WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Sprinters, middle distance, and distance runners.

WHERE: O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Heading north on Fort Vancouver Way, you’ll take the first entrance into Clark College and park in Red 1 or Red 2 (parking lot), which is located in front of OSC. When walking into OSC, take the first set of stairs to the second floor. The Whisper Littles will meet in 219 and all other athletes will meet in 204. Once in the room, runners sign-in, and the practice overview will begin shortly after 9am. Training will take place at one or more of the following locations:

• Fort Vancouver Regional Park

• 1k loop on the NW corner of Fort Vancouver Way and E McLoughlin Blvd.

• Memory/Mill Plain Park track on SW corner of Mill Plain Blvd and E Reserve St.

• Leverich Park

Pick-up your child along the sidewalk above the Hudson’s Bay track, which is located on the SE corner of E McLoughlin Blvd & Fort Vancouver Way, at 11:00am.

TRAINING AGENDA: Workouts for distance runners and sprinters.

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

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Sprinters, middle distance, and distance runners.

WHERE: O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Heading north on Fort Vancouver Way, you’ll take the first entrance into Clark College and park in Red 1 or Red 2 (parking lot), which is located in front of OSC. When walking into OSC, take the first set of stairs to the second floor, and walk toward the end of the building. We will meet in room 219, which is on the right next to the small gym. Once in the room, runners sign-in, and the practice overview will begin shortly. Training will take place at one or more of the following locations:

• Fort Vancouver Regional Park

• Waterfront Renaissance Trail

• Waterfront Park

• 1k loop on the NW corner of Fort Vancouver Way and E McLoughlin Blvd.

• Memory/Mill Plain Park track on SW corner of Mill Plain Blvd and E Reserve St.

• Leverich Park

Pick-up your child along the sidewalk above the Hudson’s Bay track, which is located on the SE corner of E McLoughlin Blvd & Fort Vancouver Way, at 11:00am.

TRAINING AGENDA: Running conditioning, followed by weightlifting in the Clark College weight room from 10-11am.

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

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Sprinters, middle distance, and distance runners.

WHERE: O’Connell Sports Center at Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Heading north on Fort Vancouver Way, you’ll take the first entrance into Clark College and park in Red 1 or Red 2 (parking lot), which is located in front of OSC. When walking into OSC, take the first set of stairs to the second floor. The Whisper Littles will meet in 219 and all other athletes will meet in 204. Once in the room, runners sign-in, and the practice overview will begin shortly after 9am. Training will take place at one or more of the following locations:

• Fort Vancouver Regional Park

• 1k loop on the NW corner of Fort Vancouver Way and E McLoughlin Blvd.

• Memory/Mill Plain Park track on SW corner of Mill Plain Blvd and E Reserve St.

• Leverich Park

Pick-up your child along the sidewalk above the Hudson’s Bay track, which is located on the SE corner of E McLoughlin Blvd & Fort Vancouver Way, at 11:00am.

TRAINING AGENDA: Workouts for distance runners and sprinters.

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

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Sprinters, middle distance, and distance runners.

WHERE: Pacific Park (1515 N.E. 164th Ave - Vancouver, WA). 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 AGENDA: Running conditioning and cross-training

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

WHO: Registered Whisper runners

WHAT: Runners should be capable of running a 1.25mi warm-up and 1.25mi cool-down, plus hill repeats for the workout).

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. The address is NE 35th Ave, Camas, WA (look for the “P” pin on the map). The parking lot is next door to 355 NE 35th Ave. in Camas.

TRAINING AGENDA: Sprint and cross-country conditioning and preparation for fall sports.

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

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 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: 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

Bring a towel (or 2) to this event.

NOTES FROM RACE DIRECTOR:

• Corn Maze:  This is a reminder to everyone that no one is allowed into the corn maze at any time.   It will be closely monitored and if your kid(s) are found in there you'll be asked nicely to leave early.  

• Wild Flower Field:  This year there is a field of wildflowers  in the middle of the property by the small barn.  This will be a big temptation to go inside and take photos.  Please stay out of this field.  Take photos from the perimeter only. 

• We have a large water feature next to the small barn and field of wildflowers.  It's shouldn't be necessary to mention that climbing over the water feature is a quick way to get uninvited from the Hydrangea Ranch.

• “WELL BEHAVED DOGS ON A LEASH OKAY!!!  Please spread the word, I don’t have time to field phone calls from parents about dogs….”

• Souvenir t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats will be available for purchase.  There will be a concession stand.  We have a coffee truck.

• As our business for weddings continue to flourish, it is harder and harder to justify all the impact that the Ultimook Race has on our beautiful flower farm.  Please do your part to help us justify the impact and be sure it is not disrespected in any way by your kids.  

EVENT: What better way to kick off the Cross Country season than by participating in the Ultimook Race, held in Tillamook, Oregon?  This course is held on “old school” terrain, providing a balance of challenge and fun for all participants. 

Click here for race information and race start times. Please arrive at least one hour prior to start time to ensure everyone has an opportunity to comfortably prepare for the race. Races start at 9:00 AM MS Girls 3k, 9:30 AM MS Boys 3k. Open 5k at 8:15 AM for interested parents, click here to register. High School races start at 10AM and you are welcome to remain at the venue as long or as little as you like.

3K COURSE MAP

GATE FEE & EVENT INFO FROM HOST: See the Ultimook page for admission details ($8/adults, $4/kids, runners free with team entry), t-shirts, concessions, camping, and more.

TRAVEL: The location of this race is approximately two hours from Vancouver, Washington.  This meet is quite large, so please account for traffic when you calculate your departure time.

PARKING: Click here for PDF map of venue. It is roughly 1k from parking to team canopy (~15 minute walk). Please account for this in the preferred arrival time.

LODGING: If you are deciding whether to stay Friday and/or Saturday in Tillamook, there are a few Whisper families staying at the Tillamook Bay city RV Park, which offers Yurts and RV sites.

WHISPER RUNNERS: Upon arrival, you’ll walk a quarter mile from the parking lot to the race venue. The Whisper Tent will be visible from the road. Once at the tent, put on your race bib (on the front of your singlet) and relax until we begin our warmup, which will begin approximately 45-minutes before the start of the race.

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: 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 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: 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 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: 5:30-6:45pm, intermediate & advanced middle distance and distance running 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: 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 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: 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

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 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: 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

RACE: Three Course Challenge. Very popular race in the PNW. Over 80 teams are expected to compete.

MEET INFORMATION: Click here for the host website and here for the athletic.net page. Click here for spectator information.

RACE START TIME: 12:00pm MS Boys, 12:15pm MS Girls.

FACILITY MAP & PARKING INSTRUCTIONS: Click here. Supplemental info (parking, base rules, construction, etc.) click here.

TRAVEL: This race takes place at Camp Rilea in Warrington, Oregon, which is 8 miles north of Seaside on Highway 101. Click here to locate Camp Rilea on Google maps.

PARKING: $5/vehicle

RUNNERS & PARENTS: We will plan to meet at the Whisper canopy at least 75-minutes prior to the start of the first race for Whisper. Please call or text Coach Dave if you have any questions, if you are late, or other: 360-989-0935.

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

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 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: 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

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 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: 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).

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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 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: 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

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 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: 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).

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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 Girls

• 11:30am 5k High School Boys

• 12:00pm 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: 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 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: 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

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 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: 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

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 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: 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).

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This page will be updated by September 1, 2026

The content below is from the 2025 Association meet.

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 22, please inform Coach Dave of their interest prior to November 7, 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 22, in Monmouth, OR, at Ash Creek Preserve .

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 (booking links coming soon):

• OPTION 1: Fairfield Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown/Seattle Center, 226 7th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, $104/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, $99/night, plus fees & taxes. Click here to reserve your room. Please note: hot breakfast is not included, continental bag included with muffin or bagel, fruit, yogurt and juice (this location's breakfast area will be undergoing renovations).

FRIDAY NIGHT TEAM DINNER: Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant, 701 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. We will begin walking to dinner around 6:00pm, reservations at 6:30pm. Please provide your child with $25 for the team dinner, which will cover food, tax, and gratuity. Coach Dave will collect the meal money and pay the consolidated bill at the end of the evening.

SATURDAY

BREAKFAST: See Lodging (Options) notes regarding continental 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: 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 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: 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

GENERAL INFO:

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:

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

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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: 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 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: 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).

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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).

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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!