Run Wild Missoula and the Missoula Marathon

2012 Galloway Marathon Training Starts January 22!

2011-11-28T09:47:00.000-07:00

Registration will begin in November for the 2nd Annual Jeff Galloway Run/Walk/Run Marathon/Half Marathon Training Program. Over 60 RWM’ers participated in 2011 and 3 of 6 RWM Inspirational Runners of the Year were Gallowayans. Goals of the program are to prevent injury, reduce fatigue, speed recovery and have a life!...while training for a long distance event.Participants will receive a year’s

M Trail Work Day a Huge Success!

2011-11-18T12:37:00.001-07:00

RWM and Friends of the M Trail co-sponsored a work day on the M Trail on Oct 22nd. About 25 people attended and made a full day of the event while we installed a new stair structure on the 6th switchback. We also brushed over erosive side trails, pulled knapweed and planted plugs of native wildflowers and grasses.Our attendees were UM students, volunteers from the community (and as far away as

Upcoming Beer Runs

2011-11-17T18:13:00.001-07:00

Official Fall Greetings from the Chancellor of Libations.As much as it pains me I, the Chancellor of Libations, must apologize to the legions of Beer Runners. Yes I am down on my knees begging forgiveness for selecting a meeting place that had scheduled an EMERGENCY that required a full scale evacuation and the assistance of the Missoula City Fire Department. But rest assured that in the future I

View From The Back

2011-11-14T12:06:00.001-07:00

I run because I can…..I run “for the health of it!” The “spark” of my running inspiration came from my daughter-in-law, Maggie. She said, “I’m going to run the Missoula Marathon, you should do it, too.” I doubted myself and my ability to do it, so I just forgot about it…..so I thought! That challenge to run lay there, in the back of my mind growing into a “bucket list” desire to achieve that

2012 Missoula Marathon registration opens tonight with early registration savings!

2011-10-21T14:39:00.003-06:00

Registration for the 2012 Missoula Marathon and Half Marathon opens tonight! From 10pm MST until midnight you can get a super-duper early bird registration deal and save an extra $15 on marathon registration or $10 on half marathon registration when compared to the regular early registration period that begins at midnight. Register between 10pm and midnight tonight and save big! The link is: http

Missoula Wins Runner Friendly Community Designation

2011-09-28T11:29:00.001-06:00

Missoula is one of a handful of runner friendly communities in the nation, according to a recent 5-year designation bestowed by the Road Runners Club of America, a national distance running organization. Run Wild Missoula announced at its Annual Meeting of Members last night that Missoula has been awarded the Runner Friendly Community designation.Missoula met the program’s criteria, which

Bitterroot Running Group Invites Missoulians to Head South

2011-07-12T11:49:00.001-06:00

I joined Run Wild Missoula because, after 15 years of running solitude, I wanted to find some folks to run with. Through RWM I have met many runners and made some good friends. But I haven’t been able to actually run with them very often. We talk about running and plan runs, and the volunteer work is a good thing, but it’s still work, and in any case I am no fan of committees.The thing is, I live

Jeff and Barbara Galloway to Participate in Missoula Marathon

2011-07-08T11:15:00.001-06:00

The Missoula Marathon is delighted to host Jeff and Barbara Galloway over Marathon weekend. Jeff will participate in the special marathon beer run from the Badlander tonight at 6pm. He will have a booth at the expo on Saturday from 8am to 3pm, joined by members of the Galloway marathon training class who are excited by the chance to share their experience. The Galloways will also run the

Missoula Kid's Marathon

2011-07-07T15:28:00.003-06:00

It has come to our attention that more than one local media source has misreported the starting time, date and/or location of the Missoula Kid's Marathon. Here is the real scoop:The Missoula Kid's Marathon starts at 10am, Saturday, July 9 on the Riverfront Trail in front of the Boone & Crockett Club.For more information, please visit the Missoula Kid's Marathon website.

Missoula Marathon Photos

2011-07-06T15:35:00.001-06:00

Our official race photographer, RacePhotos.net (a division of Referee Photo), will once again be covering the course and finish line with more than 15 photographers.There are 2 special photo offers you won't want to miss.....the best deal in all of Montana!"DOWNLOAD ALL YOUR PHOTOS" - download a full-resolution copy of every photo that is taken of you!This is a $69.95 value offered again at the

Missoula Youth Homes – Missoula Marathon

2011-07-06T13:42:00.000-06:00

In August I will be celebrating my 20th year at The Attention Home, the Youth Homes’ shelter for youth in Missoula. During that time over 3000 youth have come through our doors. I consider it a privilege to have worked with so many amazing kids, families and coworkers. Deciding to run the Missoula Marathon to honor them makes sense for many reasons. While the work we do brings many rewards,

A Glimpse at Who Is Training for the Missoula Marathon

2011-07-06T13:24:00.000-06:00

Close to 450 people are registered for the running, walking and run/walk classes to train for the Missoula Marathon. That’s a lot of people to get to know. We thought it would be fun to get to know some of them and find out why they are training for the Missoula Marathon or Half Marathon.Name: Barbara KennedyAge: 68Occupation: Business Consultant - Missoula Job ServiceTraining Class: WalkingWill

View from the Back: Run-Walk-Running in Missoula

2011-07-05T23:23:00.002-06:00

As the Missoula Marathon and Half approach, a hardy group of Missoulians is slowly and surely building toward those goals. Inspired by Jeff Galloway’s presentation at the Wilma in January, the Galloway training class has been meeting on Sundays and Wednesdays ever since.Many members of the class were “fresh off the couch” when they began training on those snowy, icy, windy, dark days of winter.

Hellgate Village 5K

2011-06-27T11:26:00.001-06:00

Saturday, July 9, 5 p.m., Caras Park, the site of the Missoula Marathon Expo Download the registration form or register online now. Questions or want to volunteer? Email Race Director Carol Brooker.Want to be a part of the excitement of the Missoula Marathon, but don't want to train for and run the marathon or half marathon? Perhaps you are in town to watch a family member and want to

Help needed for Missoula Marathon course cleanup

2011-06-23T15:50:00.006-06:00

Saturday, June 25, 7:30 a.m. - meet at Peak Health & Wellness, corner of Blue Mountain Rd and Highway 93The Missoula Marathon is in two weeks and we'd like to present the course in the best possible way to all the runners and the supporters flocking into our beautiful city, coming from all 50 states, Canada, and at least a dozen other countries from all over the world. Let's show pride in our

A Glimpse at Who Is Training for the Missoula Marathon

2011-06-23T10:36:00.001-06:00

Close to 450 people are registered for the running, walking and run/walk classes to train for the Missoula Marathon. That’s a lot of people to get to know. We thought it would be fun to get to know some of them and find out why they are training for the Missoula Marathon or Half Marathon.Name: Hillary OggAge: 32Profession: Research & Business Development Specialist/Mom to 2 BoysTraining Class:

Run Wild Missoula Member Profiles: Bob Taylor

2011-06-21T14:39:00.001-06:00

Name: Bob TaylorAge: 45Place of birth: MissoulaOccupation: Driver for Coca ColaWhat are your short-term running and long term running goals? Short-term, I just want to get back into running after not running all winter. Long-term, I want to complete the Missoula Marathon and the Pengally Double dip without injuries and continue on from there. I want to run the New York City Marathon

Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon, May 15

2011-06-20T11:46:00.001-06:00

The annual Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) convention always combines their conference with a running event to give attendees a chance to get a little competitive running in during their trip. That was the case with the recent conference in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The conference was timed just before the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon, organized by the same people who put on the Marine

Riding the Bloomsday Bus

2011-06-17T10:17:00.000-06:00

First , a little history. I started riding the Bloomsday bus with my sister Carol Hedges in 1989. We had no expectations for the race except it was a 12K. And we could ride the bus to Spokane and back in one day. That first year I think there were over 58,000 runners. Yes, that is the right amount of 0s. The city of Spokane is so supportive of this race. It is amazing! Businesses sign up

Missoula Marathon Beer Run

2011-06-16T20:22:00.001-06:00

Missoula Marathon Beer Run 07/08/2011 Friday, July 8, 6 p.m., Badlander, 135 West Broadway St.Introducing a special edition Beer Run two days before the Missoula Marathon! This is a chance to show out-of-town Missoula Marathon participants a good time and to allow local runners/walkers to share our special community. The Badlander will generously offer drink specials on local micro-brews.

View from the Back

2011-06-14T23:46:00.000-06:00

In over 25 years of running, I had not run with someone else more than a dozen or so times. Not that I preferred running solo; this was more due to a lack of opportunity than anything else. Living in rural districts, there were no running partners available. A few times I ran with a family member, but in all my many races, I ran by myself. The starts always made me envious for it seemed that

Death: The Ultimate Finish Line [by a Missoula Half-Marathon runner]

2011-06-07T15:30:00.003-06:00

Death: The Ultimate Finish LineWritten by: Katie Barrett-StevensDeath can make you do funny things… like make you in to a runner. My husband’s brother Nathan and his best friend Bryan were killed on the Sphinx Mountain in Madison County, Montana in 2004. It is a formidable looking mountain, maybe because it looks exactly as it sounds.Nate and Bryan were active outdoorsmen. They ran, they hiked,

Missoula Marathon Registrations

2011-06-06T23:21:00.001-06:00

After a flurry of online registrations and a flood of paper forms on May 15 - the deadline to register for the cheapest rates - I am predicting that 1,500 people will sign up for the marathon and 2,500 for the half marathon.Well, "prediction" is a bit strong. "Guess" is more like it.I do know that my database has someone from every state except Rhode Island; perhaps someone from RI is in the

Missoula Marathon Relay

2011-06-05T23:10:00.000-06:00

Are you ready to do the Missoula Marathon? No? What? You aren't quite sure you want to run 26 miles? Not even 13? Well believe it or not, you can still participate and not have to run the full marathon come race day. Gather three friends, family members, or your gullible co-workers and create a marathon relay team! The relay consists of four legs (8.5 miles, 8.2 miles, 5.6 miles, 3.9 miles).

Missoula Marathon: Better…. Then bigger

2011-06-02T10:53:00.000-06:00

Bigger is not always better. But as the Missoula Marathon Race Director, I hope we can be both. We may not be a being a bigger race this year, but we hope to be better. This time last June, race registration was up a few hundred people over this year. Not bad considering we had just been named the Best Overall Marathon by Runner’s World. Our goal this year… to put on an even better race and

2011-06-01T15:52:00.001-06:00

The Missoula Marathon and Half Marathon are six weeks away. I realized this with horror the other day when I looked at the calendar. You, no doubt, have been training your patootie off in preparation. I, however, have not.My springtime training schedule had to be altered due to an unfortunate misunderstanding with gravity earlier this year. I thought I'd be fine, though, because I'm doing the

Run Wild Missoula Member Profiles: Maureen Lympus & Pam Estill

2011-05-20T22:56:00.002-06:00

This RWM Member Profile highlights running partners Maureen Lympus and Pam Estill at the Run for the TreesOccupations: Dental Hygienist (M) and Clinical Nurse Manager (P)Personality: Extrovert (M) and Introvert (P)How long have you been running partners? We met last spring at the RWM/Momentum Trail Running Class.What made you pair up? We have very similar speeds. On some days, I am able to

View from the Back - I Respect the Marathon

2011-05-19T11:07:00.000-06:00

“The early mornings. The countless miles…. Somewhere along the line, the marathon became less of a competitive sport and more of a line item on a bucket list… next time you're toeing the line, respect the marathon”The above is a portion of an advertisement that ran in various running magazines. The ad made me feel like I should be ashamed of my running. I put in countless miles, but yes, I could

Participants Wanted for Heat Acclimatization Study

2011-05-18T09:49:00.002-06:00

I am working with a graduate student (Brianna Lui) on a heat acclimatization study this summer looking at seasonal changes in heat acclimatization.Specifically, we are interested in the degree of seasonal acclimatization in wildland firefighters; however, we would like to compare their adaptations to seasonal acclimatization in regular, everyday people (Males only) in Missoula (ie. People that

Back of the Pack is Up and Running (at whatever pace)

2011-05-16T17:00:00.000-06:00

The Back of the Pack (BOP) had a social and organization meeting March 21. The following ideas and action items emerged from that meeting:EVENTS: BOP will hold monthly fun run/walks at different locations around the community. Events will be hosted by BOPers from the neighborhood; food and drink arrangements will vary. • Our first event, April 22 at Maclay Flats, was hosted by Lisa Boothe,

The Paris Marathon

2011-05-13T13:00:00.002-06:00

On April 10, 2011 I completed the 35th edition Marathon de Paris. The actual journey began a week earlier. My husband Eivind and I flew into London on April 2nd. After traveling for more than twenty hours we finally reached our hotel. It was 12:00 p.m. London time. We were tired and my ankles were swollen. I knew if I laid down I would be out for the count and would miss the entire day.

Boston With Swagger

2011-05-11T10:15:00.002-06:00

For those of us who are accustomed solo runs down Montana highways scattered with mountain homes and wild animals, “the Boston” was like another world.“The most surprising thing about ‘the Boston,’ for me, was the experience of getting into line to get on the buses to the start. As Chris Everett and I stood in line to get on the buses at Boston Commons, we were in hysterics at never having seen a

Missoula Marathon is Best Event in Montana For 2010 – Let’s Make It Again This Year!

2011-05-10T10:04:00.000-06:00

In the Hills of the Bloomsday course this year, for what is probably close to my 15th time, I couldn’t help but notice the thousands of volunteers that show up to help at this massive event. I have notice a lot on that course over the years, but honestly never given much thought to the volunteers. Each aid station was full of smiling faces giving out water and high fives. Even the finish line

Thank You, Bridgett Moriarty

2011-05-09T17:02:00.001-06:00

Run Wild Missoula has been lucky enough to have hundreds of dedicated volunteers. Some of these volunteers stand out, though, because they give above and beyond. One of these volunteers is Bridgett Moriarty. Bridgett recently resigned from the Run Wild Missoula Board of Directors to spend more time with her family and start focusing on other interests. We wonder how Bridgett had time to continue

2011 Missoula Marathon participants in their own words: Amy Reed

2011-05-09T14:47:00.006-06:00

The Road to 50 Statesby Amy ReedI've run 26.2 miles eleven times. On purpose. Yes, with my two feet. Yes, I said "on purpose."My infatuation with running began innocently in the year 2000. A friend starting training for a 5K, and, not to be left behind, I started jogging behind him. Within a month, I had started to shed my sedentary lifestyle and ran my first 5K. I kept running about 2 to 3 miles

New Run Wild Missoula Board Members

2011-05-06T10:20:00.001-06:00

Run Wild Missoula is lucky to introduce two new members of the Board of Directors: Pat Cross and Torrey Holmquist. They were nice enough to answer a few questions about themselves so you can get to know them better. You may already know Pat as the RWM Chancellor of Libations and organizer of the popular Beer Runs. Also, Torrey has been on the Missoula Marathon Committee since the inception of the

Wear Your Support for Run Wild Missoula

2011-05-04T16:06:00.004-06:00

There are lots of ways to support Run Wild Missoula: renew your membership (We hope you will all do that over and over again!), register for a race, join a training class or go for a run or walk with a friend and tell him or her about Run Wild Missoula. You can also wear your support for Run Wild Missoula.You all need clothes to wear when you run or walk, right? Why not buy something that says “

Why I Run - Missoula Marathon

2011-05-04T14:14:00.006-06:00

Why I Run by Andrew A. HuntIn the beginning there was only one reason I wanted to finish the Missoula Marathon, but it seems the list grows every time someone asks me about it.The conversation goes like this:“I’m training for the Missoula Marathon.”“Really, why?”“Three reasons, well, actually four, no wait, more like seven, have you got a few minutes?”Stacking up reasons to stick with running is

Rules of the Run

2011-04-30T22:25:00.000-06:00

It’s training class season: It’s the time of year when everyone starts feeling antsy about spring and warmer weather. Those of us who haven’t been exercising on a regular basis start getting excited about running or walking again. Lucky for Run Wild Missoula, this is also the time of year when—if you are going to run the Missoula Marathon—you should start your training. Over 300 people are

Darby Woman to run first-ever 1/2 Marathon at the Missoula Marathon after donating kidney to husband

2011-04-27T14:15:00.005-06:00

I have just entered the Missoula Half Marathon 2011, which will be my first ever! I also just gave my husband, Jared, a kidney on March 29th, 2011! We are still in Seattle, but will soon be home! We live in Darby [which is about 60 miles south of Missoula]. My husband grew up near Darby, I grew up near Bozeman. We've been here [in Seattle] for over a month now. They said Jared would be in

Run Wild Missoula Member Profile: Julia Hunt

2011-04-27T11:16:00.003-06:00

Name: Julia HuntAge: 67Place of birth: Albany, NYOccupation: RetiredInterests other than running? Bird watching, hiking, camping, biking, nordic skiing, snow shoeing, gardening, photography, yoga, traveling, readingHow long have you been running? 33 yearsDo you have your next race planned? Probably the Tree RunWhat is your favorite running route? I live on a frontage road so usually run there

View From the Back

2011-04-26T13:04:00.001-06:00

The race is called the Snow Joke, but I wasn’t laughing when I finished.My daughter and I planned to do the Snow Joke race together. This would be the first time we would do a race together, so I was really looking forward to it. We awoke that cold morning at 6:30 AM to a temperature of -20 F. By the time we arrived several hours later to pick up our race packets the temperature was probably -

Swiss runners planning to run the 2011 Missoula Marathon

2011-04-25T20:21:00.006-06:00

Since its inaugural running in 2007, the Missoula Marathon has attracted runners from around the world, including Australia, Japan, Sweden, Hong Kong, Scotland, and Delaware. Sometimes, as with our first Delaware runner last year, a participant is willing to tell us a little bit about themselves. This year, the Swiss Family Metzler - Hans, Monika, and Linus - will travel from Switzerland 12

Last Best Finisher Award Takes Shape

2011-04-22T10:01:00.000-06:00

The idea began with the Sweathouse Half Marathon, and an article that celebrated the remarkable achievement of a woman who finished last. Shortly thereafter, a first version of the award was presented to Stacey Bray at her final Beginning Runners Class before leaving the area for a new job. Since that time the idea has grown.We now have a supply of attractive medals designed and produced by our

My Story – Missoula Marathon

2011-04-21T09:30:00.000-06:00

My name is Brenda Ritter, I was born and raised in Missoula. I graduated from Big Sky High School in 2003 and immediately left Missoula to join the United States Air Force. I am not in the Air Force anymore, but my husband is; we are currently stationed in Florida. My husband is currently deployed to Iraq so I moved back home to Missoula while he is gone for 7 months. He is due to return home

Missoula Marathon and Youth Home Run 4 Kids - Inspiration

2011-04-20T14:42:00.000-06:00

I'm not a runner. I've always wanted to be a runner - just didn't think I had the stamina for it or the athletic build or whatever excuse I could come up with to get out of it. It looks like the perfect form of exercise: cheap, travels anywhere, not much gear.Living in Missoula we certainly see people venturing out for their dose of health in all kinds of weather: Watching runners in a

Missoula Marathon Registration Update

2011-04-19T22:45:00.001-06:00

People often ask me, “Vic, how many people have signed up for the 2011 Missoula Marathon? How does that compare to last year? Are there any people from strange and far away places, like Mount Pleasant, Michigan; Mahwah, New Jersey; Wasilla, Alaska; or Freidorf, Switzerland? And are you planning to finally run the Missoula Marathon or Half Marathon this year?”OK, no one asks about specific cities,

Missoula Kids Marathon is Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 10:00 AM.

2011-04-13T22:59:00.001-06:00

It's time to register for the Missoula Kids Marathon! Register online at www.missoulakidsmarathon.org, or pick up entry forms at the Runner's Edge, the Missoula YMCA, PEAK Health and Wellness, or Currents.Logs are available at these outlets as well as online. Check us out on FACEBOOK! We'll keep you up on current running events for kids and will let you know how many miles your child may have

Missoula Marathon is Best Event in Montana!

2011-04-12T22:42:00.000-06:00

“The Missoula Marathon was the best event in Montana in 2010!” If you don’t want to take my word for it, just ask the Montana Office of Tourism. Last night, the Missoula Marathon was honored as the Montana Tourism Event of the Year for 2010! As a few of us were heading back to Missoula from the celebration in Helena, it gave me some time to think. I couldn’t help but think of all the hard work

2011 COPPER CANYON ULTRA MARATHON - Mas Loco in Mexico

2011-04-06T16:22:00.003-06:00

Running the 51-mile Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon in 90+ degree heat was only part of the adventure for four Missoula runners who participated in the 7th annual Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon in Urique, Mexico. We met the famed Raramuri runners, made new friends and saw some incredible sights. We spent some high-quality time running in the canyons and reconnecting with our friend, Micah True, the

Letter from the Executive Director: New Technology Means Less Paper

2011-03-23T20:10:00.001-06:00

I’ve been gradually trying to free myself from paper for the past few years. I used to love to write on paper, but now I prefer struggling through the process of writing on my laptop—writing one sloppy draft and then editing each line with the taps of my keyboard. The same is true for filling out forms: I would much rather fill out paperwork on my computer through an online system or by filling

Save the Date for the Bloomsday Bus, May 1

2011-03-19T22:03:00.000-06:00

Run Wild Missoula will again host a bus to Bloomsday in Spokane on Sunday, May 1. The Missoula Family YMCA’s Riverbank Run happens to fall the day before Bloomsday this year. We hope many of you will decide to run both races. If you do, the Bloomsday bus is a great way to run them both without having to drive or spend the entire weekend in Spokane. The bus leaves Missoula on Sunday at 5:30 a.m.

Run Wild Missoula Member Profiles: Tory Kendrick; Aimee (Em) Kendrick; Annika Kendrick; Sylvie Kendrick

2011-03-14T11:37:00.004-06:00

Names: Tory Kendrick; Aimee (Em) Kendrick; Annika Kendrick; Sylvie KendrickAges: 35, 35, 6, 3Place of birth: Conway, NH; Worcester MA; Missoula for both girlsOccupations: Tory is a Smokejumper and a part-time model. Em is at home with the girls, and assistant coaches Hellgate High XC and Track teams.What do you as individuals or as a family get out of running? Sore legs and the occasional

View from the Back

2011-03-10T22:09:00.000-07:00

Running for many of us, is an essential part of our lives. We run for many reasons – for health, for companionship, for glory – the reasons are all as unique as each of us, and yet at heart, all the same. We run because it makes us feel good. We run because we can eat that chocolate cake with the icing that you know is unhealthy – and not look back (except for seconds), knowing that our jeans

It’s the (most) Luckiest Time of the Year

2011-03-07T13:57:00.002-07:00

Yes, it’s true! The day you’ve been looking forward to for months is almost here! It’s that luckiest of days when folks let down their guard and don their most festive, St. Patrick’s Day-inspired running and walking apparel. It’s the (ahem) crisp morning in March when you wake up at the wee hours and tell yourself, your spouse, your kids, your friends, “Yes, we will run/walk a 5K today!”. It’

Marathon Training Class – Just Do It!

2011-03-04T13:15:00.001-07:00

What do I say about the marathon and half marathon training class? As I was thinking this week about what I wanted to write I saw Kelsi (a fellow RWM member) at Charlie B’s after the Beer Run. Since I know Kelsi has written at least one fun article for the newsletter I asked her if she had any advice for this novice article writer?Kelsi’s asked “what’s your angle?” Angle? That’s funny. I

Thank you! – Jennifer Straughan

2011-03-03T14:37:00.002-07:00

As you may know, Jennifer Straughan has resigned her position as race director for the Missoula Marathon.Jen has been involved with Run Wild Missoula and the Missoula Marathon since the beginning. She is a visionary who isn't afraid to dream big. She also knows how to rally people into helping her carry out those dreams. And through those efforts, in just four short years the Missoula Marathon

Missoula Marathon – It’s A Team Thing

2011-02-27T15:13:00.000-07:00

After Jen Straughan announced her decision to step down as the only marathon race director Missoula has known, it didn’t take me long to realize the most important thing Jen had done with her time as director… Build a great team! Under Jen’s guidance the marathon grew from an idea to the USA’s Best Marathon. At the same time, the committee grew from who ever walked in the door next, the first

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2010 batch of 1200 Mile Club Members!

2011-02-22T13:54:00.000-07:00

What an extraordinary accomplishment. Look for these members to be sporting flashy new embroidered arm warmers, last year's coveted prize for their efforts.If you would like to be a part of this years crop of elite runners simply post your miles online under the 1200 mile club menu (its under the [Home]tab of the RWM website). The "add miles" icon is found at the bottom of the 1200 mile page.

Greetings Beer Runners

2011-02-17T10:58:00.003-07:00

I hope the new year is going well for you all, and a big shame on you to any of the regulars that missed last week’s beer run from the classic Missoula establishment the Oxford. We had a nice run and, well let’s just say the Ox was fun, and a lot nicer than I remember it from my last trip through there.Our recent activities have drawn the attention of Rick Ryan, a long time RWM member who moved

Straughan Resigns as Missoula Marathon Race Director; Brooker Named New Race Leader for 2011

2011-02-07T15:52:00.000-07:00

After five years of service, Jennifer Straughan has resigned as the race director for the Missoula Marathon and Half Marathon. Straughan, one of the founding members of the Missoula races, will leave her post at the end of February to focus on her job and family. Anders Brooker, owner of the specialty running store The Runner’s Edge and coach of the Hellgate High School Cross Country team, has

View from the Back: Speed and Success

2011-02-03T14:52:00.001-07:00

Jeff Galloway has said, “The only benefits of speed are for the ego; all the other benefits of running can be achieved at a slower pace.” I won’t downplay the role of ego in our lives. The ego challenges us to improve, and measures the results. That’s a good thing. However, the ego can also set the trap of all-or-nothing thinking, defining success in limited terms. When it comes to running,

Get the jump on Valentine's Day and “Catch'Em If You Can”

2011-02-01T10:57:00.000-07:00

Ready or not, join us on Saturday, February 12th at 9:30 a.m. for the running of the first “Catch'Em If You Can” 5K. This race will feature a unique and exciting format with the women starting first and the men following 3 minutes later—a first for the Missoula running scene.The race starts and finishes at the south end of the Van Buren St. footbridge, (Griz tailgate area) and will follow

Ryan Snyder, Marathon Maniac #3204

2011-01-26T10:06:00.000-07:00

Run Wild Missoula member Ryan Snyder's recent long-distance running fit reached a fever pitch during a Thanksgiving weekend visit to Seattle, when he couldn't stop himself from running two marathons in two days and was committed to the Seattle-based Insane Asylum for Marathon Maniacs. His Mania has advanced to the Iridium level. Snyder finished the Ghost of Seattle Marathon in 3:35:43 (8th place

Beer Runs 2010

2011-01-24T14:14:00.001-07:00

2010 is over and we seem to have a pretty good head of steam going with the Beer Runs. Our first official beer run was in July, when we started from the Silver Dollar and ran up and around Water Works Hill. As I recall we had a bit less than 20 people show up, but that was enough to convince us to give it another go in August.Sitting here trying to type with semi-frozen fingers I think back

Jeff Galloway to Run/Walk/Run the Missoula Marathon

2011-01-21T06:48:00.003-07:00

All of us on the Missoula Marathon Committee had a great time hosting Jeff Galloway's visit to Missoula this week. We hope people who thought that completing a half or full marathon was just beyond all possibility, will now reconsider using Jeff's run/walk/run method. We have been trained and are ready to pass that information on to anyone who would like to hear.Best of all, Jeff promised that

Missoula Marathon Brings Jeff Galloway to Missoula

2010-12-19T20:12:00.003-07:00

The Missoula Marathon is bringing Jeff Galloway to Missoula this January to help us kick off the 5th Annual Missoula Marathon. Galloway is here to introduce his walk/run training program. If you think that completing a half or full marathon is out of your reach, come to this talk and bring your friends. Galloway will tell you that anyone can achieve this goal using his technique. The Missoula

Missoula Marathon Listed in 10 Best Beginner Marathons

2010-12-05T19:40:00.001-07:00

The Missoula Marathon is included in a list of 10 Best Beginner Marathons in the United States in an on-line article by Fitbie.msn.com. The article describes their choices for the 10 best marathons for first-time marathon runners. The Missoula Marathon was included in part because of the gentle course and excellent community support. The Missoula Marathon’s hand painted mile markers and free

Run Off Thanksgiving Pie Before Eating it At the Turkey Day 8K

2010-11-17T10:17:00.001-07:00

This year Missoulians and their Thanksgiving visitors can run off their pumpkin pie before they eat it at Run Wild Missoula’s Turkey Day 8K on Thanksgiving morning. The approximately 5-mile race starts at 9:30 a.m. on the Riverfront Trail in front of the Boone and Crockett Club. “The race is open to anyone wanting to get some fresh air and exercise before feasting on a Thanksgiving meal,” Race

Marathon & Beyond and the Missoula Marathon

2010-11-06T20:06:00.003-06:00

The latest issue of Marathon & Beyond arrived in the mail today, complete with John Cuddy and Brent Ruby's (from the Health & Human Performance Department at the University of Montana) article on "Core Versus Skin Temperatures in Marathon Runners." This testing was done utilizing volunteers at the 2008 Missoula Marathon! Thank you to Brent and John for doing this study. Be sure to get your

Run Wild Missoula Gives Back to the Community

2010-11-01T12:47:00.002-06:00

Run Wild Missoula gives back to the community, not just by organizing races, training programs and other educational opportunities for runners, but also by making monetary contributions to other non-profit organizations.Run Wild Missoula recently demonstrated its philanthropy by donating over $5,300 to Norawas de Raramuri, a non-profit that supports the Tarahumara—also known as Raramuri—running

Missoula Marathon Shirts Free To Good Home

2010-10-24T17:53:00.002-06:00

The Missoula Marathon Committee would like to distribute our leftover running shirts to anyone with a good cause. This can range from taking a trip and wanting to leave word of the Missoula Marathon in the form of a shirt, to a cause where people are in need of clothing, to a fundraising effort, etc. If you have a way of spreading our shirts to the masses here or anywhere else on the planet,

Missoula Marathon Hosts Meet and Greet with World Class Runner and Coach, Colleen and Darren De Reuck

2010-10-16T12:17:00.004-06:00

The Missoula Marathon will host a Meet and Greet with world class marathon runner Collen De Reuck and her coach/husband Darren De Reuck, and you are invited to attend. The event will take place Friday, October 22nd, from 7 - 8 pm, upstairs at Runner's Edge in Missoula.Colleen De Reuck has been in the Olympics four times, and in 2010 alone won the master's women in the USATF Cross Country

Hotel Rooms Starting to Fill for Missoula Marathon

2010-10-09T19:27:00.002-06:00

Marathon weekend is 9 months away, but according to local hotel managers, rooms are already starting to fill for the 2011 Missoula Marathon on July 10th. If you have a favorite place to stay, you might want to book your room now!

Missoula Marathon Volunteer Shirts from 2010

2010-10-04T19:59:00.004-06:00

This is our latest Volunteer Shirt Sighting, taken at Diva Day last Saturday. If you volunteered for the 2010 Missoula Marathon and somehow missed out on your volunteer shirt, there are a few remaining. Simply contact jen@runwildmissoula.org or call 406-214-7140. Thank you volunteers! We look forward to seeing you in 2011!

New Facebook Page for Missoula Marathon

2010-09-26T08:55:00.002-06:00

For administrative purposes the Missoula Marathon now has a new Facebook Page. There's never a dull moment and plenty happening year round, so be sure to "like" the new Missoula Marathon page today! Just look for the Leg Mile Markers to identify the proper page and get ready for Sunday, July 10, 2011.

Registration for Missoula Marathon 2011 Now Open!

2010-09-25T21:44:00.002-06:00

Registration for the 5th Annual Missoula Marathon coming up Sunday, July 10, 2011 is now open! You may register on-line or with a downloadable form. Be sure to tell your friends. Go to www.missoulamarathon.org.

Is Missoula Marathon Best for First-Timers?

2010-08-24T20:50:00.003-06:00

Voting is on now! Which Marathons are Best for First-Timers? Runner’s World is compiling a list of the best 26.2-mile races for marathon virgins for an upcoming issue. The Missoula Marathon was interviewed by Runner's World in regards to this article -- so cast your vote for the Missoula Marathon today!Go to http://opensource.runnersworld.com/2010/08/which-marathons-are-best-for-first-timers.

Missoula Marathon Volunteer Shirt 2010 Sighting

2010-08-02T22:16:00.003-06:00

We thought people would like the Missoula Marathon 2010 Volunteer Shirt and there was a sighting already in Bozeman at the Long Course State Championship Swim Meet.

Thank You for Missoula Marathon Feedback

2010-07-17T17:13:00.002-06:00

Thank you to all of the people who have contacted us with feedback from your experience here at the 4th Annual Missoula Marathon. The Missoula Marathon Committee reads all your comments and we use them to improve our event. Everyone is busy and we know it takes time to stop what you're doing and write us with your insight, compliments and suggestions. We appreciate it. If you have something

It's Not Too Late to get your Free Missoula Marathon Photo

2010-07-15T19:11:00.007-06:00

If you didn't pick up your Free Photo by HuHot down in Caras Pavilion on race day -- you still can! It's not too late. Just click on the link on our home page or go to http://huhot.com/html/loc/missoula.html and look for the "Missoula Marathon." Hey -- it's free -- don't miss out. One caveat is that if you must have had your photo taken on race day in the HuHot Photo Booth. It was in the

Looking for a Missoula Marathon Runner

2010-07-13T06:41:00.002-06:00

This blog was sent to me by a spectator who needs some help finding a runner:When my family and I went to the Run Wild Missoula Marathon this past weekend our intentions were to encourage and inspire our mom and the other runners. It wasn't long after the race began, however, that we realized they were in fact the ones inspiring us.As we drove from check point to check point (my dad, two sisters

What's New on the Missoula Marathon Website

2010-07-12T18:38:00.003-06:00

Now on the Missoula Marathon website you'll find:1. Results link 2. Timer link if you need to request a correction in your results. This includes people who cannot find themselves in the results. PLEASE USE THIS LINK INSTEAD OF EMAIL! The link includes coding information so Accu-Split knows the correct event and they use it to track that corrections have been made. 3. A FinishCam link

Missoula Marathon Registration Hits 4,500+

2010-07-10T22:09:00.003-06:00

It was a great day at the Missoula Marathon Expo and Registration. We want to thank everyone for participating in our event. The final numbers are in and here is how many we have registered for each event: 1,462 for the Marathon; 2,694 for the Half Marathon; 5 Handcyclists/wheelchair; 29 Relay Teams; and over 300 Kids Marathon for a total of 4,577, or roughly double compared to 2009. We have

Missoula Marathon On Line Registration Closed

2010-07-08T22:27:00.002-06:00

On Line registration is closed, but you may still register for the Missoula Marathon through Saturday at the Expo and Registration event, 8 am - 6 pm, in Caras Pavilion downtown Missoula. Thank you for running!

Missoula Marathon Green Efforts 2010

2010-07-07T21:25:00.002-06:00

For this year’s Missoula Marathon, we again worked on our commitment to keep the environmental impact of our event to a minimum, while improving what we had started in the past years.If you have never eaten from and with 100 percent bio-degradable plastic plates, bowls, cups and “silver wear”, you will now have the chance at the Missoula Marathon while re-fueling your body with fantastic

Run Wild Missoula Cleans Up for Missoula Marathon

2010-07-07T21:21:00.002-06:00

At 8:30 a.m., this past Saturday morning, with their coffee in one hand, gloves and trash bags in the other, approximately three dozen volunteers showed up at the location of the start of the Missoula Half Marathon on Blue Mountain Road, to receive their instructions to clean up trash from the Missoula Marathon and Half Marathon courses. Young and old were eager to get started. Our volunteers had

Missoula Marathon Powered by Solar

2010-07-07T21:07:00.002-06:00

As part of our Green Efforts of 2010, the Missoula Marathon is proud and excited to announce that Axmen of Missoula has agreed to be the provider of Solar-Powered Energy at the Missoula Marathon Expo and after the Marathon for the post-race activities and award ceremonies. The Missoula Marathon Expo will take place at Caras Park Pavilion in downtown Missoula, on Saturday, July 10, and the

Missoula Marathon Photos to Share

2010-07-05T10:50:00.003-06:00

We really like people to have photos from the Missoula Marathon AND we like you to share them. The good news is, so does RacePhotos (division of Referee Photo). RacePhotos has a great advance offer: an electronic option at a 70% discount to those who sign up at the Expo before 6pm. The offer includes ALL your photos and yes, photographers are positioned in many locations along the course. Be

Missoula Marathon Confirmed Registrants Updated

2010-07-03T19:50:00.003-06:00

We just posted the latest confirmed registration list on the Missoula Marathon website. Go to http://www.runwildmissoula.org/index.php/fuseaction/registration.main.htm and click on the link to confirm your registration. As always, since that list was compiled more registrations have come in so if you've registered in the last week you're probably not on the list. It'd be great if you check now

2010-06-30T14:37:00.001-06:00

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Sports Psychology Seminar for the Missoula Marathon

2010-06-28T06:16:00.003-06:00

Don't miss the final FREE Good Food Store seminar tonight with Dr. Charles Palmer. Sports Psychology is the rage for a good reason. Dr. Palmer is here to tell you what you can do to beat "The Wall," how to believe yourself into a great race and more. It's at 7 pm at the Good Food Store.

The Missoula Marathon Free Photo by HuHot

2010-06-27T09:30:00.003-06:00

Will the Free Photo be available again this year for finishers? Are you kidding? Of course! Be sure to stop at the HuHot Free Photo booth in the finisher's area to have your picture taken, then pick up the finished photo in Caras Pavilion. Extra staffing and equipment is on hand to efficiently handle what last year turned out to be a wildly popular souvenir of the Missoula Marathon event. All

Opportunity Resources and the Missoula Marathon Goody Bags

2010-06-26T21:39:00.003-06:00

Ever wonder who puts the goodies in your Goody Bag? Here are the Opportunity Resources employees hard at work, stuffing bags and getting you ready for Sunday, July 11th. Thank you, Opportunity Resources! You are the best!

Weather for the Missoula Marathon

2010-06-24T19:42:00.002-06:00

Anybody who has been watching the weather in our part of the world knows that it's been raining. The great news is that while it has been raining and greening everything up, the longterm forecast is to turn to Montana's seasonal sunny self. So by race day you can expect to enjoy typical Missoula summer weather, cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon.

Missoula Marathon Accepts Registrations Thru July 10

2010-06-24T19:36:00.002-06:00

There was an error in today's Missoulian stating that registrations will be accepted through Saturday (as in June 26th). Don't worry. The correct answer is that we accept registrations up through the EXPO on July 10th, just as stated on-line and in our other materials. If you have any questions about registering, don't hesitate to email Registration Director Vic Mortimer, vic@

Missoula Marathon Relay Update

2010-06-24T06:54:00.002-06:00

Hello Marathon Relay runners! This is your "How To Do The Missoula Marathon Relay." After much thought and deliberation, we have come up with a plan that allows you to have the most fun and with the least amount of traffic on the (already full) racecourse. We've also updated the fact sheet for you. Please go to www.missoulamarathon.org, click on Race Categories and Relay. Or click on this

Hilton Garden Inn hosts Delaware Runner for Missoula Marathon

2010-06-15T21:09:00.003-06:00

The Hilton Garden Inn has offered to host the room for Jess Manning, the Missoula Marathon's first runner from Delaware and the registrant that means there is a runner from every state in 2010. On another note, not only is Jess our 50th state for 2010, but he is the first runner we have ever had from Delaware! "We are happy to take care of him," said Tom Mazurek, general manager of the Hilton

Missoula Marathon Fills Delaware

2010-06-14T22:37:00.002-06:00

Jess Manning of Dover, Delaware registered today for the Missoula Marathon. The Missoula Marathon now has all 50 states represented for the July 11, 2010 event. This is the first time the Missoula Marathon will have all 50 states, so thank you, Jess Manning! Also thank you to all the other Delawareans who have considered participating in our event just to help the cause! We hope you all

Missoula Marathon Has a Winner! Jimmy Fallon's Cell Phone Shootout

2010-06-09T21:56:00.003-06:00

The Missoula Marathon has been a PROUD part of the Jimmy Fallon show for the last couple of months. For the Cell Phone Shootout part of the show, one of the potential prizes is a registration to this year's Missoula Marathon. Well, someone finally WON! See for yourself. Google Jimmy Fallon Cell Phone Shootout June 8 2010 and watch Part 2.