Running Wild | September 2020 |
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Run Wild Missoula Executive Director: Safety First |
Safety is at the forefront of every race directors mind. Typically that includes a route that avoids vehicle conflicts, dealing with dehydration and skinned knees, and being sure that no one gets lost. In 2020, we also have to consider how to minimize the risk of transmission of the Coronavirus.
As you know, we will be returning to in-person events and activities this month with the Diamond Dash, our Fall Trail Sessions and our Beginner Running 101 Class. You may be wondering how we intend to provide safe environments for these in-person events.
First off, these will all be taking place in outdoor spaces - taking advantage of good air circulation and sufficient room to spread out (i.e. social distancing.)
The Trail Sessions will be limited to 10 participants (per session) plus no more than 2 leaders. The Beginner Running Class will be limited to 22 participants and 3 class leaders. These numbers are well below the 50 person limit allowed under the Governor's Directive and the Missoula City County Health Order. Plus, we've developed a set of risk mitigation measures for these classes/sessions. To view those measures, go HERE and select the appropriate class.
The Diamond Dash (and October's Missoula Mile) were a bit more of a challenge. With more than 50 participants, it was necessary to work with the Health Department to develop a set of risk mitigation protocols. This resulted in a 7-page document that covers everything from packet pickup to sanitation of the portable toilets. To see our public facing COVID-19 Guidelines, go HERE for the Diamond Dash and HERE for the Missoula Mile.
These two races will also take place at venues where we can control the access and flow of participants within the event space - Ogren Park at Allegiance Field for the Diamond Dash and the UM Track at Dornblaser Field for the Missoula Mile.
Of course, we can't completely eliminate all risks associated with taking part in in-person events. But, in following these highly structured protocols, we believe that we are providing safe outdoor opportunities for our members and for the Missoula running and walking community.
Looking forward to seeing everyone, live and in-person, out on Missoula's roads, tracks & trails!!
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Member Spotlight: Jordan Krause
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Where are you from? What brought you to Missoula?
I am a born and raised Missoulian. I guess you could say that the lumber industry and water-softening brought my dad and mom’s families to Missoula, respectively, but I’ve been here most of my life (minus a few adventures to the East coast and Taiwan).
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Member Spotlight Nomination Form |
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Do you know someone from our Run Wild Missoula community that we should get to know better? With 1,600-plus members, we have a wealth of talent, passion, expertise, inspiration, and enthusiasm for running and walking among us.
Maybe it is someone who has been inspirational to you, achieved an insurmountable goal, demonstrated a courage to start (or re-start!), or clearly exemplifies the club's core values. Perhaps there is another reason?
If so, we'd like to hear from you! Simply complete the form on the Run Wild Missoula website.
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Do you have a burning question about running or walking? Maybe something that you've been wanting to ask about for days, months, or even years? Well, this is your chance to Ask a Coach!
We will take your question to the Coach best suited to answer your question. We have a wide variety of professionals on hand to answer nearly any question out there. Question about running gear? We can handle it. Question about nutrition for athletes? We can handle that too! Remember there is no such thing as a silly question. Go ahead and ask away!
Submitting a question is easy as pie! Simply click HERE to be redirected to our Ask a Coach submission form. The only thing that’s required is your question (your name and email is optional if you’d prefer to stay anonymous)!
Learn more about the Ask a Coach Program HERE
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RWM's Annual Meeting of the Members |
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You're invited to attend Run Wild Missoula's first ever Virtual Meeting of Members!
Event Details:
Event Date: Wednesday, September 16th
Event Time: 6:30 PM
Please RSVP by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, September 15th
The early bird gets the worm! RSVP for the Virtual Meeting of Members by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, September 9th to receive free RWM Swag.
Virtual Meeting Awards! You might notice that this year's award categories are a little different from our traditional award categories. But just like everything else this year, we have decided to keep up with the trend! We certainly hope that we can offer you our traditional meeting awards in 2021, but until then we ask that you consider the following categories:
- Think you had (or have) the best quarantine hair? Submit a photo!
- Did you acquire or adopt a quarantine pet? If so, share their name and picture!
- Did you undertake any epic quarantine running adventure? Tell us about it!
- What have you done to support our local community? Tell us how you #supportlocal!
- Nominate a Run Wild Missoula member as a COVID-19 Frontline Hero! (Nurses, physicians, mental health workers, other health care providers, essential workers, etc.)
All Run Wild Missoula Members are invited to participate. You can vote in one category or in all five! Nominations are due by 11:59 PM on Monday, September 14th.
Learn more about this year's Annual Meeting of Members HERE
RSVP & Award Nominations link coming on Thursday, September 3rd at 8:00 AM
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If you’re taking part in this year's Virtual Bloomsday 12K, we won’t be able to offer you the Bloomsday Bus (well, because you know…), but we’ve made 3 unique 12K routes in Missoula to help you reach the finish line of this classic race. We know that the 12K is a bit of an unusual distance, so we made it easy for you! Pick your favorite route, run or walk your chosen course, and have fun!
View the 3 unique 12K routes on our Strava page. Click HERE to be directed to RWM's Club Strava Page. Look under "Upcoming Events" for the Virtual Bloomsday Maps.
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The thirteenth annual Homecoming Hustle is going virtual! The Homecoming Hustle is the Grizzly Track & Field team’s fundraiser occurring every year on Homecoming weekend. In the past, the Homecoming Hustle has been a 5k road race that follows the Homecoming parade route. This year, to ensure the health and safety of Missoula, there will be a series of virtual challenges that will begin on Wednesday, September 23rd and end Sunday, September 27th!
Entry into the series is $16.00, and that includes a T-shirt and 1 raffle ticket. There will be two raffle baskets that include $75.00 Runner’s Edge gift cards, as well as Grizzly merchandise, gift cards, and coupons from local Missoula food favorites! Additional raffle tickets can be earned by completing challenges and can be purchased when signing up for the series.
We hope that you can participate in this virtual series to help support your Grizzly Track & Field team!
More details on the challenges coming soon, so keep an eye out on social media by following the Grizzly team Instagram account, @montanagriztf, and our facebook page, Montana Griz Track and Field.
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Tuesday Track: Seasonal Change of Location |
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Beginning Tuesday, September 22nd workouts will focus on cross country running in preparation for the traditional fall cross country season. If you plan on attending Tuesday Track this fall, please meet the group near the parking lot behind the SE corner of Dornblaser Stadium at 6:00 PM. Runners should warm up on their own before 6:00 PM with a 1/2 to 1 mile warm up and complete a post workout cool down on their own.
The Tuesday Track Location Change is in effect from September 22 - October 27, 2020.
Learn more about Tuesday Track HERE
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Saturday, October 3rd at 2:00 PM
Meet us at the Visitor Center at Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge (the Visitor Center is at the opposite end of Wildfowl Lane from the river trail parking area where we have met in the past). We will run or walk on Wildfowl Lane.
Due to Coronavirus precautions, the Fall BOP Social is limited to 25 participants. All participants must RSVP by Noon on Friday, October 2nd.
Please RSVP for the Fall BOP Social HERE
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We start with a distance of 4 miles and work up to 6 miles. Your pace doesn’t matter. Your goal will be to complete a 10K run, and our goal will be to inspire you to continue running as part of a fit, active, and healthy lifestyle. Once this class is over, you’ll find yourself running further than you ever thought possible!
Class will start on Saturday, October 24th at 8:30 AM and continues until the Autumn Amble Virtual Race in mid-November – with the opportunity to do the run in a group setting on Saturday, November 21st .
Participation in Beginner Running 101 is not required to participate in Beginner Running 102. This is a great class if you are looking for a group to run with.
What you get:
- Leadership, coaching & advice;
- Comprehensive Training Program to complete a 10K;
- Twice weekly group runs (Wednesdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 8:30 AM);
- Entry into RWM’s November Autumn Amble Virtual Race;
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Other fun people to train with; and
- Inspiration, motivation & FUN!
Registration will open on Thursday, October 8th at 8 AM. Class is limited to 22 participants.
Learn more about Beginner Running 102 HERE
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Upcoming Races at Run Wild Missoula |
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How are your tallies coming along for the 2020 Racemakers & Run Wilder challenges? Mark your calendars for these upcoming summer and fall events!
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Diamond Dash - In Person
September 12
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Step up to the plate and complete the Diamond Dash! Finish your run or walk at home plate and then stay around for a socially-distanced hang out in the ballpark. Enjoy a post-race brew and snacks with a close group of your friends or family. And, watch a slide show of past RWM race highlights on the massive video board.
This event is limited to 300 participants!
Location: Ogren Park at Allegiance Field
Distance: 5K / 3.1 Miles
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Missoula Mile - In Person
October 11
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Run Wild Missoula is excited to announce the return of the Missoula Mile on Sunday, October 11th! First ever track mile? No problem! Chasing an old PR? That’s cool too! Whatever your reason, no matter your speed, this in-person track event is bound to be epic.
This event is limited to 165 participants.
Location: University of Montana Track at Dornblaser Field
Distance: One (1) Mile
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Run for Missoula: Wicked Wander - Virtual
October 12-18
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Funds will be used to assist Physical Therapy students with opportunities to enhance their educational experience.
Distance: 3.1 Miles / 5K
Strava Route Coming Soon
Week to Complete: October 12th through 18th
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Here are the updated running statistics for our club through August 31st, 2020:
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So far, we have run 89,608.32 miles in 2020
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As a club, we are averaging 367.25 miles per day
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141 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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