California Running Races

01/02/2010 Brazen New Years Runs Half Marathon/10K/5K Lake Chabot CA Sam Fiandaca 510-750-5919 www.brazenracing.com sam@brazenracing.com Start your 2010 running and fitness the right way -- with a run around Lake Chabot. These courses are great for experienced runners but also newbie friendly. The 5K will be entirely on asphalt paved trails. The 10K and half marathon will be roughly 50% on paved trail and 50% on fire trails.

01/02/10 MovFitness Santa Monica Boardwalk 5k/10k 5 and 10k Santa Monica Boardwalk, Santa Monica (Meet at Perry's Cafe and Rentals, 1200 The Promenade @ 8:45) California Andy Mac Laughlin movfitness.com/smboardwalk andymaclaughlin@hotmail.com Come join us for our early morning run on the Santa Monica boardwalk! Choose 5k or 10k, and on the first Saturday of every month enjoy the beauty of one of America’s most famed open coastlines, all the while being immersed in a modern, exciting cosmopolitan environment that will open up a multitude of possibilties for the rest of your day.

January 5, 2010 - May 1, 2010 American Heart Association Start! Training Program Bay Area California Alana King (510) 904-4028 www.StartTrainingBayArea.org alana.king@heart.org The American Heart Association would like to invite you to participate in our Start! Training program to prepare for the American River Parkway Half Marathon in May 2010. You can walk or run and no previous experience is necessary. Beginning January 2010, we will offer weekly group trainings with other participants to train for the big race. Our coaches will hold training clinics with information about correct running form, stretching, shoes, clothing, nutrition and more. There is a $100 registration fee to sign up for the program, which will count toward the $500 fundraising minimum. If you would like to sign up for a Start! Training information sessions please visit www.StartTrainingBayArea.org or call American Heart Association at (510) 904-4028 UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSIONS!! Tuesday – January 05, 2010 6-7pm at Fremont Library - Fukaya A 2400 Stevenson Boulevard, Fremont, CA 94538 Wednesday - January 6, 6-7pm at American Heart Association Office, Burlingame- Conf. 1A 1710 Gilbreth Road, Burlingame, CA 94010 Thursday – January 07, 2010 6-7pm at Sports Basement Sunnyvale 1177 Kern Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Monday – January 11, 2010 1-2pm at Sports Basement, Walnut Creek 1881 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Monday – January 11, 2010 6-7pm at Sports Basement, Walnut Creek 1881 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Tuesday – January 12, 2010 12-1pm at American Heart Association Office, San Francisco 100 Montgomery Street, Suite 1600, San Francisco, CA 94104 (6th Floor) Tuesday – January 12, 2010 6-7pm at American Heart Association Office, San Francisco 100 Montgomery Street, Suite 1600, San Francisco, CA 94104 (6th Floor) Wednesday – January 13, 2010 6-7pm at Walnut Creek Sports & Fitness 1908 Olympic Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Thursday - January 14, 2010 12-1pm at American Heart Association Office, Oakland 426 17th Street, Suite 300, Oakland, CA 94612 (3rd floor) Thursday – January 14, 2010 6-7pm at American Heart Association Office, Oakland 426 17th Street, Suite 300, Oakland, CA 94612 (3rd floor) Thursday - January 21, 2010 6:30-7:30pm at Berkeley Library (Claremont Branch) Claremont Meeting Room 2940 Benvenue, Avenue, Berkeley CA 94705

01/09/2010 XTERRA Boney Mountain XDURO 6k, 21k Point Mugu State Park, Thousand Oaks CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #4 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). This event is the Grand Daddy of the series, not for the faint of heart, but if you dare to enter you'll experience some of the most scenic back country in the Santa Monica Mountains. The 6k is a great intro event with paved roads and singletrack along Upper Sycamore Canyon.

01/30/2010 Bear Creek Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K Winter Edition Half Marathon/10K/5K Briones Regional Park California Sam Fiandaca 510-750-5919 http://www.brazenracing.com sam@brazenracing.com Our summer edition, our most popular event of 2009, took place on August 29, during a much "toastier" time of year. We can almost guarantee you a much, much cooler race during the winter edition! Whether you are an experienced trail runner or a first-timer ready to get your feet dirty, you should thoroughly enjoy these races. Hikers/walkers are welcome! If you are looking for a super-fast, flat, easy course to set a personal record, you are probably in the wrong place. These courses have hills. If, however, you are looking for a great time on the trails, with beautiful scenery, awesome support and unique, high-quality shirts and awards, you have come to the right place!

02/06/2010 1st Annual Shar Anderson Memorial 5k Trail Run 5k Walnut Ca www.run4shar.org Run the beautiful Mt. SAC Cross Country Course while raising money for the Shar Anderson Memorial Scholarship.

02/07/2010 XTERRA Mission Gorge Trail Run 5k. 15k Mission Trails Regional Park, San Diego CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #5 takes place at Mission Trails Regional Park, just east of La Jolla and just northeast of downtown San Diego. The 15k course features the 'thousand steps' and the 5k has some great trails around the old dam. The event field is limited to, so enter early!

02/20/2010 Bay Breeze Half Marathon/10K/5K Half Marathon/10K/5K San Leandro Marina Park CA Sam Fiandaca 510-750-5919 510-741-7400 www.brazenracing.com sam@brazenracing.com Words you rarely hear said about a Brazen Racing event, but compared to some of our tougher courses, this one really will be a "breeze"! If you are looking for hills, you'll have to look at the mountains across the bay, because they just aren't here. This is surely the flattest and fastest of any run we offer. All races begin at the San Leandro Marina Park, continue into the Hayward Regional Shoreline Park and hug the shoreline for an out and back run that rarely strays more than a few feet from the water. These fast courses and fantastic views offer the opportunity for a personal record in any distance you choose. This race is also very weather friendly: the trails are all either paved or gravel trails with little potential for mud (in case of any rain before or during the race). Hikers/walkers are always welcome! All runners will receive custom finisher medals and custom shirts (cotton and tech shirts available). More info on shirts/awards page. Age group awards will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in 5 year categories (less for the younger ages).

2/27/2010 Hope & Harmony 5K Run/Walk 5K UC Irvine CA Kaerie Ray 949.955.0099 http://www.ochopeandharmony.com kaerier@beckstrand.org Beckstrand Cancer Foundation will host the Hope & Harmony 5K Run/Walk at UC Irvine to benefit local cancer patients and their families. The athletic fundraiser event on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 will feature a 5K run/walk beginning at 8 a.m. and a 1-mile kids run starting at 10 a.m., in addition to a family-friendly expo area complete with Kids Fun Zone, food, music, activities and vendor booths. Winners from each race will be announced and will receive recognition gifts. All participants will receive a goody bag, t-shirt and entry into the expo. All proceeds from the event will support the mission and programs of Beckstrand Cancer Foundation, working to improve and enhance quality of life for cancer patients and their families. Online registration for the Hope & Harmony run/walk is now available at the official event website, http://www.ochopeandharmony.com. Entry for the 5K race is $35/pp, and children under age 14 may participate in the 1-mile kids run for $25/pp. Runners who cannot attend but wish to support the organization may make a $25 donation as a Phantom Runner and receive an event t-shirt. Parking for Hope & Harmony is located in the two UC Irvine parking structures at Campus & West Peltason and Campus & Stanford for a fee of $8. Both races begin on Pereira Drive between the UCI Student Center and Social & Behavioral Sciences Building. For more information about sponsor opportunities or registration, please contact Beckstrand Cancer Foundation at 949.955.0099 or visit http://www.beckstrand.org, http://www.ochopeandharmony.com.

2/27 - 2/28/2010 32nd Annual Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk, Kiddie Run and Bike Ride 5/10K Los Angeles Chinatown California Sherwood Lee 323-256-1363 www.firecracker10k.org info@firecracker10k.org The Firecracker Run is the oldest and largest Chinese New Year run in the US. Activites include a Kiddie Run, multiple bike rides (25/45 mi) and a weekend-long Nite n' Day Festival featuring music, entertainment and cultural acts (free admission) and a Carbo-load meal for event participants. Proceeds benefit Need2Read funding for area elementary schools and non-profit community groups. See website for more event information and schedules.

02/27/2010 It's My Heart Fresno's CHD Awareness Run/Walk & Family Fun Day 5k Woodward Park 7775 Friant Rd, Fresno CA Pamela Camit 5593552676 http://imhwalkforchd.kintera.org/fresno pamela.camit@itsmyheart.org

02/27/2010 Foothills Run/Walk 5K 11130 Magnolia Road, Grass Valley California Sherry Reafsnyder 530-798-8864 www.njuhsd.com/Bear River sreafsnyder@njuhsd.com Put on by the Bear River High School Parent Teacher Student Association. Adults $20/Students $10 Early Reg. $15/$8 prior to Feb. 12

02/27/2010 Great Silverado Footrace 5-9 miles Silverado Canyon California Chay Peterson 714-649-2820 sprockethead@cox.net The Great Silverado Footrace is nicknamed "The race you'll LOVE to HATE" Held annually in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, this race is a favorite for off road runners, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The course contains extremely steep terrain with bushwhacking, rocks, ruts, cliff edges and loose dirt. It is not for the faint of heart but anyone with enough determination and care can negotiate the course. Entry Fee is $30 which includes event shirt and lunch. Contact Chay Peterson for more information.

02/27/2010 29th Annual Los Alamitos Race on the Base 5K, 10K, 1K, Reverse Sprint Triathlon Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos, CA CA Emeline Moya 562-430-1073 x 510 562-594-9657 www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us emoya@ci.los-alamitos.ca.us The event will take place 2/27/10 with start times between 7:30 am - 10:30 am Events: 5K/10K Run 5K Walk Timed 10K In-line Skate/Wheelchair Mission Kids Run Reverse Triathlon Contact info: City of Los Alamitos Emeline Moya emoya@ci.los-alamitos.ca.us www.ci.los-alamitos.ca.us

02/07/2010 Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon/5K Half Marathon/5K San Francisco's Golden Gate Park California Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.kp.org/sf info@rhodyco.com limited to first 10,000 registered runners-no race day registration.

03/06/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5 Los Angeles CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around Los Angeles.

03/14/2010 XTERRA Black Mountain Trail Run 5k. 15k Black Mountain Regional Park, San Diego CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #6 takes place at Black Mountain Regional Park in the northern San Diego, just east of Del Mar. The event field is limited, so enter early! This course is all about SPEED. With only a few climbs, this race will be the fastest of the series. With twists, turns and a some creek crossings, it's going to be a great one.

03/14/2010 Go Green Saint Patrick's Day 5K/10K Run 5k & 10k Vasona Park, Los Gatos CA Marnie Oshan 408-899-4446 www.moshanproductions.com info@moshanproductions.com Register online at http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1806824 On March 14, 2010, Moshan Productions will be hosting the inaugural Go Green Saint Patrick’s Day 5K/10K Run at Vasona Park in Los Gatos, CA. The event is sanctioned by USA Track and Field and will be appropriate for beginning runners and walkers as well as highly competitive athletes. Moshan has taken the Go Green Pledge in partnership with Active.com and Athletes for a Fit Planet and is committed to doing its part to keep the community healthy.

03/20/2010 Diablo Trails Challenge - 50K/Half Marathon/10K/5K 50K/Half/10K/5K Mt Diablo - Castle Rock Park, Walnut Creek CA Sam Fiandaca 510-750-5919 510-741-7400 www.brazenracing.com sam@brazenracing.com For over 38 years, Save Mount Diablo has worked tirelessly to preserve and increase the open space on and around Mount Diablo. In that time, their efforts have taken us from 6,788 acres of open space to over 100,000 acres of open space on and around the mountain! With distances suitable for everyone from those hitting the trail for the first time to experienced ultra-runners, the Diablo Trails Challenge was created to help celebrate and support these achievements. A portion of all entry fees will go to Save Mount Diablo to help them continue preserving open space and trails for all of us to enjoy.

03/20/3010 Pasadena Triathlon and 5k Fun Run 5k Run, 15k Bike, 150m Swim + 5k Fun Run AAF Rose Bowl Aquatics (360 N Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena 91103) CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.pasadenatriathlon.com ashley@genericevents.com The fourth annual Whole Foods Market Pasadena Triathlon and 5k Fun Run returns March 20, 2010. Join us for a Spring 'reverse' triathlon or a great 5k run around the Bowl. This event is for everyone: whether you are a beginner, an experienced triathlete or somewhere in between. This event will provide a fun challenge and get you ready for the Summer Season of events!

03/21/2010 Los Angeles Marathon XXV marathon, 5K Los Angeles CA Stacy Embretson 310-271-7200 http://www.lamarathon.com info@lamarathon.com

03/21/2010 Emerald Across the Bay 12K 12K Aquatic Park-San Francisco California Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com All registered runners are shuttled to the East Fort Baker start as there is no parking, drop-off or registration at the start. Run up to and across the Golden Gate Bridge, down thru Crissy Field, along the Marina, thru Fort Mason and finish by Aquatic Park for big post race expo. All registered runners receive a long-sleeve t-shirt, goodie bag. Certified course, PA USAT&F Championship for members. Benefits Edgewood Center for Children and Families.

03/21/2010 Benicia Education Foundation's Third Annual "Run for Education" 5K, 10K, 1M Fun/Run & Shop & Stroll Benicia California Teresa Zabrek (Race Director) (707) 746-1810 www.BeniciaRunForEducation.org info@BeniciaRunForEducation.org March 21, 2010: Benicia Education Foundation’s 3rd Annual “Run for Education” starting from the beautiful waterfront green at the end of First Street passing through historic downtown Benicia. Come for the run and stay for the fun. Discounted pre-registration NOW available. 5K,10K events starting at 8:30 a.m. 1-Mile Fun/Run starting at 10:00 a.m. Race day registration opens at 7:00 a.m. More details regarding pre- and post-race events, awards ceremony, Grand Prize Drawing for two round trip Continental Airlines tickets (need not be present to win) and new Post-Race Perks (!!) on-line at www.BeniciaRunForEducation.org. All proceeds benefit the Benicia Education Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps fund library and technology programs in the Benicia Unified School District.

03/27/2010 Dole Great Race of Agoura Hills: Pacific Half Marathon, Chesebro Half Marathon, Old Agoura 10K, Deena Kastor 5K, Kids Mile Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1M Agoura Hills CA 877-GR8-RACE http://greatraceofagoura.com greatracehelp@gmail.com Run the 25th annual Dole Great Race of Agoura Hills featuring the Pacific Half Marathon road race, Chesebro Half Marathon mostly trail race, Old Agoura 10K, Deena Kastor 5K, Kids Mile. Voted LA's #1 Post Race Party for the last 7 years! Tons of food, big prizes, scenic USATF certified/sanctioned, professionally produced, huge expo. Half marathons capped at 1,500 ea. & will sell out.

04/03/2010 Fools Day 12/24 Hour Run & Relay 12 Hour / 24 Hour Calabasas CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 818-591-1862 818-591-1871 http://www.trailrunevents.com foolsdayrun@yahoo.com Twelve and twenty-four hour runs on Scenic 1-mile loop course in beautiful Malibu sector of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. 1st Annual. Road Runner Club of America Championship Event pending. T-Shirts; finisher plaques; fully stocked base aid station at base camp.

4/17/2010 Dyslexia Dash 5K or 1K Fairmont Park, Market and Locust Streets, Riverside CA Regina Richards 951/686-9837 951/784-5643 www.dyslexia-ca.org dyslexiainfo@gmail.com Join us at 7:30 am (check in begins at 6:30 am) for the 1st Annual 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Inland Empire Branch of IDA. The 5K features a scenic course around the beautiful Fairmont Park in downtown Riverside. This Olmstead-designed park features a band shell, two tennis courts, playground, picnic facilities, rose gardens, Lake Evans, Brown Lake, fishing, golf course, lawn bowling green, barbecues, and a restored historic boathouse with pedal boats. Pre-registration accepted at active.com. Breakfast is included.

4/17/2010 7th Annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10k Walk/Run 10 kilometers Morro Bay California Allison Mahavier (805) 781-3535 (805) 201-3535 www.fcni.org amahavier@fcni.org 7th Annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10k Walk/Run On April 17th, 2009 the Family Care Network will host its 7th annual Miracle Miles for Kids 10K Walk/Run, a benefit for foster and high-needs children and families. 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 2010 Miracle Miles for Kids commemorative t-shirt! This event has something for everyone—from the serious athlete trying to beat their personal time to moms and dads looking for something fun the whole family can enjoy. The race begins at 8:30am and the post-race celebration runs from 9:00am-12:00 pm. All are welcome to participate in one or both portions of this exciting event! Register at www.FCNI.org. Family Care Network, Inc. At a Glance The Family Care Network is a private, nonprofit children and families services provider serving foster and high-needs children and families on the Central Coast of California. The agency was established in 1987 for the purpose of creating family-based treatment programs as an alternative to group home or institutional care for children and youth, and is accredited by the California Alliance of Child and Family Services.

04/18/2010 42nd Annual Luka Sekulich Brickyard Race 4 & 8 Mile Rankin Park, Martinez California Aaron Ford 925-405-5869 http://www.alhambratrack.com/brickyard aford@alhambratrack.com Set along the rolling hills of the Carquinez Straight, the Brickyard Race runs through the many twists and turns of Snake Road. The 4 mile turn around is at the entrance to the Tesero Jet Fuel Factory, The 8 Mile ventures to the site of the abandoned Brickyard Factory. Top 3 winners in each catergory recieve 'brick' awards. All proceeds benefit Alhambra High School Cross Country, East Bay Regiional Parks, and Martinez Youth Scholarship Fund.

04/18/2010 XTERRA Redwood Peak Trail Run 5k. 15k Redwood Regional Park, Oakland CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 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!

04/24/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5-8 miles San Diego CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around San Diego. By the way, the winning team gets $300 and free entry into the nationals in New Orleans where the grand prize is $5,000 (plus other cash prizes)! Hope to see you there! A portion of proceeds benefits a local charity.

4/24/2010 Orange County Eco Mud Run Distance: 5K Location : Orange County Great park Contact : Website : www.ocmudrun.com Email : info@ocmudrun.com Additional Info : Join us for our 2010 Eco Mud Run Tour'the social sporting event of the year featuring great off-road obstacle courses, plenty of mud, and the fun-filled after party.Every tour stop has an Environmental Expo called Eco Fest. Each tour stop will have a fun 5K course with obstacles that include: Tunnel crawls ' Mud Pits ' Tire Obstacles ' Cargo-net Crawls ' Jump Walls ' And much more!

4/25/2010 Down & Dirty Los Angeles 10K Mud Run Castaic Lake State Recreation Area Castaic CA 91384 www.mesp.com/downanddirty downanddirty@mesp.com The Down & Dirty Race Series will take the running world by storm with thousands of athletes competing in the most exciting 10k race to hit the trails! Racers will run through a fun off-road, muddy course that includes military style obstacles, water crossings and finishes with the biggest, muddiest mud pit anyone has ever seen!

5/1/2010 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Ride 5k Rancho Madera Park, Simi Valley, CA California Briana Stephen 805-210-2979 in the works...will notify you when complete simisix@roadrunner.com Preregistration fees $10 - 12 yrs+ $5 - under 12 (add $2 for same day registration)

05/01/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5-8 miles San Diego CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around San Diego.

05/02/2010 Workday Devil Mountain Run 5K/10K 5K/10K Danville-Railroad Ave/Hartz California Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.devilmountainrun.org info@rhodyco.com Both certified courses run out on residential streets and return on the Iron Horse Trail. Kids races follow at the Expo. All registered runners receive a logo shirt/goodie bag. Race benefits Childrens Hospital Oakland

05/08/2010 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Santa Barbara, CA California Matt Dockstader (707) 933-1769 www.runsantaynez.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com Experience the beauty of the Santa Barbara coast and the Santa Ynez Valley at this Wine Country Half Marathon event produced by Destination Races. This beautiful 13.1 mile course starts in downtown Santa Ynez, runs through the quaint town of Los Olivos, then down breathtaking Ballard Canyon on your way to the finish in the Danish-influenced town of Solvang. You'll run past fruit orchards, lavender farms, Arabian horse ranches and vineyards before crossing the finish line to a cheering crowd on Copenhagen Drive. This is an ideal event to bring family and friends to spend a long weekend in wine country and celebrate in style at the popular post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park.

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

05/8/2010 XTERRA Malibu Creek XDURO 4 mi, 14 mi Malibu Creek State Park, Malibu CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #7 takes place at the breathtaking Malibu Creek State Park, located in Malibu/Calabasas, CA. The event field is limited, so enter early! This is the Grand Mama event - the 22k goes up Bulldog (oh so fun), but what follows is some of the most amazing scenery in Malibu. The 6k is a great introductory trail run with single track and fireroad trails.

05/08/2010 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Start: Santa Ynez, CA 93460 Finish: Solvang, CA 93463 CA 707-933-1769 www.runsantaynez.com raceinfo@destinationraces Experience one of the countries most scenic courses as you wind through Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara wine country. Bring your camera as you’ll pass through vineyards, lavender farms, fruit orchards, horse ranches and the town of Los Olivos along the way. The race starts on Sagunto St. in downtown Santa Ynez and finishes on Copenhagen Dr. in the Danish-themed town of Solvang. Here you can celebrate your achievement with family and friends at the post-race Wine & Music Festival. $2,500 in cash and awards, plus wine to top 3 finishers in each category. The half marathon and a two-person team relay option is offered. This race sells out early and is limited to 3,000 registrants. Certified USATF course.

05/08/2010 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Point to point Solvang CA Destination Races (707) 933-1769 www.runsantaynez.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com Experience the beauty of the Santa Barbara coast and the Santa Ynez Valley at this Wine Country Half Marathon event produced by Destination Races. This beautiful 13.1 mile course starts in downtown Santa Ynez, runs through the quaint town of Los Olivos, then down breathtaking Ballard Canyon on your way to the finish in the Danish-influenced town of Solvang. You'll run past fruit orchards, lavender farms, Arabian horse ranches and vineyards before crossing the finish line to a cheering crowd on Copenhagen Drive. This is an ideal event to bring family and friends to spend a long weekend in wine country and celebrate in style at the popular post-race Wine & Music Festival in Solvang Park.

05/08/2010 Rina's Run 5K/10K Starts at Ripon High School 301 S. Acacia, Ripon Ca Laurie Reilly 209 9857445 www.rcafsite.com rcaf@clearwire.net Ripon Community Athletic Foundation's 3rd annual 5K run or walk and 10K run through Ripon's quaint neighborhoods. Flat and fast run. All proceeds helping to bring an all-weather track and synthetic athletic field to Ripon's only stadium. Registration opens at 6:30am, race time 8:30am. Ages 17 & under $15 / Ages 18 & up $20 / race day $25 for all ages. Professionally timed, t-shirts, refreshments and age-level medals included. Register at Active.com

5/8/2010 Aflac Iron Girl Del Mar Women's Events Distance: 10K/5K Run& Walk Location : Del Mar Fairgrounds Contact : Address : Del Mar Fairgrounds City : Del Mar State : CA Zip : 92014 Country : USA Phone : 813-868-5938 Fax : Website : http://www.aflacirongirl.com Email : kit@irongirl.com Additional Info : We are proud to celebrate the fourth annual Aflac Iron Girl 10K and 5K at the Del Mar Fairgrounds! The race will start and finish on the fairgrounds but the main part of the course will be on the Pacific Coast Highway. the event will feature a new start and finish line area. Also the 10K and 5K will have separate times. We are going to have a very special Mother's Day weekend of fun, awards, giveaways and more to help honor the weekend for all mom's. Please note that our event will not be during the San Diego Country Fair. The Aflac Iron Girl event experience provides women with a competitive platform and amenities such as: a post-race Breakfast CafпїЅ, performance shirts sized just-for-women, professional timing, personalized race bibs, custom finisher medals and TriClique jewelry age group awards, return of the post race results on-demand station, post-race giveaways and reusable athlete goodie bag that folds to a compact snap holder when not in use, part of Aflac Iron GirlпїЅs continued пїЅGreenпїЅ initiative. All participants in the 2010 series will also receive a commemorative Aflac Iron Girl plush duck.

05/22/2010 5K Family Fun Run/Walk/Ride 5k Rancho Madera Park, Simi Valley, CA California Briana Stephen 805.210.2979 in the works...will notify you when complete simisix@roadrunner.com This event is free; it is a Youth Fundraiser. 100% of donations will go directly to Boy Scout & Girls Camps.

06/06/2010 Playa del Run 5k Fun Run 5k Bolsa Chica Beach, Huntington Beach CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.playadelrun.com info@genericeevents.com The 4 event series has stops at 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.

6/12/2010 XTERRA Marin Headlands XDURO 7k, 21k Marin Headlands, Sausilito CA Ashley Aurell 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com ashley@genericevents.com Race #3 of the new NorCal series takes place in the Marin Headlands. The 21k (1/2 marathon) and 7k runs will be a mix of fire road and single tracks throughout the park. The event field is limited, so enter early!

06/13/2010 Valley Crest Half Marathon 13.1 miles Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park, Tarzana, CA CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 818-591-1862 818-591-1871 http://www.trailrunevents.com valleycrestrun@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic mountain half-marathon run on historic Mulholland Drive fire road. 9th annual. Overall male/female prize package (cash/merchandise). Awards, 1st through 3rd place in 5-year divisions; Sponsor donated prizes to first place age division winners; t-shirts; finisher medals; free runners raffle.

07/10/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5-8 miles San Francisco CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around San Francisco.

07/11/2010 Eden Medical Center's Run to the Lake 5K/10K 5K/10K Eden Medical Center Castro Valley CA Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.edenmedcenter.org info@rhodyco.com Both courses run from Eden Medical Center up to Lake Chabot Park where the 5K turns back and the 10K enters the Park and runs up the West Lake Trail, returning via Upper Lake Chabot Dr. Kids dashes follow with big Health Expo. All registered runners receive a logo t-shirt/goodie bag. Benefits Eden Medical Center's Trauma Unit.

07/18/2010 Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Point to point Geyserville CA Destination Races (707) 933-1769 www.runhealdsburg.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com You'll be hard-pressed to find a more impressive start area for your 13.1 mile jaunt through the wine country. Located just off of Hwy 101 at the Independence Lane exit, Francis Ford Coppola Winery is being renovated into a majestic destination winery, unlike any you'll ever visit. The winery will be undergoing renovations during the race, but the tasting room will be open and tours will be offered during normal hours. Parking is not allowed at the winery so please use the designated parking and drop-areas or take the provided transportation to the start. Once you pass through the gates at the winery your journey into the Alexander and Dry Creek Valley begins! You'll pass 22 wineries on the course! There will be 7 aid stations on course. Some will offer additional treats and wine samples just to keep you motivated. Be sure to check out aid station #3 next to Quivira Winery where can get a boost of honey paired with Grenache Rose or Sauvignon Blanc. Feel free to sample the offerings but don't linger too long, the best part comes after the race! You are running during the area at the most beautiful time of all, as the vines shimmer with autumn colored leaves. Feel free to bring your camera, but leave the big telephoto lens behind.

07/18/2010 Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Point to point Napa CA Destination Races (707) 933-1769 www.napa2sonoma.com raceinfo@destinationraces.com A new start area was introduced in 2006 to accommodate a larger field! This scenic Napa to Sonoma 13.1 mile course starts at Cuvaison Carneros Estate on Duhig Road just off of Hwy 121. Runners congregate in one of the most beautiful start areas anywhere. You'll warm up next to the winery alongside rows of rolling vineyards and a reservoir. Once out of the starting gate, there is a short but steep ascent up Duhig (Butt Burner Hill) and then it’s a beautiful cruise down into the Carneros wine country. Enjoy vistas of the Napa-Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Preserve, San Pablo Bay and Mt. Tamalpais in Marin, as you wind through hundreds of rolling acres of vineyards and wineries. You'll also pass ranches filled with a variety of animals including horses, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, llama’s, chickens and donkeys on your way into Sonoma. You'll finish down Broadway in Sonoma to a throng of cheering spectators leading to the finish line right in front of City Hall. Then its time to enjoy th e awards and the popular post-race Wine & Music Festival in the historic Sonoma Plaza.

07/18/2010 Napa To Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Start: Cuvaison Carneros - Napa, CA Finish: Sonoma Plaza - Sonoma, CA CA 707-933-1769 www.napa2sonoma.com raceinfo@destinationraces This scenic USATF certified course starts at Cuvaison Carneros winery in Napa and runs to Sonoma through the Carneros wine appellation past thousands of acres of vineyards, ranches, and the Napa/Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Preserve. The course finishes in front of City Hall in historic Sonoma Plaza for the popular Wine & Music Festival. Cash, wine and other prizes valued at over $15,000 are awarded to top finishers and each participant receives a technical running shirt, colorful finishers medal and logo wine glass for the post-race Wine & Music Festival. This three-day event features wine-themed activities and was recently featured in People Magazine, Access Hollywood and Runners World Magazine. The event sells out very quickly is limited to 3,000 entrants.

07/18/2010 Playa del Run 5k Fun Run - Playa del Rey 5k Dockweiler Beach, Playa del Rey CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.playadelrun.com info@genericeevents.com

8/12/2010-8/15/2010 Thin Air Distance Festival 10k, 12k, 1/2 Marathon, & 5k South Lake Tahoe CA and NV John M DuCray 916-369-8788 www.thinairdistancefestival.com thinairdistancefes@sbcglobal.net Come run and vacation together in beautiful South Lake Tahoe. Health Expo, speakers, music, face painting, and more. Race as an individual or on a team or relay. Run one day or all four days. Bring the family and friends.

8/15/2010 Playa del Run 5k Fun Run - Solana Beach 5k Fletcher Cove, Solana Beach CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.playadelrun.com info@genericeevents.com

08/21/2010 Bulldog 50K Ultra Run & 25K Trail Run 50K / 25K Malibu Creek State Park, Calabasas, CA CA Nancy Shura-Dervin 818-591-1862 818-591-1871 http://www.trailrunevents.com bulldogultra@yahoo.com Challenging and scenic 50K/ course on f25Kire 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. 19th Annual. A Road Runner Club of America Championship Race.

08/21/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5 East Bay CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around East Bay.

9/19/2010 Playa del Run 5k Fun Run - Malibu 5k Zuma Beach, Malibu CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.playadelrun.com info@genericeevents.com

09/26/2010 XTERRA Point Mugu XDURO 11k, 18k Trail Runs Point Mugu State Park, Thousand Oaks CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com info@genericeevents.com Race #1 takes place in Point Mugu State Park in Malibu/Oxnard, CA. This race starts at the southern end of the park in La Jolla Canyon, which is 1 mile west of Sycamore Canyon. And no, this is not in La Jolla, that beautiful city down in San Diego!!!

10/03/2010 Glide Floss Bridge to Bridge 12K/7K 12K/7K Justin Herman Plaza-Ferry Building-San Francisco California Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.bridgetobridge.com info@rhodyco.com Start these certified courses by the Bay Bridge and run along the Embarcadero, thru Fisherman's Wharf, along the Marina, thru Crissy Field toward the Golden Gate Bridge, finishing at the Parade Ground of the Presidio of San Francisco National Park. All registered runners receive a logo t-shirt/goodie bag and enjoy a big expo and concert.

10/16/2010 CitySolve Urban Race Austin 5-8 miles San Jose CA Jason 510.371.4386 www.citysolveurbanrace.com info@citysolveurbanrace.com Teams of 2-6 solve clues, face fun challenges while racing around San Jose.

10/30/2010 Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon 13.1 miles Start: Francis Ford Coppola Winery - Geyserville CA Finish: Warm Springs Recreation Area - Geyserville, CA CA 707-933-1769 http://www.runhealdsburg.com raceinfo@destinationraces Destination Races presents its newest jewel, the Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon. A spectacular 13.1 mile course curves through the beautiful Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys at the end of harvest when the vineyards are vibrant with fall colors. This festive event is patterned in part after the Marathon du Medoc in France and occurs on Halloween weekend. Teams of costumed runners to experience the ultimate destination running experience, unlike any other in this country. The journey starts at the magnificent Francis Ford Coppola Winery and finishes at Warm Springs recreation area next to Lake Sonoma for the popular Wine & Music Festival. Following the post-race festival a Kids Pumpkin Run and Carnival are held at Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Each participant receives a long-sleeve technical shirt, trick-or-treat bag and colorful finishers medal. Logo wine glass and wine tasting is optional. Limited to 2,000 registrants.

10/31/2010 Down & Dirty Sacramento 10K Mud Run Folsom Lake State Recreation Area Folsom, CA www.mesp.com/downanddirty downanddirty@mesp.com The Down & Dirty Race Series will take the running world by storm with thousands of athletes competing in the most exciting 10k race to hit the trails! Racers will run through a fun off-road, muddy course that includes military style obstacles, water crossings and finishes with the biggest, muddiest mud pit anyone has ever seen!

11/25/2010 XTERRA Topanaga Turkey Trot 15k, 10k, 5k Trippet Ranch at Topanga State Park CA Brennan Lindner 310-821-7898 310-821-7899 www.trailrace.com info@genericeevents.com Race #2 features three exciting courses: 15k, 10k and a 5k fun run on the scenic trails at Trippet Ranch in Topanga State Park. The event field is limited, so enter early! The event normally sells out in early November, don't wait!

11/28/2010 Run Wild for a Child 5K/10K 5K/10K Golden Gate Park--JFK at 8th Avenue California Diane Kotta (415)759-2690 (415)759-2699 www.rhodyco.com info@rhodyco.com This traditional Thanksgiving Sunday run in and around Golden Gate Park includes a costume contest in the 5K---run as your favorite childhood toy and bring new unwrapped toys for the San Francisco Firefighters Toy Drive. All registered runners receive a long-sleeve t-shirt and goodie bag at the big post-race expo. Both courses start together, split off, and finish next to the Music Concourse between the deYoung Museum and the California Academy of Sciences.

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