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Race the Reserve registration extended

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , on October 7, 2020| Leave a Comment »

Deb Smith is working overtime to make a virtual edition of Race the Reserve a reality. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Deb Smith is so nice, she’s giving you extra time.

The force of nature Wolf mom behind this year’s Race the Reserve has stretched the deadline for registration until 11:59 PM, Sunday, Oct. 11.

The popular running event, which normally offers a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, all stretched across Ebey’s Prairie, will be a virtual event this time.

With an ongoing pandemic, organizers were unable to get permits for an in-person race.

Race the Reserve is the biggest fundraiser for Coupeville’s Class of 2021, though, so Smith and Co. are plowing ahead as best as possible.

Step up and pay your $45 to be an official participant in this once-in-a-lifetime (we hope) virtual event, and you’ll still get a race bib, T-shirt, medal, and swag bag as in years past.

All proceeds go towards a safe, drug and alcohol-free graduation night party next spring.

 

To register, pop over to:

https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Coupeville/RacetheReserve

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Run for a good cause

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , on October 2, 2020| Leave a Comment »

The race must go on. Just not in person.

With the ongoing pandemic, Race the Reserve, the biggest fundraiser for Coupeville High School’s graduating class, has shifted to being a virtual event this year.

You pick a route (5K, 10K, half or full marathon), pay $45, and you’ll still get a bib, T-shirt, medal, and swag bag.

All proceeds go towards a safe, drug and alcohol-free graduation night party for the CHS Class of 2021 next spring, and you still have a week left to register.

The cut-off is Oct. 10, so get movin’.

 

For more info and/or to sign up, pop over to:

https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Coupeville/RacetheReserve

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Race the Reserve moves to October

Posted in Running, tagged , , , , on May 2, 2020| Leave a Comment »

Race the Reserve is moving from summer to fall.

The running event, which operates as a fundraiser for the next graduating class at Coupeville High School, has been bumped from August 8 to October 11.

The decision, which was announced Friday, came after Washington state Governor Jay Inslee issued new directives in the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under those orders, there are four phases for how the state will be reopened.

Gatherings of 50+ people and large sporting events, both of which describe Race the Reserve, are part of the final phase.

When it is held, the event offers runners a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and marathon relay.

Proceeds will go to fund a safe and sober graduation night celebration for the CHS Class of 2021.

Race organizers understand the date change may not work for some, and that there may still be concern about participating in group activities, even at a later date.

They are offering additional options to those who have registered, if they choose not to participate in the live event.

Runners can transfer to a virtual event, and will still receive a medal and shirt, as well as a refund covering the financial difference between the live and virtual races.

Information on the virtual event is being worked on, and will be updated soon.

If runners choose not to participate in either event, their entry fees will be fully refunded.

Race organizers are also working on new guidelines for the start/finish line and aid stations to ensure further safety precautions are in place.

For more info contact racethereservewhidbeyisland@gmail.com or check the event’s website at http://racethereserve.com/.

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Race the Reserve in limbo

Posted in Running, tagged , , , , on March 21, 2020| Leave a Comment »

To race or not to race? That is the question.

As the coronavirus pandemic sweeps across the world, sporting events continue to fall off the schedule.

For now, at least, this summer’s edition of Race the Reserve remains as a possibility.

The event, which features a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K, and marathon relay, is set for August 8.

It’s a major fundraiser, with proceeds going to provide a safe and sober graduation night celebration for Coupeville High School.

Event organizers issued a statement Saturday saying they will make a decision on the viability of the event by July 1.

“We are very aware of the health concerns surrounding the spread of the coronavirus,” the statement said. “While we don’t want to spread fear, we also want to be responsible.

“Local and national information changes daily, and is being monitored very closely. We are grateful to have more time for planning ahead than some other events have had.

“It is heartbreaking to know so many of our friends around the world and at home are suffering from illness and economic hardship. It is important to us to contribute to the solution and not the problem.”

If the virus is declining by July 1, organizers plan to hold Race the Reserve as planned, with participants receiving a shirt, medal, race support, and official chip time on a USATF-sanctioned course.

But, if things are the same or worse at that time, the event will be cancelled.

In that case, organizers would design a virtual running event to replace the live one, and will determine the best way to distribute medals and shirts.

There is normally a push to have people register as early as possible, but runners are being cautioned that they can wait this year.

“If you are not comfortable with these possibilities, please don’t register until after July 1st,” organizers said.

“We are all in this together. Thank you for your patience as we work for the best outcomes, given our circumstances.”

 

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Whidbey Island Marathon postponed

Posted in coronavirus updates, Running, tagged , , , , , on March 16, 2020| Leave a Comment »

The Whidbey Island Marathon, scheduled for April 19, has been postponed.

The move was announced Monday.

The official release:

Greetings –

The Whidbey Island Marathon has always prized itself on showcasing the natural beauty of Whidbey Island while promoting an engaging, healthy lifestyle that brings our community together.

Additionally, Marathon Weekend brings thousands of visitors to support our local hotels, restaurants, stores and other small businesses in Oak Harbor and throughout Whidbey Island.

With the safety of our runners, residents, businesses, and visitors foremost in mind – Due to COVID-19 and the state mandates on crowd size limitations, the 2020 Whidbey Island Marathon will be postponed to a later date this year.

We are currently working with our event partners, city agencies, state parks and WSDOT to determine a new date.

The safety of all residents, participants, volunteers, sponsors and race officials is paramount and we appreciate your understanding while we navigate this challenging situation.

Once a rescheduled date has been set – we will reach out with the different options available for deferrals, rescheduling and more detailed instructions.

Please allow us some time working with our partners to get these plans in place so we can provide you with specific, detailed information.

We know you’ve been training hard to accomplish your goals and we wish we could see you at the finish line next month, but the safety of our participants, volunteers, spectators and residents is of utmost importance.

Please stay safe, practice social distancing, wash your hands and of course…KEEP RUNNING!

Don’t let this event or any other event being paused be the downfall of the training you’ve already put in.

Get outside, continue to train, keep achieving your fitness goals and stay healthy.

Share your accomplishments, stories and pictures with our running community.

We will see you soon runners!

– The City of Oak Harbor & The Fizz Events Race Team

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