Run Wild Missoula Executive Director:
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Be Better, Do Better
Like many of you, we as an organization have followed the #runwithmaud (Ahmaud Arbery) movement over the last couple of weeks. And, we have been evaluating how to comment on the situation within the context of Run Wild Missoula’s Mission and Core Values. (To see our mission and values, go
HERE
.)
One of our core values is the “Creation of a community of runners and walkers that encourages inclusion and acceptance of all ages and abilities”. Typically, most of us take that to mean something along the lines of “it doesn’t matter if you are 14 or 84, run a 5:00 mile or walk a 20:00 minute mile, you’re welcome here”. And, it does absolutely mean that. But, we think it should also mean something more.
As part of our Missoula running/walking/endurance community, inclusion and acceptance should also mean that you’re welcome regardless of your race; or, sexual orientation; or, religious beliefs; or, gender; or, disability.
Why should you only feel welcome in our club or safe when you recreate if you are a healthy, white, male. What about other genders? People of color? LGBTQ? Physical disabilities? Christian, Hindu or Agnostic? Really – why do any of these labels matter? In the end, we should strive to make labels fade away as we’re running side by side and entering the pain cave on the climb to the top of Jumbo. To make that happen, I challenge you to invite everyone to the party and to share our space.
Will there always be haters-that-hate? Probably. But if we in the outdoor, endurance community model good behavior, perhaps others will follow suit. Maybe someday love triumphs over hate and we don’t have to see another #runwithmaud.
On a related topic - For a discussion on racial issues within the running industry, listen to Episode # 197 of the BibRave Podcast – “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Ted Metellus”. Find it on Spotify
HERE
or click
HERE
for a list of all places where you can find the BibRave Podcast. Ted is a V.P. with the New York Road Runners and is widely considered to be one of the “thought leaders” within the running industry. It’s a good listen during your next run.
As for me, I’ll do my part to be better member of society while out on the roads, tracks and trails.
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COVID-19 Updates - Phase 2
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Beginning Monday, June 1st, 2020, Run Wild Missoula will modify it's current operations to reflect the Phase 2 recommendations and requirements set forth by Governor Bullock and the Missoula City-County Health Department.
The Run Wild Missoula office will have limited office hours Tuesday-Friday, Saturday Group Runs and Buddy Runs will be limited to a maximum of 25 members, and the Missoula Marathon Training Classes will continue virtually. Other group events such as Tuesday Track, Last Wednesday Beer Runs, BOP Socials, Training Class Celebrations, etc. are still under review.
Please click
HERE
to read our complete update
To read the Governor's Directive, go
HERE
. Click
HERE
&
HERE
for the Missoula City-County Health Department Order and related Appendix A.
All Run Wild Missoula COVID-19 updates can be found on the clubs
website
.
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Where is your favorite place to run in Missoula?
Luke:
Anywhere with Peyton, but I enjoy upper Blue Mountain. I have fond memories there, spent a lot of time working up for Hootenanny Relay and Elk Ramble there.
Peyton:
Blue Mountain. I did my first trail run there.
Do you know someone from our Run Wild Missoula community that we should get to know better?
Click Here to Nominate
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Spotting A "Female" in the Mountains
by Sara Boughner
"As I walked into a local coffee shop, I was excited to meet up with a good friend who loves to trail run and has stories from several adventures around the world. She was going to tell me about her most recent exploration of the Snowcrest Mountains, a small but stunning mountain range southeast of Dillon, MT. Describing her trip, she recounted a specific run that she did solo, then talked about how she ran into a hunter afterward. The hunter, a male, told her that he was following her with his spotting scope, and thought to himself, “I believe that is a female!” He described how surprised he was to see a woman running by herself in the wilderness."
Click
HERE
to continue reading
Spotting A "Female" in the Mountains
by Sara Boughner
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Thank you to Scott Davis for submitting this essay with us; and, for being so open about his journey. He’s hoping to be able to get it published elsewhere. If you have any suggestion for him about how best to go about that, please email him
HERE
.
Click
HERE
to read "Why I Run" by Scott Davis
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Registration is OPEN for the Missoula Virtual Race Events.
That includes the 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon. If you missed your chance to register the first time, this is your chance to get in on the fun! Registration will be open until 11:59 PM on June, 26th, 2020.
All Current RWM Members are eligible to receive a discount on the Missoula Virtual Events.
Make sure you enter your RWM Member ID at the time of checkout to receive your discount.
AND,
RWM Members who complete a Missoula Virtual Race & report their results will receive credit for their Racemakers and Run Wilder member benefits!
Not to mention, all registered participants will receive a custom Missoula Virtual Race Tee Shirt, a finisher medal, a print-at-home bib, and the ability to self-report your times to be included in our official results!
Don't forget about our official Missoula Marathon Merchandise!
Looking for something to commemorate your virtual race? Wanting some gear to motivate you to keep up with your training? Just love the Missoula Marathon brand? If so, make sure you check out our store!
Click
HERE
to visit the store
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Mark your calendars! Global Running is on Wednesday, June 3rd!
Although this year will look different than our usual Global Running Day Group Run and Pizza Party, Run Wild Missoula and The Runner's Edge still want to celebrate Global Running Day with our running and walking community!
So, we have a challenge for you.
Let's try to run a collective total of 603 miles in 24 hours.
Simply run or walk
ANY
number of miles anytime from 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM on Wednesday, June 3rd. It doesn't matter how fast or far you go. Run a lap around the block or take your dog for a walk. It's about having fun and being active!
Bonus!!
We will be awarding 3 participants with gift cards to local businesses!
Don't forget to share your run with us!! Tag @RunWildMissoula and @RunnersEdgeMT on Social Media and use the hashtags #LaceEmUp #MoreThanRun and #GlobalRunningDay
Even though the Coronavirus Pandemic has kept us apart for so long, we can still work together to achieve a common goal!
Let’s come together (virtually) and celebrate a day dedicated to our favorite activity.
Get ready, get set, RUN!!
Click
HERE
to submit your run on Wednesday, June 3rd.
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In recognition of National Trails Day, on Saturday, June 6th, Run Wild Missoula & Montana Trail Crew are encouraging you to help give back to our trails. As you recreate on Saturday, make an extra effort to clean up some Doggy Poo that was left behind. This may be one small action, but it can make a BIG difference!
It’s easy to participate in our On-Your-Own Plogging Event!!
Simply pick up
pre-bagged
Doggy Poo bags left on the side of the trail at places like Waterworks, Jumbo & the South Hills Spur as you are running, walking, or hiking.
Run Wild Missoula & Montana Trail Crew will provide garbage cans at the following trail heads:
- Orange Street (Waterworks/North Hills)
- Duncan Drive (Waterworks/North Hills)
- Cherry Street (Jumbo South)
- Barmeyer (South Hills Spur)
At the end of the day, we will pick up the garbage cans and dispose of the waste properly.
If you want gloves, Run Wild Missoula will have non-latex gloves available for pick up at the office on Thursday (6/4) and Friday (6/5) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
This event is not limited to Missoula's Trails! We encourage anyone, anywhere, anytime to pick up some Doggy Poo along your local trails. But please make sure you properly dispose of all waste!!!
Be sure to share your clean-up efforts with us on Social Media by tagging @RunWildMissoula and @MontanaTrailCrew and using the hashtags #LaceEmUp and #NationalTrailsDay
Do you need volunteer hours for a future trail race? Do you want your hours to count toward the RWM Volunteer Incentive Program? If so, please click
HERE
to log your hours.
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*While participating in Virtual Events and recreating outside, please practice good social distancing. Remain 6’ away from others, run or walk alone, run or walk earlier or later in the day, if somewhere looks too crowded - go somewhere else!*
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Here are the updated running statistics for our club through May 31st, 2020:
- So far, we have run 53,595.4 miles in 2020
- As a club, we are averaging 352.6 miles per day
- 132 of our members have recorded some or all of their miles in our database
Make sure you input running mileage for 2020 before
January 20th, 2021
to be eligible for your mileage club gift. Click
HERE
to log your miles.
Find out more information about the 1200/2000 Mile Club by
clicking here
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