RACE DAY!

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: Sprinters (should be capable of running a 1.25mi warm-up and 1.25mi cool-down, plus hill repeats for the workout), middle distance, and distance runners.

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 the 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 departure.

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: Bring Your Own Spoon practice! BYOS is an effort to promote the “Reduce” in Reduce-Reuse-Recycle, and cutting down on single-use plastics. Kids, pack your spoons and bring them to practice, for a post-workout treat and celebration into the new XC season!

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

Bring a towel (or 2) to this event.

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. High School races start at 10AM and you are welcome to remain at the venue as long or as little as you like.

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.

LODGING: If you wish to turn this event into a weekend at/near the beach, you may consider hotel accommodations.  Click here to begin your Google search for hotels in Tillamook.

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 the 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 departure.

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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

EVENT: Ash Creek XC Festival at Western Oregon University is a spectacular site for running, with open spaces, flat grounds, and a few rolling mounds, this spectator friendly course will host the largest club meet of the season thus far. Click here for meet information.

MEET INFORMATION: Click here for athletic.net meet information.

MEET INFORMATION & TRAVEL: Ash Creek Reserve at Western Oregon University is approximately 90-minutes from Vancouver.  At this time (7/21/2025), the MS races are both scheduled for 8am. However, in the past, the races have been MS Girls 3k at 8:00 AM and Boys at 8:25 AM. Knowing the meet director well, it’s likely 8:00am and 8:25am. TBD at this point, hopefully it will be updated soon.

WHISPER RUNNERS: Arrive at least one hour 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: There is a large parking lot along Stadium Dr, and some local churches along Church St.

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.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

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.

RACE START TIME: 9:30am MS Boys, 9:40am 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.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

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

• 9:15am Community Open 5k

• 10:00am 1.5mi Youth Boys & Girls (Elementary & Middle School)

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.

LODGING: Coming soon.

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: On-site parking will be only be available for CARPOOLS of 3 or more people or ADA vehicles, just south of the course, not in the public parking area.  All other spectator vehicles must park off-site (see Shuttle Information below). Vehicles should enter via the south access road off of Chambers Creek Road and follow directions from attendants to park in the gravel lot just north of the start line area.  Team buses and vans should enter through this location as well and will park at the "Tarmac" just south of the course.  

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.

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) is located in the heart of Seattle.

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 - $282 for one room that sleeps 1-4 people

• Best Western, 14632 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue - $164-233

• Home2 Suites by Hilton, 380 Upland Drive, Tukwila, WA - $160-240

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.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

EVENT INFOMRATION: 56th Annual Max Jensen Invite. Click here for meet information.

COURSE PREVIEW: We will perform a course preview (not required, just a way to stretch the legs and learn the course) at 4pm on Friday, October 9.

SATURDAY RACES:

• 8am Community Open 5k

• 9am Elementary Boys & Girls 1500m

• 9:30am Middle School Boys 2850m

• 10:00am Middle School Girls 2850m

Feel free to stick around after the race and watch some of the best runners from eastern Washington take part!

LOCATION: Carmichael Middle School, 620 Thayer Dr, Richland, WA 99352

LODGING: Here are some good options along the Columbia River, prices from Expedia, located near the meet venue:

• The Lodge at Columbia Point at 530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA. $175-$300, on the river, no continental breakfast, but very nice.

• Hampton Inn by Hilton Richland/Tri-Cities at 486 Bradley Blvd, Richland, WA. $127-$250, on the river, complimentary breakfast.

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Richland, 1060 George Washington Way, Richland, WA. $102-$200, on the river, complimentary breakfast included.

TEAM DINNER: We will aim to have a team dinner at Casa Mia, 6-8pm. It’s better to arrive late than not at all. If you cannot make it in time, come for dessert!

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: Carmichael MS or Richland HS (across the street).

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.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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

This page is under construction and will be updated by October 1.

GENERAL 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. 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 .

• USATF PNW page - Meet info, registration, maps

• Meet Information (single page document)

• Meet athletic.net page

• Course maps:

  • 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

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 2pm 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 3pm (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, $169/night, plus fees & taxes. Click here to reserve your room.

• OPTION 2: Holiday Inn Express, 211 N Dexter Ave, Seattle, WA, $149/night, plus fees & taxes. Click here to reserve your room.

FRIDAY NIGHT TEAM DINNER: Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant, 701 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. We will walk from the team hotel to the restaurant and back. Banquet style, menu coming soon. We will begin walking to dinner around 6:00pm. Reservation is 6:30pm.

SATURDAY
BREAKFAST: Hotel has continental hot and cold breakfast.

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!

SCHEDULE OF RACES:

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 Chambers Bay on November 23, 2024.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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: Anyone!

WHAT: Clark County Turkey Trot 5k or 10k. Cost is $25/runner. Polar Bear Plunge is $5.

WHEN: 9am run star time, with the Polar Bear Plunge around 10am.

WHERE: East side of Salmon Creek Trail next to Klineline Pond.

WHY: Support the Clark County Food Bank.

PARKING: Salmon Creek Greenway Trail, which is in the center of the park/trail area, or try the Salmon Creek Regional Park/Klineline Pond parking area, which will be busy.

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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 the 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 departure.

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:

• 4:15-5:15pm, beginning middle distance and distance running training.

• 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 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 departure.

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 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