Footraces across Alaska through May

Ready, set, spring! The ground has begun to thaw, and we’re pumped to dust off our kicks and stretch out our winter legs with these spring footraces:

• Anchorage: The Alaska Heart Run on April 21 will bring together hundreds to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and funds for the American Heart Association.
• Fairbanks: The Breakup Triathlon on May 16 celebrates Alaska’s spring season with a course around the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus.
• Ketchikan: The Prince of Wales Island Marathon on May 26 invites runners and walkers from across the country to southeast Alaska for good competition and better views.

– Nikkie Viotto, The Alaska 100