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Youth Sprint Triathlon Kids Triathlon

10:00 A.M
Smith Wellness Center, at Iowa Lakes Community College, Emmetsburg, IA.

712-852-5201

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Skunk River Stampede 5K, part of Ollie Big Days. 8 AM. Firehouse on Main St in Ollie. $100 to anyone who can break the course record! .........Results

Rob Wonderlich
25969-295th ST
Ollie, IA 52576
641-667-3801.

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Camp Courageous Triathlon
10 A.M. Swim at Central Park Lake, Bike through scenic Jones County and Run through wooded areas with the finish line at Camp Courageous. Sprint distance with a beautiful scenic course. Monticello, IA.

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Tripoli Fun Days Tee to Spillway Run/Walk, 7:00 A.M. Tripoli, Iowa - Start Location - Maple Hills Golf & Country Club

Lawain Judisch, 1102 2nd St. S.E. Tripoli, Iowa 50676 319-882-3066

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Ogden Fun Days 5K & 1M, 7:30 AM. Howe Elementary School, Ogden, IA.

Coleen Johnson 231-S.First.St. Ogden,_IA..50212

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Project H2O Maffitt Lake 5 Mile Trail Run, 8 am, Maffit Park, Maffit Lake, Southwest of Des Moines. Cash prizes! . . . AWESOME POST RACE REFRESHMENTS: Iowa Chops on a stick, Sweet Corn, Watermelon!!! . . . .Results

John Lins, 515-208-1993.

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“Run for the Cob” 10K, 5K, or 1.1 Mile Fun Run (part of Estherville's Sweet Corn Daze), 8 AM. At the Library Square., Estherville, IA. . . . . . results

Molly Struve 314.N.17th Court, Estherville, IA 51334. 712-362-7919.

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Ethan's Tractor Run 5k, 7:30 AM. (Proceeds benefit the Ethan Hungerford Memorial Scholarship). Mid-Iowa Antique Power Show, Hwy 30 amd Jessup Ave. 8 miles west of Marshalltown on Hwy 30. . . . . Results

Tim Hungerford
641-750-2626

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Amanda the Panda Popsicle 5K Run/Walk, 9 AM. This event takes place at Raccoon River Park, West Des Moines, IA.

Contact 515-223-4847.

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First Central Crossroads Triathlon

500m swim, 15M bike, 5k run
8 AM Start Location: Lake Killdeer,
Dewitt, Iowa .. . . .Results

563-343-7132 Jeff.Castro

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Cannonball Pump & Run, 7AM, (Run at 9 AM) Winterset, IA.

Bench Press a specified weight in proportion to your bodyweight, and for each press, you get seconds taken off your 5K time.

Results

Contact 515/462-4731.

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Twin Lakes Half-Olympic Triathlon Championship, 7:30 AM at Twin Lakes Christian Center, Manson, IA, 750 meter (0.47 mi) Swim, 20 km (12.4 mi) Bike, and 5 km (3.1 mi) Run. .. . . .Results

Bill Morton, 411.Court St, Ste. A, Rockwell City, IA 50579. 515-571-5638

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Team Fergalicious 5K Road Race, 8AM. Fire Station, 2nd Street, West Branch, IA
results here

John & Cassie.White 374-290th St. West Branch, IA. 52358. 319-643-7414.

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Town & Country Days Road Race, 8:00 AM, Epworth, Iowa. 8K Race & 2 Mile Walk or Run. Western Dubuque High School - 302 5th Avenue SW, Epworth, Iowa.. . . . Results

Mark Digmann 563-876-3442.

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The Alburnett Pirate Dash. 5K run/walk and 1 mile fun run.It is a flat fast course. Alburnett School in Alburnett, Iowa. The Alburnett Community School District Foundation is sponsoring this race for the walking trail and track for the community. .. . . .Results

Sharon Robertson, PO Box 332, Alburnett Ia 52202 319-842-2468.

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Nick Wagner's Heroes with Hope Memorial 10M, 5K, 8:30 AM. Iowa City , IA

Tami Brenneman 319-665-3787 ext. 124

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Wapsi 5k, 8am, Kids Fun Run 9am
Wapsi Trailhead, Riceville, Iowa . . . . Results

WGWL Race Barry.Christensen POBox.116 Riceville, IA 50466. 641-220-1406.

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Clutier Fun Day 5K Run/Walk, Clutier Fire Station, Clutier, IA. 8 a.m. Hosted by North Tama FCCLA.. . . .Results

Contact Janice @ 2188 QQ Ave. Clutier, IA 52217 319-231-8498

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Tar Heel Fastival 5K & 1 Mile Fun Walk, 8 AM. Union, IA.

Leslie Reel PO.Box.130
Union, IA 50258-0130 641-486-2211 or 800-806-4482.

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Big Creek Triathlon, Iowa's oldest Tri.
Big Creek State Park, Polk City, IA. Resultsx

515-988.9923 or Jenny.Weber.

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Veterans Memorial Hospital 5K Cardiac Classic R/W, 6 PM. At Veterans Memorial Hospital, Waukon, IA

Erin Berns
Veterans Memorial Hospital
40 First Street SE
Waukon, IA 52172
563-568-3411

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Iowa Association of Track Coaches Cross Country and Distance Running Clinic. Ames High School, Ames, from 9:30 - 4:30. Featuring John McDonnell, 42 time NCAA Championship Coach at the University of Arkansas.

Details

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Dows Depot Run, 5K and 2 mile, 8AM. $10 early entry fee - $15 on race day.

Keldon Ellis 515-852-4672.

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Maxwell Old Settlers 5K Run/Walk, 8:00am. in the Maxwell City Park behind Casey's General Store. The race is protected by the Story County Sherriff's Office and covers the beautiful city of Maxwell! The Old Settlers' Parade is immediately following the awards. . . . . . . . . . . .Results

Curtis or Mary Husske
300 Baldwin St. Maxwell, Ia 50164
515-387-1232

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Atkins Watermelon Days Fun Run/5K & 1M, 8 AM. Next to the Pavilion Building (West Side) located at the City Park on Main Street, Atkins, IA. . . . . .results

Shawn Steffen 506.Pheasant Ave Atkins, IA 52206 319-446-7016.

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The Skunk on the Dam 8K Race, (affectionately known as "That Dam/Skunk Race". The race is an 8K point to point run that starts at the Reasoner Dam in Humboldt and ends at Rose Mill park in Rutland. The race is run on the Three Rivers trail (crushed limestone) with less than .75 miles run on asphalt. Shuttle provided back to the start for those who wish to use the service. The run is part of the Humboldt Riverfest weekend with many activities available over the weekend.

Dean Clasen
402 Second Street North. Humboldt, Iowa. 50548. 515-332-4108.

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Glidden-Ralston FFA & Alumni Fun Days Walk, Run, or Crawl, 8:00 A. M. Glidden IA 51443

Donna Kinnick 29447 190th St Glidden IA 51443. 712-659-2232.

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Pioneer Valley Days Run 5K Run / Walk, 9 AM. Sergeant Bluff, IA. Bluff’s Area Recreation Complex and ending on the Sgt Floyd Trail in the Bluff’s Area Complex in front of the Bluff’s Area Family Center.

Brent Brown Parks & Recreation Office: 712-943-1942 register online

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Melbourne 5k Run / Walk, 7:30am. At the Firestation on Main Street, Melbourne, IA. Proceeds for Melbourne Pool.

Jen Nason 102-College Dr. Melbourne IA. 50162. 641-485-9414.

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Knoxville Nationals 1/3 Marathon & 4K, 7:33 AM. To benefit the Knoxville Dollars for Scholars. Prepare for the Fall Marathon season with the Knoxville Nationals 1/3rd Marathon. A scenic and challenging course, with entertainment and great swag!”. . . .Results

Joe Cunningham
641-820-0283

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Monticello Panther Prowl 5K Run/Walk, 8 AM, Monticello, IA. Start at B.E. Somebody Fitness and MinnTex. Kids 12&U 1K Run after 5K. Proceeds go to Monticello HS Athletics. Computer Timing and Quick Results.. . . Results

Mike Lambert 319-465-4548.

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Adel Sweet Corn Festival 5K, Adel-Desoto-Minburn.High.School, Adel,.IA.,.8 AM. . . .Results

Julie Bailey
PO Box 73 Adel,
IA 50003
515-993-5472.

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George Saling 2-Mile Walk,5K Run, and 10K Run, 8 AM. Starts on the Norrh side of the town square in Corydon, IA.

Dave Mason 641-872-1745.

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MAMM (Monroe Annual Mirco-marathon) 10K, 5K, Monroe,IA. 8AM. Walkers welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Results

Shirley Gilman P.O.Box 831 Monroe, IA. 50170 641-891-7096.

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Traer Winding Stairs Festival 5K Run/Walk, North Tama School, 6th and Walnut, Traer, IA. 8 a.m. Hosted by North Tama FCCLA. . .Results

Contact Janice @ 2188 QQ Ave. Clutier, IA 52217 319-231-8498

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The Relay for Life 5K/10K Run & Walk for Fun, 8:00 a.m. Lower Gar State Recreation Area, Arnolds Park, Iowa

Stacy Regennitter
Northwest Bank
1109 18th St Box.OG Spirit Lake, IA. 51360.

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West Des Moines Soccer Club "Fall into Soccer" 5K, 7:30 AM. Hidden Valley Soccer Complex, near Walnut Woods State, West Des Moines, IA.. . . .Results

Pete Olberding
515 238-6513.

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MRR All-Comers Track Meet, Registration begins at 4:30 PM, with the long jump starting at 5 PM and running events at 5:30 PM. South Sioux City High School Track, NE . The track meets are free and open to participants of all ages. 5 p.m. Long Jump, Running events begin at 5:30 p.m. and follow a rolling schedule: 3200 meter run/1600 meter walk, 100 meter dash, 1600 meter run, 400 meter dash, 50 meter dash (ages 7 and under only), 800 meter run, 200 meter dash & 400 meter relay.

Kjersten Welch 712-274-7553

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“Funday in the Park” 5K Fun Run & 1 mile “Walk in the Park”, 8:30AM. Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA. Sponsored by the Iowa City /Johnson County Senior Center

Lauren Coughlin (319) 356-5220

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Youth and Family Triathlon, Ages 6 through 18. Swim at Sutton Pool, continuing with a bike ride around the Hawthorne Street and Eagle Point, run along the Dubuque Jaycees Trail. dubuque, IA.

Park & Rec. Office
2200 Bunker Hill Rd
Dubuque IA 52001-3010
(563) 589-4263
(563) 589-4391

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CVRA Fairview Farm Trail Run, 7:30 am. 5m Run & 3m Run / Walk. Beverly Park, Cedar Rapids, IA

Lisa Paulos 319-364-5644

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Hartman Eco-Tri Triathlon
Kayak 3.4 miles, Bike 10.6 miles, Run 3.1 miles. 7 AM. Hartman Reserve Nature Center, Cedar Falls, IA. . ..Results

Contact
657 Reserve Drive,
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 319-277-2187 x 15.

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Camanche Classic 5k R/W, 1/2mi, 7:30 PM. Camanche IA. . .Results

Dave Mink 563.259.8990

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Absolute Performance Therapy Running Clinic. Do you want to run faster and feel better while doing it? then this is for you! 1 to 3:30 PM. Free (but we would like you to tell us if you are planning to attend. then we can provide refreshments. . . . .Map of the location

Alyssa Subbert, PT - A.P.T., 205 NE Dartmoor Dr. Waukee, IA. 515-987-6267. Details sheet

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Harvest Dreams 5K, 7:30 PM. Living History Farms, Urbandale, IA. On Road, no obstacles. Benefitting Wildwood Hills Ranch in Madison County.

Dave Schwartz CBC.Fund Harcest.Dreams 5K 5910 Ashworth Rd. #123 WDM, IA. 50266

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St Jude's Sweet Corn Fest. Kernal's 8K/5K Run & 5K Walk, 8 AM, Cedar Rapids, IA. . . . .Results

Julie Johnston
50_Edgewood Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405. PH.319-550-4980.

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DMU-Run-Day-Voo 2, 7:30 a.m. Des Moines University, 3440 Grand Ave, Des Moines IA.Des Moines, IA.

Courtney Tompkins
Communications Associate, Des.Moines Univ.
515-271-1576

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Watermelon Stampede Against Diabetes 5K & 10K, 8 AM.Downtown Muscatine; 3rd St. & Iowa Ave, Muscatine IA.

Dell Wagner 563-263-8804.

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Lone Tree Fun Run, 5K & 1M. 7:30 AM at Tank Park at the North end of Lone Tree, IA.

Russ Forbes 319-629-4222.

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Atlanticfest Road Races, 5M & 2M, 2M Walk, 8AM at the City Park, Atlantic, IA.

Bruce Henderson 712/243-3017 or
712/243-3526. entry.form.here

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H.A.W.K. 5K to benefit Paul Beatty , 8:00 a.m.. Tipton, IA.

William Bails 319-331-7939. entry.form

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Phil Kruger 5K Memorial R / W, Dike Fire Station, Dike, IA. Also includes a 1 M fun run at 8 AM. Walk @ 7:30 AM........ . . . . . .results

Wayne Whipps, P.O. Box 176, Dike, IA 50624. 319/989-2633 after 5:30 p.m.

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Rock River Run 5K/10K, Rock Valley City Park along Highway 18, Rock Valley, Iowa. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.

Greta Giese 1202 21st Ave. Rock Valley, IA 51247 712-476-8081 or 712-476-8010

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Lost Island Youth Triathlon, Lost Island Water Park, Waterloo, IA.

email.here 319-233-1459

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Pigman Triathon
(Half Ironman Distance) Palo, IA. USA Triathlon's Midwest Regional Long Course Championship. . . Results

John Sniko
at 319/373-0741. entry.form

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Durant Dusk Hustle 5K, 7 PM. Durant, IA The entry from here still says the old date but the race is now Aug. 21st!

Sarah Costello
563-210-3977. entry.form

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Ankeny Road Races (5K & 10K run and a 5K Walk 8 AM. The race begins and ends at the Ankeny YMCA. . . . .results

Hayley Handley, Ankeny Family YMCA – 1102 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 965-8303 x116.

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Racing on the Wild Side 5K (Off-road), 9:00 AM. Lake Meyer Park, Fort Atkinson, Iowa

Marissa Nordschow, 2546 Lake Meyer Rd, Fort Atkinson, IA 52144. 563-534-7145

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Dog Days Triathlon

3 mile run, 10 mile bike, 160 meter swim (pool), 7:30 AM, Belmond, IA.

Ron & Lu 641-444-7014 or cell, 515-571-7286

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Cascade Canter 4K Run & 1 Mile Fun Run / Walk. 8 AM , Cascade, Iowa. . . . . . Results here

Ginny Horsfield 563/852-3201.

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Running Wild, Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge, Wapello, Iowa. 8:30 AM. Includes a 5 mile and 3 mile run/walk through the scenic refuge plus 1 mile and 1/2 mile kids fun run. Benefits Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation.

Julie Ohde Louisa Cty Consev. Board
PO Box 261
Wapello, Iowa 52653
319-523-8381

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Story County 5K For Life, 8 AM, Brookside Park in Ames, Iowa. This is a run/walk fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

Jo Mortvedt, 103 Hazel Ave, Story.City,.IA 50248
515-231-5800

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Black Squirrel Triathlon, Swim 1000 yards, Bike 21 miles, Run 6.2 miles. Lake Manawa Beach- Lake Manawa State Park, Council Bluffs, IA.

YMCA email 712-322-6606.

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HNI Run 5K, 8 AM. Pearl City Station, Muscatine Riverfront, Muscatine, IA.

Kourtney Keller
563-272-7440

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Pork Days 5K Run/Walk, 8:00 a.m. The race will start and finish at Fross Park in Center Point, Iowa

Jennifer Schnell, 424 E. Terrace Drive, Center Point, Iowa 52213. Ph.319-849-9221

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Graham 2 Graham 10K & 5K R/W & Relay, 8:00am. Graham Park, Carroll, IA.

Mike Mertes
712-792-5400. entry.fom

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Buddy Walk, 10:00 AM. Fun, family event to promote awareness and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The event is sponsored by Up With Down Family Support and Advocacy Group and NDSS. There will be lots of activities for the whole family including kids' crafts, games, face painting/tattoos, a raffle, silent auction and much more

DMACC Ankeny Campus Bldg 7, 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny, Iowa.

Online registration

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Saber Bowl Dash, 8:00 A.M. Central High School, 425 E. 11th St, DeWitt, Iowa

Bill Petsche
563-659-0726.

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Dexter Gallup, 8:00 A.M. Starting line will be on Marshall St in Downtown Dexter IA.

Chris Egger
1372 State St
Dexter IA 50070
515-789-4337.

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Marengo Memorial Hospital Foundation 5K Run / Walk, 7:30 AM Marengo Memorial Hospital, Marengo, IA

Margaret Staman, 319-642-8054 or 866-930-8842.

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5K Run For Big Dreams, 9:00 AM. Shores of Clear Lake, starting at Armour Pugh Memorial Park, Clear Lake, Iowa. . . . . . .Results

Mari Toyne
2810 Hwy 18 West
Clear Lake, IA 50428 641-357-8014.

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Hickory Grove Triathlon,Hickory Grove Lake nearest town is Colo, IA. 8 a.m.

Alex Syhlman

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Run for Your Life 5K & 10K or 1 Mile Fun R/W. Water Works park in Des Moines, IA. 8 AM. Proceeds to go to the Iowa Heart Foundation. . . . .Results

515-633-3555.

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Scheels Shoes That Fit 10k, 7 AM. (entry form may have said 8 AM) at Jordan Creek Town Center / Scheels, West Fes Moines, IA. . . . .Results

Chris Burch 515.727.4065.

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MDA Stride & Ride at Blank Park Zoo, 8:30 AM. Free zoo ticket for anyone who raises $25; 4 tickets plus a t-shirt for anyone who raises $85.

Kevin Hall
Muscular Dystrophy Association
1415 28th Street, Suite 175
West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-453-9489

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"Caleb Dial" 5K Run and 2 Mile Run-Walk during the Elliott Fall Festival, 7:00 a.m. Community Center on Main Street, Elliott, IA.

John Blomstedt, Montgomery County Family YMCA, 101 E. Cherry St., Red Oak, IA 51566.

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Denver Break-Away Days 5K Fun Run/Walk. 7:30 a.m. at Prestien Park in Denver, IA. . . . . . .Results here

Kyle Matthias 319-239-1273.

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Ashland Ridge Family 5K Run/Walk, 9:30 a.m. Ashland Ridge Elementary School, 2600 NW Ash Drive, in Ankeny. Lunch sponsored by Iowa Pork Producers is included.

Doris Spooner
(515) 965-5700.

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Grinnell Happy Days 10, 5K & 1M, 8am race. Race begins and ends in front of Grinnell High School, 1333 Sunset Street, Grinnell, IA

Travis Renze, 927.4th Ave. Grinnell,.IA 50112 641-236-2620.

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Firefest/LifeFlight racing to save another day, 5K, 5K Team Challenge, and a Junior Firefighters Trot. 8 AM, Iowa State Fair Grounds , Des Moines, IA. Proceeds go to DM Fireman's Welfare Fund.

Carl Noftsger 515-868-5600.

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Urbana Library Fund Annual 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk, Urbana, Iowa

Heidi Beals,
2650 Deer Run Dr.,
Urbana, IA. 52345.

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GO! Jump In A Lake - The Big Creek Mile Open Water Swim! 8:00am at Big Creek State Park. A great weekend of racing at one of Central Iowa's most beautiful state parks!

Dave Mable

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Run for Your Life Skills 5K R/W, 9 AM. Lower City Park, Shelter #12, Iowa city, IA. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome.

Shelley 319-354-2121

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Huxley "Prairie Festival 10K / 5K Run/Walk & 1 M Fun Run" . 7:30 AM. Centennial Park, Huxley, IA. . . . .Results

Eden Gaul
580 Meadow Lane
Huxley, IA 50124
515-597-4580

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Loop the Lake at Holiday Lake "5K Fun Run". 8:00 am, Meet at the Powell Shelter at Holiday Lake (about 10 miles north of Brooklyn, Iowa). Proceeds go to our new Community Center. Not a race!

Dale Howe 2904-37th St. Des.Moines, Iowa 50310. 515-274-1431(H) 515-201-5530(C) 641-522-7089(Lake)

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Le Grand Pioneer Days 5K Road Race, 8:00am
Le Grand, Iowa. . . . . ..Results

Wade Steward
641-479-2082.

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Wilton Eager Beaver 5K, 8 AM. Wilton, IA

Mark Knouse

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Leapfrog Bike & Run Half-Marathon Team Event and 1 & 5 K fun runs. 7:15 AM. 2 contestants with 1 bicycle. All start race at the same time. One rides ahead and leaves the bike for the partner / then begins running. Partner runs to the bike and then rides past (leapfrogs) their partner. Dallas Center, IA

Bill Claman 515-778-1608.

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Restoration Run Half-Marathon, Half-Marathon, 5K, Hampton, IA. Friends of Beeds Lake are hosting a 5K, 1/2 Marathon Restoration Run! Breakfast from 7:00 - 11:00 and Scott's Audio, DJ and Karaoke will entertain from 7:00 - 11:00. All run/walk participants will receive a T-shirt (if registered by Aug 15th, we'll do our best after that!), free breakfast and goody bag. Entry fees are $18 for the 5K and $35 for the 1/2 marathon. Packet pick up will be August 28th from 4-7 PM, race day 6-7 AM at Beeds Lake State Park (lodge area).

Mike Sutter P.O.Box 595 Hampton,IA.50441. 319-269-1024.

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