May
28
4:00 PM16:00

Monday Training - Pacific Park

Practice Location: Pacific Park (1515 N.E. 164th Ave - Vancouver, WA). 

Parking: Using the PDF map as a guide, please park (drop-off) in/at the parking lot between the Off-Lease Dog Park and Extreme Sports Park (Skate Park).  Coach Dave will meet all runners at the large, covered picnic shelter located near the Community Play area.  Training at this location will include running a variety of intervals on the marked (with orange 12" cones) trail.  The outside loop is approximately 1800m, with 1600m being dirt and compact gravel.

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance and Distance training (400m to 3200m), speed-endurance work.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Breakfast at Coach Caldwell's after training.  Pancakes, waffles, sausage, eggs, fruit, and more.  All Whisper runners are invited to attend practice and stay for breakfast from 10:30-noon.

Address:
16409 NE 13th St.
Vancouver, WA 98684
 

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

 

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Jun
2
7:00 AM07:00

Teach 1 to Lead 1 - Booth Volunteer

Come join the fun at the Race For The Kids event held at Esther Short Park!  You can help out in the Whisper Running booth, participate in the 5k, or both!  Coach Dave will arrive at 6:30am to begin booth set-up.  The 5k start is set for 9:00am and the Kids Dash is set for 10:00am (register here).  Between set-up and racing (7-9am) and post-race (10:30-noon), volunteers will help by distributing flyers and talk with potential runners and their parents about Whisper Running. 

THE RACE: The 5k race is free for the kids (ages 17 and under) and cost $30 for adults (18 and over).  There will be practice at Hudson's Bay from noon-1:30pm, so you'll want to be mindful not to race and attend practice - choose to do one or the other. 

PARENTS: If your child wishes to volunteer, you may drop him/her off with Coach Dave, who will give them tasks throughout the morning in the capacity of volunteering.  In other words, you do not need to remain at the event - drop and go is fine, as long as you (the adult/parent) check-in with Coach Dave at drop-off, and you arrive by 11:30am for pick-up. 

If your child wishes to run, you must preregister and be on-site at the event before, during, and after the race.  You are definitely welcome to help out at the booth, peruse the other booths, or volunteer with the main event in some capacity.

RSVP: Please connect with Coach Dave if you wish (or your child wishes) to volunteer or participate (or both) at this event.

Thank you!

 

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Jun
5
7:00 PM19:00

Summer Training Info Night - June 5, 7-8pm at Clark College in OSC 128.

You are invited to come and meet current and future Whisper runners at the 2018 Summer Training Information Night on Tuesday, June 5 from 7-8pm at Clark College in the O'Connell Sports Center!  Representatives from the 2017 USATF Junior Olympic Team will be on hand, along with runners from throughout the Vancouver-Portland area.  Both runners and parents are invited to attend and learn more about the summer running program aimed at getting runners ready for the 2018 cross-country season ahead.  Primary information includes:

  • Highlights of the 2017 XC and 2018 TF seasons.
  • Statistical data supporting the purpose of preseason training benefits.
  • Learn about the 8-9 week 2018 summer training plan.
  • Receive the summer training calendar.
  • Enter a drawing for prizes including Whisper shirts, gloves, and gift cards!

While you're here, please fill out the runner contact form so you can remain connected with important updates within the world of Whisper!

Looking forward to seeing all of the current Whisper runners and meeting many new faces!

Sincerely,

Dave Caldwell

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Jun
7
5:30 PM17:30

Thursday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: 400m-3200m runners.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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May
23
5:30 PM17:30

Wednesday Training - Clark

Practice Location: Clark College.  We will meet near the gym.  

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Mental Imagery session.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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May
21
5:30 PM17:30

Monday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: 400m-3200m speed-endurance work.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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May
7
5:30 PM17:30

Monday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance work (400m to 2-mile)

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
25
5:30 PM17:30

Wednesday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: 400m-3200m runners.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30

Monday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Hurdlers/Sprinters Blocks/Technical work.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
15
9:00 AM09:00

Sunday Training - Lincoln High School

Practice Location: Lincoln High School (Portland: 1600 SW Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205)

Parking: There is plenty of metered parking along the street(s), and if you're lucky, try parking on the southwest side of the facility (it's free).

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance and Distance training (400m to 3200m), speed-endurance work.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
11
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: 400m-3200m

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
9
6:00 PM18:00

Monday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Hurdlers/Sprinters Blocks/Technical work.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

 

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Apr
6
9:00 AM09:00

Friday Training - Shahala MS

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance workout (9-10:30am), Hurdles (10:30-noon) and Starts from blocks (Noon-1pm)..

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

 

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Apr
5
9:00 AM09:00

Thursday Hurdles then Sprint Training - Clark College

Practice Location: Clark College/Hudson's Bay HS.

Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Hurdles (9-10am) and then either block work or a sprint workout depending on who attends (10-11am).

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
4
9:00 AM09:00

Wednesday Training - Clark College

Practice Location: We will meet in the red parking log of Clark College at the start before heading to the track at HBay.

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance and Distance (400m to 3200m) speed-endurance work 9-10:30am, Hurdles 10:30-noon, Sprint/Block (Starts) Noon-1pm.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
3
1:00 PM13:00

Tuesday Hurdles then Sprints Training - Shahala

Practice Location: Shahala Middle School (601 SE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA)

Parking: Upon driving into the parking lot, continue straight through the stop sign and park near the end of the lot.  The track is on the northeast side of the portable buildings. 

Training Emphasis: Hurdles (1-2pm) and Starts from blocks (2-3pm).

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

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Apr
2
9:00 AM09:00

Monday Training - Pacific Park

Practice Location: Pacific Park (1515 N.E. 164th Ave - Vancouver, WA). 

Parking: Using the PDF map as a guide, please park (drop-off) in/at the parking lot between the Off-Lease Dog Park and Extreme Sports Park (Skate Park).  Coach Dave will meet all runners at the large, covered picnic shelter located near the Community Play area.  Training at this location will include running a variety of intervals on the marked (with orange 12" cones) trail.  The outside loop is approximately 1800m, with 1600m being dirt and compact gravel.

Training Emphasis: Middle Distance and Distance training (400m to 3200m), speed-endurance work.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Breakfast at Coach Caldwell's after training.  Pancakes, waffles, sausage, eggs, fruit, and more.  All Whisper runners are invited to attend practice and stay for breakfast from 10:30-noon.

Address:
16409 NE 13th St.
Vancouver, WA 98684
 

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

 

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Mar
22
5:00 PM17:00

Thursday Training - Clark College

Practice Location: We will meet in the red parking log of Clark College at the start before heading to the track at HBay.

Training Emphasis: We will be performing hurdle work from 5-6pm, then Middle Distance and Distance training (400m to 3200m) speed-endurance work from 6-7:15pm.

All registered Whisper Runners welcome to join.  Not a member?  Go here to find out more about Whisper training.

 

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