Orcas Island 50k

09/03/2020

Hi folks!! Registration for our Wonderland Virtual Race is still open. You can join us from anywhere in the world! Distances from 5k all the way to 100 miles.

We’re lovin’ this race logo and it looks amazing on our hoodies and tees. Today is the last day to order merch if you want it in your hands by our post race party on September 26th. (Save the date!)

Thanks so much to everyone who has already signed up or bought merch. Your support keeps us going and is so appreciated!

More info can be found at http://www.rainshadowrunning.com/wonderland.html?fbclid=IwAR1OypsE7Nmd7n1I5oz6p9uLPSTFicJvYHph2_e6JtCtzHHWjAbZtWbBHPU

02/05/2020

Our friends at The Wild Ones made a great video from the race this past weekend. It shows just how wet some of the course was and probably will be for the Orcas Island 100 Miler this weekend.

This was my four Orcas Island 50K, and my first return since completing the Orcas Island 100. Camp Moran and the trails that course the island are a special place…

01/28/2020

Hey Orcas Island 50k runners! Here's a great deal for those of you who are coming to the island early this weekend: Doe Bay Resort has an open mic night on Thursdays and they are offering a free appetizer if you mention that you are with Rainshadow Running! The cafe opens at 5 and music starts at around 7:30. Swing by and enjoy!

01/09/2020

Three weeks away from your race, 50k-ers! Your solid long days are behind you; now it's time to start getting ready mentally. Be sure to check the website for course maps and all the need-to-know information before heading to the island!

The Orcas Island 50K is unique in the trail running world, with old-growth forests, tough climbs, and spectacular views of surrounding islands, mountains, and Puget Sound, but what truly sets it...

12/23/2019

Hello runners! Did you know the parking lot at Camp Moran is very small? It would be a huge help to us and our volunteers if you all could carpool for race day.

At Rainshadow, we do our best to carpool to races - here we are carpooling to Deception Pass a few weeks ago (two humans plus a pup!). Talk amongst yourselves on this thread to find carpool buddies! 🚗🚗

12/14/2019

Feeling cold lately with your winter running? Pro tip: just run faster. It'll warm you right up. 😉😂

12/05/2019

8 more weeks until Orcas 50k! How is everyone's training going during this holiday season?

08/10/2018

Today is the last day to signup for our 2019 race!

The Orcas Island 50k is unique in the trail running world, with old-growth forests, tough climbs, and spectacular views of surrounding islands, mountains, and Puget Sound - but what truly sets it apart is the chance to hang out all weekend on a gorgeous island with your trail runner friends. This lo...

02/05/2018

Glenn Tachiyama has the photos he took up for sale on his website: http://www.tachifoto.net/Running/2018-Events/OI50K-2018/n-wCNtwc/i-m66HFNm

Also here's the link to the results: https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=48865

01/18/2018

Trail work opportunity on Orcas Island this Saturday:

Volunteer for Trail Clearing this Saturday January 20. Meet at 9:00 am at Cascade Lake. Will shuttle to cover North Boundary Trail from Cold Springs to Mountain Lake. Many blowdowns of hemlock trees in this segment. Bring gloves, hand saw, or chain saw and some snacks. Let Randall Ga***rd know if you can make it.

01/08/2018

Who's getting excited for race day? We know we are! Runners can expect their pre-race email in a couple weeks that will contain all the important details for race weekend, but you can always reference the race page on our website (www.rainshadowrunning.com) for race details. We do have a few reminders to help with your race planning:

1. Friday night meal: we will be serving a pre-race meal at Camp Moran, catered by local restaurant, The Kitchen. We strongly suggest you buy tickets ahead of time so we know how much food to order.

2. Bunkhouses: there are still spaces left in the bunkhouses if you have not arranged lodging yet. They are located right at the start/finish line so no driving home after your run and they have bathrooms and hot showers. Mattresses are provided, but you will need to bring your own bedding.

To buy both the pre-race meal and reserve a bunkhouse please follow this link: https://ultrasignup.com/shopping.aspx?dtid=27418

3. Ferry: we encourage you to reserve a ferry soon as sailings around race day fill up quickly!

4. You will need a Discover Pass to park in Moran State Park and although you can buy them on the island, the ranger station will not be open that early on race morning, so we encourage you to come prepared.

5. Bib Transfers: remember that all bib transfers need to be completed no later than Saturday Jan. 27th. If you are the recipient of a bib, you MUST follow the link in the email sent to you by Ultra Signup and complete the registration (sign the waiver, fill out the emergency contact, info, etc). If you're not sure if you completed the process, you can check the public entrants list to see if your name shows up: https://ultrasignup.com/entrants_event.aspx?did=48865

Thanks everyone and see you all soon on the island!

07/27/2017

Names for the 2018 lottery have been drawn and the entrants list can be found on Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/entrants_event.aspx?did=48865.

Detailed information about the race weekend can be found on our website www.rainshadowrunning.com.

There will not be a wait list, but we are always looking for volunteers to help at the race! Please email [email protected] if you are interested in being a volunteer.

Congrats and happy running!