The 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot is in the books and once again, the community did not disappoint! Despite having only 390 virtual race participants, down from 1,500 in 2019, we still managed to raise ~$23,000 for the University District Food Bank! … [Continue reading]
Glam & Tonics needs your support more than ever!
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The Montlake Turkey Trot, a Catalyst for Community Building
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed many aspects of American life. Our move to a virtual Montlake Turkey Trot has necessitated embracing these changes and finding creative solutions. One of the first things we confronted was how to … [Continue reading]
Hermit Habits
Hermit Thrush are in the same family as a common bird that you see almost daily. More on: Union Bay Watch Have a great day on Union Bay...where nature lives in the city and Black Birders are welcome! Larry … [Continue reading]
Friday is the last day to register for the Turkey Trot before final price increase…don’t delay!
The current rate for the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot ends at midnight on Friday November 20th. Be sure to register before then to get the lower registration rates! Swag will be mailed on Saturday. If you don't register by Friday night, it is very … [Continue reading]
A Big Leafless Maple
Why would a leafless tree attract my attention more than this one? The answer in this week's post on: Union Bay Watch Have a great day on Union Bay...where nature lives in the city and Black Birders are welcome! Larry … [Continue reading]
Video Q&A with Brooks Beast runner David Ribich, and an opportunity for a free pair of Brooks Running Shoes!
We are excited to announce that our race director, Tyler Mangum, will be hosting a video Q&A with professional Brooks Beast Runner (and 4x1 mile indoor world record holder) David Ribich on Wednesday 11/18 at 7:00 pm PST and invite you … [Continue reading]
Last call for Turkey Trot sign-up before price increase!
The early bird rate for the 2020 Montlake Turkey Trot ends at midnight on Thursday November 12th. Be sure to register NOW to get the lowest registration rates! The 5th Annual Montlake Turkey Trot has gone virtual with 100% of the fun and community … [Continue reading]
Masters of Camouflage
This week’s post focuses on a type of heron I have only seen twice before on Union Bay. I hope you enjoy the post on: Union Bay WatchHave a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city and Black Birders are welcome!Larry … [Continue reading]
Sponsors needed for the 2020 Virtual Montlake Turkey Trot
Calling all potential Turkey Trot Sponsors! We are falling short of our sponsorship support. While the cost of of the race is significantly less this year due to our virtual format, these critical funds help pay for the runners swag and the costs … [Continue reading]