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21st Annual Two Turkey Relay!

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Join the CCRC for the 21st Annual Two Turkey Relay! This event is a mostly for fun, two person relay and was originated by the late Don Breece. The club is proud to continue hosting this event every year in his honor.  Race date is Saturday, November 6.  Registration is from 9 – 9:30am in Riverside Park.  We’ll pick teams at 9:30am, then head over to the start line and the race will begin soon afterwards.
First team member will run a 2 mile road loop (on CR 175, 176, and 177), then tag their partner, who will then run the same loop. Cost is only $3 for CCRC members and $5 for non members. Registration begins at 9am in Riverside Park in Salida; we will begin picking teams, by random drawing, at 9:30am. Anyone who is capable of running continuously for two miles is encouraged to enter. Two minute handicaps are given to all females, anyone 13 or younger, and anyone 60 or older. We’re also looking for volunteers to bake pies or any other baked goods as prizes. If you’re interested in donating a pie, or have any questions, please contact Kristy at kristy_falcon@hotmail.com.
Due to COVID, we ask that you not attend this event if you’re sick or have been asked to quarantine. Thank you for your cooperation!

20th Annual Two Turkey Relay!

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Join the Chaffee County Running Club on Saturday, November 14 for the 20th Annual Two Turkey Relay! This event is a mostly for fun, two person relay. First team member will run a 2 mile road loop, then tag their partner, who will then run the same loop. Cost is only $3 for CCRC members and $5 for non members. Registration begins at 9am in Riverside Park in Salida; we will begin picking teams, by random drawing, at 9:30am. Anyone who is capable of running continuously for two miles is encouraged to enter. Two minute handicaps are given to all females, anyone 13 or younger, and anyone 60 or older. We’re also looking for volunteers to bake pies or any other baked goods as prizes. If you’re interested in donating a pie, or have any questions, please contact Kristy at kristy_falcon@hotmail.com.
A mask/face covering will be required of all participants at registration, during the awards ceremony, and when you’re not able to keep 6 feet apart from other runners while hanging out/waiting to run at the start area. Please do your best to maintain social distancing while we’re picking teams and post race. Please do not attend this event if you’re sick or have been in contact with others who are sick. Thank you for your cooperation!

Chaffee County Races Update

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We have a few updates from running or other endurance races that were scheduled to take place this spring in Chaffee County. Please let us know if you have information regarding any other events in this area. We hope everyone is still getting outside and running, and taking care of yourselves in every way possible!

Salida Pole Pedal Paddle – was scheduled for April 19, and is now cancelled.

Spiral Drive Run (Salida) – was scheduled to take place on April 25, and has been postponed. Race date TBA.

Salida and BV Funduros and 720 Mountain Bike races – all 4 of these races were scheduled to take place this April/May, and all have been postponed indefinitely.

Collegiate Peaks Trail Run (BV) – was scheduled to take place on May 2, and is now cancelled.

Tails on the Trails 5K (Salida) – was scheduled for May 17, and will now take place as a virtual race. As their website says: “Just because we won’t be walking together, doesn’t mean we aren’t walking for the same reason — to ensure the compassion and care for ALL companion animals.” Please visit their website for more information on how to register:
https://www.ark-valley.org/arkvalley-ev…/tails-on-the-trail/

Run Through Time – Rescheduled for October 11

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Run Through Time Participants,

Thank you for your patience while plans for a new event date take shape, and for your support of a reschedule of this race.   All four permitting agencies have given their approval of a reschedule, and the Scout Hut has been booked.  The 2020 Run Through Time will now take place on October 11.

All race entries will be rolled over to October.  An email has just been sent out to all race participants outlining more details.  This email text is also available here.

We hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy, and we look forward to hosting the Run Through Time in October!

Some CCRC Updates

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Things have changed very quickly around Chaffee County in the past week, and we hope everyone is doing well. A few updates about running in Chaffee County are included below.

All organized CCRC group runs are currently suspended until further notice.

The Spiral Drive Run, which was scheduled to take place on April 25, is now postponed. New date TBA.

There are still a few small things to work out, but the Run Through Time has been rescheduled for October 11. An email will be sent to all participants very shortly with more details.

A notice to out of town runners that the Chaffee County Department of Public Health has issued a statement on visitors. This statement reads: “Visitors of Chaffee County are directed to return home immediately, and persons considering visiting Chaffee County should remain home to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.” Be advised that many other mountain communities near Chaffee County have issued similar statements.

We know this is a very difficult time for a lot of people right now, and we wish you all well. We hope everyone has been getting a chance to get outside and go for a run, hike, or walk. We’ll look forward to getting together for group runs and welcoming out of town runners to our community in the future!

Spiral Drive Run – Postponed

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The 2020 Spiral Drive Run has been postponed due to COVID-19.  Rescheduled date is TBA.

This annual race is organized by the CCRC and takes place on dirt roads, up and down Tenderfoot Mountain, in Salida.  Course is 4 miles roundtrip, and elevation gain is roughly 500 feet.  This is a great low key event for runners of all ages and abilities!

Click here to register and get more information about the race.

Thank you to 7000 Feet Running Company for their support of this event!

Two Turkey Relay Results!

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We had a great morning for the 19th Annual Two Turkey Relay!  Thanks to everyone for coming out to this fun event, and to everyone who helped out, including Tom, Angel, Kristy, and Emily and Andrew with Little Red Hen Bakery.  In general, younger runners dominated the top three positions – 5 of the 6 runners in the top three teams were under the age of 17.  The top 5 teams finished within one minute of each other, making for a tighter race than in some past years.

Full results can be found by clicking here.

 

Christmas Mountain Run – December 8

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The annual CCRC Christmas Mountain Run is happening again this December!   Meet at the caboose by the F Street bridge in Salida at 5:30pm on Sunday, December 8 for a run of roughly 4 miles. We’ll run up to the top of “S” Mountain and back down again. Pace will be casual and runners of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join us.   Please bring a headlamp, invite your friends, and break out your best Christmas sweaters!

19th Annual Two Turkey Relay

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Join the CCRC for the 19th Annual Two Turkey Relay!  This event was originated by the late Don Breece, and the club is proud to continue hosting this event every year in his honor.  Race date is Saturday, November 9.  Registration cost is only $3 for members, and $5 for non members.

Spiral Drive Run – April 20!

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This year’s Spiral Drive Run will take place on Saturday, April 20 at 9am.  This annual event, organized by the CCRC, takes place on Salida’s Spiral Drive road.  Event distance is 4 miles – up and then back down a dirt road.  This is a great low key event for participants of all ages and abilities!

Registration cost is currently $9 for CCRC members and $14 for non members.  Please email the club for the CCRC discount code.  Registration prices will increase after April 6, so it’s worth registering in the next few weeks if you’re planning on running!

Thank you to 7000 Feet Running Company and Altra for their support of this event again this year!