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The inaugural Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon premieres in 2010 on Labor Day weekend, marking the fourth event in the Wine Country Half Marathon Series produced by Destination Races alongside the Napa-to-Sonoma, Santa Barbara and Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathons. Experience the warmth and charm of the Willamette Valley when the weather is ideal and the vines are full and ready for harvest. This scenic course meanders through the heart of the valley in Yamhill County, beginning at magnificent Stoller Winery and finishing in the town of Carlton for the popular post-race Wine & Music Festival. Less than an hour south of Portland this area is dotted with small towns, orchards, Christmas tree farms, vineyards and ranches.
The Willamette Valley is recognized as one of the finest Pinot Noir producing regions in the world and is home to over 200 wineries. Many of Oregon's finest wineries will be welcoming you to the inaugural Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon. Destination Races has partnered with the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, Ken Wright Cellars, Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers, and the Oregon Agri-Business Council to bring you the ultimate wine and food themed destination running event in the country.
Stoller Vineyards and Winery, start area for the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon
Photo courtesy of Mike Haverkate
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Dane Rauschenberg ran 52 consecutive weekend marathons in 2006, while working a full-time job in a patent licensing firm and then took on the 12 person, 202 mile American Odyssey Relay - by himself! Dane continues to amaze and inspire, especially since his running career began just a few years before his 52 Marathon adventure. We are happy to have Dane at our race this year where he will not only be signing copies of his book 'See Dane Run', but also speaking about his experiences on these long distance running endeavors. Dane is our featured speaker at the pasta dinnner at the Allison Inn & Spa on Saturday night. This dinner is prepared by the award-winning Jory restaurant at the Allison. Registration is limited to 80ppl. Sign up now!
Full slate of activities planned for Oregon Wine Country Half
Oregon has so much to offer, we hope if you are an out-of-town visitor you allow some time to explore the city of Portland and the Willamette Valley. We've aligned a very full schedule of activities for this inaugural event. The festivities start with our early packet pickup party in Portland at the Avalon Hotel & Spa on Thursday evening. On Friday you can explore the course and visit the start area at Stoller Vineyards and Winery while enjoying music, catered food, wine and games. A race and volunteer orientation will also be held there. Saturday is the race expo at The Allison Inn & Spa in Newberg. Chahelam Mountain Vineyards will be pouring wines at the expo and offering specials at their member wineries. Race day is packed with all types of festivities for participants and their family and friends in Carlton and at Abbey Road Farm, which is hosting a viewing breakfast. For a full list of activities go to the Event Schedule. To sign up for these activities click on Registration Extras.
Race Seminars
Two race Seminars are offered on Saturday at the expo. At 1:00pm, Race Director Matt Dockstader and elite runner and Destination Races event coordinator Ashley Hansen present, "An insiders Guide to Running the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon." This helpful 45 minute seminar wil cover all course details and tips on how to prepare for the race. At 2:00pm, Dane Rauschenberg will present a seminar on his endurance running experiences. Dane ran 52 marathons in 52 weeks in 2006 anad then followed that up by running the 202 mile American Odyssey relay by himself! A very funny and enlightening gentleman, Dane has lots of great stories and insights.
More than 30 vineyard and winery members of the Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers (www.chehalemmountains.org) are participating in "Explore, Tour & Taste!" over Labor Day Weekend, hosting special pre-harvest vineyard presentations, open houses and much more.
Discover vineyards and wineries on Portland’s doorstep that are rarely open to the public, walk the vineyards, taste the grapes and the wines. These wineries are offering two for one tastings and discounts on purchases to Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon participants.
Learn about CMWA offer View CMWA Map
Not for whiners, this trophy is for winners who drink fine wine! West Coast Bank is awarding this beautiful decanter trophy and $500 in cash, plus a large 3L bottle of award-winning wine, and a new Ball Watch to the winners of this inaugural race. Over $20,000 in wine and awards will be handed out at this event.
The ultimate place to watch the race is from Abbey Road Farm at the relay transition area at mile 6. Abbey Road Farm B&B is hosting a fabuous breakfast on their beautiful property overlooking the course. You'll be able to sit in chairs and watch the race from the hillside or get right up next to the course at the relay area. Parking is free. Breakfast is $25 in advance and $30 on race day. View menu and directions Sign up for breakfast
Regardless of which direction you are coming from, or whether you prefer to park at the start or finish, you will have plenty of options on race day. The main transportation center is located at Wennerberg Park in Carlton (near the race finish and Wine & Music Festival) but you can also park or be dropped at Stoller Winery (start area). Buses will also leave from McMinnville, The Allison Inn & Spa and Avalon Hotel in Portland (must sign up and pay for ticket). Return buses will leave from Pine St. in Carlton next to the festival from 9:30 to noon and runner and spectator buses will service Abbey Road Farm. See the Parking & Transportation page for more information.
The Yamhill Vallley News Register, publisher of "Discover Yamhill Valley" is producing a 32 event program and weekend guide. The guide will have race information, maps, schedules and information on all the activities on Labor Day weekend in the valley. The event program will be distributed at the Thrusday's early packet pickup reception in Portland, the Friday race orientation event at Stoller Vineyards, and the Saturday expo at the Allison.
In an effort to reduce paper waste we offer a virtual goody bag with various offers and information from sponsors, other events, and businesses. Some offers are valid only on race weekend. View Virtual Goody Bag
Learn more about what's happening in the Yamhill Valley and the Oregon wine industry on our partner's websites.
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