*BEST TIMES LIST: Races that qualify for the Northwest Runner's best times list are marked with an asterisk. USATF-certified courses of other distances are listed as USATF-certified in the description.

FEATURED RACES

Saturday, April 7. Robin Hill 5K & 10K Run. Sequim.

Saturday, April 14. Rattler Half Marathon. Winthrop.

Sunday, April 29. Eugene Marathon*.Eugene, OR.

Saturday, May 5. Sequim Run Off 10K & 2 Mile Run. Sequim.

Saturday, May 5. Sunflower Relay. Mazama to Twisp.

Sunday, May 6. Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K.Spokane.

Sunday, May 13. Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K*. Tacoma.

Saturday, May 19. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #1 - 5 Miles. Bellevue.

Sunday, May 20. Capital City Marathon & Half Marathon*.Olympia.

Saturday, March 26. Mazama 5 & 10K. Mazama.

Saturday, June 2. Governor's Cup Marathon and Relay, Half Marathon, 10K* & 5K*. Helena, MT.

Saturday, June 2. Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra. Mt. Rainier.

Sunday, June 3. San Juan Island Half Marathon & Marathon. San Juan Island.

Saturday, June 9. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #2 - 7.5 Miles. Bellevue.

Sunday, June 10. North Olympic Discovery Marathon & Half*.Sequim to Port Angeles.

Sunday, June 10. Furry 5K. Seattle.

Sunday, June 24. Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K. Vancouver, B.C.

Sunday, July 8. Virginia Mason Team Medicine Marathon, & Half at Seafair*.Bellevue.

Saturday, July 14. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #3 - 10 Miles. Bellevue.

Saturday, August 11. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #4 - 13 Miles. Bellevue.

Sunday, October 7. Portland Marathon*.Portland, OR.

Sunday, November 25. Seattle Marathon*.Seattle.

APRIL

Sunday, April 1

Kitsap Family YMCA Resolution Walk/Run Series #4 - 20K & 5 Miles. Bremerton, 9 a.m. Un-timed event followed by a potluck. Last in series. Pre-reg. $5, DOR $6. (360) 377-3741.

WSU 100K Relay & Solo. See Ultras & Relays.

No Fooling Half Marathon, 10 Miles, 10K, & 5K. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 11 a.m. (360) 273-9684.

Saturday, April 7

Skagit Valley Tulip Run 2 & 5 Mile. Burlington. 9:30 a.m. See tulips and air stunts if you're lucky! www.tuliprun.com, info@skagitrunners.org.

Submarine Anniversary Run 10K, 5K & 1 Mile. Naval Submarine Base, Bangor. 9:30 a.m. Base access necessary. $10 by 4/1, $12 after. Long-sl. T's add $10. John Gardner (360) 692-8994.

Robin Hill 5K & 10K Run. Sequim. 10 a.m. 2nd race of 3 in Athlete's Choice Race Series. $20, $25 DOR, $50 for series. Carol (360) 461-2966, carolclayton@olypen.com. www.athleteschoice.info. FEATURED RACE.

Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.

Easter Half Marathon, 10 Miles, 10K, & 5K. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 10 a.m. (360) 273-9684. See also Marathons.

Saturday, April 14

27th Annual Toe Jam Hill Half Marathon & 10K. Bainbridge Island. 9 a.m. Catch the 7:55 a.m. ferry to be shuttled to and from race. Also 1 mile kids dash. Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club. Pat (206) 855-8486, www.bipositiveplace.org.

Miles For Memories 5K. Village Green in Fairhaven, Bellingham. Reg. 7:30 a.m., race 9 a.m. Benefits Alzheimer Society of WA. $25 includes T. www.alzsociety.org, (360) 738-6706, cbrumet@peacehealth.org.

Rattler Half Marathon. Winthrop. 9 a.m. Scenic, hilly trail run traversing Pipestone Canyon, 1800' elev. gain. $25 by 4/11. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287. FEATURED RACE.

Alcoa's Ridge to River Relay. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, April 15

Nature's Path Whidbey Island Marathon & Half Marathon*. Deception Pass to Coupeville. First event 8 a.m. Beautiful pt. to pt. course is moderately hilly and hugs the coastline in stretches. (206) 729-9972, www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com. Also see Marathons.

Vancouver Sun Run 10K & Kids Run. Vancouver, B.C. 9 a.m. Fees vary, see website. North America's largest 10K; great mass start and usually elite field, too! (604) 689-9441, www.canada.com/vancouversunrun/sunrun/index.html.

Swallow Tail 5K. Western WA County, OR. Inaugural race to benefit Swallow Tail School. (503) 475-5906. Krr58@aol.com.

Saturday, April 21

Y Run for Kids 5K* & Daffodil Dash. Tacoma. 9 a.m. Kids race 8:15 a.m. Race starts in front of WA State History Museum. Leads traditional parade. Benefits YMCA. 12 and under $15, adults $25, DOR $15/$30. (253) 597-6444, www.tacomaymca.org.

Bulldogs Unleashed 5K. Washington Middle School, Olympia. 10 a.m. Proceeds support summer school programs. 18 and under $10, adults $15, includes T. After 4/8 add $5. (360) 596-3000.

Wenatchee World's Junior Ridge to River Relay. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, April 22

Wenatchee Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K* & 5K. Wenatchee. First event 7:45 a.m. Third running of this new event. Also 2K for kids. Traffic-free course. (509) 662-2066, www.wenatcheemarathon.com. Also see Marathons.

Mt. Si Relay & Ultra. See Ultras and Relays.

Spokane River Run 5K, 10K & Ultra. Spokane. 9 a.m. Dirt trail course, all loops, no laps. Fees vary. (509) 710-7760, www.spokaneriverrun.com. Also see Ultras and Relays.

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

Saturday, April 28

Redmond Elementary Hawk 5K* & 1 Mile Run. Sammamish Slough, Redmond Town Center. 9 a.m. Benefits Redmond Elementary PTSA programs. www.redmondelptsa.org, (425) 869-5426, alina.mars@verizon.net.

Fifth Tom Wales Community Run 5K. Volunteer Park, Seattle. 1K kids run 8 a.m. 5K 8:30 a.m. Course is mixed trail and roads in the park. $15, add $15 for technical T. www.tomwalesrun.com, (206) 624-1981.

Shorebird Festival Run 10K, 5K, & 2 Miler. Hoquiam. 9 a.m. Watch northbound shorebird migration. $15 till 4/18, $18 after. W/out T $10. www.shorebirdfestival.com, www.cityofhoqiuam.com, (360) 532-5700 x240.

Eagle Run 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Eagle Dash. Oak Harbor. 8 a.m. Kick's off Holland Happening Festival. www.eaglerun.org.

Spring Into Summer Fun Run 5K & 1 Mile. Columbia Park, Kennewick. 8:30 a.m. $6. Kathy (509) 783-5465, www.3rrr.org.

Capitol Peak 50 Mile & 55K. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, April 29

Eugene Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K*. Eugene, OR. First event 7 a.m. Flat, fast and scenic course. Kids run too. Inaugural event. (877) 345-2230. www.eugenemarathon.com. Also see Marathons. FEATURED RACE.

Komen Spokane Race for the Cure 5K*. Spokane. 9 a.m. Benefits Eastern WA breast cancer programs and natl. research. Eligible for Bloomsday Second Seeding, see website for details. www.komenspokane.org.

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

MAY

Saturday, May 5

Sequim Run Off 10K & 2 Mile Run. Old Dungeness School House, Sequim. 10 a.m. Last race in Athlete's Choice Race Series. Coincides with Sequim Irrigation Festival. $20, $25 DOR, $50 for series. Carol (360) 461-2966, carolclayton@olypen.com, www.athleteschoice.info.

Apple Blossom 5K & 10K Run. Wenatchee. Reg. 8 a.m., race 9:50 a.m. In conjunction w/Apple Blossom Festival. Flat, fast coure along river. Free kids race too. Pre-reg. $12, DOR $15. www.wvmedical.com, (509) 663-8711 x5484.

UW Bothell 5K. UW Bothell Campus. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. $15 includes post-race pancake breakfast. www.uwb.edu/5krun, (425) 352-3394.

Olympia Downtown YMCA Spring 8K & 2 Mile Run/Walk. Olympia. Reg. 7:30 a.m., first event 8:30 a.m. Public Agency Challenge for teams. $14, add $6 DOR and $8 w/T. (360) 357-6609, www.olympiadowntownymca.org.

Lynden Holland Days 5K & 10K. Lynden. 9 a.m. (360) 354-5995, www.lynden.org.

Sunflower Relay. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, May 6

Vancouver International Marathon & Half Marathon*. Vancouver, B.C. 7 a.m. Great event and expo. Scenic through-city course is one of the best. www.bmovanmarathon.ca, (604) 872-2928. See also Marathons.

Penny Farcy Memorial 5K Run/Walk. McMurray Middle School, Vashon Island. 9 a.m. Adults $10. 18 & under $5, families $30, includes T. www.vashonsd.org.

Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K. Spokane. 9 a.m. Largest run in the NW. Nearly 50,000 participants. USATF-certified course. (509) 838-1579. www.bloomsdayrun.org. FEATURED RACE.

The Avenue of the Giants Marathon, Half Marathon, & 10K*. Humboldt, CA. 9 a.m. A beautiful through-the-woods run. www.theave.org, (707) 443-1226. See also Marathons.

Spring Fling 10K Trail Race. Port Gamble. 8:30 a.m. Entries limited. Chris (360) 779-8757.

Safe From the Sun 5K. Magnuson Park, Seattle. Reg. 12 p.m., run 1:30 p.m. Benefits the Melanoma Intl. Foundation. $30. www.melanomaintl.org.

Wednesday, May 9

IRC Mother's Day 5K*. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Interurban Runner's Club. Out and back on trail; giveaways for all participants. $10 DOR only. John (206) 619-4231.

Saturday, May 12

Kitsap Family Fun Run 5K & 1.2 Miles. Bremerton. 1 p.m. Kids dashes too. (360) 692-4881.

Niketown 5K* & 1 Mile. Seattle. 8 a.m. 100% of entry fees will be donated to physical activities programs at local schools. $15 entry fee + $5 shirt. (206) 447-6453, www.niketown5k.com.

Haggen to Haggen 5K Fun Run/Walk. Bellingham. Walk 8 a.m, run 8:30 a.m. Pre-reg. $5, DOR $8. www.gbrc.net, billyr@haggen.com.

Holy Family “Take Your Mom Around the World” 5K Run/Walk. Auburn. Kids dash 8:30 a.m., 5K 9 a.m. Flat, loop course. Post-race Mothers Day brunch for all participants. Pre-reg. $20, DOR $22. (253) 833-5130, HFevents@hotmail.com.

NARAL Run for Your Rights 5K. Green Lake, Seattle. 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit NARAL Pro-Choice WA. $20 individuals, $15 students. (206) 624-1990, www.prochoicewashington.org.

Mothers Day 5K. Colville. 8 a.m. Pre-reg. $12, DOR $17. (509) 684-6037.

Sunday, May 13

Kirkland Half Marathon & 5K* Run/Walk. Kirkland. 7:30 a.m. Scenic tour of the five boroughs of Kirkland. Prices vary; see website for details. www.kirklandhalfmarathon.com, (206) 729-9972.

Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K*. Tacoma. First event 7 a.m. Inaugural event. (253) 862-8890, www.tacomacitymarathon.com. See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.

Over the Dam 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Mason City Park, Coulee Dam. 8:30 a.m. Race up and over the Coulee Dam. www.overthedamrun.com, (360) 325-0715.

Saturday, May 19

Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #1 - 5 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. First race of four. $25/race, $80/series. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800, www.seattlerunningcompany.com. FEATURED RACE.

25th Annual Bayview Women's 10K Run & 2 Mile Run/Walk. Burlington. 10 a.m. Benefits Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services. (360) 757-0835, 5petes@comcast.net.

Fort Lewis Down & Dirty 5K Mud Run. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. Fun run with lots of muddy obstacles. No DOR. $20 civilians. www.fortlewismwr.com, (253) 967-2604.

30th Annual Viking Fest Road Run 1 & 5 Miles. Poulsbo. 9 a.m. Kids dashes too. Joel (360) 779-9898.

Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Race. See Ultras and Relays.

6th Annual Flight for Sight 5K & 10K. Boeing Fitness Center, Everett. 9:30 a.m. $15, $20 w/T. After 5/15 $20, w/T $25. Raises money for Guide Dogs of America. (206) 764-0035, (800) 763-1301 x335, www.iam751.org/funrun.html.

Sunday, May 20

Capital City Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Mile*. Olympia. First event 7 a.m. Kids dash too. (360) 786-1786. www.capitalcitymarathon.org. See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.

29th Annual Rhody Run 12K. Pt. Townsend. 11 a.m. Hilly, scenic course. Prize money for top finishers. $18 by 5/9, $25 after. Reg. begins 3/10. www.olympus.net/community/rhodyrun, (360) 379-3595, (877) 463-9786.

Nordstrom Beat the Bridge 8K. Seattle. 8 a.m. $15, $25 w/T, DOR $17/$27. Benefits juvenile diabetes research. USATF certified course. www.beatthebridge.org, (206) 838-5153.

Lacamas Lake 10 Mile & 5K Run/Walk. Camas H.S., Camas. 8 a.m. Also kids dash. 5K $20, 10 Mile $35. www.fitrightnw.com, (360) 885-4556.

Saturday, May 26

Mazama 5K & 10K. Mazama. On Community Trail; Reg. includes pancake breakfast. Fees vary by age; see website. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, May 27

Chum Run 5K. South Whidbey Community Park, Langley. Trail run; team and individual competition. (360) 221-5484, sports@whidbey.com, www.swparks.com.

TTTS Race for Hope 5K Run/Walk. Magnuson Park, Seattle. 7:30 reg., 9 a.m. run. Benefits the Fetal Hope Foundation. Pre-reg. $25, DOR $30, includes T. www.TTTSRaceforHope.org, (206) 729-9972.

Ferndale Flat & Fast 10K Series - Spring. Ferndale. 10 a.m. Compare your times with this flat, fast course. Pre-reg. $12, DOR $15. Joel Pearson (360) 223-0264, jrap85@msn.com, www.gbrc.net.

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

Friday, June 1

Grumpy Grouch Fun Run 5K. Kettle Falls. 7 p.m. $10. Kicks off Town and Country Days. Precedes vote for the town's grumpy grouch. Karri Slater (509) 738-2882.

Saturday, June 2

Duvall Days 5K & 10K. McCormick Park, Duvall. 8:45 a.m. $20 by 5/17, $25 after. Free kids dashes. Flat, fast 5K, hilly 10K. 1st race in Snoqualmie Valley Cup series. www.cityofduvall.com/duvalldays.

10th Annual Dog Island 10K. Guemes Island. 10:45 a.m. Pre-reg. includes ferry and transport. Also 2 mile walk. Benefits library. $25 w/T, $15 w/out. DOR $28/$17. Tim Whitman (360) 293-5757, www.dogislandrun.com.

Edmonds Waterfront Festival 5K. Edmonds City Park. 9 a.m. $20 pre-reg., includes technical T, $25 DOR. (425) 774-0637, www.runninginmotion.com.

10th Annual Maritime Gig Festival Fun Run 5K & Kids Dash. Gig Harbor. Reg. 7 a.m., run 8 a.m., dash 8:35 a.m. $15 w/T, $10 w/out by 5/21, $15 after. (253) 851-6865, www.maritimegig.com.

Issaquah 5K. Lake Sammamish State Park, Sammamish. 8:30 a.m. XC style course. $20 by 5/18, $25 after; 12 & under $10/$15. www.issaquahtri.com. See also Multi-Sports.

Governor's Cup Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K* & 5K*. Helena, MT. First event 7 a.m. www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210. See also Marathons. See also Ultras and Relays.

Race Beneath the Sun 5 Mile & 1/2 Mile Kids Run. Bellingham. 5-mile 10 a.m. Kids run 9:45 a.m. $5 adults, $2 18 and under. Alison Allen (360) 671-6724. alisonallen@comcast.net, www.gbrc.net.

7th Annual Run to the Border 5K & 1.5 Mile Kids Run. Blaine. 9 a.m. Benefits Girls on the Run of NW WA. www.runtotheborder.org.

Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra. Mt. Rainier. See Ultras and Relays.

Gap2Gap. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, June 3

Lynnwood Hi! 5 10K & 5K* Run. The Terraces at Alderwood Mall, Lynnwood. First event 8:45 a.m. Benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Snohomish County. $20 pre-reg, $25 DOR. Kids dash too. (206) 729-9972, www.promotionevents.com.

San Juan Island Half Marathon & Marathon. San Juan Island. 8:30 a.m. Fifth year for a highly scenic loop course. Reg. includes welcome dinner. (360) 472-0908. www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com. See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.

Friday, June 8

Fremont 5K* & Briefcase Relay. Fremont. 6 p.m relay, 7p.m. race. Kick off the summer with this fun, flat race. Pre-reg. $25, DOR $30. Beer garden opens 6 p.m., lasts through the night. (206) 729-9972. www.promotionevents.com.

Saturday, June 9

Roman Meal Sound to Narrows 12K & 5K. Tacoma. First event 6:45 a.m. Kids dash too. Traditionally one of area's largest races. Fees vary, see website. (253) 403-3065. www.soundtonarrows.com.

GlenEagle 5K & 10K. Pioneer Elementary, Arlington. 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit Dollars for Scholars. www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org, Greg Woodman (360) 435-3409.

Bethel Burst into Summer Run & Sun Burst Dash 10K, 5K & 1 Mile. Richland. 8:30 a.m. Benefits the Safe Harbor Crisis Nursery. www.3rrr.org, Leslie: wolffpack@clearwire.net.

Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #2 - 7.5 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. Second race of four. $25/race, $80/series. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800, www.seattlerunningcompany.com. FEATURED RACE.

The Human Race 10K & 5K Run/Walk. Bellingham. 10 a.m. Fundraiser for non-profs. (360) 734-3055, www.whatcomvolunteer.org.

Vancouver Waterfront 12K Run/Walk & 3 Mile Walk. Vancouver, WA. 9 a.m. Flat course through parks and along Columbia River waterfront. $25 till 6/6, $30 after, includes T. (503) 643-9440, www.eventmgnt.com.

Lake Youngs Ultra. See Ultras and Relays.

Sunday, June 10

North Olympic Discovery Half Marathon & Marathon*. Sequim. 9 a.m. Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail. Stunning views. Flat, fast and great support on rail-trail. www.nodm.com, larry@nodm.com, (360) 417-1301. See also Marathons. FEATURED RACE.

Furry 5K. Seward Park, Seattle. 10 a.m. Run with your dog and support the city's animal shelters. Don't bring your cat! Pre-reg. $25 w/T, $20 w/out, DOR $30. www.furry5K.com, (206) 386-PETS. FEATURED RACE.

Clear Lake Memorial 5 Mile & Half Marathon. Tieton Reservoir Road on White Pass Hwy. 9 a.m. Both races run around Clear Lake. Half marathon climbs up Round Mountain, with 1,000-foot elevation gain between miles 2-6. www.hcrunners.org, Eric (509) 966-4017, Anderson.e@charter.net.

Run for Your Rights 5K. Bellingham. Reg. 10:30 a.m. Benefits NARAL Pro-Choice WA. $20 individuals, $15 students. (206) 624-1990, www.prochoicewashington.com.

Wednesday, June 13

IRC Father's Day 5K*. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m. Out and back course on trail. John (206) 619-4231.

Friday, June 15

Twilight Mile. 7 p.m. Richland. $16 w/T, $6 w/out by 6/8. www.3rrr.org.

Saturday, June 16

30th Annual Beach to Chowder 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk. Ilwaco. 11 a.m. Scenic course along the ocean. New courses, complementary post-race chowder. Pre-reg. $22 w/T, $10 w/out. (360) 642-3684, www.funbeach.com.

Berry 5K & I Mile Run. Marysville. I Mile 8 a.m., 5K, 8:30 a.m. Flat course. In conjunction w/annual Strawberry Festival. (360) 659-7664, www.maryfest.com.

Fall City Days 10K Run & 5K* Run/Walk. Fall City. 9 a.m. Flat, fast, scenic course, held w/community festival. Hang around for the Parade, you'll love it! 2nd race of Snoqualmie Valley Cup series. www.racecenter.com/fallcity.

Swede Day 5K. Rochester. 8 a.m. $20 w/T, $15 w/o, after 6/9 $25. Flat, paved course. Proceeds benefit youth program. Prizes to those wearing blue and yellow outfits. (360) 786-5595, www.thurston-parks.org.

Walk for Rice 2.5 Mile. Seward Park, Seattle. Reg. at 8 a.m. Run or walk to raise funds for Asian Counseling and Referral Service Food Bank. (206) 695-7551. www.walkforrice.com.

8th Annual Mountain Fun 3.2 Mile Run. Wildcat Lake. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. Virgil (360) 779-8328.

Komen Puget Sound Race for the Cure 5K*. Seattle. First event 7:45 a.m. Fees vary, see website. Benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. www.komenseattle.org.

Sunday, June 17

Evergreen 5K*. Evergreen State College, Olympia. 9 a.m. Run through campus. $400 purse to overall winners and masters. $20, pre-reg., $25 DOR. Jenny (360) 867-6487, www.evergreen.edu/library/5K.

Saturday, June 23

White River 5K. Glacier Middle School, Buckley. 8 a.m. $18 by 6/10, $20 DOR. Flat, on roads. (253) 862-8890, www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com.

6th Annual Hot Foot 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Dashes. South Kitsap Community Park, Port Orchard. 9 a.m. Flat course, trails and road. Benefits Fire District 7 scholarship fund. www.skfrva.org, Scott (360) 337-3090.

Bridle Trails Park Foundation 5K & 10K Trail Run/Walk. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. 9 a.m. All proceeds benefit the park. www.bridletrails.org.

Run With Cops Not From Them 5K. Marymoor Park, Redmond. 9 a.m. Individuals $35, 15 & under $15. www.runwithcops.com, (206) 391-9983.

Deputy Saul Gallegos Memorial 5K & 10K Run. Singleton Park. Manson. 8 a.m. (509) 667-6848, www.saulmemorial.net.

Berry Dairy Days 10K & 2 Mile Fun Run. Downtown Burlington. 9 a.m. (360) 755- 9649, www.ci.burlington.wa.us.

Summerfest 5K & 10K Trail Run. Lakewood. 6 p.m. (253) 376-5737, www.humanmultisportspnw.org.

Sunday, June 24

Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K. Vancouver, B.C. 7 a.m. Course runs along beaches with live entertainment. www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm. FEATURED RACE.

Shore Run/Walk 6.7 Miles, 5K & 1K Kids Run. Seattle. First event 8:30 a.m. Course along Lake Washington Boulevard. Fees range from $5-$30. Traditional race to benefit Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. www.fhcrc.org, (206) 667-6559.

Mountains to Sound Relay. See Ultras and Relays.

North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.

MARATHONS

Saturday, April 7. Easter Marathon. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 10 a.m. Also a half marathon, 10 mile, 10K & 5K run. (360) 273-9684.

Sunday, April 15. Nature's Path Whidbey Island Marathon*. Deception Pass to Coupeville. 8 a.m. Beautiful pt. to pt. course is moderately hilly and hugs the coastline in stretches. Also a half marathon. (206) 729-9972, www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com.

Sunday, April 22. Wenatchee Marathon*. Wenatchee. 8 a.m. Third running of this new event. Also half marathon, 10K*, and 2K for kids. Traffic-free course. (509) 662-2066, www.wenatcheemarathon.com.

Sunday, April 29. Eugene Marathon*. Eugene, OR. 7 a.m. Flat, fast and scenic course. Also half marathon, 5K, and kids run. Inaugural event. www.eugenemarathon.com, (877) 345-2230. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, May 6. The Avenue of the Giants Marathon*. Humboldt, CA. 9 a.m. A beautiful through-the-woods run. Also a half marathon and 10K*. www.theave.org, (707) 443-1226.

Sunday, May 6. Vancouver International Marathon*. Vancouver, B.C. 7 a.m. Great event and expo. Scenic through-city course is one of the best. Also a half marathon*. www.bmovanmarathon.ca, (604) 872-2928.

Sunday, May 13. Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon. Tacoma. 7 a.m. Inaugural event. Also half marathon and 10K*. (253) 862-8890. www.tacomacitymarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, May 20. Capital City Marathon*. Olympia. 7 a.m. Second year of new course. Also a half marathon, 5 miler and kids race. (360) 786-1786. www.capitalcitymarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, June 2. Governor's Cup Marathon. Helena, MT. First event 7 a.m. Marathon and marathon relay start in scenic old ghost town of Marysville. Also half marathon, 10K* and 5K.* www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210.

Sunday, June 3. San Juan Island Marathon. San Juan Island. 8:30 a.m. Fifth year for a highly scenic loop course. Also half marathon. Reg. includes welcome dinner. (360) 472-0908. www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, June 10. North Olympic Discovery Marathon*. Sequim. Walk 7 a.m., run 9 a.m. Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail. Stunning views. Fast, flat and great support. Also half marathon. www.nodm.com, larry@nodm.com, (360) 417-1301. FEATURED RACE.

ULTRAS and RELAYS

Sunday, April 1. WSU 100K Relay & Solo. WSU campus, Pullman. Solos 6 a.m., first wave of teams 7:30 a.m. Relay max. 10 people. $16/person, $45 ultra by 3/18. www.palouseroadrunners.org.

Saturday, April 14. Alcoa's Ridge to River Relay. Wenatchee. 10:30 a.m. Nordic, alpine, run, bike, and paddle legs that span the 35-mile Wenatchee or 20-mile Columbia courses. www.r2r.org, Jennifer@r2r.org, (509) 662-8799.

Saturday, April 21. Wenatchee World's Junior Ridge to River Relay. Wenatchee. 10 a.m. Teams of school-aged children tackle running, paddling, biking and an obstacle course. www.r2r.org, Jennifer@r2r.org, (509) 662-8799.

Sunday, April 22. Mt. Si Relay & Ultra. Snoqualmie Elementary School, Snoqualmie. 57-mile Team Relay, consisting of ten legs, for five person teams. Plus two ultra runs of 50 Miles and 50K. www.eastsiderunners.com, mtsirelay@verizon.net.

Sunday, April 22. Spokane River Run 25K & 50K. Spokane. 7:30 a.m. Dirt trail course, all loops, no laps. Fees vary. (509) 710-7760, www.spokaneriverrun.com.

Saturday, April 28. Capitol Peak 50 Miler & 55K. Capitol State Forest, Olympia. 50 Mile solo early start 5 a.m., others 6 a.m. Ultra and relay event. www.capitolpeakultras.com, jpearch@comcast.net, (360) 455-1400.

Saturday, May 5. Sunflower Relay. Mazama to Twisp. Mixed trail and road with stunning mountain views. Iron competitors $35, team members $25 each by 5/2. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, May 19. Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Race. Redmond. 6:30 a.m. briefing, 7 a.m. run. Limited to 50 participants, no DOR. $50. www.cascaderunningclub.com, Chris Ralph (206) 795-0338, cdralph@comcast.net.

Saturday, June 2. Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra. Mt. Rainier. First start 7:30 a.m. 50-mile relay or ultra on rail-trail to benefit Foothills Trail; coincides with National Trails Day. Qualifying event for Western States 100. www.rainiertoruston.com, Markus (253) 381-1358. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, June 2. Governor's Cup Marathon Relay. Helena, MT. 7 a.m. Starts in scenic ghost town of Marysville. www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210.

Saturday, June 2. Gap2Gap Relay. Yakima. Multi-sport relay for teams of 2-5. Also Junior event for ages 8-14. Benefits Yakima Greenway Foundation. www.yakimagreenway.org, (509) 453-8280.

Saturday, June 9. Lake Youngs 28.8 Mile Ultra. Renton. 7 a.m. Choose number of 9.6 mile loops around lake, w/3 loop max. BBQ lunch at finish. $30 by 5/30. www.lakeyoungsultra.com, (206) 271-1144.

Sunday, June 24. Mountains to Sound Relay. Snoqualmie Summit to Golden Gardens in Seattle. Second year of new event, offering paddling, running and biking legs. 100 miles total for teams, pairs or iron competitors. www.mountainstosound.com, Chris (206) 633-1121.

MULTI-SPORTS

Sunday, April 1. No Fooling Duathlon. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 2 p.m. 1 mile r, 11.5 mile b, 1 mile r. (360) 273-9684.

Saturday, April 7. Easter Duathlon. Millersylvania State Park, Olympia. 2 p.m. 1 mile r, 11.5 mile b, 1 mile r. (360) 273-9684.

Sunday, April 15. Easter Triathlon & Duathlon. Vance Creek Park, Elma. 12 p.m. Tri: 300 meter s, 13 mile b, 3 mile r. Du: 2 mile r, 13 mile b, 2 mile r. (360) 273-9684.

Saturday, April 14. Rage in the Sage Mountain Bike Duathlon. Benton City. 9 a.m. $18 duathlete/team. 2.5 mile r, 10 mile mtn. b, 2.5 mile r. First event of 3RRR multisport series. www.3rrr.org. Eric (509) 942-7137, sageg@charter.net.

Sunday, April 22. Tri-FREAK Indoor Tri Championship. Korum YMCA, Puyallup. 0.5K s, 15K b, 5K r. www.trifreak.com, (541) 386-4262.

Saturday, April 28. Tacoma Center YMCA & South Sound Triathletes Indoor Triathlon. Tacoma. 8 a.m. 800 meter s, 20K b, 5K r. Proceeds benefit Partners for Youth program. $15 by 4/25, $25 DOR, teams $30. www.tacomaymca.org, www.southsoundtriathletes.com, Monique (253) 460-8878.

Sunday, April 29. Mt. Rainier Duathlon & Mount Peak Duathlon. Enumclaw. 8 a.m. Mt. Rainier: 8.5K r, 50K b, 6K r. Mount Peak: 2.75 mile r, 14 mile b, 6K r. www.buduracing.com, (253) 334-4433.

Sunday, May 13. Mother's Day Triathlon & Duathlon. Vance Creek Park, Elma. 11 a.m. Tri: 250 meter s, 13 mile b, 3 mile r. Du: 2 mile r, 13 mile b, 2 mile r. (360) 273-9684.

Saturday, May 19. The Fiasco in Pasco. Pasco. 8:30 a.m. 5K r, 30K b, 5K r. 2nd event of 3RRR multisport series. www.3rrr.org.

Saturday, May 19. Start Global Cooling. Puyallup. 400 yard s (pool), 9 mile b, 2 mile r. www.trifreak.com, (541) 386-4262.

Sunday, May 27. Onion Man Triathlon. Benington Lake, Walla Walla. 9 a.m. 1.5K s, 40K b, 10K r. Field limited to 200. www.wwmultisports.com, (509) 529-9187.

Saturday, June 2. Issaquah Triathlon. Lake Sammamish State Park, Sammamish. 7 a.m. 1/4 mile s, 14.5 mile b, 3.5 mile r. Fees vary, see website. www.issaquahtri.com.

Sunday, June 3. Island Lake Off Road Triathlon. Poulsbo. 9 a.m. 400 meter s, 10 mile mtn. b, 4K r. (253) 334-4433, www.buduracing.com.

Saturday, June 9. Moses Lake Family Tri: For the Health of It. Moses Lake. 8 a.m. Distances vary, see website for details. (253) 334-4433, www.buduracing.com.

Saturday, June 16. 5 Mile Lake Triathlon. Federal Way. 8 a.m. 400 meter s, 14 mile b, 5K r. (253) 334-4433, www.buduracing.com.

Sunday, June 17. Cascades Edge Triathlon. Enumclaw. 9 a.m. Olympic and sprint distances, see website for details. (503) 644-6822, www.racecenter.com/cascadesedge.

Saturday, June 23. 15th Annual Fort Lewis Triple Threat Triathlon Series #1. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. 1/2 mile s, 15 mile b, 3 mile r. No DOR, civilians need pass to access base. Minerva (253) 967-5975, www.fortlewismwr.com.

Saturday, June 30. Lake Padden Triathlon. Bellingham. Competitive 8:30 a.m., recreational 1 p.m. Competitive: 1/2 mile s, 21 mile b, 5.2 mile r. Recreational: 1/4 mile s, 10 mile b, 2.6 mile r. Lromo@cob.org, (360) 647- 7665, www.cob.org.

Saturday, June 30. Righteous Richland Sprint Triathlon. Howard Amon Park, Richland. 8:30 a.m. 1/2 mile s, 12 mile mtn. b, 3 mile r. www.3rrr.org.

Saturday, June 30. 5 Mile Lake Womens Triathlon. Federal Way. 8 a.m. 400 meter s, 14 mile b, 5K r. (253) 334-4433, www.buduracing.com.

Saturday, June 30. Clean Air Road Duathlon. Lakewood. 9 a.m. 5K r, 20K b, 5K r or 10K r, 40K b, 5K r. (253) 376-5737, www.humanmultisportspnw.org.

EARLY BIRD RACES

Sunday, July 8. Virginia Mason Team Medicine Marathon, & Half at Seafair*. Bellevue. Also marathon relay and 5K*. (206) 728-0123, www.seafairmarathon.com. FEATURED RACE.

Saturday, July 14. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #3 - 10 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. Third race of four. $25/race, $80/series. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800, www.seattlerunningcompany.com. EATURED RACE.

Friday, July 27 - Saturday, July 28. Ragnar Relay Northwest Passage. Blaine to Langley, 185 miles with 12-person teams. Scenic course over Deception Pass along the coast of Whidbey Island. www.ragnarrelay.com, (877) 837-3529.

Saturday, August 11. Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #4 - 13 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. Last race in series. $25/race, $80/series. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800, www.seattlerunningcompany.com. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, October 7. Portland Marathon*. Portland, OR. Also 5 mile run, 10K walk, and kids run. (503) 226-1111, www.portlandmarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.

Sunday, November 25. Seattle Marathon & Half Marathon*. Seattle. Kids marathon too. (206) 729-3660, www.seattlemarathon.org. FEATURED RACE.

OUTDOOR TRACK AND FIELD

2007 Major Collegiate Schedules: www.gohuskies.cstv.com, www.wsucougars.cstv.com, www.wwuvikings.cstv.com.

April 6-7. WWU/Ralph Vernacchia Team Classic & Spring Forward Multi Events. Bellingham.

April 20-21. Oregon Invitational. Eugene, OR.

April 21. WSU Cougar Invitational. Pullman.

April 29. UW & WSU Dual. Husky Stadium. 9 a.m.

May 12-13. Pac-10 Championships. Stanford, CA. www.pac-10.org.

June 6-9. NCAA Championships. Sacramento, CA. www.sacsports.com.

WA State High School Championships: www.wiaa.com/athletics/track

4A & 3A: Pasco, May 25-26.

2A & 1A: Tacoma, May 25-26.

1B & 2B: Eastern WA University, May 25-26.

Major Open Meets

June 10. Pre-Classic. Eugene, OR. www.preclassic.com.

June 22-25. USATF Championships. Indianapolis, IN. www.usatf.org.

Club Northwest Summer All-Comers Track & Field Series. Every Wednesday evening, May 31- August 16. 6 p.m. Location TBD. www.clubnorthwest.org. (206) 729- 9972.

CAMPS AND CLINICS

Super Jock 'n Jill Sports Medicine Clinics. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Free. Variety of great sports medicine people. See www.superjocknjill.com. for schedule. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. (206) 522-7711.

Super Jock 'n Jill Clinics. For clubs, organizations, teams, businesses. Discussions of equipment, new technologies, shoe construction, and training. Tom or Ty at Super Jock 'n Jill Event Promotions, 522-7711.

Fleet Feet Sports Spring Marathon Training Clinic. Preparation for spring half and full marathon season, including weekly group training runs with supported aid stations, monthly training meetings with sports medicine professionals, and complimentary long sleeve t- shirt. $75 registration fee. See www.fleetfeetbonneylake.com for details or contact the Fleet Feet store at 19685 State Route 410 E, Bonney Lake, (253) 862-8890.

COACHING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Chuckit. Chuck Bartlett head coach. Train for any event. Weekly workouts and twice weekly group runs. All levels of ability welcome. 6-month program for $150. Includes T-shirt, training log and discounts on shoes at Super Jock 'n Jill. Can start any time. (206) 391-3448, (206) 522-7711, www.runchuckit.com, chuck@runchuckit.com.

Fleet Feet Sports Running Club. Headquartered out of Fleet Feet Sports in Bonney Lake. Regular group runs, store discounts, training clinics, club uniforms, and monthly team potluck- meetings. $20 one-time membership fee. Contact Fleet Feet Sports - 19685 State Route 410 E, Bonney Lake, staff@fleetfeetbonneylake.com, (253) 862-8890.

Foot Zone Running Club. Headquartered at Redmond Foot Zone store. Coaching aimed at certain popular local events. Regular group runs, store discounts, sports medicine and product clinics, club uniforms, and other programs. $50 annual fee. Contact redmondrunning@msn.com. (425) 556-0383.

Rain City Flyers. Youth cross-country program. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4 p.m. Saturdays at 9 a.m. Woodland Park, Seattle. Jim Neff (206) 523-4233, jneff48@aol.com.

Snohomish Youth Track Club. Boys and girls, ages 8-18, are welcome to join and participate. Athletes are encouraged to participate in summer all-comers meets and USATF Jr. Olympic competition. Workouts are 3-4 days a week at Snohomish High School. This is an athlete and family friendly club; serious workouts within a fun atmosphere. Frank Dauncey dauncey@verizon.net or (425) 422-0718.

One-on-One Injury Prevention Clinic at Fairhaven Running. Every other Tuesday, 30 minute sessions from 6-8 p.m. $15 by appointment only. (360) 676-4955 or runners@fairhavenrunners.com.

REGULAR RUNS

The following runs are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise noted. Regular coached runs with fees are under "Coaching and Special Programs."

MONDAY

5:30 p.m. Skagit Runners Club/Foot WoRx. 702 S. 1st, Mt Vernon. Easy - usually 4 miles 8-10 min/mile. (360) 336-2475.

6 p.m. Super Jock 'n Jill Fun Runs. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. (206) 522-7711.

6 p.m. Redmond Foot Zone. All levels welcome. 5-7 miles. (425) 556-0383.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7 miles. Meet at Redmond Footzone. Barbara Sobey (425) 861-3472.

6 p.m. Husky Running Club. Meet at the Quad on UW campus. All abilities welcome. Andy6134@msn.com.

6:30 p.m. South Sound Running Tacoma. 5 miles. All abilities welcome. (253) 593-8786.

TUESDAY

6 a.m., 6:30 a.m., 7 a.m. Always Running 3.2 Miles Around Greenlake. Followed by strengthening workout, use of facilities. (206) 985-7405, www.alwaysrunning.com.

11 a.m. Kitsap Family YMCA 'Shake A Tail Feather' Run Club. Power walk/jog/run. Hour-long class designed for individuals looking to gradually build stamina at own pace and improve cardio fitness. Douglas (360) 377-3741.

5 p.m. Kitsap Running Co. Group Runs. All abilities. Up to 1 hr. 19520 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo. (360) 697-3353.

5:15 p.m. Kitsap Family YMCA Running Group (y-runners), Run for Your Life. Bremerton YMCA. 60 Magnuson Way. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. (360) 377-3741.

5:15 p.m. Highline YMCA Running Group. 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday meet at Highline YMCA. 17874 Des Moines Memorial Dr. Burien. 2nd and 4th Tuesday meet at Sylvester M.S. 16227 Sylvester Rd SW, Burien for track workout. All levels welcome. Tamara Mackey, (206) 242-8185, youotterbe@msn.com.

5:30 p.m. Northeast YMCA Running Club, 5003 12th NE. Stan Chraminski (206) 527-9393.

5:30 p.m. Corbin Park, Spokane. 3-5 miles. 8-11 min/mile. Jim Price (509) 328-7417 or Don Jolley (509) 327-9285.

5:30 p.m. Fort Steilacoom RC Weekly Fun Run. Fircrest Community Center or Point Defiance Park. (253) 537-8712.

5:30 p.m. Track Run at Kentwood H.S. Track. Steve Israel (253) 797-0041. www.interurbanrunners.net.

5:30 p.m. Bellevue Foot Zone 5-8 mile intervals. (425) 462-7463.

5:30 p.m. Interurban Runners Club. Kentwood H.S. Track workouts. Steve Israel (253) 797-0041.

6 p.m. Redmond Foot Zone. 1-5 miles, 9 min/mile and slower. (425) 556-0383.

6 p.m. Road Runner Sports. 3-6 miles. Sponsored by Club NW. All paces welcome, meet at Greenlake store. 7020 Woodlawn. (206) 517-5100.

6 p.m. Three Rivers Road Runners Club. Richland H.S. track. Jim Peterson (509) 627-6434.

6 p.m. Seattle Running Co. Group Runs, 4-6 miles at 8-10 min/mile. (206) 329-1466, searunningco@aol.com.

6 p.m. Fairhaven Runners. A friendly run of 8-11 min/mile. Groups use south side paths and trails for 3-5 mile jogs. (360) 676-4955.

6 p.m. NIKEtown Seattle Running Club. NIKEtown Downtown Seattle. All runners and walkers, all paces welcome. 3, 5, or 7 mile run/walk. Greg Denny (206) 447-6453 x237.

6 p.m. Run 26. Alderwood. 6-9 miles, 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626. www.Run26.net.

6 p.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. 3-6 miles, all abilities welcome. 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, thebalancedathlete@comcast.net.

6:15 p.m. Spokane Community College. Dori Robertson (509) 999-5856.

6:30 p.m. West Seattle Runners. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. All ability levels welcome. Dave (206) 938-2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

6:30 p.m. Frontrunners Run. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. Kyli, (206) 932-6343. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

WEDNESDAY

5-7 p.m. Puget Pounders Track Workouts. Rain, Sleet, or Snow. North Thurston H.S. Jeff Foster, (360) 352-6087.

5:30 p.m. One Step at a Time (OSAT), an outdoor club for members and friends of 12-step recovery programs. Greenlake. Bob Green, 825-3516; Dick, 339-3751.

5:30 p.m. West Central Community Center. 5 miles, 8-11 min /mile. Jim Price (509) 328-7417 or Don Jolley (509) 327-9285.

6 p.m. Bellingham 1-2 hour trail runs. Advanced pace, exploring strenuous runs, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Meet at Fairhaven Runners. (360) 676-4955.

6 p.m. Club Oly 5 Mile Run. Olympia. Cluboly@hotmail.com.

6 p.m. Poulsbo Running. All levels welcome. Meet at Poulsbo Running store. 45 minutes to 1 hour. (360) 779-8757.

6 p.m. Track workouts at Snohomish H.S. Steve (425) 258-1916.

6 p.m. Redmond Foot Zone All levels welcome. 5-7 miles with occasional speed work. (425) 556-0383.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. All levels welcome. 3-7 miles. Meet at Redmond Foot Zone. Barbara Sobey (425) 861-3472.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners. Track intervals, Lake Washington H.S., Kirkland. John Sweeney (425) 707-9203, jsween@microsoft.com.

6 p.m. Always Running/Super Jock 'n Jill Community Runs. 5-6 miles, all abilities welcome. Meet at Always Running. (206) 985-7405.

6 p.m. Skagit Runners Club/Foot WoRx. Tempo run 6-8 miles, 6-8 min/mile, geared for the advanced runner. (360) 336-2475.

6 p.m. Fleet Feet Sports Group Runs. 4-6 miles at 8-10 min/mile. Bonney Lake. (253) 862-8890. staff@fleetfeetbonneylake.com.

6:30 p.m. Frontrunners Fun Run. "Donut," Volunteer Park. www.seattlefrontrunners.org. Nick, (206) 325-1127.

6:30 p.m. South Sound Running, Tacoma - 6 Pacific Ave. 4-8 miles. Contact J. Ellis at (253) 606-2511.

6:30 p.m. Seattle Triathlon Club Run. Queen Anne Pool. Usually "Queen Anne Loop. " Steve (206) 284-3066.

6:30 p.m. The Run Against Bush running group. Triple J Cafe, 101 Central Way, Kirkland. dschachmatt@earthlink.net.

THURSDAY

11 a.m. Kitsap Family YMCA 'Shake A Tail Feather' Run Club. Power walk/jog/run. Hour-long class designed for individuals looking to gradually build stamina at own pace and improve cardio fitness. Douglas (360) 377-3741.

5 p.m. Kitsap Running Co. Group Runs. All abilities. Up to 1 hr. 19520 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo. (360) 697-3353.

5:15 p.m. Kitsap Family YMCA Running Group (y-runners), Run for Your Life. Bremerton YMCA. 60 Magnuson Way. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. (360) 377-3741.

6 p.m. Super Jock 'n Jill Fun Run. 3-7 miles easy. 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711.

6 p.m. Seattle Running Company. 8-10 mile loop runs from store at 6-7:45 min/mile. (206) 329-1466, or searunco@aol.com.

6 p.m. Eastside Runners, up to 8 mile runs, Piecora's Pizza, Kirkland. (425) 822-7047, lynnscot@gte.net.

6 p.m. Bellingham. 1 hour hilly trail run at medium pace. Fairhaven. (360) 676-4955.

6 p.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. 3-6 miles, all abilities welcome. 213 First Ave South, (253) 239-6301, thebalancedathlete@comcast.net.

6 p.m. Issaquah Foot Zone. All levels welcome. 4-6 miles. (425) 391-3132.

6 p.m. Road Runner Sports. 3-6 miles. All paces welcome, meet at Greenlake store. 7020 Woodlawn. (206) 517-5100.

6 p.m. Run 26. Alderwood. 6-9 miles, 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626. www.Run26.net.

6 p.m. Husky Running Club. Meet at the Quad on UW campus. All abilities welcome. Andy6134@msn.com.

6:15 p.m. Green River Gliders Youth RC. Federal Way, Auburn areas. Vern Stoffel, (206) 941-9604.

6:30 p.m. Interurban Running Club. 4-8 miles. On the Tacoma Waterfront. J. Ellis (253) 606-2511.

6:30 p.m. Interurban Runners Club. Scorecard Pub in Federal Way. Larry Coyne (253) 653-4456.

6:30 p.m. West Seattle Runners. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. All abilities welcome. Pizza after. Dave (206) 938-2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

6:30 p.m. Interurban Running Club. Scoreboard Pub in Federal Way. Alex Juchems (253) 653-4456.

FRIDAY

7 a.m. Skagit Runners Club/Foot WoRx. Early morning run usually 6 miles at 8-10 min/mile. An excellent way to start your day. (360) 336-2475.

SATURDAY

7 a.m. Port Orchard Slug Club. Runners of all ages and abilities. Newcomers welcome. Annapolis Dock; run at own pace and distance along Beach Drive; reconvene for group breakfast. During winter, time and location may vary slightly so please call. Bill (360) 373-4042.

7 a.m. Running Lattes. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. Seattle-Eastside locations. Nancy (206) 229-0204, Jennifer (425) 870-3587 or Michelle (206) 790-8272.

7 a.m. Normandy Park Running Club. All levels, no pressure. Run at own pace and distance. Everyone welcome. Just west of Sea-Tac. David Knox (206) 835-2887. nprunners@earthlink.net.

8 a.m. Kitsap Runners 4 mile jaunt around Kitsap Lake. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. Meet at Red Apple on Kitsap Way. (360) 830-0738.

8 a.m. Spokane. 10-15 miles, 8-11 min/mile. Jim Price (509) 328-7417 or Don Jolley (509) 327-9285.

8 a.m. Fleet Feet Sports Group Run. All levels, start at store. (253) 862-8890.

8:30 a.m. Northeast YMCA Running Club, 5003 12th NE. Stan Chraminski, 527-9393.

8:30 a.m. Eastside Runners. All levels, non-competitive, newcomers welcome. Locations and distances vary. Mona Petrou (425) 743-9663.

8:30 a.m. Tri-City Court Club, Kennewick. Eric Greagor (509) 627-1329.

9 a.m. Frontrunners. Lesbian and Gay Running Club. Greenlake Community Center. Jon (206) 320-9195. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

9 a.m. Interurban RC at Norpoint Centre or Point Defiance. Varying distances. J. Ellis (253) 606-2511. www.interurbanrunners.net.

2 p.m. HASH (1st and 3rd Saturdays, call to be sure PLEASE). Whidbey Island Super Hash (W.I.S.H. 3). Family Hash. Linda or Gary Youngs, (360) 678-3441.

SUNDAY

7 a.m. Seattle Running Co. Trail Runs. Meet at store to carpool. Long runs for all abilities, distances and locations vary. (206) 329-1466 or searunco@aol.com.

7:30 a.m. Port Townsend Running Club. Meet at Ft. Worden commons building, easy runs from 1-2 hours or more, open to all abilities. www.ptrunning.org.

8 a.m. Super Jock 'n Jill. Women Run/Walk/Team Survivor NW. Meet at store, 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711.

8 a.m. Super Jock 'n Jill Long Run. Meet at store, 7210 E. Greenlake Dr. N. Seattle. (206) 522-7711.

8 a.m. The Balanced Athlete. Kent. Casual FUN run on various trails. Routes vary from 3-15 miles. 213 First Ave South. (253) 239-6301, thebalancedathlete@comcast.net.

8 a.m. Club Oly runs of 1 hour +. Olympia. cluboly@hotmail.com.

8 a.m. North Sound Runners, Jennings Park, Marysville. (425) 397-7214.

8 a.m. Poulsbo Running Trail Runs. Call store for locations. 1 hour +. All abilities welcome. (360) 779-8757.

8 a.m. West Seattle Runners. Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. Dave, (206) 938-2416. www.westseattlerunners.org.

8 a.m. Snohomish Track Club. Monroe, Snohomish, Lake Stevens, and Everett areas. Steve (425) 258-1916.

8 a.m. Super Jock 'n Jill 1-2 hour runs at 7min/mile or faster. Chuck (206) 522-7711.

8 a.m. Spokane, SFCC parking lot near stadium. 10-20 miles. 7:30-11min/mile on roads or trails. Gunhild and Jack Swanson (509) 928-5272.

8 a.m. Spokane, Manito Park Duck Pond. Approx. 5 miles, all paces. Joan Pribnow (509) 624-4297.

8 a.m. Foot Zone Running Club. Long runs 8-20 miles, Redmond Foot Zone. Anyone welcome. (425) 556-0383.

8 a.m. Run 26. Redmond Watershed. 12-16 miles. 7-9 min/mile. (425) 771-2626, www.Run26.net.

8:30 a.m. Running in Motion. Edmonds. All levels, 4-6 miles, Anyone welcome. (425) 774-0637.

8:30 a.m. West Seattle Runners Statue of Liberty on Alki Beach. all ability levels welcome. Coffee after. Dave (206) 938-2416, www.westseattlerunners.org.

9 a.m. Jennings Park, Marysville. 1st Sunday of each month. Distances vary. Ray Townsend, (425) 397-7214.

10 a.m. Frontrunners Track Workout. West Seattle Stadium. (206) 448-8518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

Hash House Harriers. Various days, times. Bill "Where's" Picatti, 641-2534. Kitsap County: Richard "Musashi" Christopher, (360) 779-3949.

RACEWALKING

Racewalk Clinics -Second Saturday of every month. Racewalk clinic for beginners or intermediate walkers. Green Lake Community Center, south side. By appointment only. 10 a.m. Instructor Stan Chraminski (206) 527-9393, www.albionarts.com/racewalking.

Second Saturday Race Around Green Lake. Informal unjudged racewalk races are held every month. Meet at south side of the Green Lake Community Center at 9 a.m. (206) 527-9393.

ORIENTEERING

Sunday, April 29. U District Street Scramble. Seattle. 30 locations circled on a map; test how many you can visit in 90 minutes or 3 hours. www.streetscramble.com.

Saturday, May 19. Trioba Sprint Race. Ellensburg. 8 a.m. 15-35 miles, 3-person teams. Orienteering, trail running, mtn. biking. www.trioba.com, Justin (253) 709-8232.

Saturday, May 19. Bellevue Street Scramble. Bellevue. 30 locations circled on a map; test how many you can visit in 90 minutes or 3 hours. www.streetscramble.com.

Saturday, May 26. Gig Harbor Street Scramble. Gig Harbor. 30 locations circled on a map; test how many you can visit in 90 minutes or 3 hours. www.streetscramble.com.

Saturday, June 9. Everett Street Scramble. Everett. 10 a.m. Thirty locations circled on a map; visit as many as you can in 3 hours or 90 minutes. Foot or bike. www.streetscramble.com.

NOTE: While we do our best to ensure that all information in the Northwest Runner magazine and web schedules is accurate and up-to-date, last-minute changes do take place. We suggest that you contact any number given before traveling to an event listed in the schedule.