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JANUARY 2010

January 1, 2009 Friday

TRI the New Year • Missoula The Missoula Family YMCA will host the 1st Annual ‘TRI the New Year’ Indoor Triathlon on New Years Day 2010!  This event will be held indoors and based on time.  The swim will be 8 minutes in the pool, the bike will be on LeMond spin bikes for 22 minutes and the run will be on the indoor track for 15 minutes.  Transitions between each event will be times as well.  The first wave will start promptly at 10 a.m. and consist of 8-12 participants.  Entry fees are $20.00 for members and $30 for nonmembers.  Register online at www.ymcamissoula.org/ or at the Welcome Center before Wednesday December 30th.  Please contact Dennis Bender, bender3_5377@q.com or 721-9622 for any questions or special requests.

11th NEW YEAR'S DAY FUN RUN • Thompson Falls, Come join the fun at the 11th annual New Year's Day Fun Run 2K or 5K Race/Walk! 11:00 am start, Place: Sherpa Cabins/ Mighty Fine T's parking lot, just east of Thompson FallsRegistration: Packet pick-up and Race Day registration begins at 9:00 am and ends at 10:30 am **Pre-registration: to Mighty Fine T's, Sarah Naegeli or Runner’s Edge by Dec 30 ***$15.00 with T-shirt, $4.00 without t-shirt **Late registration: $18.00 with t-shirt, $5.00 without t-shirt SHIRTS FOR LATE ENTRIES WILL BE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY Awards to top winners in nine age divisions (10 year age groups). Race will start promptly at 11:00 AM! Questions? Contact Sarah at 827-4887 or tfl4887@blackfoot.net Or Tim/Anders at the Runner’s Edge 728-9297. download the entry form: www.runmt.com/2010NewYearsDayFunRunEntry.pdf

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January 9, 2010, Saturday

HURL Fat Ass 50 km • Helena, Start/finish at 815 11th Ave, Helena, Montana. One 31 mile loop with 2,400 feet of ascent on frozen/snow-packed/icy paved or dirt roads. Relay options available include the two-person Half Ass Relay and the multi-person Skinny Ass Relay. Fat Ass rules apply: No fee, no aid or support, no awards, no wimps, no weenies, no whiners. Run at you own risk. Post race pot luck dinner. For more information, email mpmiller93@yahoo.com, or phone 459-6296

January Jingle Bell Jog • Polson,  We will be hosting a 5K walk/run along Hwy 35, starting at the Century 21 building on the corner of Hwy 35 and Hwy 93.  .  Fee is $15 and race time is at 10 am.  Please find more details and a registration form at www.polsonrunning.com.

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January 23, 2010, Saturday

CANCELLED- 2010 Montana Snowshoe Championships • BUTTE at Homestake Lodge, 10am Start Time, Registration on Active.com (http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1814996), Same day registration begins 8:30am Distances/Fees: The trail will include segments of groomed and ungroomed terrain. 10k- $25, $30 after January 9th (adults must do this to qualify for Nationals), 5k- $25, $30 after January 9th * More Info: www.homestakelodge.com or call Chris 406-585-8052 Prizes: Prizes and awards following lunch and completion of the race. Awards to overall Men and Women first, second, and third places.

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January 30, 2010, Saturday

12th Annual Frost Fever 5K Fun Run/Walk • Missoula, Race will take place on scenic trails around the Clark Fork River, start and finish will be held at McCormick Park, view map here http://www.mapmyrun.com/run/united-states/mt/missoula/940125720297097904. All participants will receive 50% off admission to Currents Indoor Aquatics Center during race weekend and a long sleeve t-shirt...sign up by early registration deadline to guarantee a shirt on race day. Stick around for great prize drawings after the race! All race proceeds benefit Missoula Parks and Recreation’s youth scholarship fund which provides underserved children and families the opportunity to participate in Parks and Recreation programs. Starts at 10:00am / Early Deadline & Fee:  5:00pm; Saturday, Jan. 23; $20 / Late Deadline & Race Day Fee: Jan. 24-30; $25 / Race Day Registration: 8:30-9:30 am, Saturday, Jan. 30 (not guaranteed a shirt on race day) / Cancellation Policy:  Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. / Bib & T-Shirt Pick Up: 4-6 pm, Fri. Jan. 29 or 8:30-9:30 am, Sat. Jan. 30, Currents Aquatics Center (McCormick Park). / Event Rules: Sorry, no dogs allowed. Strollers are welcome but will be asked to start towards the back. Walkers are always welcome...there is one stipulation...must complete race in 1 hour to qualify for official standings. / Age Categories: Male and Female; 12 & under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+, Walk-All Ages / Awards: given to first place finishers in each age category / Registration: Return the entry form (along with entry fee to Missoula Parks and Recreation (600 Cregg Lane, Missoula, MT 59801) or register on-line @ http://www.active.com/running/missoula-mt/frost-fever-5k-fun-runwalk-2010.

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January 31, 2010, Sunday

Powder Hound Winter Triathlon • Butte 9:00 AM Start,, 5K Run, 10K Mt. Bike, 5K XC Ski, Co-Sponsored by Homestake Lodge and The Bozeman Tritons Triathlon Team. Entry Fees by 1/17/10 (higher after that date): Individual $45, Team of Two $65, Team of Three $85.This event will be run at the Homestake Lodge; Montana's newest Cross Country Ski Center. The courses will be on the x-c ski trails and forest service roads. They will wind through woods, meadows and include some steep ascents and descents. Race Entry includes one trip through the Homestake Lodge Soup and Sandwhich Bar and a day trail pass. Showers available after the event, bring your own towel. Online Registration at: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1808207. Directions: Get off I-90 at Exit 233 and head to the south side of the highway overpass. Forest Service Road 240 begins at the cattle guard. Drive 3 miles and look for the Homestake Lodge Entry on the right after the power lines. Further info and entry form: www.homestakelodge.com or call 406-585-8052, email chris@homestakelodge.com

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FEBRUARY

February 13, 2010, Saturday

Froze Noze • Bozeman, Grant & 11th, 9:00, MSU Campus at the corner of S.11th & Grant. 1.1, 3 or 5.4 Mile options

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February 14, 2010, Sunday

Scrumpy Jack Scramble • Missoula, 9 a.m. start at Currents, McCormick Park, 2 person by 2 Mile Relay Race through McCormick Park along river trail, benefitting Hellgate High School Cross Country. $16.00 per team, before Feb. 2, then $20 team. Race Directors: Em Kendrick akendrick99@msn.com. Visit www.runwildmissoula.org for more information and the registration form. Big Dipper Ice Cream to all runners!

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February 20, 2010, Saturday

Frigid Digger Race • Butte, 10 a.m. MT Tech - Hell Roaring Gulch 3 mile & 7 mile Dirt Roads & Trails Cold and rugged hills behind Oredigger Campus. ENTRY FEE: Age 14 and Under - $5 Age 15 & Over - $15 ($20 after February 17, 2010) Entry Fee Includes long sleeve T-Shirt and Refreshments More info: buttespissandmoanrunners.com

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February 27, 2010 Sat.

31st Snow Joke Half-Marathon • Seeley Lake, 11:00 a.m.  13.1 mile lap around Seeley Lake on plowed roads. Icy patches likely. Registration Race Day Only, 8:45 to 10:30 a.m. Fee $10.00 ($5.00 if under age 20). T-Shirts extra, first come first serve, or reserve per web site.  For more info:  www.cheetahherders.com

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MARCH

March 13, 2010, Saturday

--- 2010 Run to the Pub • Bozeman, 10:00 AM start for half marathon; 10:30 AM start for 10K. A St. Patrick's Day celebration not to miss! Here is an early season 10K or Half Marathon to start your year off right. A mostly downhill course will get you prepped for meeting at the Pub after the race. All runners receive a mug, a T-shirt, and post-race party at the 317 Pub! Fees: $35 - 10K & Half, $40 day prior, NO race day registration. We will be giving away a trip for two to the Dublin marathon to one lucky runner; including airfare, three nights at a Dublin hotel and marathon entry fees. To be eligible, you don't need to win the Run to the Pub, you just need to finish. After the Run to the Pub, a drawing will be held to select the winner of the Dublin marathon trip. The Dublin marathon is October 25, 2010. For more information, please visit: http://pub317.com or call 406.580.0967. Runners may register online at www.active.com.

Third Annual SAINT PATRICK’S DAY DASH • Great Falls – 2 mile and 4 mile races. 10:00 a.m. race start on Saturday March 13th. (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. race-day number pick-up or day-of-race-registration.) $20 pre-registration cost if received before March 8th. Pre-registration fee includes a Saint Patrick’s Day Dash Race T-Shirt! The cost increases $5 if received after March 8th. The race starts at Heritage State Park (4600 Giant Springs Road) and ends at Giant Springs Park. The race is along the beautiful Missouri River on the River’s Edge Trail. All proceeds go to the University of Great Falls Cross-Country and Track Programs. Race Director: Jim Brewer 406-791-5928 jbrewer02@ugf.edu Race Brochures can be downloaded off the University of Great Falls Cross-Country Website at www.ugf.edu

2nd MARCH MELTDOWN • Polson. 5K and 10K walk/run starting at 10:00 am (9:00 am - 9:45 am same-day registration and packet pickup). Cost is $20 if received by February 27th. After that date the cost is $25. Pre-registration fee will include a March Meltdown technical running shirt! The race starts and ends at the Polson Sports Complex on 7th Avenue West. More details and registration forms are available at www.polsonrunning.com.

Running of the Leprechauns • Helena,  Don’t miss joining Eagle Mount Helena’s 2nd Annual Running of the Leprechauns!  Registration includes a leprechaun hat and t-shirt with Friday night torchlight Skiing of the Leprechauns at Great Divide and Saturday 3k & 5k races with Mall Dash downtown.  5K Timed Run and 3K Fun Run/Walk start at 11:00 a.m. with a Dash To The End Of The Rainbow (great for the kids) starting at noon  WHERE: Downtown Helena  TIME: Starts at 11:00 a.m. (before the St. Patrick’s Day Parade)  Preregister:  Capitol Hill Mall, across from Penney’s on March 6th  9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and all Valley Bank locations beginning February 16, 2010; Register at the Great Divide on Leprechaun Ski Night or on Race Day at 9:00 a.m. at the starting point (Old Federal Building)  Mail payment and registration form to: Eagle Mount Helena, 3400 Centennial Drive, Helena, MT 59601. Application: www.runmt.com/2010LeprechaunRun_regform2 _3_.pdf or For more information, contact 406-442-6103

Run for the Luck of It 5K • Missoula, 11:15 a.m., Start at Higgins and Pine before the St. Patrick's Day Parade. $18 / $16 for Run Wild Missoula members before March 5 and $20 / $18 for Run Wild Missoula members late / day of race. Post race food and drinks for participants provided by Sean Kelly’s: A Public House • Participants will become the proud owners of a sham-rockin’ beanie to keep the top o’ ye head warm. • Post race raffle and presentation of prizes for top finishers will begin at 12:30 pm. • Costumes, the wearing of the green, and Irish-influenced garb is highly encouraged—prizes will go to the most spirited participants! • Stick around for Missoula AOH’s 30th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade beginning at the Xs at noon. Race Directors: Jen von Sehlen jen.vonsehlen@gmail.com and Maggie Wescott mkwescott@gmail.com. Registration form at www.runwildmissoula.org or register at www.active.com.

30th Annual AOH St. Patrick's Race  • Anaconda, 3 mile & 6 mile on point-to-point downhill course. Sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Locker Room Bar. Busing provided to the start at 10:30 a.m. More info: http://buttespissandmoanrunners.com/Butte%20Races/AOH%20Run/aoh_st_pat's_race.htm.

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March 20, 2010, Saturday

Wheat Montana 5K • Missoula, 9am start, $14 race entry, includes free food and t-shirt, $16 race day entry fee.  Race starts at the Wheat Montana parking lot.  Proceeds to Missoula Aging Services.  Registration forms at Wheat Montana and Runners Edge.  1st place prize for overall male and female is a hotel room for Bloomsday.  Lots of other great prizes.  For info call Sara 546-1619.  Download application here: www.runmt.com/2010WheatMT5kapplication.pdf 

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March 21, 2010, Sunday

Race to Recovery • Missoula, 5k trail/road Starts @ Rattlesnake Elementry School Mountainview Rd. Missoula, Race Director: Ashley Mix, 529-0920

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March 27, 2010, Saturday

---- 2nd Annual Spring Fling Fun Run • Butte, non-competitive 1k & 5k - start/end at Silver Bow Montessori School, 1800 Sunset Road (behind Star Lanes Bowling Alley).  9:00 a.m. race day registration & preregistrant check-in; 10:00 1k "chase the Easter Bunny" fun run/walk start; 10:30 5k fun run start.  $10 entry fee for 1k participants, $15 entry fee for 5k participants.  Preregistration by March 1 guarantees t-shirt and goodie bag.  Proceeds from the race benefit the Silver Bow Montessori School as part of the annual Spring Fling Family Fun Day.  Stick around post race to enjoy Butte's only Easter egg hunt, games, food vendors, and more!  For further race information, contact Trilby Cox at silverbowmontessori_pto@hotmail.com.  Download application:  www.runmt.com/SBM_SpringFling_RegForm.pdf

Buttercup Run • Arlee, 11th Annual, a benefit for Arlee High School senior college scholarships fund. Increasingly popular spring run in the Jocko Valley, 5K, 10K run/walk, 1 mile fun run, medals for 1st 3 places, each run, age group, sex; prizes, raffle. T-shirts by local photographer Tony Hoyt. Races begin at Arlee High, 11AM, 10K race-walk @ 10:30 AM. See website for info, directions, maps, online form for registration: www.buttercuprun.com or contact Joe Weydt, arl3335@blackfoot.net, 406-726-3335.

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APRIL

April 3, 2010, Saturday

18th Run for the Trees • Missoula, The event includes a 5K Fun Run/Walk starting at 10AM OR 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk for all ages starting at 9AM Register by 3/28 to receive a shirt! All runners receive a free tree seedling to plant also. $20 Registration Fee (Late Fee: $25) Proceeds go towards planting and replacing trees in Missoula's parks and on boulevards. For more information contact Jason @ (406) 552-6271. Or register online www.active.com

April Fool Rush In Fun Run • Bozeman, There will be a 5k at 10 a.m. and a 1 Mile at 11 a.m. The race will be held at the East Gallatin Recreation Center and all proceeds benefit the Cancer Center in the Bozeman Deaconess Hospital. Anyone can come and race and the best costume (April Fools themed) will be rewarded! Our Group is the Bozeman Rotary Interact Club from the Bozeman High School. We have done auctions for the past few years- one of which we raise over $20,000 for the Cancer Center. We hope to continue our donations! If anyone has questions they can contact Mr. Dave Butd (our teacher advisor) at dave.budt@bsd7.org. You can sign up online at www.active.com or buy sending the registration (attached) to Mr. Budt at the Bozeman High School. Prices are: 5k= $20 before race day and $25 on race day. 1 mile= $10 before race day and $15 on race day. Visit our Facebook page: April Fools Rush In Fun Run Entry Form at: www.runmt.com/2010AprilFoolsRuchInRace.pdf

30th Annual Big Butte Challenge • Butte, 11K and 5K Run, 5K Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run, Start/Finish at World Museum of Mining (behind Montana Tech); Registration/Closing in HPER, All events begin at 9 a.m. Enjoy the  rugged trails and the historic beauty of the backroads in and around Hell Roaring Gulch,  a challenging cross country course of trails and hills.  Long Sleeve T-Shirts to all registered participants.  Race Day check-in 8:00 to 8:30 am.  Award to top finishers in each race (5/11K) male and female) and ribbons to top three places in each age group.  $15 adults, $10 children, except race day - $20 adults and $15 children.  Download entry form at www.butteymca.com. or call 782-1266 for more information and ask for Holly.

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April 11, 2010, Sunday

Spring Run-Off 5K • Missoula, 11:00 am start, $19.00 entry fee day of or pre-registered the same price.  Race starts at Big Sky High School and finishes on the track.  Proceeds to benefit Watson's children center and BSH Cross Country.  Four different colors of shirts to choose from.  Age group prizes and varied door prizes for all.  Food, drink, and proud runners and walkers at the finish.  Pick up registration forms at Runner's Edge or email Paul at pmarron@live.com

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April 17, 2010, Saturday

Superfun(d) Run • Bonner,10K, 5K and 1 mile fun run. Come celebrate spring, community and the new trails in Bonner at the 2nd annual Superfun(d) Run, on April 17th.  A 5K and 10K race will be offered, starting at 9:30am.  The 5K course is on a paved surface trail through Bonner, and the 10K course is partly multi use trail, and partly paved trail.  Registration is $15.00 (before April 9th) and then goes to $25.00.  Bonner School families can participate for $25.00 total.  Runwild Missoula members will receive a 10% discount.  The registration form can be found on www.runwildmissoula.org or by calling 258-2888.  Age group prizes and door prizes are included.  Race Director: Sue Furey tfurey@montana.com.

GrizzlyMan Adventure Race & Black Bear Challenge • Greenough, (near Missoula) 7 am. The 3rd Annual GrizzlyMan Adventure Race, brought to you by The Rocky Mountaineers, will take place at the 28,000-acre Lubrecht Experimental Forest & The Resort at Paws Up. Nestled in the mountains of western Montana, this combined 65,000-acre rugged landscape will provide a challenging venue to racers of all skill levels. Racers can compete solo or as 2 person teams (non-relay). GrizzlyMan Adventure Racers should expect 6-12 hours of trail running, cross country travel, whitewater paddling, navigation, and mountain biking. This is a United States Adventure Racing Association (USARA) sanctioned event with the top three coed teams qualifying for the 2010 USARA National Championships in Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania. The winning coed team will receive $400 towards their 2010 USARA National Championship registration. The Black Bear Challenge is a slightly less intense 2-4 hour course for racers interested in an introduction to adventure racing. The Black Bear Challenge will not include paddling or water navigation. Racers should expect trail running, cross country travel, navigation, and mountain biking. Technical shirt, spaghetti dinner, swag bag, and gear raffle for all registered racers. Please visit www.grizzlymanrace.com or contact race director Joshua Phillips at mtsurveyor@gmail.com for more details.

3rd annual Bust-A-Gut 5K • Missoula, Registration starts at 7:30 am (race day only) at the Oval on The University of Montana campus. Race fee is $10, which includes breakfast (before or after). Race begins at 9:00 am on the UM oval. The route continues from the oval over to and down the Kim Williams Trail to Orange Street and back. The corresponding Pancake Breakfast will be held at Christ the King Church on the corner of Beckwith and Gerald. Tickets for the Pancake Breakfast only are $5.00 or 4 for $15.00 (kids 6 and under eat free!). All proceeds go to UM Physical Therapy graduate student scholarships. For any questions contact benjamin.brooker@umontana.edu or lisa.richards@umontana.edu.

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April 18, 2010, Sunday

-- gASPing for AIR 5K Fun Run/walk • Missoula, 5K Fun Run near the University of Montana. Registration/check-in will begin at 10 am with the race beginning at 11:00 am. The purpose of this event is to raise community awareness about asthma. Money raised will be used to send children in the Missoula area with asthma to the Montana YMCA asthma summer camp. Race t-shirts will be available for early registrants and asthma education will also be provided during the event. The race registration tables and start location will be at the Southside River Trail (Kim Williams Trail) near the footbridge by the UM Campus. Early registrant fees: Adult with T-Shirt $15, Youth with T-Shirt $13, without T-Shirt $10. Late registrant fees (April 10th-April 18th): All $15 (T-shirt not guaranteed with late registration). Race awards and door prizes will be presented after the race! For more information or to register contact Marisa Schneider at (208) 651-0269 or marisaschneider1@gmail.com . Download application: www.runmt.com/2010gASPingForAirEntryForm.pdf

Run for the Earth 10k, 5k & 1mile • Bozeman, MT, start & finish will be in at Story Mansion located on the corner of Wilson & College.  Races begin at 10am. Race day registration will be from 8:45am-9:45am. Costs are $15 if register on or before April 15th.  Registration day of, or after the 15th will be $20 per participant.  T-Shirts with “Gallatin Earth Celebration” logo will be provided on Race Day to those who register before April 9th.  Shirts may have to be mailed to participants who register after the 9th.  The purpose of the event is to promote Earth Week and increase sustainable efforts at Montana State University & the city of Bozeman.  The 10k will include “hospital hill” and both the 10k and the 5k will include some trail running.  There will be 2 water stations on the 10k course and 1 on the 5k course.  For more information or to register contact Deb Crawford at 406-994-6653 or decrawford@montana.edu. To register online, go to http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1818985&assetId=fbbf8cd6-e98d-44dd-a697-7adb32d7ba84.

Rocky Mountain Bank Summit Classic 5K/10K • Kalispell, RunStarts at 1pm at the Summit Medical Fitness Center. The Summit Classic is a 5-Kilometer and 10 Kilometer Walk/Jog/Run community event on the paved streets and trails surrounding The Summit. All ages and all abilities are invited to participate. This is a competitive event for the whole family. Participants who cross the finish line will receive an accurate finish time and a Rocky Mountain Bank Summit Classic T-shirt. This event is a community gathering where people of all ages and abilities come together to test their fitness levels and enjoy a great run through the neighborhoods of Kalispell, Montana. There will be free massages and music to add to the fun!  Registration on race day is available but there is no guarantee that there will be shirts left. Register now at www.summithealthcenter.com  or stop by the summit and pick up a registration form today.

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April 24, 2010, Saturday

Wounded Warriors Project • Helena, 10K, 5K & 1 Mile event & Trifecta.  Capital High School Student Council is putting on a Wounded Warriors Project 10K, 5K and 1 Mile event.  We will start from Northwest Park across from Capital High School at 8:45 am, for the 10K, 10:00 for the 5K and 10:45 for the 1 Mile. You are welcome to run all three races if you would like the challenge!  All racers will receive a t-shirt for participating.  The proceeds will go to the Wounded Warrior Project.  This charity has helped our wounded veterans and their families with many outreach programs.  Please come and support our soldiers and their families!  Entry fee is $15.00 if you sign up by April 16th.  Day of race the entry fee will be $25.00.  Pick up shirts and numbers on the morning of the race 8:00 to 8:45.  Send in entry form to Jennifer Loomis, 100 Valley Dr., Helena, MT  59601.    Jennifer Loomis, 324-2599 or jloomis@helena.k12.mt.us Download entry form: www.runmt.com/2010WOUNDED WARRIORS RUN ENTRY FORM.pdf

38th Riverbank Run • Missoula, 1-Mile Fun Run • 5K • 10K • Trifecta, Race Schedule: 9 a.m. 10K start, 10:30 a.m. 5K start, 11:25 a.m. Trifecta 1-mile segment start, 11:35 a.m. 1-Mile Fun Run. The Start : Higgins & Broadway. More info & Registration on-line at ymcamissoula.org or at the YMCA(3000 S Russell St). 

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MAY

May 1, 2010, Saturday

Bozeman Spring Run-Off • Bozeman,   5K  Starts and ends by the Lindley Center, located at the corner of E. Curtiss Street and E. Olive Street.  For more information visit www.bozemanspringrunoff.weebly.com.

Vigilante Mile • Helena, 1 mile race starts at 9:00 am at the S. entrance of the State Capitol, on the 1300 block of Lockey.  New in 2010, the Vigilante Mile will be Helena’s first competitive off-track mile (runners of all speeds welcome).  The race consists of a single loop around the Capitol Complex on a sidewalk-like fitness path.  The course will be accurate, scenic, well-marked, and interesting, and should lend itself to some pretty quick times.  The mile is being organized by the Helena Vigilante Runners for the purpose of raising funds for the new historical society building.  This is a no-frills event, allowing us to keep race entries at just $10.  Registration begins at 8:30.  Results will be available promptly.  For planning purposes, RSVPs from potentially interested runners are appreciated. Contact:  Patrick Judge, pljudge@bresnan.net, 406/459-5838, www.vigilanterunning.org Map:  http://www.mapmyrun.com/run/united-states/mt/helena/643126996858287290

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May 2, 2010, Sunday

Bloomsday • Spokane, Wa. The annual migration of Montana runners. The ONLY non Montana race posted on this website.. Registration open... www.bloomsdayrun.org

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May 8, 2010, Saturday

29th Annual Montana Women’s Run • Billings, 2 Miles or 5 Miles…Run or Walk…all are timed with chip timing from Championship of the Rockies. Last year almost 7,000 women of all ages hit the streets on the day before Mother’s Day in mutual pursuit of health and fitness, camaraderie and medals! We gave over $60,000 back to the community divided among the Billings YWCA, Billings Clinic Women’s Wellness Fund, Billings Family YMCA, and scholarships at both Rocky Mountain College and MSU-Billings. Top 3 finishers in each race, as well as Masters and Super Masters (60+) receive special awards. Medals are 5 deep in 5-year age groups up to 90+. RRCA State Championship for women in the 2 Mile and 5 Mile Open, Masters and Grand Masters (50+). All entries receive a long sleeve, specially designed t-shirt. See our website. Entry fee is $17 online at active.com or $19 by mail or walk in (cash or check). $2 extra for XXL. Fee goes up by $5 on Thursday May 6. Online entry closes Friday, April 30th at 11 pm. No Race Day registration. Free Getting Started Clinics March 15 – May 3 at Rocky Bowl or Lockwood School. Free Kids’ Run May 4, 6:00 pm at Rocky Bowl.Pasta Night dinner May 7, 6:30 pm at MSU-Billings Student Union Ballroom…reservations a must by Wednesday, May 5, $10 each. Headquarters does not open until Monday, May 3. Please see our website for all the information: www.womensrun.org

The Don't Fence Me In • Helena, 30K, 12K & 5K Trail Runs, 7:30, 10:00 & 10:30 AM, respectively. A non-competitive 5K dog walk will start at 10:45. Start/finish area near Anchor Park. This is a fund raiser for the Prickly Pear Land Trust and its work to preserve open space in the Helena area. T-shirt for all entrants. “May we all have trails to run on 4ever!!!” Contact: Martin Miller, mpmiller93@yahoo.com, 406-459-6296. Register online at: http://www.pricklypearlt.org/

Great Northern 5K Fun Run and Walk with 1-Mile Kids Sprint • Kalispell. On the Great Northern trail near temporary Meridian trail start at the intersection of Highway 2 and Appleway Drive. Visit www.gn5k.com for registration and additional details or e-mail greatnorthern5k@gmail.com. This is a fundraiser for the Rails to Trails of NW Montana.
Leanne Anderson Race Director

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May 15, 2010, Saturday

Herron Hustle •  Kalispell -- 9:00 a.m. –-5.5 mile trail race benefitting Foys to Blacktail Trails (www.foystoblacktailtrails.org).  There will also be a kid race this year for the first time.  This challenging course is all trail – partially double track and partially single track.  More information and registration at www.herronhustle.com

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® • Helena, 6th Avenue, State Capitol, 5K run/walk starts at 10:00 a.m., 1 mile fun run/walk starts at 10:15 a.m.  New course for 2010!  Online registrant fees (through May 10th): Adult $25, Survivor $25, Child (0-17) $10. Late registrant fees:  after May 5th, add $5.  Register by mail, online at www.komenmontana.org  or in person at the Capital Hill Mall (near JCPenneys) in Helena, Thursday May 13th 4 – 8 p.m., Friday May 14th 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., and at the State Capitol, Saturday May 15th 7 a.m. – 9 a.m.  Race t-shirt, bib and lapel pin are available for pick-up at the Capital Hill Mall during registration hours.  Complimentary food and beverages available to all race participants following the race (wear your bib!)  Race awards and breast cancer survivor recognition ceremony after the race.  Please visit our website at www.komenmontana.org for more information or to sign up.  All proceeds from the Race for the Cure are dedicated to the fight against breast cancer, with 75% of the money raised staying in Montana. 

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May 16, 2010, Sunday

Run Whitefish WAG Race • Whitefish at the WAG Park (dog park - by the Armory in Whitefish), 11:00 am start, 15K race, 4 mile and 1.5 mile fun run. 15k will be USATF certified. This is a benefit race for the Hugh Rogers WAG Park. T-shirts for 15k and 4 mile included with registration. Food from Sally's Bakery & Deli included for all registrants and $5 for anyone else. Awards for 15k and raffle for all other participants.Matthew Smeltzer, Run Whitefish, 406-212-2842 wagrace.runwhitefish.org

3rd Annual North Avenue Road Mile • Missoula 11:00 am.  Each of the two heats of races start at Big Sky High School and head west on North Ave and back to the school. Very flat and fast.  $15.00 before day of race; $18.00 entry fee day of-race.  Over all male and female prizes. Age group prizes.  $50.00 best costume prize.  Lots of door prizes.  Four different shirt colors to choose from.  Walkers and runners welcome.  Proceeds to benefit Watson Children Center and BSH Cross-Country.  Email pmarron@live.com for registration form 

On the Move • Cut Bank, Fun Run/Walk, 1 Mile and 5 K.  2:00 pm start at the Cut Bank Town football Field * A service learning project sponsored by Cut Bank Middle School * Race Day Registration 12:30 pm to race time.  Cost $15 includes shirt for the first 50 registrants.  Route will be in town beginning and ending at the football field.  Fabric Markers available to dedicate your run.    Door Prizes after the event.  Walkers and runners welcome. Proceeds go to Region 5 Health Care, providing health care screening to those in need.  Contact Becky Kimmet 873-4421 or 339-2135 for more information. Download Application: www.runmt.com/applicationwithlogo.pdf

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May 22, 2010, Saturday

--- CMB's Peet's Hill Hustle • Bozeman, 5K and Kids Runs. 8am start for the Kids Runs (.5K and 1Mile), 8:30 start for the 5K. 5K - $20 Pre-registration, $25 race-day registration. Kids Runs - $10. The races will be staged at the Bozeman Public Library on Main Street in downtown Bozeman. The course combines roads, trails, and grass, and provides some of the most beautiful views in Bozeman, including those from Lindley Park, Burke Park, and Peet's Hill.  Good competition, a beautiful course, a fun event for kids, fantastic AWARDS and door PRIZES, and all for a good cause, the Children’s Museum of Bozeman.  Register in person at the Children's Museum of Bozeman (202 S Willson Ave), online at www.active.com, or by mail.  Registration form available on www.runmt.com/2010PeetsHill.pdf or at www.cmbozeman.org.  Race day registration 7:00 - 7:45am.  For more information, contact the Children's Museum of Bozeman at (406)522-9087.

Evaro Mountain Challenge • Evaro, 5K & 10K Runs & Walks, Starts at 10 AM, except 10K walk at 9:30. Entry:  $8/$22 if postmarked by May 14 ($22 includes T-shirt), $10/$24 race day, family (3+) $20 excluding t-shirts in advance only. Location:  Mile 7 on Hiway 93N (Evaro) Online Entry Form> www.runmt.com/EvaroRaceEntry.pdf or for more info call Montana's running legend Race Director : Bob Hayes at 726-3695 http://racemontana.com/

“Shaping Our Community” Fun Run & Bike • Havre, 1 mile, 5k, 10k runs & 20 mile bike options. active-planet will host the 3rd Annual “Shaping Our Community” Fun Run & Bike Saturday, May 22nd starting at the Eagles Campground in the beautiful Bears Paw mountains South of Havre, MT. This race includes 1 mile, 5k, and 10k runs as well as a 20 mile bike option. The event will include music, snacks, beverages and each participant will receive a T-shirt. This community event is open to everyone. Please come walk, run, bike or skip – whatever gets you outside and moving. For more information, please contact Dana at danapyette@gmail.com.

The PEAK Missoula Triathlon • Missoula 500 yard swim - 12.4 mile bike- 3.1 mile run. Beginner, elite and Peak employee heats! All abilities welcome! Ages 15 and up! Registration opens February 2nd. Heats start at 8 AM at The Peak Health and Wellness Center 5000 Blue Mountain Road, Missoula, Registration opens February 2nd. For more information, go to www.peaktri.com Email info@peaktri.com

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May 29, 2010, Saturday

Children's Health River Run • Livingston, Sacagewea Park, 9 AM start, 5K and 10K races and children's fun run. Race Director: Scott Coleman 406 223-6559, pjdscoleman@hotmail.com Entry Form: www.runmt.com/2010RiverRunEntryBlank.pdf

Run For the Rivers • Bozeman, 1 mile kids run, 5K and 10K trail run/fundraiser Our website is www.runfortherivers.com

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