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As a small volunteer-run nonprofit, the ability to manage a race with COVID-19 measures is beyond our current capacity. So, instead we’re making the Fall Flash a virtual 5k and 10k! The twist is that all runners will be entered into raffles for prizes. Entry fees will go towards purchasing prizes locally in efforts to support local businesses which have struggled through the pandemic.
Register here: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=79407
Palouse Road Runners and our board members believe in the power of running to bring us together in common humanity; however, we recognize that there are injustices that need to be addressed before this can happen. As an organization, we strongly stand in solidarity with BIPOC (black, indigenous, and people of color) communities and condemn racism and inequality which has for far too long stood as a barrier for our running community to be accessible to and inclusive of all. Following the murder of Ahmaud Arbery while running in his neighborhood, and so many others slain in outdoor spaces where they should feel safe, we pledge to support and listen to our BIPOC club and community members, and to educate ourselves to be better – as leaders, colleagues, friends, and advocates. We also pledge to improve diversity in our sport and to look for avenues to bring the life-changing impact of running to all those who are interested.
Palouse Road Runners welcomes all those with an interest in running and a healthy lifestyle in the Moscow/Pullman community and beyond to our races and events where we strive to foster an inclusive environment for all individuals that PRR engages. Many aspects of the running community are overwhelmingly dominated by white runners. We see that we must do better to foster inclusive space and make active changes to our programming in order to reach out to both underrepresented members of our community and those who might interact with the club through races and other events. We acknowledge that everywhere we run in this country is on land stolen from Indigenous people and that outdoor spaces, trails in particular, are often unwelcoming or inaccessible to members of the BIPOC community. We have created a small group task force within our board to address ways that we as a club can promote safety, access, and inclusion in the spaces we occupy as an organization and for runners in our community in general. This group is also tasked with developing a comprehensive club diversity statement based on PRR’s mission. We invite our membership to stay tuned for ways to be involved in this effort as it unfolds and matures.
On this, Global Running Day, PRR publicly commits to growth and positive change. We look forward to improving our club with our current membership and widening our reach to share a love of running with those who may not have previously felt welcome. Diversity is key to advancement and we hope you will join us in solidarity and action in moving forward to increase access and equity in running on the Palouse.
With all the uncertainty around COVID-19, it feels like our lives have been turned upside down. We’re still able to run, but not in groups and races are being canceled left and right. We thought we would share some updates with regards to PRR goings-on.
Snake River Canyon medals – these are on the way, but COVID-19 restrictions are slowing down every aspect of this. If you finished the race look for an email to update your address. We will be trying to figure out the best way to get them out to people.
Palouse 100k – CANCELLED – if you already registered a team, you should receive a refund check shortly. There are currently no plans to reschedule this event.
Summer Series – On hold for now – we cannot promote gathering in groups, even for these informal runs. If situations change, we will put out more info.
Workouts – still happening, but by yourself – Work-outs are being posted to our Facebook group so take advantage of these and post pictures!
Virtual races – lots of companies are putting on virtual races (to be run by yourself), so feel free to share any that you come across in our Facebook group.
PRR Board – we’re working on revising our bylaws, thinking through communication strategies, and brainstorming ideas for future events.
Fall races – Moscow Mountain Madness and Fall Flash – these are currently still happening but keep an eye out for updates in the coming months.
Keep on running, hiking, biking. Our virtual connections can help us get through this, even when we can’t run together - stay connected to by joining our PRR Facbook group.
With regret, we are canceling the 2020 race due to concerns over COVID-19. We hope you will join us next year.
Please bear with us as we process full refunds for participants. Team captains please watch for an email about refunds and deferrals.
Photos courtesy of Seaport Striders and Romney Hogaboam. For more photos check out our Facebook group.
Congratulations to all those who braved the rain to race the Snake River Canyon Half. It is always a great race to kick off the spring racing season. Many thanks to everyone who helped make the event happen, we could not do it without you.
The Palouse Road Runners are hosting a night of trail running films. Featured this year are The Source, which follows elite runner Courtney Dauwalter at the Tahoe 200, and Leadman: The Dave Mackey Story. Beer and wine will be available for sale. Admission is free but a donation would be appreciated.
Join us for a 10K (6.2 mile) race or a 5K (3.1 mile) fun run. There is also a free 1k kids run through Mountain View Park. There are prizes for the most colorful costume, so be like The Flash and don your most colorful running apparel!
Register online at Ultrasignup.com: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=69704. There is no registration on the day of the race!
10k – $15
5k – $12
Kids run is free - sign up day of race only
Shirts are NOT guaranteed after 9/22/2019!
Unfortunately we cannot offer refunds unless the event is cancelled.
Courses
10K: Clockwise loop on paved and gravel roads over rolling hills, leaving from Mt. View Park, out Mt. View Road to W. Twin – Herington – Moscow Mt. Road, then reconnecting with Mt. View Road to finish. Look out for the hills on Herington!!
5K: Flat and fast — out and back on 10K course; turn around is at W. Twin Road.
We at Palouse Road Runners want you to find your running community - those that will go the miles with you, that will get early to run and push you to be better.
By joining PRR, you won’t just find your running community but much more including:
10% off running gear at Tri-State
10% off running gear (shoes, socks, apparel, packs, gels, etc.) at Hyperspud Sports
10% off running gear at Runners Soul Spokane
Discount on all PRR race entry fees
Join in November, you will receive a free Palouse Road Runners singlet/tank. Hurry and register before the registration for the Snake River Half opens.
