Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

EVENT INFOMRATION: HOKA 29th John Payne XC invite. Click here for meet information. Races will include:

• 8:45am Community Open 5k

• 9:30am 1.5mi Community Youth Race (Clubs) and Unaffiliated WIAA Elementary/Middle School - Boys and Girls

• 9:50am 1.5mi Affiliated WIAA Middle School - Boys and Girls

Feel free to stick around after the race and watch area high school runners take part in the John Payne XC Invite until 4pm!

LOCATION: Chambers Bay Golf Course at 4800-4850 Grandview Dr W, University Place, WA 98466.

TIMING CHIPS: Only athletes who are competing can pick up their own timing chip.  No timing chips will be included in team packets.  Timing chips can be picked up next to the registration area near the finish line starting at 8am on race day.  Arrive at least 75-minutes prior to the start of your race to pick up your bib and chip. Upon receiving your bib, and relax until we begin our warmup, at approximately 50-minutes before the start of the race.

COURSE MAP: Click here. Our team canopy will be placed to the left of the finish line.

PARKING (from meet director): Any spectator vehicles that are not carpooling with three or more people will need to park at Curtis High School (8425 40th St. W, University Place WA) and take a 7-minute shuttle bus to the course (running from 7:30am until 5pm).  There will be NO TEAM OR SPECTATOR ACCESS through the Chambers Bay Golf Course entrance.  All team vehicles and carpooling spectator vehicles will park in the gravel lot just north of the start area or in the lot south of the course.  Entrance to this parking area is not through the main entrance to Chambers Bay Golf Course, instead it is via an access road down the hill on Chambers Creek Road near the Chambers Creek Wastewater Plant. The address that directs you to the access road is 10298 Chambers Creek Road West, University Place, WA 98466. Team buses, team vans, and carpooling spectators will all enter on this route.  Team buses will turn right just before entering into the gravel parking lot to park in the large paved area south of the main spectator parking lot.  If/when this lot fills up, other buses will need to do a drop off and pick up. Please share with your bus drivers.  Below is a map of the parking area for your information:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ski5c7U9ZpDreMzenXaMXIwNS-xsY4U_/view?usp=sharing 

The only vehicles allowed to enter the park through the main public entrance are those dropping off athletes (and not parking) and vehicles with ADA parking permits.  These vehicles should enter Chambers Creek Park via the main entrance by the golf course and ADA vehicles should park in the ADA spots closest to the park. 

Please share this with your team families. They will not know this information unless you tell them.  Please also encourage them to arrive early to give themselves enough time to find parking and ride the shuttle. Electronic signage and volunteers at the top and bottom of Chambers Creek Road will communicate the parking expectations, but it is very important that you share this information with your teams and families so we don’t have a lot of people caught by surprise.

WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, towel, and an extra change of clothes for after the race if you feel it is necessary.

Restrooms (port-a-potties) will be available at the venue.

DINNER: We have a large group reservation at Grazier Restaurant (Italian) on Saturday at 6pm - arrive no later than 5:45pm. Please RSVP to Joy Jiras’s post on SportsYou if you and/or your family/child can join us.

EVENT INFOMRATION: West Seattle Road Runners Rust Buster. Click here for meet information. Races will include:

• 10:00 Course Walk Through

• 10:30 6 and under G/B (800 meters)

• 10:50 7-8 Girls (1 mile)

• 11:10 7-8 Boys (1 mile)

• 11:30 9-10 Girls (1 mile)

• 11:50 9-10 Boys (1 mile)

• 12:10 11-12 Girls (1 mile)

• 12:30 11-12 Boys (1 mile)

• 12:50 13-14 and 15-18 Girls (3K)

• 1:20 13-14 and 15-18 Boys (3K)

• 1:50 Parent/Coach race & Open Adult (1 mile)

RACE START TIME: click here to view all start times (varying) and general meet info (including maps).

LOCATION: Lincoln Park (Seattle, WA). Click here to see a Google Map pin. See park map and canopy location below.

TRAVEL INFORMATION: Lincoln Park (Seattle, WA) is located in the heart of Seattle.

LODGING: Most families will likely drive to Chambers Bay on Saturday morning for the HOKA John Payne meet, then continue north toward Seattle or West Seattle. While families may stay where it most accommodates them, here are a couple of options:

• Cedarbrooke Lodge, 18525 36TH AVENUE SOUTH, SEATTLE -

• Best Western, 14632 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue

• Home2 Suites by Hilton, 380 Upland Drive, Tukwila, WA

DINNER: Pending numbers and convenience, we will aim to have a team dinner on Saturday night (if it works out).

WHISPER RUNNERS: Arrive at least 75-minutes prior to the start of your race to get your race bib from Coach Dave, and relax until we begin our warmup, at approximately 50-minutes before the start of the race.

PARKING: Parking lot along SW Fauntleroy Way.

WHISPER RUNNERS: Once at the tent, put on your race bib (on the front of your singlet below the logo) and relax until we begin our warmup, which will begin approximately 45-minutes before the start of the race.

WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, towel, and an extra change of clothes for after the race if you feel it is necessary.

Restrooms (port-a-potties) will be available at the venue.

DINNER: We have a large group reservation at Grazier Restaurant (Italian) on Saturday at 6pm - arrive no later than 5:45pm. Please RSVP to Joy Jiras’s post on SportsYou if you and/or your family/child can join us.

WHO: Parents of runners who are interested in participating in Junior Olympics.

WHAT: Information session around the Junior Olympic meet(s). Junior Olympics begins Saturday, November 14.

WHEN: Sunday, October 4, 7pm.

WHERE: Zoom! See login credentials below.

• Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/73932845900?pwd=Z4jqPjANNqXKEU5SBejnwsfdtzHbh9.1

• Meeting chat link: https://us04web.zoom.us/launch/jc/73932845900

• Meeting ID: 739 3284 5900

• Passcode: 2vXMp3

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

EVENT INFOMRATION: 6th Annual Rose City Championship. Click here for meet information.

SATURDAY RACES:

• 9:40am Elementary Boys & Girls 2k

• 10:05am Middle School Boys 3k

• 10:30am Middle School Girls 3k

LOCATION: Rose City Golf Course, 2200 NE 71st Ave, Portland, OR 97213

WHISPER RUNNERS: Arrive at least 75-minutes prior to the start of your race to get your race bib from Coach Dave, and relax until we begin our warmup, at approximately 50-minutes before the start of the race.

PARKING:  Parking at the golf course will not be allowed outside of volunteers.  We encourage all fans to please park at McDaniel HS as we will have shuttles running back and forth between McDaniel and Rose City.  There is street parking around the course, but depending on what time you arrive, parking at McDaniel will likely be quicker.

BUS DROP-OFF: Buses should come straight down Tillamook, drop off athletes at the entrance to the parking lot, and then continue down Tillamook, turning onto 70th and back to Broadway to return to the school. There will be a  bus drop-off/pick-up A-Frame sign to make this clear. Buses will be able to park at McDaniel HS OR Buses park on NE Thompson along the baseball field.  There is not a lot of space for buses to park so please ensure that buses use those spots.

ADMISSION:  They will be charging admission this year, $10 per person. This can be done ahead of time using THIS LINK, or day pay at the gate via Venmo or cash.  Coaches and athletes will not be charged.

WHISPER RUNNERS: Once at the tent, put on your race bib (on the front of your singlet below the logo) and relax until we begin our warmup, which will begin approximately 45-minutes before the start of the race.

WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, snack, and an extra change of clothes for after the race if you feel it is necessary.

Restrooms (port-a-potties) will be available at the venue.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

EVENT: Halloween Bash Dash. You’ll find event info on athletic.net or the event website.

REGISTRATION: Youth elementary school, middle school, high school, club teams must register through athletic.net. Open/Community 5k can register online ($13) or in person day-of-race ($20). Any DOR helpers/volunteers will receive free entry into the Open/Community 5k!

LOCATION: Pacific Park in Vancouver, WA.

TIME:

• 9:00am 2k (8 & under boys and girls)

• 9:30am 3k (9-10 boys and girls)

• 10:00am  3k (11-12 boys and girls)

• 10:30am 4k (13-14 boys and girls)

• 11:00am 5k High School (boys and girls)

• 11:30am Open/Community 5k  

WHISPER RUNNERS: Please arrive at the tent 75-minutes before the start of the race.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

EVENT: Stumptown Running Middle School XC Championship.

LOCATION: Ash Creek Reserve at Western Oregon University is approximately 90-minutes from Vancouver.

TIME:

• 12:30pm 2k Little Champs (boys and girls)

• 1:00pm Girls Super Champs

• 1:30pm Boys Super Champs

• 2:00pm Girls Champs

• 2:30pm Boys Champs

The parent or guardian of every runner participating in the Stumptown Youth XC Championship must complete 3 online waivers One waiver for: the event, one waiver for the facility, one for USATF.

• Event Waiver

• Facility Waiver

• USATF Waiver

RUNNERS: Please arrive at the tent 75-minutes before the start of the race.

MEET INFO: Click here for event details.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Athletic.net Meet Information

The 5k race for the 15-18yo runners is optional at the Association Meet, with automatic advancement into the Regional meet the following weekend only if your child pre-registers for the Association Meet ($1). If your child wishes to run in the Regional meet on November 21, please inform Coach Dave of their interest prior to November 6 so he can process registration correctly (there is a process for registering runners and non-runners). The next (their first) JO meet will be on Saturday, November 21, in Pasco, WA.

TRAVEL: This event is held Magnuson Park in Seattle, WA, which is roughly three hours from Vancouver (on a good travel day).

FRIDAY

COURSE PREVIEW (OPTIONAL): Coach Dave will be at Magnuson Park at 3:30pm on Friday for a course preview. This will allow us time to check into our hotel room (see Lodging below) and make it to dinner (see Dinner below) on-time. Plan to depart Magnuson Park by 4pm (depending on weather and the timeliness of everyone showing up) so we can get to the hotel for check-in. The course preview should take 30-60 minutes. For those arriving later, try to arrive before 4pm for an abbreviated version of the course.

LODGING (updated 9/4):

• OPTION 1: Fairfield Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown/Seattle Center, 226 7th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, $139/night, plus fees & taxes. Click here to reserve your room. Note: hot buffet breakfast included

• OPTION 2: Holiday Inn Express, 211 N Dexter Ave, Seattle, WA, $139/night, plus fees & taxes. Click here to reserve your room.

FRIDAY NIGHT TEAM DINNER:

SATURDAY

BREAKFAST: Kids should eat food that is consistent with their pre-race routine.

RUNNERS: The start/finish plus team tent/warm up area will be in the Fields 1, 2, 3, and 4 of Magnuson Park, which is also referred to as The Meadows. Plan to meet at the Whisper canopy in within 90-minutes of the start of your race. Bring a light snack and full water bottle. Also, this is a spike-friendly course. If you have spikes, bring them!

COURSE MAPS

• Magnuson Park - broad overview (entire complex)

• Magnuson Park overview - team tents, warm-up area, parking, start/finish, main tent, crossing areas, and more.

  • Note: Parking is roughly .25mi away from the race venue. Plan for a 5-10 minute walk from your car to the canopy.

• 2k - Ages U8-8 - must be 7 years old by Dec 31 to run nationals

• 3k - Ages 9-10, 11-12

• 4k - Ages 13-14

• 5k - Ages 15-18

• “The Fins” portion of the course

RACE START TIMES:

• 8 & under (born 2017), girls 10am, boys 10:30am

• 9 - 10 (born 2015-2016), girls 11am, boys 11:30am

• 11 - 12 (born 2013-2014), girls 12pm, boys 12:30pm

• 13 - 14 (born 2011-2012), girls 1pm, boys 1:30pm

CONCESSIONS: No concessions at this meet. There will be some light snacks at the team canopy - plan accordingly.

ADVANCEMENT: Top 35 individuals and top 5 teams qualify for the USATF Region 13 Junior Olympic XC Championship at Ash Creek Reserve in Monmouth, OR, on Saturday, November 22.

VOLUNTEERS: Each team is required to have 1-2 Course Monitors at some point in each race. More info to come shortly.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

GENERAL INFO: From the November 14 Association Meet, the top 35 individuals and top 5 teams (from each gender and age division) qualify into this meet (USATF Region 13 Junior Olympic XC Championship). The 5k race for the 15-18yo runners is now open for this meet, and runners must participate and run a qualifying standard (in this meet) to participate at nationals.

Athletic.net page (Meet Info)

Course Maps

• 2k

• 3k

• 4k

• 5k

RACE START TIME:

• 8 & under (born 2017)

  • 9am Girls

  • 9:30am Boys

• 9 - 10 (born 2015-2016)

  • 10am Girls

  • 10:30am Boys

• 11 - 12 (born 2013-2014)

  • 11am Girls

  • 11:30am Boys

• 13 - 14 (born 2011-2012)

  • 12:00pm Girls

  • 12:30pm Boys

• 15 - 18 (born 2007-2010)

  • 1pm Girls

  • 1:30pm Boys

WHERE: Pasco Sports Complex in Pasco, WA.

LODGING (booking links coming soon):

• Option 1: Hampton Inn Richland/Tri-Cities, 486 Bradley Blvd, Richland, WA 99352. Phone: 509-943-4400. Double Queen $139-159. Click here to reserve your room. To stay one night, click Edit Stay > (click on) date of stay > check-in and check-out dates > Done > Update > Select Room..

• Option 2: Homewood Suites by Hilton, 1060 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352. Phone: 509-371-1550. Double Queen $155, or One King $140. Choose one of three reservation options:

  • Your attendee website is: Whisper Running

• Visit our webpage www.homewoodsuitesrichland.com and use Group Code: WSP under special rates.

• Please also feel free to call our Front Desk at 509.371.1550 ext. 0, we can also book reservations over the phone!

WHISPER RUNNERS: Arrive at least 75-minutes prior to the start of your race to get your race bib from Coach Dave, and relax until we begin our warmup, at approximately 50-minutes before the start of the race.

PARKING:

WHISPER RUNNERS: Once at the tent, put on your race bib (on the front of your singlet below the logo) and relax until we begin our warmup, which will begin approximately 45-minutes before the start of the race.

WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, towel, and an extra change of clothes for after the race if you feel it is necessary.

Restrooms (port-a-potties) will be available at the venue.

AWARDS: USATF Junior Olympic medals will be awarded to the top 15 places for Association Championships and top 30 places for Region Championships.

ADVANCEMENTS: The top 30 individuals and the top 5 teams in each event of each age division will advance to the USATF National Championships to be held on 12/12/2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Anyone!

WHAT: Any local Turkey Trot supporting a good cause (usually a local food bank).

WHEN: Often Thanksgiving morning.

WHERE: Search for one near you!

WHY: Support a good cause.

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle distance and distance running training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

WHERE: Round Lake in Camas, WA. Parking or drop-off may take place on the north side of Round Lake, near the start of Camas High School home cross-country races. Click here to view the dropped pin (location) at E 35th Ave, Camas, WA.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where:

• START: We will begin at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area.

• END: End locations will depend on efficiency, so if you do not see us finishing at the track by 6:50pm, then we will be finishing at O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way in the weight room (downstairs). We will bring the kids out to the parking lot (Red 1 or Red 2 - same area) when we are finished - 7pm.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

Who: Registered Whisper runners

What: Intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running training

When: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before their scheduled start time.

Where: We will begin and end at the Hudson’s Bay High School Track. Training will take place at the track, on the 1k loop at Clark College, on the dirt track along Mill Plain & Reserve, at Fort Vancouver National Park, or around the downtown area. We will always aim to be back on-time for arrival.

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Middle and long distance training.

WHEN: Please drop your child off no earlier than 5-minutes before the scheduled start time.

Where: We will meet Hockinson Meadows Community Park. Address: 10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA Upon entering the park, drive straight ahead to the ballparks. Coach Dave will meet the runners near the shed/concession stand, which is straight ahead.

WEATHER & WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please be sure your child is dressed for the conditions. Wearing layers that can easily be taken off and wrapped around their waistline is advised. A headlamp will be encouraged once the nights begin to fall a little earlier, which is around mid-October. Other items to consider: a towel to dry off and keep your car from getting messy (sometimes the kids track in dirt from runs), and a waist belt that can carry a phone (if your child has a phone) in case they get lost (while it’s happened only twice in nine years, it does happen - for the record, the kids were fine, and they were back at the start/finish before the end of practice).

Click here to find out more about Whisper training

This page will be updated by September 1, 2026

MEET INFORMATION

MEET LOCATION: Lafayette, Louisiana.

TRAVEL: Team workouts through Wednesday. Travel Thursday, with possible shake-out run on the course.

LODGING:

FRIDAY

PARKING:

TEAM TENT: We have a designated team tent. At this time, I do not know where the tent will be stationed, but there will be an 10’ Whisper flag outside of the tent, so keep an eye out for that, ask for directions from an official, and/or text/call me when you arrive.

COURSE PREVIEW: We will meet on Thursday or Friday, December 10 or 11, for the course preview.

DINNER:

SATURDAY

BREAKFAST: Eat a breakfast consistent with what you typically have before an ordinary race. Day-of-race changes to ones diet are not advised. Trying new foods or energy substitutes should be done during general training periods, not before races (especially Nationals).

COURSE MAPS: Click here.

POST-RACE ACTIVITIES: At the very least, I will host an ice cream bar on Saturday evening. In the past, we have gone ice skating, gone to game rooms, and more.

Join us for the Gingerbread House construction/destruction at Clark College in PUB 161 (Fireside Lounge - click here for a campus map.  Bring your unconstructed Gingerbread house to construct, nibble on, and take home! 

GIFT DRIVE: The main purpose of this event is to show love toward children in the Foster Care system. We will have a toy and gift drive for Clark County children ages 10-17 who are presently in foster care or state custody. Though gifts for children under 10-years old are appreciated, we are encouraged to bring gifts for children who are in their teens. With several Whisper runners on the team who have been through state custody and/or the adoption process, and my father being adopted at birth, this is something that could really benefit those in physical and/or emotional need.

From Lindsay Griffin, Office Manager at WA St. Department of Children, Youth & Families, “A list of items typically requested from our teens:

• Wireless earbuds

• Bluetooth speakers

• Hoodies Larger sizes (Nike has been requested most of the time)

• Bath & Body sets/make up sets

• Electric razor

• Perfume/Cologne

• Drones

• LED lights”

Upon arrival, place your unwrapped gift on the donation table, and then find a place to dine and construct your Gingerbread House.

PASTA DINNER (5:30-6:00pm): Pasta and salad provided..
BYOGBH (6:00-6:45pm): Bring your unconstructed Gingerbread House. Costco, Michael’s, Target and Fred Meyer usually have Gingerbread Houses. 

CLEAN: 6:45-7:00pm, grab some cleaning supplies and lend a hand!

WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT EXCHANGE (7:00-7:30pm): If your child would like to take part, please bring a wrapped <$5 (gift that costs less than $5) so the kids can play Secret Santa (same as White Elephant Gift Exchange?). I will have a few wrapped gifts in case you do not have time to shop for one. Keep it simple. Thanks!