Running for a cause on Hood Canal

Hood Canal area road & trail Runs

Road and trail running may both have "run" in the name but comparing time and challenges between the two is akin to comparing oysters with clams. The obstacles present on trail, and the variation in the grade make holding a consistent pace impossible. What these events do have in common is they all celebrate the natural beauty of the fjord & help support great causes that benefit our communities!

Quilcene Oyster Races

Sunday, September 16 | 151 E. Columbia Street, Quilcene | $60/$40/$30, quilraces.com to register

Run or walk the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races that wind through the forests and farmland overlooking Quilcene Bay. Race routes cross the Little Quilcene River (with salmon spawning below), and pass by hood Canal views. Race proceeds benefit Quilcene-Brinnon Dollars for Scholars, which provides scholarships to high school seniors and college undergrads, and Count Me In For Quilcene, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the Quilcene community.

The races begin and end at Worthington Park, site of the newly restored Victorian-era Worthington Mansion. Stop by the mansion and check out the amazing work a team of skilled volunteers has done to restore it and attend a free concert featuring Joy in Mudville (Roots Rock/ Americana band). Complimentary serving of local oysters and craft beer (21+) for participants. Half Marathon and 10K are USATF sanctioned and certified. Great scenery, awesome volunteers, and support for good causes make this a "can'tmiss" event! Details at www.QuilRaces.com.

Traveler Trail Run

Saturday, September 29| Skokomish Park , Lake Cushman 7211 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport $39/$49, hoodcanalevents.com to register

The Traveler Trail Run celebrates the end of summer on Hood Canal and supports the Olympic National Park. The race is hosted along the trails of Skokomish Park Lake Cushman a recreational area that borders the Olympic Mountain range and covers over 500 acres with 41,500 feet of freshwater shoreline on Lake Cushman.

Beat the rush, grab race details and a bite & taste some amazing local spirits while socializing with other participants. Packet Pick-up will be available on Friday September 28, 2018 between 5 PM-7 PM at The Hardware Distillery, 24210 US Hwy 101, Hoodsport, WA. 98548. If you are unable to attend the early packet pick-up, packet pick-up will be available on race day Saturday, September 29, 2018 between 8:30 AM-9:30 AM. Participants receive race bib, timing chip and goodies from sponsors, as well as a locally prepared bite and cold beer or n/a beverage at the finish line. Register online at hoodcanalevents.com.

Shuck & Share 5K Run

Sunday, October 7 | 8:00 AM Huff and Puff Trail, Shelton $25/$30 (15 years +), register pud3.org/run

Get your appetite revved up for more oysters! The 5K Run coincides with the Washington State Seafood Festival –OysterFest! All profits support Project Share, an assistance program helping hundreds of low-income families with their electric bills. Registrations receive a swag bag which includes race day socks and an OysterFest ticket. Register by July 31st to guarantee socks! Race Day Registration $30.00, registration 6:30 - 7:30 AM. If you have questions about the Shuck & Share 5K Run, contact Wendi or Diane at PUD 3 at 360-426-8255.