For the second year, my mom and I participated in the festive “It’s a Wonderful Run” 5k. This USATF Certified 5k race is a part of the “It’s a Wonderful Life” Festival in Seneca Falls, NY – believed to be the inspiration behind the movie’s fictional town of Bedford Falls. While the connection between SenecaContinue reading ““It’s a Wonderful Run” 5K”
Category Archives: Running
Throwback Thursday: Snow Cheap Winter Trail Race Series
After getting bit by the trail running bug a few years ago, I decided to try my hand (or feet?) at winter trail running. Fleet Feet Sports and YellowJacket Racing put on a winter trail race series each year called Snow Cheap Winter Trail Series, and in January 2013 I decided to give itContinue reading “Throwback Thursday: Snow Cheap Winter Trail Race Series”
Throwback Thursday: My First Half Marathon
Sometime around late 2011 my roommate and I had a crazy idea: let’s run a half marathon in the spring. I don’t recall exactly who first proposed the idea, but we both heard about the Flower City Challenge Half Marathon and decided it sounded like a cool thing to do. The interesting part? I couldContinue reading “Throwback Thursday: My First Half Marathon”
Turkey Trotting & Giving Thanks
Ah, Thanksgiving – a day for football, parades, and gluttony! Ha ha, I’m only kidding! Mostly kidding, anyway. For most of us Thanksgiving is a time to spend with people we care about and express our gratitude for all that we have by sharing an abundant meal together. After all, bonding over food is aContinue reading “Turkey Trotting & Giving Thanks”
Ten Ways to #OptOutside In Rochester, NY
By now most of us have heard about REI’s #OptOutside campaign. Outdoor supply retailer REI, or Recreational Equipment, Inc., is closing all of its stores this Black Friday to encourage would-be shoppers to enjoy the outdoors. My favorite part? REI’s employees are getting a paid day off to #OptOutside as well! I have to admit – I’veContinue reading “Ten Ways to #OptOutside In Rochester, NY”
Alli Mincher 