Page updated , July 29, 2010 • ALL RACES LISTED are CONFIRMED for 2010.

I post race listings when received from the race director.

Area Code for all Montana is 406

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September 4, 2010, Saturday

MTCC Garden City Triathlon  • Frenchtown, 1.5K Swim, 40K Bike, 10k Run. 9 am at Frenchtown Pond State Park.  Terrific open-water swim. Flat and fast bike course.  Record-setting run course. REGISTRATION OPEN for Individuals and Teams at www.mtcompact.org Labor Day weekend racing, Montana-style!  Food, awards and kids triathlon. No dogs are allowed in the park. Race benefits the Montana Campus Compact, for info go to www.mtcompact.org

2nd Annual Hope for Haiti 5K • Helena, Carroll College. The Hope for Haiti 5K is a huge fundraiser for the newly founded Carroll College Outreach Team—COT. COT brings together students, faculty, alumni, and friends of Carroll College to provide direct service and aid to people in need, at home and around the world. Students work directly with professionals in health care, engineering, and education, to provide direct assistance and monetary aid to organizations in developing countries and areas of need in Helena. Proceeds will go toward funding Dental/Medical Team equipment and expenditures for annual Outreach Trips to Haiti and other third world countries as well as areas in need within the Helena community. RACE DAY: T-shirt & race number pick-up: 9:00am @ Carroll College Athletic Center: 1601 North Benton Ave. Race starts: 10:00am @ Bill Roberts Golf Course. Register at active.com under Hope for Haiti: $18. College Students: $10. Questions or directions? Email amurtagh@carroll.edu FREE T-SHIRTS AND LOTS OF AWESOME PRIZES!!

UM Cross Country Trail Run • Missoula, Do you want to race against the University of Montana Cross Country runners? Come see if you can keep up or just to support the Grizzly CC team. All registered participants will receive a UM Cross Country t-shirt. Who: Runners and Walkers Alike are Welcome! Where: Montana DNRC Trails (www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=383659) Parking is available at the corner of Spurgin Rd and 27th Ave. Cost: $20 (includes t-shirt) Register: Day of only starting at 7:45am. For more information, contact Phil Keller at runkeller@gmail.com or 505-417-6977

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September 5, 2010, Sunday

3rd Annual Scary Forest 10K • Missoula 10:00 am.  Starts and finishes Rattle Snake School.  $20.00 entry fee pre-race or day of.  Over all male and female winner prizes.  Age group prizes.  Lots of door prizes.  Four different shirt colors to choose from.  Walkers and runners welcome.  Proceeds to benefit Watson Children Center and BSH Cross-Country.  Email pmarron@live.com for registration form.

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September 11, 2010, Saturday

Story Mill 5K and North Church Children's Fun Run • Bozeman, at Hawthorne Elementary School, 114 North Rouse, Bozeman, (406)581-0509.

Sweathouse Half Marathon • Victor, The course begins and ends in the Victor Park and follows a loop dirt and blacktop back road course. Overall and age-group prizes, finisher medals, and drawing prizes with a local flavor. Come see a beautiful part of Montana! We welcome participants who run, jog, walk, skip, jump, or hop. Race begins at 8:00 a.m. Fee is $40 or $35 for Run Wild Missoula members. Registration includes a shirt, finisher's medal, and potential prizes. Registration is open through the morning of the race but late registration does not guarantee a shirt or finisher's medal immediately following the race. Race Director: Nichole Corona corona0214@gmail.com. For more information visit www.runwildmissoula.org.

Pete’s Fall Fest • Kalispell, 5k, 10k, 1 mi, and fun kids’ carnival.  Peterson Elementary School, 1119 2nd St W, Kalispell.  All proceeds benefit Peterson elementary students.  Race entry is $12 per person or $40 for a family of four plus $6 per additional family member.  The entry fee includes a meal and student-designed t-shirt.  The 5k and 10k will be chip-timed, and we ask (but do not require) that you include $2 per entrant to help cover the cost of this service.  The 5k and 10k are scenic, mostly downhill  / level courses that follow a portion of Rails-to-Trails and end at Peterson School.  The 1 mile begins and ends at Peterson School.  The bus for the 10k leaves Peterson School at 9:00 am, and the race begins at Foys Lake Park at 10:00 am.  The bus for the 5k leaves at 9:30 am, and the race begins at 10:30 am.  The 1 mile begins at 11:30 am.  Lots of age groups and awards.  Prizes for all elementary-aged race participants and for the overall male and female winners of each race.  Elementary-aged kids will enjoy the carnival, which runs from 10:30 to 1:30.   Contact Laurie at dudleystrees@centurytel.net for more information and an entry form.

GLENDIVE BADLANDER 10K, 5K, KIDS FUN RUN • Glendive, Eyer Park, Eastern Montana's friendly people and unique scenery await you. Traveling along trail and neighborhood streets, this race allows for spectacular views of the badlands, Yellowstone River, and historic neighborhoods of Glendive, MT. The 2010 events include a 10k, 5k, and Kids Fun Run. 9:30am 10k Run/Walk Start. 9:45 5k Run/Walk Start. 11:15am KIDS FUN RUN. For more info including online registration or download entry form at www.glendivebadlander.com, email: info@glendivebadlander.com

21st Annual Chokecherry Run •. Lewistown,  Races include 10K, 5K run. 5K walk, and l mile fun run. 10K and 5K races start at 9:00 a.m. One mile start is 10:00. Registration fee: $5 by Sept 10th or $10 the day of the race. $10 for a T-shirt is optional. The 10K is overall downhill, follows beautiful Spring Creek from 6 miles out of town. The scenic 5K loop, has some hills. 10 different age categories. Race day registration is at the Frank Day Park from 7:30 am to 8:30 am.  For more information call Jim Hamling at 406-535-3263 or email hamling@midrivers.com   Download Entry Form: www.runmt.com/2010ChokeCherryRunApplication.pdf

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September 12 , 2010, Sunday

Missoula Mile • 1st Annual Downtown Mile.  5 races starting downtown Missoula, across the Higgins Ave Bridge to Big Dipper Ice Cream and back.  Kids race is 1/2 mile, with free ice cream.  Parents welcome to run with kids.  Masters men, masters women, open men, and open womens race.  Proceeds to benefit prostate cancer awareness.  Free screening avaiable for Master Men by 5 Valley Urology.  A great gift for mother! Cost - Kids Free, early registraiton $15, $20 race day. Run Wild Missoula sponsored race www.runwildmissoula.org

6TH ANNUAL HAMMER NUTRITION TWO BEAR MARATHON & HALF MARATHON, FULL MARATHON • Whitefish,   7:30AM START, HALF MARATHON  9:30AM START, FULL  MARATHON EARLY REGISTRATION  $80  LATE  $105, HALF MARATHON EARLY REGISTRATION  $70  LATE  $95. This is a Point-to-Point course. The first 15 miles take you through the Stillwater State Forest on dirt roads and trails, passing Beaver Lake, Murray Lake, Woods Lake and Thornberg Lake. The remainder of the course is paved. Miles 15 through 24 follow the north and east shores of Whitefish Lake to City Beach. You'll cruise the town of Whitefish for the remaining 1.5 miles, ending at The Wave.  Post race celebration and award ceremony at the Wave with beer and brats!! Details and registration @ www.twobearmarathon.org

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September 17, 2010, Friday Night

--- Night Owl Run • Livingston.   Livingston's only evening run/walk by the light of the full moon.  A 4.5 mile course on paved and gravel roads and some trail. This is a fun run/walk that will begin and end at the Washington School, with a festive party afterwards. Race starts at 7:00 p.m.  This year the funds will be donated to the Livingston LINKS for Learning program and the Livingston Schools Backpack Program. For your registration fee of $20 you will receive entry, a t-shirt, a keepsake pint glass, a token for a free beer, post-race food and fun, and some glow in the dark bling. Race day registration will be $25. Packet pick up will be at the Washington School from 4-7 pm the day of the race. Prizes will be awarded for top three females and males as well as tenth and fifteenth finishers.  There is also a $50 cash prize for the best owl costume!! Any questions email kristenwester@hotmail.com Download application: www.runmt.com/NiteOwlRun.pdf Register online: www.raceit.com/Register/?event=1798

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September 18, 2010, Saturday

.... Monforton Miles 2010 5K and 1 Mile Free Kids Fun Run • Bozeman.  The Monforton School Foundation is sponsoring a 5K competitive timed race for runners (walkers welcome) and a 1 Mile Free Kids Fun Run for children 12 and under.  In addition to promoting good physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle, all proceeds will go toward the support of the Monforton Athletics Program.  The moderately challenging 5K course offers runners a beautiful and panoramic view of the majestic mountains surrounding the Gallatin Valley.  The 5K race begins at 9:30 AM, and the 1 Mile Free Kids Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM.  During the 1 Mile Free Kids Fun Run, kids are challenged to beat “Willie the Wildcat,” the Monforton School mascot!  A variety of free childcare is provided on-site, including Air-Time Inflatables.  Parents can enjoy participating in the race while their kids play!  Interested runners can pre-register online at active.com, or by visiting the school, or by mailing the registration form to the school: Monforton School, 6001 Monforton School Road, Bozeman, MT 59718.  Race day registration for both events begins at 7:30 AM.  The 5K race and walk is $25, and includes a T-Shirt.  Additional T-Shirts can be purchased for $12 during online pre-registration and on race day while supplies last. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in the following categories: Overall (1st, 2nd, and 3rd places), age brackets: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, and Masters (age 40 and over.)  For further information, email info@monfortonschool.org, or visit our website: www.monfortonschool.org..

Run the Nine Mile • Nine Mile (west of Missoula,I-90 exit 82) at Nine Mile Ranger Station, 9.8 Miles, 9 am start. Applications will be available on the web www.ninemilecommunity.com, Bob Brugh, Nine Mile Community Center, 25620 Nine Mile Road, Huson, MT 59846

1st Annual A Run through History • Kalispell, The Kalispell Downtown Association and the Business Improvement District are pleased to bring you "A RUN THROUGH HISTORY" . This 5K run and festival will be held at 11:30 AM beginning at the Museum at Central School, traveling through Woodland Park, passing the Conrad Mansion and some of the magnificent historic east side homes. The race will conclude at the Hockaday Museum of Art followed by a festival with a beer garden, food vendors and the music of Andre Floyd and Mood Iguana from Noon until 3:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to participate in this celebration located in beautiful, historic, downtown Kalispell. For more information and to register:  www.downtownkalispell.com/5k-run

35th Mount Helena Classic 5.6 Mile Run • Helena, presented by the Helena Vigilante Runners.  10:00 am start, race day registration/packet pick up beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Base Camp, 5 W. Broadway. This 5.6 mile course starts on historic Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena. It quickly changes from urban running to mountain trail running in Mt. Helena City Park.  The course takes runners to the top of Mt. Helena, 1,300 feet above the starting line, and offers outstanding views of the City of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and Elkhorn and Belt Mountains. The course then descends back to the finish area on Last Chance Gulch.  Entry fee is $18 ($23 after September 15).  Friends and family discounted fees available prior to September 15.  All entrants will receive a short sleeve shirt.  Entry forms available at http://vigilanterunning.org/, or register on line at www.active.com.  For more information contact race director, Steve Engebrecht, at slengebrecht@msn.com.

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September 19, 2010, Sunday

Pete’s Fall Fest • Kalispell, New date and time due to construction!!  10k, 1 mi, and fun kids’ carnival.  Peterson Elementary School, 1119 2nd St W, Kalispell.  All proceeds benefit Peterson elementary students.  Race entry is $15 per person or $50 for a family of four plus $8 per additional family member.  The entry fee includes a meal and student-designed t-shirt.  The 5k and 10k will be chip-timed by Run Whitefish Inc.  The 5k and 10k are scenic, mostly downhill  / level courses that end at Peterson School.  The 1 mile begins and ends at Peterson School.  The bus for the 10k leaves Peterson School at 11:30 am, and the race begins at Foys Lake Park at 12:30 am.  The bus for the 5k leaves at 12:00 pm, and the race begins at 1:00 pm.  The 1 mile begins at 2:00 pm.  Lots of age groups and awards.  Prizes for all elementary-aged race participants and for the overall male and female winners of each race.  Elementary-aged kids will enjoy the carnival, which runs from 1:00 – 4:00.   Contact Laurie at dudleystrees@centurytel.net for more information and an entry form.

Montana Governor’s Cup Marathon, Billings, www.montanagovernorscupmarathon.org

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September 24, 2010, Friday night

(SHATS) Race #2 - Goats in the Dark • Helena - 9 PM, Tubbs Trailhead, 3.2 miles of fun in the dark. This race is B.Y.O.H. - "Bring Your Own Headlamp." The course makes a single loop along the Ambrose & Diretissima Trails, with a finishing sprint on Le Grande Cannon Blvd. Course is marked by glow sticks. Contact: Brian Wieck bquick50@hotmail.com Website: bquickrunning.com

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September 25, 2010

9th Drop and Trot • Bozeman, 10k and 5k race through south Bozeman. 5k runners can drop and do pushups for a minute before the run. Every pushup is 10 seconds deducted from the run time.  This mix of endurance and strength is a favorite among Bozeman athletes. Dogs welcome at both races. Please dress up in purple to kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Best purple costume will win a prize! Where: Bogert Park, Time: 8:30am Registration closes and 5k pushups begin 9:00am 5k run starts 9:05am 10k starts. 10:00am Awards ceremony. Fees: 10k and 5k races are $25 per participant (includes t-shirt) How: Participants may register online at www.active.com, send in or drop off registration form posted on HAVEN website, www.havenmt.org. All proceeds from this event benefit HAVEN, Gallatin County’s domestic violence agency.  Services include a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, counseling, support groups, legal advocacy and community education. For more information about HAVEN, please visit www.havenmt.org.

1st Annual RAM RUN Trail Run • East Helena, JFK Park, * 5K run/5K family fun run or walk/ 1/2 mile childrens run*  9:15 a.m. childrens run  9:30 a.m. 5K run and walk.  Registration fee: $15.00= adult  $5.00= chilld  $40.00= family $100.00= 15 people or more.  Add five dollars for late registration or race day registration. Early Registration ends Sept. 10th. All participants will receive a water bottle and there are various prizes for top finishers. All proceeds go to Helena Christian School Education! Registration starts from 8:00-9:00 a.m. BBQ in the park 10:30-12:30= $2.00 per person! Please contact Dawn Peterson @ dawnie_peterson@hotmail.com to have registration form forwarded to you or call 406-461-9406 for more information!

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September 26, Sunday, 2010

3rd Annual Fall Classic Relay 12K • Missoula 10:30 am.  Starts and finishes@ Blue Mountain Recreation area.  Individuals may run the entire 12K or 8K or 4K.  Teams of 3 will each run 4K for the team competition.  $20.00 for individuals.  $56.00 per team.  You may sign up day of or early for the same price.  Team prizes.  Door prizes.  4 different shirts to choose from.  Proceeds to benefit Watson Children Center and BSH Cross-Country.  Email pmarron@live.com for registration form.

Canine Classic • Missoula The 2nd annual Canine Classic is a charity foot/paw race for you and your best four-legged canine companion.  Choose from a ½ marathon or 10k timed race, or choose a 5 mile or 2 mile hike (untimed).  The event takes place on the trails surrounding The Resort at Paws Up in Greenough, Montana and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the care of homeless animals at the Humane Society of Western Montana.  Race/hike start times vary depending on your chosen route.  Participants can pay a flat fee of $50 to participate or collect pledges for a chance to win a prize including a night’s stay with dinner for 2 at the Resort at Paws Up.  Entrance fee includes bandana for your dog, event water bottle, goody bag, and gourmet BBQ lunch with beverages. For more info email Kate Geranios at  development@myhswm.org or visit www.firstgiving.com/hswm.

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OCTOBER

October 2, 2010, Saturday

Missoula All Women's 5K • Missoula • Women of all ages. Come and celebrate, be a Diva for Day! The 5K run/walk takes place around Fort Missoula, starting at 9:30 on the Community Medical Center Campus. This is your chance to shine and show your inner fitness, your inner athlete, your inner Diva. Encourage yourself, your moms, daughters, sisters, friends, grandmom, greatgrandmoms, all the women in your world to play and run or walk or stroll. Great party, great shirts, lots of awards and prizes. More information at runwildmissoula.org. Registration opens in June. Sponsored by Run Wild Missoula. Race Directors: Loie Turner loie@runwildmissoula.org and Sue Falsey sue@runwildmissoula.org.

Stillwater River Run and Fun Walk • Absarokee  Registration fee is $15 and comes with a shirt.  Race day registration is $20.  Race fee only is $10, no shirt. Proceeds go to various projects of the Absarokee Civic Club.  Pre-regististration is requests to be received by September 27.  There will be post race refreshments and an award ceremony.  The race course is a very scenic run along the Stillwater River which is beautiful in the fall.  It is mostly flat. For further info please call (406)328-4314 (days) or (406)328-4775 (evenings).  You can also get information and forms at www.absarokeearea.com.

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October 3, 2010, Sunday

Wolf Creek Canyon Relay • The Wolf Creek Canyon Relay is a scenic 28.02 mile relay for up to 4 runners. The relay starts 6 miles south of Wolf Creek, at 0900 . Wolf Creek is loacted between Great Falls and Helena. Information and an entry form is available at wolfcreekcanyonrelay.net. Early registration deadline is 15 Sept 2010. Contact Carl Clark at ccarlrn@juno.com or 406-761-8322

Homestake Pass 5 Miler Trail Run • This is the fourth annual trail run on Homestake Lodge’s trail system. The course will be on the x-c ski trails and will wind through woods, meadows and include some steep ascents/descents. There will also be a 1 Mile Kids Race (12 and Under). Juniors start at 10 AM and Adults start at 10:30 Cash Awards will be given to 1st-2nd-3rd Place in the overall Women's and Men's Category. 1st Place $125.-, 2nd Place $75.-, 3rd place $50.- After the race there will be a Barbecue. Homestake Lodge will provide the food and beverages. Additional barbecue tickets can be purchased for $8 (1 bbq ticket included with race entry). Adult - $25.00, Youth under 12 years of age - $10.00. Race day registration is available and is $10 higher per adult racer http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm<event_id=1860262 For more information go to the website, www.homestakelodge.com, or contact Chris at 406-585-8052, or email, chris@homestakelodge.com

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October 9, 2010, Sat.

 29th Le Grizz Ultramarathon  • Spotted Bear, 8 a.m. 50 miles on forest road along Hungry Horse Reservoir. $85 pre-entry. Entries close September 25, 2010. USATF Membership required. All information and registration handled only through web site: www.cheetahherders.com

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October 10, 2010, Sunday

(SHATS) Race #3 - Goat Pursuit • Helena, 9 AM, Mt. Helena Ridge Run, 6.6 miles point to point time-trial format. The trolley shuttle will leave the Helena Public Library at 8 am to carry runners to the top. The course starts with switchbacks up to the Helena Ridge, the rest of the course is primarily downhill on moderately technical singletrack, finishing at Dump Gulch Trailhead. This race is run as a time trial format - a runner will start every 30 seoconds, starting with the slowest runner. If this is your first race in the series, please send a recent 10k or 12k time. Contact: Brian Wieck bquick50@hotmail.com Website: bquickrunning.com

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October 16, 2010, Saturday

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October 17, 2010, Sunday

(SHATS) Race #4 - Goat Grind • Helena, 10 AM Elkhorn Endurance Retreat (597 McClellan Creek Road, Clancy), 4 miles.   Directions to Elkhorn Endurance Retreat
One series champion referred to this course as a "meatgrinder." It has steep hills, a creek crossing, and some technical singletrack. Race is followed by a pancake brunch and awards ceremony. Contact: Brian Wieck bquick50@hotmail.com Website: bquickrunning.com

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October 23, 2010, Saturday

5th Raw Deal Run and Fun Walk • Sweet Grass, 5K, 10K, Chili Feed and Halloween Costume Contest, 10:30 am start.  Location and Description: Starts (South of Big Timber) at the Raw Deal Ranch , approximately one mile south of McLeod, MT and winds through the breathtaking scenery of the Raw Deal Ranch and Michael Keaton’s Ranch, continues through the quaint town of McLeod before returning to savor the awe-inspiring views of the Boulder River Valley.  Run terrain is a mixture of flat ground as well as gentle sloping hills of asphalt and dirt roads. Entry Fee: $20.00 Pre-Registration $25.00 After October 15, 2010  Race day registration:  9:00 – 10:00 am.  Prizes: All entrants receive race day shirts and post race Chili Feed.  Awards and other prizes will be given during the Chili Feed.  Prizes consist of gift certificates and “raw deals” (locally produced meats and produce packages). Awards and “raw deals” are given to Overall Best Time, Oldest and Youngest Runner, greatest distance traveled to participate and Best Halloween Costume. Contact: Sweet Grass Health and Wellness Foundation at 406-932-3090 or e-mail at sghwf@itstrianlge.com Register at www.active.com

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November 25, 2010 Thursday, Thanksgiving Day

- - - Huffing For Stuffing Thanksgiving Day Run • Bozeman. Hungry to run on Thanksgiving Day? Come see what all the Huff is about and join our 4th annual fundraiser event! 5K and 10K races, Kids’ Run and [NEW] Untimed 5K event for walkers and non-competitive runners. All event courses start & finish at the Museum of the Rockies! Don't miss the costumed dinosaur chase our turkey runners. Fun prizes for all runners who "Smoke the Turkey" in the 5K! All participants and volunteers receive a long-sleeve micro-fiber race shirt and cornucopia of fun! Terrific awards again this year. Kids’ Run starts at 8:00am, 10K at 8:50am, 5K Race & Untimed 5K at 9:15am. Entry fee for 5K/Untimed 5K/10K: $20; Kids' Run FREE with a canned food donation. Proceeds benefit the Gallatin Valley Food Bank; our three year cumulative total is $47,100! Please bring non-perishable food donations! Huffing For Stuffing is about community support, family and fun; so runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. Access the Registration Form from race website: www.huffingforstuffing.com or register online at Active.com. Race day registration opens at 7:00am and costs $25. See website for more details. Contact: huffingforstuffing@yahoo.com or call 406-599-6283. 150 Volunteers needed! Don't want to run? Please consider volunteering. Event provided by Big Sky Wind Drinkers.

Burn The Bird • Great Falls Montana.  5k and 10k fun run/walk.  burnthebirdmt.com for more information. Active.com for registration. Contact Syd Rogers for more information at 406-590-7937.  Racemt.com event.

Turkey Day 8K • Missoula, flat 8K is an out and back along the Kim Williams Trail, starting and finishing, at the Boone and Crockett Club on Thanksgiving morning. The race is open to anyone wanting to get some fresh air and exercise before feasting on a Thanksgiving meal! It's a great run/walk to do as a family on the holiday. The course is open to strollers and walkers. Race Director: Courtney Babcock courtneybabcock@yahoo.com. For more information visit www.runwildmissoula.org

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December 5, 2010, Sunday

5th U of M, HHP Freezer Burn • Frenchtown, (15 miles west of Missoula) 10 MILE & 5k run/walk, 10:00 a.m. start, (Race day registration and bib pick-up begins at 8:45 a.m; add $5 to registration fee for late registration postmarked after 12/1/10), Frenchtown High School Parking Lot. A 10 Mile Run and 5km (3.1 mile) run/fitness walk. Cost: 10 Mile : $10 with Griz Card, others $20 The 5km: $5 with Griz Card, others $10, 13 and under free! Add $15 for a VERY cool long sleeved Tshirt (Tshirts for preregistrants guaranteed – race day sold till they are gone) .Steven Gaskill, Ph.D. The University of Montana, HHP Dept., 101 McGill Hall, Missoula, MT 59812 243-4268 steven.gaskill@umontana.edu . Registration form and moreinformation: www.runmt.com/2010FreezerBurnEntry.pdf

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