Dash through snow and ice with this fast, fun, and unique 5k. Snow decided not to make an appearance this year but there was plenty of fire to make up for it. With hot air balloons kicking off the race, this 5k is one of a kind.
Running for Cancer at the MSU Relay Turkey Trot
Raising funds for cancer and running? Sign me up! The MSU Relay Turkey Trot 5K, hosted at Michigan State University, was a last minute addition to my fall race roster. It was an easy race for a great cause.
Running a 5k on a Golf Course: Halloween Links 5K
When I signed up for the 1st Annual Halloween Links 5K, I never imagined that it would be on the actual golf course. Taking place at the Forest Akers East Golf Course in East Lansing, Michigan, this is one of the most unique 5Ks I have ran.
Running the Half at St. Patrick’s Fall Festival
Fifty-five runners eagerly stood awaiting the signal. The sun barely peeked above the horizon. The countdown began, and with the sound of a horn, we were off. The Portland St. Patrick's Fall Festival Half Marathon was underway.
The Challenges of Running at Sleepy Hollow State Park
Sleepy Hollow State Park offers over 2,000 acres of forest, fields, and lake. Within that acreage, the park boasts 16 miles of hiking, running, and biking trail. The perfect location for a trail runner to get some decent mileage in.
A Twilight 5k
Take a run along the Grand River with the Twilight Run/Walk 5K. This was my 2nd year participating in this race and I can't wait to run it again.
Run-a-Munk at Woldumar Nature Center
Woldumar Nature Center is hosting it’s 12th annual Run-A-Munk race on November 3rd, 2019. For the past two years, I’ve signed up and participated in this fantastic event.
Hopping Along the Hippity Hop 5k
Celebrating its 3rd year, the Hippity Hop is the largest fundraiser for the Child Benefit Fund. It offers 2 main events; the 5k Run/Walk and the Egg Race.
Running the Blarney Stone
Who doesn't want to help rescue cats, train dogs, and save parks all while enjoying the thrills of race? The Blarney Stone just that!
Running Trails at Woldumar Nature Center
Mid-Michigan is not known for challenging terrain. Finding some trails to really push yourself as a runner or hiker can be difficult, but there is one hidden gem; Woldumar Nature Center. Woldumar Nature Center is located in Lansing, Michigan. It is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1963, with a mission to educate...