Race to Space

🚀 Race Overview

Join us for the 4th Annual Race to Space on April 12th on Linfield University's Wellness trail. This is a timed race with 8, 6, 3, and 1-hour options, and an alternate 4-loop relay for teams of 2-4 participants. Base Camp is located at the start/finish of our 1.5-mile loop trail course located at 57 Keck Drive, McMinnville, OR. Profits from the event go to charity.

Sign up before February 1 to get the best pricing.

🌌 Find Your Why

• Various Options: Our event provides runners and walkers with many options because people have different goals and fitness levels.
• Short Distances: Looking for something short just to get moving or to work back from an injury? Try the one-hour Moon Shot.
• Team Participation: Grab friends and run the relay: it's perfect for teamwork!
• Marathon Preparation: The six- and eight-hour options are for those preparing for longer distances.

Regardless of your why, the beauty of a loop course is that you only need to finish one lap to be a finisher (unless you’re in the relay, then your team needs to complete four loops).

🕘 General Information

The various events start at different times to avoid course congestion.

• Starting at 8:00 AM: Moon Shot (1-hour race), Journey to Pluto (8-hour race)
• Starting at 9:30 AM: Mission to Mars (3-hour race), Solar Shuffle (6-hour race)
• Starting at 12 PM (noon): Space Sprint (4-loop relay, 2-4 runners per team)

💲 Pricing

• Moon Shot: 1 hr race - $25.00
• Mission to Mars: 3 hr race - $40.00
• Solar Shuffle: 6 hr race - $50.00
• Journey to Pluto: 8 hr race - $60.00
• Space Sprint: 4 loop relay (2-4 per team) - $50.00 per team

📅 What to Expect on Race Day

Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled race to pick up your race bib. Parking is just a few feet from packet pickup and the start/finish.

🏞️ Course Description

Loop course: Our race will be a ~1.5-mile loop course run at Linfield University’s wellness trail. It is a mostly dirt/bark dust trail.

• Race Location: The start/finish and aid station will be located just off SE Lever Street on Wildcat Circle.
• Shoe Recommendations: If conditions are dry, road shoes work best. In wet conditions, trail shoes may be preferable.
• Aid Station: The aid station will provide water, an electrolyte drink, and snacks.
• Reusable Cups: Runners are encouraged to bring their own reusable cups to help reduce waste.

🤝 Volunteer Information

Not looking to run? We are seeking volunteers for our race! Jobs for volunteers include registration and packet pickup, course monitors, aid station, waste management, and set-up/takedown. Volunteers will get swag and our heartfelt thanks.

🎁 Swag

Top finishers in each race will earn special awards. All participants will receive a pair of running socks. We are currently working on securing additional swag for our amazing runners and walkers. Stay tuned!

🚫 Refund Policy

Unfortunately, we will not issue any refunds or transfers should you not be able to run on race day. Costs are incurred prior to race day, and profits will be donated to charity so we cannot make any exceptions to this policy.

🔗 For More Information

For more details, visit: Race to Space