More races coming as we receive information about each race.....

Saturday, April 5th, 2008 - Spring Thaw 10 mile Run and 5K Run/Walk, Sioux City, Iowa
Race Director:  Dan Flanigan
Always a popular race in the area!
712-947-4295 or flanigan007@aol.com or www.missouririverrunners.com

Saturday, April 5th, 2008 - Africa Wells 5k - Brookings, SD
All info HERE

Sunday, April 6th, 2008 - Hash House Harriers run - Sioux Falls, SD
Details: Starting Sunday March 30th the Hash House Harriers (HHH) will begin meeting every Sunday at 12:30 and running by
1pm from Spencer Park at the intersection of S. Cliff and I-229.  HHH is an international organization with clubs throughout the
world and includes a diverse range or participants.  The run will be for runners, joggers, and walkers alike and will last approximately
one hour.  The run will be marked with leads, false leads, and dead-end marks and will be on and off-road.  Afterwards participants
socialize and drink beer/pop, preferably beer.  Participation is $2 and includes beverages and snacks.
Drinking club with a running problem! Great excuse for exercise, socializing, and drinking.  Contact David Keppen at 605-261-6601 for any questions.

Sunday, April 6th, 2008 - Autism 5k, Rapid City, SD
Old Story Book Island 5K\ 1 Mile Kids or Family Run– Registration 1:00 PM Race 1:30 (MST)
Old Storybook Island- $10.00 includes T-Shirt—Door Prizes\refreshments. Contact Black Hills Autism Society,
Sandy Burns 737-0377 or Jeff 343-2800.

Saturday, April 12th, 2008 - 2nd Annual Run for Your Life 5k - Vermillion, SD
all proceeds will go to benefit the Vermillion/Clay County EMS.  Last year, almost $1500 was raised for the
Vermillion Volunteer Fire Department.  preregistration at 9am, race at 10am.
for more info send an e-mail to Paul
race site   http://www.runforyourlifeusd.org/

Sunday, April 13th, 2008 - Hash House Harriers run - Sioux Falls, SD
Details: Starting Sunday March 30th the Hash House Harriers (HHH) will begin meeting every Sunday at 12:30 and running by
1pm from Spencer Park at the intersection of S. Cliff and I-229.  HHH is an international organization with clubs throughout the
world and includes a diverse range or participants.  The run will be for runners, joggers, and walkers alike and will last approximately
one hour.  The run will be marked with leads, false leads, and dead-end marks and will be on and off-road.  Afterwards participants
socialize and drink beer/pop, preferably beer.  Participation is $2 and includes beverages and snacks.
Drinking club with a running problem! Great excuse for exercise, socializing, and drinking.  Contact David Keppen at 605-261-6601 for any questions.

Friday, April 18th, 2008 - Chris Evans Memorial 5k - Rapid City, SD
CHECK-IN 4:15-4:45pm at West Community Center Gym 5K Walkers Start at 4:45pm 5K Runners and 1 mile Run/Walk Start at 5:00pm (MST)
All ages are invited to participate COURSE: Begins and ends at the West Gym. No places will be awarded, but all participants will receive a
race t-shirt. Door prizes will be drawn at the post-race party. REGISTRATION: Pre-registration due by April 1st is $5 for students, $10 for adults,
and free for WMS teachers, administrators, secretaries and custodians. After April 1st registration fee will be $8 for students and $15 for adults.
Applications and entry fees may be turned in to the WMS office or mailed to West Middle School, 1003 Soo San Drive, Rapid City, SD 57702.
Pre-registration guarantees you a race day t-shirt. PARTY: Enjoy the post-run party! All food is included in the registration cost thanks to
our generous sponsors! SPONSORS: Donations by sponsors listed on the back of the race t-shirts will allow us to direct all proceeds
from your registration fee toward West Middle School. The West Middle School student core with the most entries will win an ice
cream party for the whole core!

Saturday, April 19th, 2008 - 23rd annual Kevin Whirlwind Horse Memorial Run - Spearfish, SD
1 Mile Walk
1/4 Mile Run for ages 8 and under
1/2 Mile Fun for ages 9-12
5K or 10K Run for ages 13 and up
$15 entry
Registration 10:00 (MST)
Race 10:30 (MST)
Location: Just East of Black Hills State University Young Center at Salem Park
Contact: Peggy, Student Support Services 605-642-6294.

Saturday, April 19th, 2008 - *Get ready for the season Sprint Triathlon - Madison, SD
Time: 8:00 AM Start Time
Cost: Madison Community Center Members--$25.00 Non-Members--$30.00 Dakota State University Students-Free
Distances:  Swim: 500yd swim (pool), Bike: 9-mile Run: 2.25 mile
Location: Madison Community Center, Madison, SD on the campus of Dakota State University.
Contact   Carol.Shaver@dsu.edu   or call Madison Community Center,  NE 11th Street Madison, SD 57042
http://www.communitycenter.dsu.edu/cc/SpecialEvents/tri.htm

Saturday, April 19th, 2008 - Earth Day Half-Marathon - St. Cloud, Minn.
All Information HERE

Sunday, April 20th, 2008 - Hash House Harriers run - Sioux Falls, SD
Details: Starting Sunday March 30th the Hash House Harriers (HHH) will begin meeting every Sunday at 12:30 and running by
1pm from Spencer Park at the intersection of S. Cliff and I-229.  HHH is an international organization with clubs throughout the
world and includes a diverse range or participants.  The run will be for runners, joggers, and walkers alike and will last approximately
one hour.  The run will be marked with leads, false leads, and dead-end marks and will be on and off-road.  Afterwards participants
socialize and drink beer/pop, preferably beer.  Participation is $2 and includes beverages and snacks.
Drinking club with a running problem! Great excuse for exercise, socializing, and drinking.  Contact David Keppen at 605-261-6601 for any questions.

Sunday, April 20th, 2008 - MADD Dash 5K - Rapid City, SD
$10 Pre-registration to MADD Dash, Box 3253 Rapid City, SD 57709 or drop off at The Runner’s Shop
$15 after April 21
Registration 12:00 - 12:45 (MST)
Race 1:00 P.M. (MST)
Location: Canyon Lake Park
Contact: Madd Office 343-5066 (Mornings Only )
Proceeds to Rapid City Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

Monday, April 21st, 2008 - 112th Boston Marathon, Boston, Mass.
See www.baa.org for more details

Friday, April 25th, 2008 - 19th Annual Kay Cheever Arbor Day 5k Run (or Walk) for Shade, Brookings, SD
ALL info  HERE

Saturday, April 26th, 2008 - The April Showers Biathlon, Sleepy Eye, MN
A Free Event For Everyone Bike The Lake Trail And Then Run or Walk The Lake Trail In Sleepy Eye, Mn
Noon Start  Call 507-794-6197 for more info  Event starts in Allison Park
A fun event to promote a HEALTHY and ACTIVE Community.
A friendly day of just walking, talking,running, or biking with your friends. Bring your bikes, walking, or running
shoes and just have fun on April 26, 2008 in Sleepy Eye MN.
Anyone Can Do This Biathlon Go at your own pace and enjoy the route.
Contact Person:  Brent Mielke 794-6197
http://homepage.mac.com/thezooman/Personal39.html

Saturday, April 26th, 2008 - 8th Annual Trestle Valley Marathon, Minot, ND
all info is at   http://www.trestlevalleymarathon.com/

Saturday, April 26th, 2008 - Avera McKennan’s Pavilion Wellness Festival 5k run/walk - Sioux Falls, SD
All Information HERE

Saturday, April 26th, 2008 - Get in Gear 10k, Minnehaha Park, Minneapolis, Minn.
All information here: www.getingear10k.com

Sunday, April 27th, 2008 - Hash House Harriers run - Sioux Falls, SD
Details: Starting Sunday March 30th the Hash House Harriers (HHH) will begin meeting every Sunday at 12:30 and running by
1pm from Spencer Park at the intersection of S. Cliff and I-229.  HHH is an international organization with clubs throughout the
world and includes a diverse range or participants.  The run will be for runners, joggers, and walkers alike and will last approximately
one hour.  The run will be marked with leads, false leads, and dead-end marks and will be on and off-road.  Afterwards participants
socialize and drink beer/pop, preferably beer.  Participation is $2 and includes beverages and snacks.
Drinking club with a running problem! Great excuse for exercise, socializing, and drinking.  Contact David Keppen at 605-261-6601 for any questions.

Sunday, April 27th, 2008 - Wellspring Stampede 10k - Rapid City, SD
Starts at 9:30am (MST) at Canyon Lake Park in Rapid City
Contact:   clegner@rap.midco.net
The event is a 10K (6.2 miles) run and walk to benefit Wellspring, Inc.  Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. at
Canyon Lake Park, Rapid City, South Dakota, with the race to start at 9:30 a.m.  You can also register on-line at   www.wellspringrc.org
Wellspring, Inc. works with adolescents and their families.  Located in Rapid City, the organization provides residential treatment
for boys and girls, inpatient chemical dependency treatment for girls, outpatient treatment, and outpatient chemical dependency
treatment for boys and girls.  Wellspring serves over 1,000 young people and family members a year.
Last year’s inaugural race was a huge success with over 150 individuals participating.  This year we hope to at least double
that amount with your support.
If you would like more details about the race, please call (605) 718-4870

Sunday, April 27th, 2008 - 8th Annual "I'm Ready for Summer" Mini Triathlon, Brookings, SD
ALL info at   www.prairiestriders.net