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Wednesday
Jul282010

Simi Valley Days 5K and 10K Runs on Saturday, September 11th

The Simi Valley Days 5K & 10K will take place prior to the Simi Valley Days Parade on Saturday, September 11th. This course is flat and blazing fast! Both the 5k and 10k are along the Simi Valley Days parade route on Los Angeles Avenue. 10K starts at 8am, 5K at 8:15am. Races start at Royal Plaza Shopping Center near Royal and Thompson.

Proceeds will be donated to the Simi Valley Days community fund to help local charities. All runners will be awarded a finisher medal, race day t-shirt and goodie bag with Simi Valley Days festival coupons

THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION so make sure to register in advance at www.simivalley5k10k.com.

Wednesday
Jul282010

Zest for Life 5K Run in Santa Paula on Saturday, July 31st

Tuesday
Jul272010

3rd Annual Jason's Race 5K Run/Walk for SIDS Awareness in Westlake Village on Sunday, October 17th

On November 7, 2007, Katie and Andy Lutz welcomed Jason, a beautiful 8 pound, 5 ounce baby boy into their family. The entire family, especially Jason's big brother Aidan, was so excited to finally meet him. The next four months were filled with fun as they watched him grow and discover the world around him. Jason was strong and full of energy. He had sparkling blue eyes and he instantly returned any smile given to him. Aside from a small cold at 3 months old, Jason was perfectly healthy.

On March 11, 2008, the family suffered a devastating loss. Jason passed away from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) during his morning nap. The Lutz family was shocked by this unexpected event and learned that this can happen to anyone. In fact, SIDS is responsible for the death of 1 out of every 2000 births in the U.S.

The hardest part of dealing with their loss has been not understanding why it happened.  SIDS information and its cause is unknown. There are several theories, but none have been proven.  There still are no answers.  The Lutz’s can't help but think that if something had been done differently, even just one small detail, would Jason still be here today. Would a greater awareness of SIDS have helped the Lutz family?

The Lutz family commemorates Jason’s life and brings SIDS awareness by organizing the 3nd Annual Jason’s Race 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 17th. Proceeds from Jason's Race will benefit SIDS research so that perhaps some day the Lutz family and others will have more answers.

Jason's Race will include a 5K Run/Walk at 9 a.m. and a 25 yard dash for kids at 10:30 a.m. (all the kids receive medals!).  For more information, visit www.JasonsRace.com.

Monday
Jul262010

The Oaks Mile Road Race in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, September 4th

How fast can you run a mile? Find out at the Oaks Mile. Compete against friends in your age group, do the family fun run, or race against the areas best athletes in the Elite race. The Oaks Mile encourages youth to run and supports local youth running programs. Presented by the Thousand Oaks High School Cross Country Teams. More information at www.theoaksmile.com.

Monday
Jul262010

11th Annual Camarillo-Somis Pleasant Valley Lions Club 5K and 1K Runs on Sunday, September 19th

The 11th Annual Camarillo-Somis Pleasant Valley Lions Club 5K and 1K runs will take place at 201 Camarillo Ranch Road in Camarillo on Sunday, September 19th. The 5K starts at 8 a.m. and the 1K is at 8:45 a.m.

Awards will be given to the Top 3 Guys & Gals overall in the 5K Lion Run, and to the Top Guys & Gals in their respective age groups: 14 & under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69 & 70+. Kids 12 & under in the 1K Cub Run will get a commemorative medal for their participation. Parents are welcome to participate.

For more information, visit www.pvlions.org or call 805.987.4272. Or to register online, visit the Active.com website by clicking here.



Monday
Jul262010

Ventura County Fair 2 Mile Run/Walk in Ventura on Saturday, August 7th

Join the fun at the Ventura County Fair 2 Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, August 7th, starting at 8am at Mission Park in Ventura (Main Street & Figueroa). Runners, joggers, and walkers of all abilities are welcome to participate in this 2 Mile fundraiser for the Ventura County Fair.

Costumes are highly encouraged and awards will be given to the best-dressed participants. The Fair theme is "Western Nights and Carnival Lights" but participants can dress in any costume.

Grab some Gals and Guys and make a team of 5 or more. All Centipede division runners or walkers must stay together along the entire 2 mile course.

Awards for top 3 finishers in each age category. Top 10 costumed runners receive special awards. Competitors must wear a costume to be eligible for an award.

More information at www.altitude27.com/events.html or call 805.701.9486. Register online at this Active.com link.

Monday
Jul262010

Wounded Warrior Half Marathon/5K/Military Mile at Naval Base Ventura County on Saturday, September 18th

The Wounded Warrior Half Marathon/5k/Military Mile, hosted by Naval Base Ventura County, will honoring our Wounded Warriors. Join NBVC and pay tribute to our injured servicemen and women on Saturday, September 18th at 8 am., Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu, Building 16 Gymnasium, North Mugu Road.

This is fast, flat course. The 5K run is a great way to stay in shape and pay tribute, while the Military Mile is family and stroller friendly. All participants will receive a collectors 'Finisher Medal', T-shirt and sponsored goodies. Enjoy live bands and encouraging cheers along the way. The Half Marathon will start at 0800 and the 5k will start at 0815. Race participants must send in all spectator names upon registration for gate access. All racers, spectators, and volunteers 18 years or older must have a photo ID to enter the base. Cost for civilians is a bargain at only $30 (Half), $20 (5K) and $10 (Mile) ($15/$10/$5 for Military participants).

Register by September 13th at this Active.com link. More information by calling 805.989.7378.

Sunday
Jul252010

Agoura Hills Mile and Reyes Adobe Days 5K on Saturday, October 2nd

The 2010 Agoura Hills Mile (NEW!) and Reyes Adobe Days 5K take place on Saturday, October 2nd at Reyes Adobe Park (30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura).

The Agoura Hills Mile is a point-to-point course nearly entirely downhill run exclusively on Reyes Adobe Road. You are the opening act of the Reyes Adobe Days parade as thousands line the route and cheer you on to the finish near the 160-year-old historical Reyes Adobe. There will be an open mile, masters mile, elite mile, family mile and dog mile!!

The RAD 5K starts at the beginning of the Reyes Adobe Days parade route then tours the scenic neighborhoods of Agoura Hills near Forest Cove Park, Morrison Park and Reyes Adobe Park.

Free Pancake Breakfast for all runners immediately following the races! $5 breakfast for non-runners benefiting the Agoura Valley Women's Club. The Reyes Adobe Days parade follows the races!

Visit http://greatraceofagoura.com/AgouraHillsMile/ or call 877.478.2773 for more information.  Or register on Active.com (click here)

Thursday
Jul222010

Ventura Family YMCA 10th Annual Fun & Fitness 5K on Saturday, July 31st

Ventura Family YMCA 10th Annual Fun & Fitness 5K

 Where: Ventura Family YMCA 3760 Telegraph Road at 8 am

  • Awards for top 3 places in each division
  • Raffle prizes galore! The type of prizes you would want to win!
  • Pancake breakfast included in 5K fee.
  • 10th Annual Race T-Shirt *Guaranteed for all pre-registered participants.
  • Use of the YMCA facilities all day Saturday for shower, swimming, racquetball, etc.
  • Goodie bags for the first 100 to pre-register for the event!

Contact: Rich Gross at (805) 642-2131 Ext. 22 or visit www.ciymca.org/ventura/programs/FunandFitness5K.html to register for the event.



Wednesday
Jul212010

Pier to Peak Half Marathon in Santa Barbara on Sunday, September 5th 

Santa Barbara's challenging Pier to Peak Half-Marathon on Sunday, September 5th takes you from the famous Santa Barbara Friendship Dolphins Fountain at the edge of Stearns Wharf, past the "Queen of the Missions" and on up an elevation of 3996 feet to the Majestic views at La Cumbre Peak. Capture the panaramic layout of the city, Santa Barbara Channels and the Channel Islands. You can see where you started from 13.1 miles (sea level) earlier. Shuttle service takes you back to the start.

More information and a link to the registration on Active.com is at www.runsantabarbara.com/pier_to_peak.html.

Note from Conejo Joe: This is one of the most challenging, brutal courses I've ever run.  Basically 13 miles mostly uphill.  For those who enjoy a challenge and some pain, this race if definitely for you!  We have a special nickname for this race...Pier to Puke!  Gotta love it.

Wednesday
Jul072010

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Ventura County 5K Walk in Ventura Harbor, Saturday, August 21st

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is your opportunity to honor breast cancer survivors, remember people we have lost, and raise funds and awareness to help end this disease. Making Strides is not a race; it is a celebration of survivorship, an occasion to express hope, and a shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people we love. There is no registration fee or minimum fundraising amount and people of all ages are welcome to participate.

The Ventura County Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk takes place at Harbor Cove Beach, Ventura Harbor, on Saturday, August 21st. Registration is 7:30-8:30 a.m. and the event start is 8:00-8:30 a.m. To learn more and sign up, visit www.makingstrides.acsevents.org or call 805.644.4237.

Saturday
Jun192010

Bulldog 50K and 25K Runs in Malibu Creek State Park on Saturday, August 21st

Bulldog 50k and 25k

Malibu Creek State Park, Calabasas, CA

Saturday, August 21, 2010

50K at 6:30am

25K at 7:30am

The challenging and popular Bulldog runs consist of two races - the 25K Trail Run and the 50K Trail Ultra Run, which are conducted simultaneously. Come join us and run in the beautiful scenic Santa Monica Mountains recreational area beginning at our base camp in Malibu Creek State Park, Malibu.

The Bulldog 50K is:

  • An RRCA Championship 50K Race
  • A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race
  • A Southern California UltraRunner's Grand Prix Series Race

The Bulldog 25K is:

  • A Trail Runner Magazine Trophy Series Race

The course offers inspirational vistas of untamed terrain and sweeping ocean views. The challenging trail weaves through the mountains on single track and fire roads.

Aid stations are located at approximately every 3-5 miles. We look forward to you joining us for a memorable day in Malibu.

Visit www.trailrunevents.com/bd/ for more information and to register for these challenging events.

I, Conejo Joe, have run this 25K a number of times and each time I shake my head at how sore I am the next day...yet I go back for more! Brutal but rewarding!

Thursday
Jun032010

2nd Annual Santa Barbara Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday, November 6th

The 2nd Annual Select Staffing Santa Barbara International Marathon, plus a newly added Half Marathon is set for Saturday, November 6th. Local marathoners and wannabe marathoners, this is a must do event!! Be part of this inaugural race!

This is a scenic course with uniquely Californian vistas of mountains and sea. Elite and casual runners alike will appreciate an optimal mix of flat, rolling and downhill segments, with only one major half-mile climb before a two-mile descent to the Pacific Ocean. The course winds through Santa Barbara’s picturesque semi-rural suburbs and finishes in the heart of one of the West’s most charming resort towns, treating participants to a quintessentially coastal Californian race experience.

Note from Conejo Joe: I ran this race last year and recommend it. While my performance wasn't up to par due to training and logistical reasons, I'd do it again. Well organized at start, finish and in between.

For more information and to register, visit www.sbimarathon.com.

Thursday
Jun032010

2nd Annual Malibu Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, November 14th

The 2nd Annual Malibu International Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 14th, showcasing idyllic scenery and unlocking an exciting new challenge. Marathoners will run 26.2 miles starting near the Camarillo Airport at 7 a.m. and ending at Zuma Beach in Malibu. The Half Marathon begins at 8:30 a.m. near Thornhill Broom Beach and ends at Zuma Beach.

Marathoners will enjoy a fast first half in the flat farm lands of Ventura County with views of the Santa Monica Mountains looming to the east. At mile 10, athletes will run through the “keyway to the coast,” a rock passageway to the Pacific Ocean. The remainder of the course is along the legendary Pacific Coast Highway with breathtaking views of the great Pacific and dozens of Malibu mansions. The finish line is at the famous Zuma Beach, where athletes are welcome to run straight into the refreshing ocean.

Registration and additional information about this inaugural event is at www.malibuintmarathon.com. Or call 310.494.1857 for more information.

Wednesday
May262010

Camarillo Duathlon Series 2010 in July, August, September

The Camarillo Duathlon Series 2010 takes place on July 4th(CANCELLED), August 1st and September 5th at Freedom Park near Camarillo Airport, 480 Skyway Dr. Camarillo. Sprint course starts at 8 am and consists of 1.5 mile run/10 mile bike/1.5 mile run. Olympic course starts at 9 am and includes 3 mile run/20 mile bike/3 mile run.

This course is flat and blazing fast!  The sprint course is one loop on the run and bike, the Olympic is two loops of the run and bike course.   The Olympic course starts with a 5k run at Freedom Park then mount your bikes, speed off along the famous strawberry fields for a two loop bike totaling 20 miles, dismount and run one more 5k for a photo finish.

$3 of each entry will be donated to a local charity that promotes youth sports in Ventura County! All athletes will receive a finisher medal, event t-shirt and some great post race munchies to celebrate your PR finishes.

For more information and to register, visit www.camarilloduathlon.com or call 805.258.3779.

Monday
May242010

1st Annual Camarillo Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, October 3rd

Welcome to the First Annual Camarillo Marathon set for Sunday, October 3rd! The course will be a Boston Qualifier (pending).  This flat and fast course will run along the famous strawberry fields, along the beautiful Conejo Mountains, wind down towards the Coast Highway and back around to the Freedom Park / starting line.

$5 of each registration will be donated to Team In Training; The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services.

There will be a pasta loading dinner and package pickup expo on Saturday before the race.   Stay tuned for details coming soon.

The courses will start and finish at Freedom Park at 480 Skyway Drive, Camarillo. Marathon starts at 7am, Half Marathon at 8am and 5K at 8:30am.

For more information and to register for this event, visit www.camarillohalfmarathon.com or call 805.258.3779.

Sunday
May232010

7th Annual Calabasas Classic 5K, 10K & 1 Mile Fun Runs on Sunday, November 14th 

The 7th Annual Calabasas Classic 5K, 10K and Family Fun Run 1 Miler will start at 8 a.m. on Sunday, November 14th next to the Calabasas Civic Center at 23975 Park Sorrento. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Talbert Family Foundation, which provides support to local families with members suffering from catastrophic illnesses.

I've participated in this event the last several years.  This is one of the best organized community races in the area.  There were over 1,800 participants last year and the pre/post race expo was very well attended.  The place was just hopping!  Lots of vendors and great energy! 

Also, the Calabasas Classic has one of the most incredible runner goodie bags around.  The value of the bag contents last year for sure was MORE than the cost of the entry. According to organizers this will continue to be the case this year.

Calabasas Classic welcomes pets and baby joggers on the course!

For more information and to register, visit www.calabasasclassic.com.

How about some shaky footage from last year's 5K race. Viewer discretion is advised....this may give you a headache.

Sunday
May232010

2010 Ventura County Splash N Dash Series

The 2010 Ventura Splash N Dash series of 3 events takes place in Ventura on July 25th, Port Hueneme on August 22nd and Carpinteria (tentative) on October 10th.  The sprint race is a fun introduction to multi sport, and the long course is a great way to test your triathlon racing skills during the summer.  Athletes and spectators alike will enjoy a nice home town feeling at our expo. There will be some free finger food for everyone and some great after race recovery food for all the athletes.

Park gates open at 7:00 a.m. Transition opens at 8:00 a.m. Long course starts at 9:00 a.m. Sprint starts after last Long course wave approx. 9:20 a.m..... Sprint : 400 meter ocean swim, 2 mile run. Long course 1.2 mile ocean swim, 4 mile run.  New in 2010 is a 2.4 mile Iron Man swim.

All events start at 9 a.m.  More information at www.venturasplashndash.com or call 805.258.3779.

Sunday
May162010

Santa Barbara Reef & Run Summer Series, April 27th to Sept 7th

Situated at Cabrillo Bath House at East Beach, Santa Barbara Reef & Run will host an athletic competition as a way to get a great workout or just have a pleasant evening in the company of friends and family.  The event will offer a 1 mile ocean swim, 1k ocean swim, 2 mile run, 4 mile run or 1k swim/2 mile run (Duathlon). Participants range from elite athletes to first time competitors. There will be weekly prizes and give-aways. Refreshments will be served. Sharing a picnic with friends and family while watching the sun go down is encouraged.

This 2nd annual series starts on Tuesday,  April 27th  The series will take place every Tuesday evening for twenty consecutive weeks until September 7th.  Indoor changing locker room with hot showers will be provided. Race will start at 6:25 PM rain or shine.

For more information and to register, visit www.reefandrun.com or call 805.886.7674.

Sunday
May162010

Nite Moves Run, Swim, Duathlon Series in Santa Barbara, May 5th to Sept 1st

NITE MOVES - Swimming, Running & Biathlon events every Wednesday evening starting at 6pm at Leadbetter Beach, 801 Shoreline Road, Santa Barbara take place from May 5th through September 1st. Each week features a Presenting Sponsor, a Featured Buffet Host, local Santa Barbara Entertainment and a Sunset on the shore of The American Riviera. Our backdrop is a fantastic view of the SB Channel and Anacapa Island, and the sails of the Wet Wednesday racing fleet.

Swim starts at 6:25 P.M. Run starts at 6:35 P.M. Band, Refreshments & Beer Garden Open at 6:35 P.M. Your evening workout can be a vigorous or casual walk, a fun or competitive Shoreline 5K run, a XTERRA 1K OPEN OCEAN SWIM or the challenge of the Pacific Beverage BIATHLON: 1K swim and a 3.5 mile run. Novice, casual or competitive doesn't matter.

We all come out for a great social event unlike any other. Top off your evening with a cold drink, and a hot...yes hot...entree sampling at the post race buffet, dessert and more...save yourself a place on the lush new lawn of Leadbetter Park on the coast of the American Riveria. Listening to a local band and enjoy the Pacific sunset and you might even walk away with a great prize from the nightly bib drawing...and we have a childrens soft sandsprint just for the kids with rewards from McConnells Ice Cream.

Fun for the whole family. Kids under 6 free with an adult registration. Special events vary week to week with awards for various challenges as detailed in our brochures. Ocean conditions vary...Many brave this distance without a suit...Great workout for getting swim experience in a crowd as we usually have a 100 swimmers at the starting line...5K Footraces begin at the East end of Shoreline. Out and back course with majestic views of the Santa Ynes Mountains circling Santa Barbara, race back and view Stearns Wharf, finishing in Leadbetter Beach Park.

More information at www.runsantabarbara.com/nite_moves.html.