsor Advertise your business and give back to the community by becoming a sponsor. We need sponsors for funding (see sponsor levels on back page), for goody bag items, and for prizes. 3) Be a Volunteer We need volunteers to assist with the registration, monitoring participants, handing out water/refreshments and miscellaneous other duties. To participate, volunteer, or find out about sponsorship needs call 562-943-9555 and speak to Sue or Bonni. You may also make a flat donation even if you do not wish to run/walk the race. All monetary donations must be submitted by July 18, 2009. Donations after July 18 can be sent directly to The La Mirada Community Services Foundation. Thank you for your Support!

7/19/2009 Playa del Run Beach Festival Playa del Rey Distance: 1 Mile Swim, 5k Run, 1 Mile Sand Sprint Location : Playa del Rey Phone : 3108217898 Fax : 3108217899 Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : ashley@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 4 event series has stops in some of the top beach cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some fun at the beach, "friendly" competition and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between a 5k Run, an aquathlon (swim/run) a 1 mile swim or a 1 mile sand sprint. Points will be awarded for the top finishers for each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly.

07/19/2009 Napa-To-Sonoma 13.1 miles Napa CA info@destinationraces.com 707-933-1769 http://www.runcarneros.com/site3.aspx info@destinationraces.com The Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic journey through the spectacular Santa Ynez Valley bordered by the Sierra Madre Mountains on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. The race starts at Maverick Saloon in the western town of Santa Ynez and passes through charming Los Olivos before finishing on Copenhagen Dr. in the Danish town of Solvang. Photo opportunities are plentiful as you pass through vineyards, lavender farms, fruit orchards and Arabian horse ranches. Celebrate your achievement with family and friends on Mothers Day weekend at the post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park. A half marathon and two-person relay option are offered for this race. 2009 Registration open now!

07/26/2009 Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon with CCFA Team Challenge Long Island 13.1 miles Long Island NY/ Napa California NY and CA Stacey Clark (516) 222-5530 (516) 222-5535 www.ccteamchallenge.org sclark@ccfa.org Team Challenge (TC) is an exciting new endurance sports training program that challenges participants to change lives. A program of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Crohn’s & Colitis Team Challenge participants commit to help the millions of people who suffer from these diseases and to train for an exciting endurance event. In exchange for this commitment, the Foundation equips participants with everything they need to cross the finish line, including several months of training from professional coaches, transportation and lodging during race weekend and the opportunity to share a life-changing experience with a group of caring individuals. For our 2009 Summer Season, Team Challenge Long Island takes on the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon.

08/08/2009 City of American Canyon 5K & 10K Run/Walk American Canyon Ca. Roddrick Sweeney, Sr. 707-647-4566 707-647-4571 http://activenet5.active.com/cityofamericancanyon/ rsweeney@cityofamericancanyon.org 10TH ANNUAL AMERICAN CANYON 5K, 10K RUN Come join us as we run though the streets of American Canyon for fitness and fun. The course is a flat with one hill. It also has a beautiful view of our wetlands. Don’t miss it! Date: Saturday, August 8, 2009 Time: Check in is from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Race will begin at 9:00 a.m. Cost: $20 (includes a t-shirt) if registration received before 8/8/09. $25 (includes a t-shirt) if registration received on 8/8/09 Location: Community Center/100 Benton Way Age Divisions: 12 and under; 13-18 year olds; 19-29 year olds; 30-39 year olds; 40- 49 year olds; 50- 59 year olds; and 60 and above Awards: Trophies will be awarded to the Men’s and Women’s overall champion. Medals will be awarded to the 1st- 3rd place winners in each age Division. For more information, please contact staff @ 648-7275.

8/16/2009 Playa den Run Beach Festival Solana Beach Distance: 1 Mile Swim, 5k Run, 1 Mile Sand Sprint Location : Solana Beach Phone : 3108217898 Fax : 3108217899 Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : ashley@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 4 event series has stops in some of the top beach cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some fun at the beach, "friendly" competition and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between a 5k Run, an aquathlon (swim/run) a 1 mile swim or a 1 mile sand sprint. Points will be awarded for the top finishers for each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly.

08/22/2009 Bulldog 25K Trail Run 25KM Malibu Creek State Park, Calabasas, CA CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 575-756-1926 http://www.trailrunevents.com bulldogultra@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic 25K course on fire roads and trails in mountainous terrain with spectacular ocean and valley views. Fully stocked aid stations approximately every 3-6 miles. T-shirts; finisher medals; complimentary light lunch. A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race. Held in conjunction with a 50K Ultra Run. Online Registration Link: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1644842&assetId=7d7a619d-5f05-4efe-a336-a3a3fd605efe

08/22/2009 Bulldog 50K Ultra Run 50KM Malibu Creek State Park, Calabasas, CA CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 575-756-1926 http://www.trailrunevents.com bulldogultra@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic 50K course on fire roads and trails in mountainous terrain with spectacular ocean and valley views. Fully stocked aid stations approximately every 3-6 miles. T-shirts; finisher medals; complimentary light lunch. 18th Annual. A Road Runner Club of America Championship Race. A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race. Held in conjunction with a 25K Trail Run. Online Registration Link: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1644858&assetId=623ee66e-57c4-4a84-ac1c-38bf1817bb88

08/29/2009 Bear Creek Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K Distance: Half marathon/10K/5K Location : Briones Regional Park Phone : 510-750-5919 Fax : Website : http://www.brazenracing.com Email : sam@brazenracing.com Additional Info : Fun and challenging trail runs designed for all levels -- from walker/hiker to experienced runner

09/05/2009 Color The Skies Rise Shine Give Run Balloon Festival 5k / 1 Mile Mistlin Sports Park California www.colortheskies.com jessica@colortheskies.com Registration Closing Date www.active.com Wednesday, September 02, 2009 @ 8:00 AM Brief Description Race Start: 1 Mile: 7:30am 5K: 8:00am Kids Run 12-under: 9:00am Race Day registration: starts at 6:30am After Aug 31st registration will be $25.00 Kids fun Run $5.00 More Information Click here to view the event organizer's website Full Description Course: Flat and fast through the countryside. http://www.childrenscentralcal.org/giving2.asp?ID=3992 PRIZES Prizes to overall Male and Female winners. Medals to all 12-under kids run participants. Medals 3 deep: 12 & Under 13 to 19 20 to 29 30 - 39 40 to 49 50 to 59 60 to 69 70 to 70 80+ Directions Parking Info From Hwy 99 Take the 120 Exit heading east toward Yosemite. National Park. Turn right on Jack Tone Rd. Drive 1 mile and look for park on your left. BEFORE River Rd. turn left into the open field on the corner. A parking attendant will direct you to the runners’ lot. You will have close and secure parking. However, PLEASE do not leave valuables in your car. Color The Skies, Inc. will not be held responsible for any stolen property. The start/finish line on the east side Little Partner’s Collecting Change Little Partner’s Collecting Change for Children is a fun way for your kids to win big for giving! Pick up your Little Partner’s Change Bag at a local Oak Valley Community Bank beginning June 1st. Bring your bag to Color The Skies and with a little effort, you’ll win BIG! Benefits All proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital Central California. Providing amazing pediatric care for sick and injured children, right here at home! www.childrenscentralcal.org

09/12/2009 Run the Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon Distance: 26.2 Location : Big Bear Lake Contact : Patrick Follett Address : P.O. Box 100 City : Fawnskin State : CA Zip : 92333 Country : US Phone : 888-906-9998 Fax : Website : http://www.bigbearlakemarathon.com/ Email : info@bigbearlakemarathon.com Additional Info : Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, 1 Mile Kids Fun Run, and Bike Tour. Come Run The Bear and discover the best kept secret endurance champions like Ryan Hall have known for years. Nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains, Big Bear offers a unique high-altitude challenge paired with cool, clean air, and inspiring scenic beauty. Traverse across the historic Big Bear Lake dam and mile after mile of the most scenic lake shores in Southern California. Big Bear is an easy drive and our friendly community is eager to welcome you. There is only one marathon like this in Southern California so come discover the secret for yourself, and Run The Bear... Saturday, September 12, 2009 Signature : patrick follett 05/26/2009

09/13/2009 XTERRA Wildcat Gorge Trail Run 15k, 5k Tilden Regional Park, Berkley CA CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #1 of the 2010 series takes place at Tilden Regional Park in Berkley. This course winds and climbs through Wildcat Canyon up to Lupine Peak and back. Amazing views are to be had! The course consists of single trac and fire trails. The event field is limited, so enter early!

09/13/2009 Banana Chase &Young Champions Runs 5K Kezar Stadium, San Francisco CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.bananachase.com info@bananachase.com Chase Bananas thru Golden Gate Park; the more Bananas you beat the more times you are entered into a drawing for prizes. Young Champions races take place after the 5K for kids ages 5-18.

9/20/2009 Playa del Run Beach Festival Malibu Distance: 1 Mile Swim, 5k Run, 1 Mile Sand Sprint Location : Malibu Phone : 3108217898 Fax : 3108217899 Website : www.playadelrun.com Email : ashley@genericevents.com Additional Info : The 4 event series has stops in some of the top beach cities along the Southern California Coast. We guarantee some fun at the beach, "friendly" competition and a post event party that'll knock your socks off. Participants can choose between a 5k Run, an aquathlon (swim/run) a 1 mile swim or a 1 mile sand sprint. Points will be awarded for the top finishers for each event. At the end of the season, we'll award the King and Queen of the Beach Awards. Check out the site often as we'll be adding updates weekly.

09/26/2009 Father Joe's Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk 5K Balboa Park, San Diego CA www.thanksgivingrun.org When: 8 a.m. Thursday, November 26, 2008 Where: Balboa Park, San Diego, Calif. Who: 7,000 runners and walkers helping Father Joe Carroll serve 1.7 million meals this year. Families, pets, youth groups, local business and military teams. Entertainment: Post-race fun takes place at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion with the blues sounds of San Diego favorite Bill Magee Blues Band. The festivities also include pie samples and sales, a free beer garden, and Father Joe Carroll signing his collectible bobble head figurines. Pies: Students in the Culinary Arts Program at St. Vincent de Paul Village are cooking up fresh, delicious, homemade pies to sell on Thanksgiving. Pies are $20 each and proceeds support life-changing programs at St. Vincent de Paul Village. Crowd-pleasing flavor favorites include cherry, chocolate mousse, Dutch apple, pecan and pumpkin.

09/27/2009 Komen SF Race for the Cure 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk Along the Embarcadero, starting and finishing at the Ferry Building CA 415-397-8812 www.komensf.org raceinfo@komensf.org The Komen Race for the Cure is the largest 5K Race series in the world, held in more than 100 cities across the country with 1.5 million expected participants in 2009. Up to 75 percent of net proceeds from the Race will remain in the SF Bay Area community to fund breast health community outreach programs. The remainder of the net proceeds, a minimum of 25 percent, will support the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Award and Research Grant Program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research. 5K runners start at 9am, All walkers start at 9:15am Health & Fitness Expo in Justin Herman Plaza starting at 9am Register at www.komensf.org (or call 415-397-8812 for a paper registration form) Children ages 6-12 can register for the Kids for the Cure

10/03/2009 Urban Dare Fresno 5 - 7 miles Fresno CA Urban Dare Additional details and website

10/03/2009 Coastwise Mile 1 Mile, 5k Run La Jolla CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.coastwisemile.com ashley@genericevents.com Don't miss the 2nd Annual Coastwise Mile in scenic La Jolla offering a 1 Mile Run, 5K Run, Team Relay Division, and Mutt Mile. Beautiful Scripps Park marks the spot for the post event expo. This event benefits The Scripps Park Project and The San Diego Humane Society.

10/03/2009 Huntington Beach Surf n Sand 5k 5k & Kids 1k, 400yrd, and 25yrd 315 Pacific Coast Highway, 92648-Huntington Beach Pier CA Kim Smith 714-658-9123 949-417-1930 www.hbsurfnsand5k.com kimmyhere@verizon.net REGISTER ON ACITVE OR AT WWW.HBSURFNSAND5K.COM! Enjoy a scenic evening run along the beautiful Surf City coastline. This flat and fast 5k run is great for people of all ages. Whether you come to race or come to cruise you will be sure to have a great time down on the sand. :: Course: Race starts north side of the pier heading north. The first turn around is at Goldenwest street, you are now heading south. Course continues under the pier to the second turn around point in front of the Hyatt (almost to Beach Blvd.) The race finishes next to the pier on south side. :: KIDS RACES!: It's time to let the little ones run wild! Age groups and distances are: 7-12yrs old-1k, 3-6yrs-400m, Under 3yrs old-25 yards. ALL Kids get finishers ribbons.

10/04/2009 10th Anniversary Lupus Race for Life 5k, and 1mile kids run La Mirada Regional Park California Christina Kelly 949/833-2121 949/833-1183 www.lupusinternational.org/events/race.aspx race@lupusinternational.org This is a great family event. Live band performance, while you enjoy a pancake breakfast and interactive exhibits to include climbing wall, CSI and much more. Course is shaded, scenic with a slight grade. All registered kids under 18 will receive a medal of merit for their participation. Trophies for the top three male/female runners, law enforcement and fire fighter awards for individuals and teams, open division teams, and five year age increments for medal winners. Kids one mile run includes trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place boy/girl winners, age group winners and medals for 2nd/3rd place age group winners.

10/04/2009 Glide Floss Bridge to Bridge presented by KNBR,KFOG and 107.7 The Bone 12K, 7K Justin Herman Plaza -2 Market St., San Francisco CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 www.bridgetobridge.com info@rhodyco.com Start by the Bay Bridge, run along the Embarcadero, thru Fisherman's Wharf, along the Marina and into Crissy Field with views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Finish by the Presidio National Park's Parade Ground, with a big concert to follow.

10/11/2009 Santa Monica 5000 & 10000 10k, 5k and Kids Run Santa Monica CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.santamonica5000.com ashley@genericevents.com Generic Events is excited to present the fourth annual Santa Monica 5000 and 10000 on Sunday, October 11, 2009. We're expecting both some fierce competition and some family fun. Whether you're a collegiate sprinter or a new mom, this event will challenge everyone. With a start time of 7:30am for the 5k and 8:00am for the 10k, it's early, but not too early! And to top it off, Saint John’s Health Center, which provides 24-hour emergency services to the community, will be the beneficiary of the race.

10/11/2009 Wine Country Marathon & Half Marathon 26.2 mile & 13.1 mile Downtown Healdsburg CA EVENTS WITH SOLE 707-888-6256 http://www.winecountrymarathon.com brad@eventswithsole.com The original Healdsburg Marathon and Half Marathon, course starts and finishes in Downtown Healdsburg. Run pass miles of vineyards and dozens of award winning wineries.

10/24/2009 Crime Stoppers Light the Night Against Crime 5k 5k Fun Run Balboa Park, San Diego CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 http://www.sdcrimestoppers.com/lightthenightagainstcrime.html ashley@genericevents.com San Diego's favorite nighttime event, the 23rd Annual Light the Night Against Crime 5k is back! Enjoy a fantastic expo, receive a glow-in-the-dark logo race t-shirt and more! Located in beautiful Balboa Park this event benefits San Diego County Crime Stopper's Felony Crime Reward Fund and its community education program.

10/24/2009 The Great Urban Race San Diego Varies San Diego California The GUR Crew 773-770-6032 Additional Details and Website

10/31/2009 Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Healdsburg CA info@destinationraces.com 707-933-1769 http://www.runhealdsburg.com/site5.aspx info@destinationraces.com Destination Races presents its newest jewel, the Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon. This vineyard-framed 13.1 mile course curves through the beautiful Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys north of Santa Rosa, California at the end of harvest when the vines are vibrant with fall colors. Patterned in part after the Marathon du Medoc in France this event is held on the Saturday prior to Halloween. The course begins at magnificent Rosso & Bianco Winery presented by Francis Ford Coppola. After finishing at Warm Springs recreation area next to Lake Sonoma you'll be treated to our largest Wine & Music Festival. Following the festival the annual doggie costume parade and Kids Pumpkin Run will be held in downtown Healdsburg. Sign up as a corporate team or running club, dress in costume and bring family and friends to experience this festive destination running event. You'll fall in love with this incredible wine region and course!

11/07/2009 - HOMEWALK 2009 - HomeWalk our 5K walk, is part of United Way of Greater Los Angeles™ year-round campaign to end homelessness. Participants in HomeWalk are led on an educational journey, inspiring walkers to learn more about the crisis of homelessness and what they can do to solve it. To date, HomeWalk has mobilized over 8,000 walkers and raised over $1,000,000 that has gone back into the community. Saturday, November 7th, 2009 - Exposition Park, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles California http://www.homewalkla.org homewalkla@unitedwayla.org

11/15/2009 Rock ''n'' Roll San Antonio Marathon and '' Marathon Distance: 26.2 and 13.1 miles Location : San Antonio, TX Contact : Phone : 858-450-6510 Fax : Website : www.rnrsa.com Email : rnrsa@eliteracing.com Additional Info : This event sells out! Featuring ideal running temperatures and beautiful scenery, San Antonio proves to be the perfect destination for a late-fall running vacation. The flat and fast marathon and half marathon routes are perfect for runners and walkers at every level. The race routes will highlight the signature sights of San Antonio including the Alamo, downtown, and the lush Mission Trail. In true rockstar fashion, 50 live bands, 30 cheer teams and themed water stations will line the course to keep you entertained from start to finish. Continue the party at the post-race Headliner Concert Celebration at the Alamodome Sunday night- every participant receives free entry.

11/26/09 O'side Turkey Trot Distance: 5k and 1 Mile Location : Oceanside, CA Contact : Phone : 760.434.1587 Fax : 760.434.7706 Website : http://www.osideturkeytrot.com/index.htm Email : info@kinaneevents.com Additional Info : Beneficiary: Money raised will go to the Oceanside Public School District Race Description: Come 'Move Your Feet Before You Eat' this Thanksgiving at Oceanside's 4th annual Turkey Trot 5K run/walk. Join one of the fastest growing holiday traditions by participating in this fun event. Be sure to bring the whole family, as there will be races for everyone. Special Note: Please visit our website http://kinaneevents.com/ to watch our newly created Dream Big! video which documents several stories of how running has changed the lives of many young women.

11/28/2009 Gobble Wobble 5k/10k Run Christine Emerson Reed Park, Santa Monica CA Ashley Aurell 3108217898 3108217899 www.santamonicagobblewobble.com ashley@genericevents.com Participate in the inaugural Santa Monica Gobble Wobble and burn that turkey dinner off on November 28th. This feather flying adventure around Santa Monica's Emerson Reed Park features a 5k, 10k and Widdle Wobble for Kids. Bring the whole family and wobble on down to the race.

11/29/09 Run Wild For A Child 10K/5K, the traditional Thanksgiving weekend race (25th Annual) in and around Golden Gate Park. There is a costume contest in the 5K--come run as your favorite childhood toy. Registration fee: TBD. The San Francisco Firefighters Toy Program will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for needy children. www.rhodyco.com and e-mail any questions to info@rhodyco.com.

12/15/2009 Malibu International Marathon 26.2 Miles & 13.1 Miles Malibu, CA CA Lisa Ohlson 651.226.0110 http://malibuintmarathon.com/default.aspx Info@malibuintmarathon.com The inaugural Malibu International Marathon starts in Camarillo and ends at Zuma Beach in Malibu, CA. The first 13 miles are flat and fast through the farmlands of Camarillo and the last half is along the famous & beautiful Pacific Coast Highway. Dip your feet in the Pacific after you cross the Finish Line at Zuma Beach and celebrate!

2010

05/08/2010 Bull Canyon Run 5K Run, 5K Walk, 10K Run Santa Maria CA Ken George 805-928-3781, ext 194 805-925-4508 www.bcrun.org kcgeorge@verizon.net

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