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).

02/27/2010 Buffalo Run Half Marathon and 5K 1/2 Marathon, 5k Catalina Island CA Pacific Sports 714-978-1528 714-978-1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com info@pacificsportsllc.com Avalon, CA Half Marathon, 5k The Buffalo Run Half Marathon is the ultimate in trail running. The course goes to a 1600-foot elevation and experiences spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Also featured: a popular, fast 5k race. Many parts of the half marathon course are in areas that are not accessible by the public without permits.

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

02/28/10 "The Great Silverado Footrace" about 8 miles Silverado (zip is 92676)community center near Irvine lake CA Chay 714-649-2820 sprockethead@cox.net This is an extream event-run at your own risk!! This will kick your ass! Must sign waiver! Only $30 includes long sleeve T shirt and lunch plus

03/06/2010 Undy 5000 5K - Raising Awareness of Colon Cancer 5K (3.1) mile run/walk NTC Promenade, Liberty Station in Point Loma CA Stacie Mischler (877) 422-2030 www.undy5000.org smishler@ccalliance.org The 1st Annual San Diego Undy 5000 5K run/walk will be held on Saturday, March 6 at 8:00 AM at the NTC Promenade, Liberty Station in Point Loma. The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA), a national patient advocacy organization dedicated to ending the suffering caused by colorectal cancer, will host the event. The Undy 5000 is held in different cities across the country throughout the year. The goal of the event is to educate the public about colon cancer, promote screenings, and get people talking about this deadly, but preventable, disease. This event also raises much needed funds to support and build the CCA’s national and local patient support and innovative public awareness programs. A percentage of the local proceeds will benefit the California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4). This event stands out from many other 5K events because participants run in specially designed boxer-style shorts, providing a fun way to bring attention to a serious disease. This is a family-oriented event open to all ages. In addition to the 5K, there will be a family fun run and children’s’ activities.

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.

03/27/2010 10th Annual Dr. John C. Trettin Memorial Race 5K (3.1 miles) 4350 Constellation Road, Lompoc, CA 93436 CA Kent Yankee 805-733-0754 http://members.impulse.net/~lvdc/RunCalendar.htm kentyankee@aol.com This race was established to honor the memory of John Trettin, a local doctor, coach, father, husband, and friend, who was tragically killed while bicycling in the summer of 2000. This race starts and finishes at the Cabrillo High School Track. The run will be held on the Cabrillo High School cross-country course out in the hills behind the school. Registration begins at 8:00 AM. Race begins at 9:00am. Entry fees: $10 adults $5 18 and under. Limited Edition Commemorative long sleeved shirts available. Awards three deep male and female in each division and overall male and female plaques. Additional prizes will be given away in a free raffle to race participants including an IPOD.

03/27/2010 GO Trailblaze The City 10K Sponsored by Slalom Consulting 10K San Francisco CA www.goworks.org.10k Join Groundwork Opportunities for it's first fundraising race and sign-up for one the city’s best runs along the Bay in San Francisco’s Presidio, and help raise money for a great cause! Groundwork Opportunities will be donating 100% of all proceeds to help renovate the Saboba's Hope Children’s Ward in Ghana. Bring friends and family and stay for an after party at Sports Basement with food, music and a raffle.

3/9/2010 Get into the SOLD OUT Napa to SOnoma half marathon with Team Challenge! Half marathon Information meeting: SF State - Downtown Campus, 835 Market St, 6th Floor, San Francisco CA Calee Spinney 415-356-2235 www.ccteamchallenge.org cspinney@ccfa.org Train for a Half Marathon AND help find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Resolve to Join Team Challenge – Crohn’s and Colitis and train for the Napa Ѕ Marathon July 18th 2010. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE: Great Coaches, Mentors and Teammates. Experienced coaches will provide a running, walking, or run/walk training schedule as well as clinics on technique, gear, nutrition and more. Unforgettable Weekend. Lodging, race entry fees, inspirational pasta party and victory party, and wine tasting are all covered for what’s sure to be one of the best weekends of your life! Supportive Environment. You are not alone- in training or fundraising. Your personal mentor and Endurance Manager will help you every step of the way. You’ll make new friends that will last. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS PROVIDE: Hope. Funds raised will go towards cutting edge research that will one day lead to a cure for these devastating diseases. Help make 2010 the year that Crohn’s and Colitis are cured! RSVP for a March Information Meeting today! http://www.ccteamchallenge.org/Tell_Me_More/Northern_California_Chapter.htm 6:00pm Tuesday, March 9, 2010: SF State – Downtown Campus 835 Market St, 6th floor, San Francisco CA 94103 Click here to RSVP for this meeting 9:30am Saturday, March 13, 2010: Sports Basement – Presidio 610 Old Mason St @ Crissy Field, San Francisco CA 94129 Click here to RSVP for this meeting 6:00pm Monday, March 15, 2010: Spots Basement – Bryant St 1590 Bryant St, San Francisco CA 94103 Click here to RSVP for this meeting 6:00pm Thursday, March 25, 2010: Crushpad 2573 Third St, San Francisco CA 94107 Click here to RSVP for this meeting More information meetings are available in the East Bay and Peninsula/ South Bay – email me for more details! Still unsure? Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

03/13/2010 Catalina Marathon Marathon, 10k, and 5k Catalina Island CA Pacific Sports 714-978-1528 714-978-1505 www.pacificsportsllc.com info@pacificsportsllc.com Point-to-point Marathon, 10k, 5k, Kids Run Voted Runner's World's #1 Off-Road Marathon in the World, the Catalina Marathon is a breathtaking 26.2 mile run across the Island of Catalina on trail roads inaccessible to the regular tourist! Visit our website for more information..

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.

3/13/2010 Get into the SOLD OUT Napa to SOnoma half marathon with Team Challenge! Half marathon Information meeting: Sports Basement - Presidio, 610 Old Mason St @ Crissy Field, San Francisco CA Calee Spinney 415-356-2235 www.ccteamchallenge.org cspinney@ccfa.org Train for a Half Marathon AND help find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Resolve to Join Team Challenge – Crohn’s and Colitis and train for the Napa Ѕ Marathon July 18th 2010. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE: Great Coaches, Mentors and Teammates. Experienced coaches will provide a running, walking, or run/walk training schedule as well as clinics on technique, gear, nutrition and more. Unforgettable Weekend. Lodging, race entry fees, inspirational pasta party and victory party, and wine tasting are all covered for what’s sure to be one of the best weekends of your life! Supportive Environment. You are not alone- in training or fundraising. Your personal mentor and Endurance Manager will help you every step of the way. You’ll make new friends that will last. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS PROVIDE: Hope. Funds raised will go towards cutting edge research that will one day lead to a cure for these devastating diseases. Help make 2010 the year that Crohn’s and Colitis are cured! RSVP for a March Information Meeting today. http://www.ccteamchallenge.org/Tell_Me_More/Northern_California_Chapter.htm Still unsure? Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

03/14/10 City of Dublin's Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk 5K 6815 Dublin Boulevard across the street from the City of Dublin Civic Center. CA Damian Sandholm 925-833-6649 925-833-6651 http://www.dublinstpats.com/funrun.cfm damian.sandholm@ci.dublin.ca.us A Few Event Highlights: 3.1 mile certified 5K course. Over 1,200 participants. Post race celebration with refreshments, entertainment and more! Commemorative event T-shirt. Split times announced at each mile marker. Two staffed water stations along the course. Prize drawing after the race with gift certificates and more! The Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk is part of the St. Patrick's Day Festival with Irish music, dancing, food and over 170 artisans and crafters.

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.

3/15/2010 Get into the SOLD OUT Napa to SOnoma half marathon with Team Challenge! Half marathon Information meeting: Sports Basement - Bryant St, 1590 Bryant St, San Francisco CS Calee Spinney 415-356-2235 www.ccteamchallenge.org cspinney@ccfa.org Train for a Half Marathon AND help find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Resolve to Join Team Challenge – Crohn’s and Colitis and train for the Napa Ѕ Marathon July 18th 2010. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE: Great Coaches, Mentors and Teammates. Experienced coaches will provide a running, walking, or run/walk training schedule as well as clinics on technique, gear, nutrition and more. Unforgettable Weekend. Lodging, race entry fees, inspirational pasta party and victory party, and wine tasting are all covered for what’s sure to be one of the best weekends of your life! Supportive Environment. You are not alone- in training or fundraising. Your personal mentor and Endurance Manager will help you every step of the way. You’ll make new friends that will last. TEAM CHALLENGE PARTICIPANTS PROVIDE: Hope. Funds raised will go towards cutting edge research that will one day lead to a cure for these devastating diseases. Help make 2010 the year that Crohn’s and Colitis are cured! RSVP for a March Information Meeting today. http://www.ccteamchallenge.org/Tell_Me_More/Northern_California_Chapter.htm Still unsure? Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

03/20/2010 2nd Annual Run for Living Green 5k Wofford Heights CA Darby Vreren (760) 376-1067 (702) 442-9167 http://tinyurl.com/2010-Run-for-Living-Green cptdarbo@lightspeed.net This run is part of the 4 day 2010 Living Green Kern River Valley Festival taking place March 17–21, 2010. www.LivingGreenKRV.org This year’s run is put on by Run-4-A-Way, a local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health, fitness, and wellness in the Kern Valley community. Proceeds from The Run for Living Green will benefit Run-4-A-Way & the Living Green Kern River Valley Festival. Course: The 5K & Little Kids’ Race will be run adjacent to Lake Isabella through Wofford Heights Park (Not on public streets) on a flat dirt trail along the lake shore with 2 small stream crossings. Fees: 5K = $25 if you pre-register before March 18, $30 after. Kids’ Race is FREE! Kids must be 10 or under on race day. For online registration, click on ONLINE REGISTRATION http://tinyurl.com/2010-Run-for-Living-Green-RSVP. Sponsorship: Get family, friends, businesses, etc. to sponsor you. The sponsorship form is below or attached. Sponsorship funds are due prior to or on the day of the race. Prizes: All paid/sponsored entrants receive an eco-friendly stainless steel water bottle & eco-conscious event T-shirt (others can buy a stainless steel water bottle for $5 and/or an event T-shirt for $10). To be sure to get a T-shirt in your size on the day of the race, you need to have registered before March 18. Check-In/Last Minute Registration: 7:00-8:00am, Run for Living Green/Start Area, morning of race. Start: At Wofford Heights Park, end of Williams St. at E Evans Road, Wofford Heights, CA. Kids’ race starts first at 7:45 am, sharp! 5K races start at 8:00 am. Parking: Limited parking at the Wofford Heights Park parking lot at end of Williams Street at East Evans Road in Wofford Heights and along the streets nearby. Info: Darby (760) 376-1067 cptdarbo@lightspeed.net or Mike (760) 376-4405 mikelanephoto@mac.com. If you don't want to register online, print out the FORM and mail it in with your check. http://tinyurl.com/2010-Run-for-Living-Green-FORM

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.

04/02/2010 Montecito Half Marathon half marathon, 5km and kids 1 mile Cpast Village Road, Montecito, Santa Barbara ca robert 805896-6917 8059663163 www.montecitohalfmarathon.com robert@blacksmithendurance.com Come run through one of californais most affluent and prestigous communities. Open flat roads to sloped Oak treened lined lanes this Half Marathon will surely leave you breathless. This event was developed around the premise that "one race can make a difference- but many races together make an lasting impact"

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.

04/11/2010 Rhodes Race 5k 5k Lake Merritt, Oakland CA Claire Blaney 415-385-0484 www.rhodesrace.com info@rhodesrace.com Registration fees go directly to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. There is a kids and a canine division!

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.

04/17/2010 Miracle Miles - 5k Walk/Run 5K DeRosa University Center Lawn, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA California Maggie Francisco http://pacifictridelta.com/miracle-miles-2010 trideltagivesback@gmail.com Miracle Miles is Tri Delta's annual 5k walk/run that will be held at the University of the Pacific on April 17th, 2010 on the lawn in front of the DeRosa University Center. We encourage participation from both Pacific students and its surrounding community. Registration begins at 10am, and each runner is invited to join us for fun carnival games and booths following the race. Those who register early will receive a free t-shirt! All proceeds go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The registration fees for Miracle Miles are $10 for an individual and, in teams of 6 or more, $7 per team member. Please visit, www.pacifictridelta.com/philanthropy for more information or to register online.

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 Dow Live Earth Run For Water LA 6k (3.5 miles) Expostion Park, Los Angeles CA Pacific Sports 714-978-1528 714-978-1505 http://runforwaterlosangeles.com/ info@pacificsportsllc.com Run a 6k through the streets of Downtown Los Angeles in April 18th's Dow Live Earth Run for Water. Join in the fight against water scarcity while millions of others around the world do the same.

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.

04/24/2010 WEI Care: 5k Run/Walk 5k For Haiti 5k 60 Benton Way American Canyon CA Gabrielle Fisher www.weihumanitarian.org gfisher@weihumanitarian.org Come spend your Saturday morning with us running through the streets of American Canyon. Your participation also raises financial support and awareness for clean water and educational needs in Haiti. register here: http://www.active.com/running/american-canyon-ca/wei-care-5k-runwalk-for-clean-water-2010#Summary

04/24/2010 Wildcat Half Marathon/10K/5K Distance: Half Marathon/10K/5K Location : Wildcat Regional Park, El Sobrante CA Phone : 510-750-5919 Fax : Website : www.brazenracing.com Email : sam@brazenracing.com

04/24/2010 WEI Care: 5k Run/Walk 5k For Haiti Distance: 5k Location : 60 Benton Way American Canyon Contact : Ollie Dixon Address : 60 Benton Way City : American Canyon State : CA Zip : 94503 Country : USA Phone : Fax : Website : www.weihumanitarian.org Email : gfisher@weihumanitarian.org

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)

5/1/10 Porterville Breakfast Rotary Club Cancer 5K Run/Walk THE PORTERVILLE BREAKFAST ROTARY PRESENTS THE 9th ANNUAL PORTERVILLE CANCER 5K RUN/Walk Saturday, May 1, 2010 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

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 2nd Annual Round Up For Hunger 5K 5 kilometer Woodlake CA. Brent Cushenbery 559-564-8081x13 bcushenbery@woodlake.k12.ca.us Entry includes breakfast and race takes place the morning of the Woodlake Rodeo and Parade.

05/08/2010 Willow Glen 5K Run / Walk 5K San Jose CA info@willowglen5k.org www.willowglen5k.org info@willowglen5k.org Willow Glen Elementary, an anchor of the Willow Glen community and business district, will be the focus of a new Run/Walk this spring – a 5K event through neighborhood streets. Whether you are a casual jogger or a distance runner looking to expand your schedule of races, come and join your community on a trek through the picturesque Willow Glen neighborhood. The inaugural Willow Glen Run/Walk, which is being organized by the Willow Glen Elementary School PTA, will be Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 9:00am. The Willow Glen 5K will benefit the school’s diverse student body and provide an opportunity for students, their families and friends, and businesses from across the community to participate in a new spring tradition.

05/08/2010 Bull Canyon Run 5K Run, 5K Walk, 10K Run 809 N. Panther, Santa Maria CA Ken George 8059283781, ext 194 www.bcrun.org kcgeorge@verizon.net SATURDAY, MAY 8, (8:00 A.M.) - BULL CANYON 5K & 10K: All events start at the Edwards Community Center, 800 North Panther Street, Santa Maria (East on Main Street from Highway 101, just north of Pioneer Valley High School). The 5K is a relatively flat out and back course while the 10K continues farther up Bull Canyon and has more hills. All events start at 8:00 AM. The cost is $20 for walkers and youth runners under 18 while adult runners pay $25. We are introducing chip timing this year and will not offer race day registrations. All participants must register prior to the race. (see web site for details at www.bcrun.org). T-shirts and medals for all participants. Plaques will be awarded to top 3 finishers in both races as well as to the top finisher in each of the 14 age divisions. Register on line at www.active.com, go the race web site at www.bcrun.org, or get an entry form at the Santa Maria Recreation & Parks office, 615 South McClelland, Santa Maria, 93454. Ken Georg e, 928-3781, Ext. 194, kgeorge@hancockcollege.edu. You may also pick up a registration for at any Heritage Oaks Bank, our presenting sponsor. This race has been growing every year and it is a Law Enforcement Torch Run event with proceeds going to benefit Special Olympics.

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.

5/8/2010 Run with the Panthers 5K Run/Walk & 1K Cub Fun Run 5K & 1K The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos, Corona CA Jeremy Beck 951-273-1752 http://runwiththepanthers.com/ panthers5K@yahoo.com Event proceeds benefit Corona Panthers Youth Track Club's youth scholar-athlete program and Corona-Norco Unified School District elementary school track meet program to build Champions for Life! EVENT HIGHLIGHTS * Free commemorative T-shirt for first 1,000 pre-registered participants * Trophy to overall Male and Female * Awards for all 1K Kids Fun Run Participants * Overall top 3 male/female age division finishers will receive a commemorative place medal * Music and Entertainment by 97.1 AMP Radio * Professional Timing * USATF sanctioned event * Vendor Expo * Merchandise and goodies from participating product sponsors * Race Day Photos

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.

05/16/2009 Santa Monica Classic 5K/10K 2600 Barnard Way, Santa Monica CA Stacy Embretson 310-271-7200 310-271-7202 http://www.santamonicaclassic.com smc@lamarathon.com Spectacular point-to-point course. Expo on the Santa Monica Pier.

5/16/2010 Inaugural "Stepping Out To Cure Scleroderma" 2 Mile Walk/10K Run 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk and 10K Run Almaden Lake Park, Coleman Rd and Almaden Expressway, San Jose CA 916-832-1102 http://www.firstgiving.com/scl-northernca 2 Mile Walk Cost: $25 per adult walk participant, ages 17 yrs. and above; $15 per walk participant, ages 16 yrs. and under 10K Run Cost: $30 per runner pre-registered before May 9 and $35 after May 9 and on day of run * T-shirts are only guaranteed to those who register prior to the May 9th deadline. Register Online at http://www.firstgiving.com/scl-northernca For more information you can call our office at 916-832-1102. You can also visit our website at: www.scleroderma.org/chapter/no_calif/2010SanJoseWalk.htm. Silent Auction ~ Food ~ Music ~ Fun For Entire Family! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR INAUGURAL WALK AND 10K RUN! THERE IS NO CURE FOR SCLERODERMA - TOGETHER WE CAN CHANGE THAT! Thank you for supporting the Scleroderma Foundation Northern California Chapter! We hope to see as many of you as possible at our 1st Annual Stepping Out To Cure Scleroderma Walk/10K Run in San Jose.

5/22/2010 3rd Annual Aid Africa 5K Run/Walk Distance: 5K Location : Beilenson Park (Formerly Lake Balboa park) Van Nuys, CA Contact : Peter Keller Address : 3916 Pennsylvania Ave. City : La Crescenta State : CA Zip : 91214 Country : Phone : 818-389-6778 Fax : Website : http://aidafrica.net/5k_run_walk_welcome.html Email : pmkeller@aol.com Additional Info : Aid Africa's 3rd Annual Run/Walk is at Lake Balboa in the Sepulveda Basin. The course is fairly flat and part is near the lake. Our participants have always had a good time at our well-organized events. Come for the competition or come for a fun stroll with a cup of coffee and your friends. This event is a fund-raiser for the projects of Aid Africa. Complete event information is available through our web site: http://aidafrica.net/5k_run_walk_welcome.html

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.

5/23/2010 The VAP 5K/10K and Kids Run 5K/10K and Kids Run CBS Studio Center California 1(310) 264-4224 www.VirginiaAvenueProject.orq The Virginia Avenue Project is a free, after school program that uses arts in conjunction with long-term, one-on-one mentoring to help kids discover their full potential! Visit the website for more information.

06/05/2010 Nitro Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K Half Marathon/10K/5K Point Pinole Regional Park, 5551 Giant Hwy, Pinole CA Sam Fiandaca 510-750-5919 www.brazenracing.com sam@brazenracing.com These races are perfect for first-time race participants, first-time trail runners and anybody looking for a relatively fast and beautifully scenic trail run. Home of gunpowder and dynamite manufacturers for almost 100 years, Point Pinole became part of the East Bay Regional Park District in the 1970s. 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 truly the hidden gem of the East Bay. If you have never been there before, you are in for a surprise. All 5K and 10K finishers will receive custom medals and race t-shirts. All Half Marathon finishers will receive custom medals and technical race t-shirts. The start and finish of the race will be in a meadow area of the park with a playground and plenty of space for kids to play. Spectators who want to cheer on their friends and family at later points of the race can do so with just a short walk.

6/5/2010 blue canyon trail race half marathon, 50km, 50 mile and 100km Historiuc Rancho Oso Guest Ranch, 30 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara ca robert 805896-6917 805966-3163 www.bluecanyontrailrace.com robert@blacksmithendurance.com Tough on the competitor- Easy on the environment! The Blue Canyon Trail Race (www.bluecanyontrailrace.com or www.blacksmithendurance.com ) hosts 3 ultra distance lengths: 100km, 50mile and 50km. Routed through the north side of the Santa Ynez Mountain range this race course will treat runners to a varying degree of challenging single tracks to wide open jeep/ OHV roads, all equally loaded with big elevation gains and loss. We have added a half marathon distance event for those who don’t need so much time out there! Register at www.Ultrasignup.com proceeds benefit the Los Padres Forest Association

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.

07/09/2010 Jeff Galloway's Running Camps varies Squaw Valley CA Carol 800-200-2771 x10 404-252-3971 http://jeffgalloway.com/retreats/tahoe.html susan@jeffgalloway.com Join Olympian Jeff Galloway and his guest in beautiful Squaw Valley for a week or weekend Camp.

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

08/07/2010 Ventura County Fair 2 Mile Run & Walk 2 Miles Mission Park in Downtown Ventura, along Main Street to Cemetary Park and back CA Steve Doll http://www.altitude27.com/events.html sdoll@naicapital.com Check-In begins at 7:00 am. Pre-Registration - $25 Centipede (5 person team)- $100 Race-Day Registration - $30 Fun and healthy athletic event, while raising money for the Ventura County Fair Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising and allocating the funds necessary to preserve and enhance the vitality of the Fairgrounds. Participants are encouraged to dress in costumes that are inspired by this year’s Fair theme, “Western Nights and Carnival Lights” and awards will be given to the best-dressed. While the theme is “Western Nights and Carnival Lights”, participants may wear costumes unrelated to this theme. Awards will be given out for the fastest time in each age group. Age groups are in five year increments (i.e. 1-5, 6-10, 11-15, etc.) Gather a group of friends or the whole family and walk or run together. Run individually or as a centipede (5 person group) and run the race together. Get healthy and have fun at the same time! Make sure you stick around to watch the Ventura County Fair Parade and then go to the Ventura County Fair to make a full day of fun.

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.

September 3-5, 2010 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Distance: 13.1 miles Location : Disneyland Resort Contact : Disney Endurance Series Address : Disneyland City : Anaheim State : CA Zip : 92802 Country : USA Phone : 407-938-3398 Fax : Website : http://disneylandhalfmarathon.com Email : wdw.sports.marathon.endurance@disneysports.com

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!

10/01/2010 santa barbara D.R.T.E. Ultra Marathon 100 mile, 100km, 50 mile or 50km Historic Rancho Oso Guest Ranch, 30 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara ca robert 805896-6917 8059663163 www.santabarbaraDRTEultramarathon.com robert@blacksmithendurance.com Tough on the competitor- Easy on the environment! The Blue Canyon Trail Race (www.SantaBarbaraDRTEUltraMarathon.com or www.blacksmithendurance.com ) Is California’s newest 100 mile big elevation gains and loss trail race. The Premier event of this race of course is the 100 mile solo division; additionally we have a 100 mile 3 person team relay, 100km, 50 mile and 50km distances. 2.5 years were spent to get annual event permits established for the event. Race headquarters Start and finish are located at the Historic Rancho Oso Guest Ranch, a mere 30 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara. Course meanders through various sections of the Upper Santa Ynez Valley, Los Padres National Forest and some sections of the Santa Barbara Coastal mountain range. The race course will treat runners to a varying degree of challenging single tracks to wide open jeep/ OHV roads, all equally loaded with big elevation gains and loss. Register at www.Ultrasignup.com proceeds benefit the Los Padres F orest Association

10/02/2010 Coastwise Mile 5k, 1m Ellen Browning Scripps Park at 1133 Coast Boulevard, La Jolla, CA 92037 California Joclyn Sanford (858) 454 - 6670 http://www.coastwisemile.com joclyn@coastwisegroup.com Don't miss the 2010 Coastwise Mile offering scenic one-mile and 5k courses along the famous La Jolla coast! This event has something for everyone, benefits two great charities, and is a fun, healthy way to spend a morning with friends and family!

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.

10/09/2010 Gold Rush Poke Run & Walk 10 mile, 10K, 5K, 1 mile El Dorado Trail beginning at Schnell School Road CA Jessica Bean 916-381-1300 x170 916-381-9026 http://www.inallianceinc.com/inalliance_agency_website_2010_018.htm jbean@inallianceinc.com Enjoy the beauty of California as you run, walk or stroll through the Sierra Nevada Foothills for the Gold Rush Poker Run & Walk!!! This race has a twist; as you make your way along the 10 mile, 10K, 5K or 1 mile course you will collect playing cards to form poker hands worth raffle prizes at the finish line celebration. After the race enjoy snacks, vendor tents, raffle prizes and awards! 100% of proceeds from the event will go towards the nonprofit support programs InAlliance provides people with developmental disabilities. Register by September 10, 2010 to receive an early bird discount and free event t-shirt. Both the 10 mile and 10K races have an elevation change of 600’. 10 mile course has paved and non-paved areas. All courses begin and end in the same location. Several awards categories to be determined. Visit website for updated information! Fees: $10-$30 Register online at http://www.active.com/running/placerville-ca/gold-rush-poker-run-and-walk-2010-hx443 Register by mail by mail to 6950 21st Ave, Sacramento, CA 95820.

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.

10/16/10 Springville Apple Run 8:00 am Kids Run 8:30 am 5K/10K/2M Complete Details and Online Registration

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!

11/14/2010 Stockton Half Marathon Half Marathon, 5k, 1 Mile Fun run Stockton CA Deano Reinke 407-620-1560 http://usrahm.com

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.

12/04/2010 The North Face Endurance Challenge 50 mile trail run, 50k trail run, marathon trail, half-marahthon trail, 10k trail, 5k trail, marathon relay trail, kids fun run San Francisco California Laura Clagett 214-659-5668 http://www2.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge/races/2010/ca/index.html lclagett@hawkeyeww.com

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