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Pub runs keep winter fun

Running through the cold dark days of winter can be challenging for even the most dedicated of runners. Finding like-minded souls to endure with you makes it much more motivating and fun. ...

DATE: Jan 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Irwin shares a lifetime of running wisdom

Staying healthy and active while continuing to run into our golden years requires balance and perspective and albeit a certain amount of luck. At 69 years old, Durangoan Emily Irwin epitomi...

DATE: Nov 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Mountain Chile Cha Cha turns 10

The oldest race in the Pagosa Springs GECKO (Giving Every Child Knowledge of the Outdoors) Racing Series celebrated its 10th birthday this year on a beautiful, blue sky September morning. ...

DATE: Oct 8, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Gosney Succeeds at Nolan’s 14

“Nolan’s 14” is an extreme ultra running event that summits 14 of Colorado’s 14,000 foot peaks in the Sawatch Mountain Range within a 60-hour time frame. Begun as an unofficial e...

DATE: Sep 10, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

A high running high school experience

Running 74 miles over four days above 10,000 feet is not something your average high school runner would enjoy doing during their summer vacation, but seniors Benjamin Lachelt and Allee McKo...

DATE: Aug 13, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Running together is a winning combo

The old saying “opposites attract” might be true for many couples, but, for Cate and Steve Fenster, it couldn’t be farther from the truth. In fact Steve lights up when he tells ...

DATE: Jul 9, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

New running store to be hub for the sport

Twenty years ago, while working as a buyer for Christy Sports in the Vail Valley, Brett Sublett began thinking about how he could someday incorporate his passion for running into a business....

DATE: May 7, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

This 10K at FLC all about Books and Things

Spring into this year’s racing season with the “Three Springs 10K for Books and Things,” sponsored by the Fort Lewis College Exercise Science Department. In its third year, this...

DATE: Apr 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Sisters share milestone event with huge run

To say that my sister Dot Helling is not your typical 65-year-old would be a huge understatement. Her idea for celebrating her 65th birthday was to run the Catalina Island Marathon, which co...

DATE: Mar 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Extending sales tax right thing for recreation

In April 1999, Durango voters approved a half-cent sales tax to fund the construction, maintenance and operation of the Durango Community Recreation Center and make improvements and connecti...

DATE: Feb 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Healthy lifestyle is a choice and a commitment

It is that time of year when many people resolve to lead healthier lifestyles through changes in diet and exercise. These changes require commitment and perseverance that extends well beyond...

DATE: Jan 8, 2015 | CATEGORY: On the Run

Durango runners grateful for the trails

The holiday season is that time of year when we tune into the things in life that we are especially grateful for. Most of us are fortunate to have family and friends whom we cherish, as well...

DATE: Dec 11, 2014 | CATEGORY: On the Run