Plutonium Man Triathlon
2025-08-30 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
To sign up for this event go to Plutonium Man Triathlon

Place
WSU Tri-Cities
2710 Crimson Way
Richland, WA 99354

Description

THE PLUTONIUM MAN TRIATHLON TAKES PLACE ON AUGUST 30, 2025
TWO DISTANCES TO CHOOSE FROM: you have the choice of Olympic distance, sprint distance, or relay teams for the Olympic distance event.
RACE FORMAT: 1.3 km swim; 40 km bike; 10 km run for the Olympic distance triathlon and 1.3 km swim, 20 km bike, and 5 km run for the sprint distance triathlon.
Course Description: Swimmers enter the Columbia River at a beach about 400 yards upstream of the North Richland starch plant and swim downstream with the current (fast times, baby) 1.3 km to the exit just upstream of Sprout Road. The single transition area will be at the SE corner of the WSU Tri-Cities campus grounds. Cyclists will head west on Sprout Road, turn right on George Washington Way and follow the course as described on the course maps. Olympic distance triathletes will do 2 loops of the bike course while the sprint distance triathletes do one loop.
The run will also consist of two loops that take runners upstream (north) along the foot path, with a hard left turn by the Triton Submarine monument, back along Richardson Road, taking a left on Crimson Way, and back through the WSU campus. Olympic distance triathletes do two loops of this course and the sprint distance triathletes do one loop of the run course.
To sign up for this event go to Plutonium Man Triathlon
Fees:
• Race – $55 by August 18th at 11:59 pm and $70 after that (3RRR members get a $3 discount).
• Additional cost for a USAT one day license if not a USAT member
(As a sanctioned USA Triathlon (USAT) event, all participants are required to have a USAT license. If you are not a card carrying member a One Day License must be purchased. As you register you will be prompted to pay the one-day license fee. If you are a current USAT member you won’t need to purchase a One Day License. Simply enter your USAT Member Number where prompted.)
3RRR members get the discount mentioned above if they register by the pre-registration deadline of August 18, 2025.
JOIN THE 3RRR CLUB: To get the 3RRR discount noted above, join the 3RRR club and get discounts on this race and other races put on by 3RRR. Only $20 per year covers everyone in the family at one address. Here is the RunSignUp link. https://runsignup.com/Club/WA/Richland/3RiversRoadRunners to sign up for the club.
Athlete limit for this event is 275 individuals and 25 teams. Please note: Mail-in registration is not available…you may register on-line ONLY – NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Clothing Option: A high-quality short-sleeved tech fabric t-shirt is available for and additional $20.
Awards: Top 3 overall men and women for the Olympic and sprint distances, along with top 3 in each 5-year age group for both of these triathlons. The top two teams in each of the 3 relay divisions also receive awards.
Check the Negative Split website on your phone at www.nsplit.com/results to see if you placed in your age group or were one of the top 3 overall men or women and you can collect your award after the race at the Rotary stage at the finish line. Please give us a little time after the race to have your award ready for you, so you have plenty of time to stow your gear after the race before picking up your award. Awards are race glasses that will NOT be mailed. If you miss the pick up after the race you will need to contact Eric at sageg@charter.net to arrange a pickup time for your award.
On-line Registration Deadline: To be pre-registered for The Plutonium Man Triathlon, you must enter by August 12, 2024. A late fee of $15 will apply after this date. On-line registration will be available until August 20, 2024, or end earlier if participant limit is reached. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS: We sympathize with life’s uncertainties but there are no refunds. Entries are not transferrable to another race or to the team competition. Please, please, please plan accordingly.
To sign up for this event go to Plutonium Man Triathlon
Chip Timing: Timing chips will be used to record split and finish times. Timing chips will be distributed race morning at check-in. Be sure to turn your timing chip in at the finish line to avoid a lost chip charge. Race results will be available by Negative Split Event Timing at www.nsplit.com/results.
Day Before Race Schedule: Packet pickup available between 4:30 and 6:00 pm at Atomic Ale Brewpub, 1015 Lee Blvd, Richland, WA 99352.
Race Day Schedule: On race day, arrive early and be prepared for the following:
• 7:00 am – Packet/timing chip pickup starts
• 8:30 am – Mandatory pre-race meeting
• 9:00 am – Race start
• 12:30 pm – Course closes
SWAG: All individual triathletes will receive a Plutonium Man runner’s hat prior to the race and thanks to Dr. Eric Turner with In Motion Chiropractic, all finishers will receive a finisher medal. Thanks, Doc.
Special Considerations: Please note the following:
• NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Cut-Off Times: For course safety reasons, we must pull you from the race if you have not completed the bike leg after 2 hours and 30 minutes on the race clock. If you feel you cannot finish the Olympic bike leg in this 2.5 hours or the overall Olympic distance race in the 3.5 hour limit, please enter the sprint distance event.
Questions: Please contact Eric Greager at sageg@charter.net with any race questions.
Volunteers: We need lots of volunteers for all our multi-sport events. If you can help at this event, please contact Eric Greager at sageg@charter.net .
And one more thing: Are you racing 70.3 Washington and using Plutonium Man as your warm-up race, to scope out the river and the top of the run course? Why not make it a triathlon weekend? Join Coach Juliet Hochman, 70.3 World Champion and – more importantly – 70.3 Washington Champion in 2024, for a 70.3 Washington Race Preview Clinic on Sunday, August 31. More information can be found on the LifeSport Coaching website or the camp’s landing page. Questions? Email Juliet at juliet@lifesportcoaching.com!
To sign up for this event go to Plutonium Man Triathlon

Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at sageg@charter.net

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WSU Tri-Cities
2710 Crimson Way
Richland, WA 99354

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Little X
2025-09-01 09:00 - 10:30
Big Cross Racing Presents
31st Annual Little Cross (The Pie Run)
LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 MONDAY 9:00 AM
RACE DAY REGSTRATION ONLY:
Benefits go to Pasco High Cross Country
School Pay (Credit/Debit) or Cash
Tri-Cities International Cross Country Course (BIGX)
3006 Rd. 36 Pasco, WA (on Rd 36 ½ mi N of Argent Rd)
5km cross country run, 1 mile kids run, 1 mile open walk.
SCHEDULE: REGSTRATION OPENS: 7:30 AM
1mile 8:15am, 5km 9:00am
ENTRY FEES: 1mile: $5 or $20 for a family of 4 or more, 5k $10
TIMING: Times will be recorded & posted on site,
as soon as everyone has finished & times are recorded.
Full results will be posted on
Athletic.net on the Pasco High page & on 3rrr.org
AWARDS CEREMONY: Soon after each race finishes.
5KM AWARDS:
Pies to top 10 men & women. Ribbons to top 3 in age groups.
12 & under, 13-15, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over. Pies to random places.
1 MILE AWARDS:
AWARDS: Ribbons to top 3 in kids age groups:
6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12
Pies to random places, runners & walkers are eligible for pies.
Must be present to win pies in both runs: Ribbons will not be mailed.
Information: Dale Fuller: Email: xtcoach53@gmail.com
Contact: Dale Fuller
Email: xtcoach53@gmail.com
Race signup info: Big Cross Racing Presents
31st Annual Little Cross (The Pie Run)
LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 MONDAY 9:00 AM
RACE DAY REGSTRATION ONLY:
Benefits go to Pasco High Cross Country
School Pay (Credit/Debit) or Cash
Tri-Cities International Cross Country Course (BIGX)
3006 Rd. 36 Pasco, WA (on Rd 36 ½ mi N of Argent Rd)
5km cross country run, 1 mile kids run, 1 mile open walk.
SCHEDULE: REGSTRATION OPENS: 7:30 AM
1mile 8:15am, 5km 9:00am
ENTRY FEES: 1mile: $5 or $20 for a family of 4 or more, 5k $10
TIMING: Times will be recorded & posted on site,
as soon as everyone has finished & times are recorded.
Full results will be posted on
Athletic.net on the Pasco High page & on 3rrr.org
AWARDS CEREMONY: Soon after each race finishes.
5KM AWARDS:
Pies to top 10 men & women. Ribbons to top 3 in age groups.
12 & under, 13-15, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over. Pies to random places.
1 MILE AWARDS:
AWARDS: Ribbons to top 3 in kids age groups:
6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12
Pies to random places, runners & walkers are eligible for pies.
Must be present to win pies in both runs: Ribbons will not be mailed.
Information: Dale Fuller: Email: xtcoach53@gmail.com

Columbia Crossing Swim
2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:30
The Columbia Crossing Swim is September 6, 2025
To sign up for this event go t0 https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Pasco/ColumbiaCrossing
Place
2020 Rd 88
Pasco, WA US 99301

Description

RACE FORMAT: 1.5 mile Open Water Swim

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 1.5 mile swim across the Columbia River, starting at Chiawana Park in Pasco, WA and finishing at the Edison Street boat ramp in Kennewick, WA. Swimmers enter the Columbia River at the boat dock at Chiawana Park and swim across the river, upstream of the island and channel marker, then slightly downstream to exit at Edison Street boat ramp. Swim will be a mass-start and water temperature is expected to be ~70F. Wetsuits and swim buoys (no pool toys, please) are permitted. Fins, paddles, etc. are not permitted. Water safety/traffic control will be provided by Columbia Basin Dive Rescue (CBDR), as well as volunteer paddlers (kayak and paddle board).
To sign up for this event go t0 https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Pasco/ColumbiaCrossing
RACE FEE – $25 (All race proceeds will be donated to the Columbia Basin Dive Rescue (CBDR)

AWARDS: Top Overall men and women, along with top 3 in each 10-year age group.

ON-LINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: To be pre-registered for the Columbia Crossing, you must enter by August 20th, 2025. Registration will also be available on race day (Sept 6) until 8:30am.

ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS: We sympathize with life’s uncertainties but there are no refunds. Entries are not transferrable to another race or to the team competition. Please, please, please plan accordingly.
To sign up for this event go t0 https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Pasco/ColumbiaCrossing
RACE DAY SCHEDULE: On race day, arrive early and be prepared for the following:
• 7:00 am – Race Check-In starts
• 8:30 am – Mandatory pre-race meeting
• 9:00 am – Race start
• 10:30 pm – Course closes

SAFETY: For safety reasons, we will pull you from the swim if you have not passed the channel marker by 1 hour on the race clock, or at the discretion of Columbia Basin Dive Rescue (CBDR).

CLOTHING OPTION: A short-sleeve classic “SWIM” t-shirt is available for an additional $20 for pre-registered swimmers only. Shirts will not be available to purchase on day of the swim. All proceeds from sales of t-shirts will be donated to the Columbia Basin Dive Rescue (CBDR)

QUESTIONS: Please contact James Devere at jtdevere@gmail.com with any race questions.

VOLUNTEERS: We need lots of volunteers, including paddlers (kayak and paddle board). If you can help or know someone that can help at this event, please contact James Devere at jtdevere@gmail.com.

COLUMBIA BASIN DIVE RESCUE (CBDR) is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer agency that provides water rescue and recovery services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to law enforcement, fire, and other emergency service agencies throughout a five-county area. CBDR’s service area encompasses more than 4,000 square miles of rivers, canals, ponds, reservoirs, and streams.

To sign up for this event go t0 https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Pasco/ColumbiaCrossing

Trot for TROT
2025-10-11 09:00 - 11:00
Join us for the 5th Annual Trot for TROT — a fun run with heart, happening Saturday, October 11th at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland!
Whether you’re a runner, walker, stroller-pusher, or trot-at-your-own-pacer, this is your chance to support Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities while soaking in scenic views of the Columbia River and crisp fall air. 🍂✨
💛 All proceeds go directly toward TROT’s mission of providing horse-powered healing to individuals of all abilities.
Contact: Anne Preston
Email: Anne@trot3cities.org
Race signup info: Register today and help us make every stride count!
👉https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TrotforTROT

Chamna Chase 6K 10K half marathon
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00
Come out and join us for this year’s race in the beautiful Chamna Natural Preserve! Halloween costumes are strongly encouraged – in fact there may be a prize or two handed out for best costumes! Race T-shirts are available for purchase along with your registration. Order a shirt by September 15th to ensure time for printing.
The race distances are 6k, 10k, and a half marathon. There will also be awards and snacks for all entrants after the race. Special prizes from our sponsors will also be given out. After the race you can hang around, cheer for the other runners and congratulate the finishers! This will be a fun family event. Dogs are also welcome, but must be on a leash.
Contact: Jason Reathaford
Email: jasonreathaford@gmail.com
Get registered at https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=124190
Race signup info: Come out and join us for this year’s race in the beautiful Chamna Natural Preserve! Halloween costumes are strongly encouraged – in fact there may be a prize or two handed out for best costumes! Race T-shirts are available for purchase along with your registration. Order a shirt by September 15th to ensure time for printing.
The race distances are 6k, 10k, and a half marathon. There will also be awards and snacks for all entrants after the race. Special prizes from our sponsors will also be given out. After the race you can hang around, cheer for the other runners and congratulate the finishers! This will be a fun family event. Dogs are also welcome, but must be on a leash.

Monster Mash 5k Creature Crawl 1k
2025-10-25 09:30 - 11:30
🧪 Calling All Little Monsters & Mad Scientists! 🧪
🔬🧪 Registration is OPEN! The 3rd Annual Monster Mash 5K & Creature Crawl 1K is brewing up a morning of spooky science, silly experiments, and hands-on fun for the whole family! 🎃👟
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 Howard Amon Park
🕤 Monster Mash 5K – 9:30 AM (top 3 male & female finishers in each category win prizes 🏆)
🕥 Creature Crawl 1K – 10:30 AM (costumes encouraged! Each child receives a FREE shirt with early registration + swag bag 🎁)
Throw on your monster costume or lab coat and join us for a morning of running, laughter, and STEM-powered fun—think colorful test tubes, wacky experiments, and plenty of spooky-cute energy!
👉 Sign up by October 1 for early bird pricing and to guarantee your event t-shirt. Same-day registration is available, but swag and vouchers are while supplies last.
Science-y Perks & Fun
🍩☕ Each 5K participant and 1K child gets a free cider/coffee and donut voucher (fuel for mad scientists!).
🎨 FREE face painting for all child registrants.
🍬 Trick-or-treating, STEM-inspired activity booths, and hands-on experiments for all ages!
Contact: Chelsea Blair or Beth Crocker
Email: info@mccmuseum.org
Race signup info: https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/WA/Richland/MCCM

Tri-Cities Marathon, Half-Marathon, and Marathon Relay
2025-10-26 08:00 - 14:00
The Tri-Cities Marathon is back! The 42nd edition of this classic race will be held Sunday October 26th.
Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TriCitiesMarathonRelay
Join us at the Riverfront Hotel in Richland to run a half or a full marathon. Don’t feel like going that far? You can also form a relay team of up to four and cover the 26.2 miles together.

Schedule:
Marathon & Marathon Relay Start: 8:00AM (7AM early start available)
Half Marathon Start: 9:00AM
Course Closes: 2:00PM
Awards Podium: 15 minutes after 3rd place finishes. Age group winners claim awards immediately on finish.

Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TriCitiesMarathonRelay
Course:

The Half Marathon course is 6.55 miles out-and-back into Pasco, turning around on the trail just before the Road 54 boat launch. This is a USATF certified course through 2027.

The Marathon course is planned to be the same as 2024, again following the Pasco river trail past the Cable Bridge before crossing it into Kennewick. From there, the course is a mix of trail and bike lane going west on Columbia Park Trail. Turn north on the 240 side path and west towards Chamna Park, turning around about 1/3 of the way up the I-182 bridge. Follow the 240 trail back into Richland and to the Riverfront Hotel. USATF Certification for this course is in progress.

Relay Exchange 1 is at the Road 54 parking area in Pasco. Exchange 2 is at the turn into Columbia Park in Kennewick (just before the skate park). Exchange 3 is at the east end of Carrier Road in Richland. If your team does not have all 4 members, you may allocate the relay legs however you wish. Parking is generous at all 3 exchange points. You are responsible for arranging for transport to/from these points.

Both courses are mostly flat apart from the bridges. The final 8 miles of the Marathon course are slightly rolling. Elevation gain for the Marathon is about 400ft.

Every turn will be clearly marked with spray chalk, cones, signs, etc. and a friendly marshal if enough volunteer. (Yes, we need VOLUNTEERS!) We will also have markers at every mile and 5km intervals. A comprehensive guide to the course can be found in the Athlete’s Guide.

Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TriCitiesMarathonRelay
Aid Stations:

The exact locations and intervals of the aid stations are TBD, but will be approximately every 2 miles as with most other marathons. You will get about 12 stations for the Marathon, 6 for the Half Marathon, and 2-3 for each relay leg. These stations will be stocked with water, electrolytes, energy gels, and other snacks. Info on each aid station will be posted in the Athlete’s Guide.

Let us know how we can improve our aid stations! They are a key component to a quality marathon experience, and being a small event means we are able to take a more individualized approach to them. What are some of your favorite things to take at aid stations? We are all ears to that!

Training:

“It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey there” could not be more true for long distance events, and you never have to tackle this by yourself. The Tri-Cities has several great running coaches and groups.
Fleet Feet Richland is hosting a training program for the Half Marathon. Long Runs are 8AM Saturdays and Workouts are 6PM Wednesdays at their Richland location. Click the following link for more info. https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/tricities/training/fall-distance-training
The Richland RunFest also hosts a long run group. They currently meet Sundays at 7AM at the Wake Up Call Coffee near Howard Amon Park. Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/richlandrunfest
Both of these groups, as with most others in the area, welcome all paces and abilities.
Other training groups may pop up here and there, and we will announce as many as we can on our web pages. If you prefer to train by yourself, there are many free training programs and pace calculators on the internet. Take full advantage of the resources around you!

Weather:

The weather in late October can vary greatly. In 2023, the start temperature was 25F with minimal wind. In 2024, the start temperature was in the 40s but with extreme winds up to 20mph. The average conditions are low 30s with a slight wind blowing east. Please plan for any conditions! The race will be held regardless of conditions as long as it is safe.

Volunteers!!!

No organized running event would be possible without the help of volunteers. Between aid stations, course marshals, event setup, etc., we will need about 70-90 volunteers to make this event the best it can be, and of course any extra help we can get is greatly appreciated. Have family/friends not doing anything on a Sunday morning? Bring them out with you to help you and fellow runners on your way! (Did I mention fresh air is good for everyone?)

Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TriCitiesMarathonRelay
Records:

Men’s Marathon: Michael Brady – 2:22:51 (1983)
Women’s Marathon: Kari Hamilton – 2:54:06 (2023)
Men’s Marathon, 2005 Course: Michael Williams – 2:30:25 (2023)
2024 Course: Ian Sharman – 2:46:45. Jennifer Lux – 3:41:28

Most Wins:
Men: Ian Sharman – 5 (2009, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2024)
Women: Barbara Zimmer, Patti Thompson, Laurel Voss, Jennifer Yogi – 2

Men’s Half Marathon: Steve Dion – 1:14:10 (2024)
Women’s Half Marathon: Audra McPartland – 1:21:37 (2023)

Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/TriCitiesMarathonRelay

Check back for more info as race day approaches! We can’t wait to see you at the start line!

Location
Riverfront Hotel
50 Comstock St
Richland, WA 99352 US

Hat Trick Hustle 5k
2025-11-08 09:00
Lace up and join us for the Hat Trick Hustle — a family-friendly fun run supporting the Tri-Cities Jr. Americans 6U/8U hockey teams as they kick off their season!
Contact: Kelci Secord
Email: kelci.weese@yahoo.com
Race signup info: https://www.raceentry.com/races/hat-trick-hustle-5k/2025/register

The 50th Annual Columbia River Classic
2025-11-15 09:30 - 11:30
Races: We have a 2-mile fun run and a 10-mile competitive run on the docket for you.
Where: The races will begin and end at the USS Triton Submarine Memorial off the intersection of 11th Avenue and George Washington Way.
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025. 2-mile race starts at 9:30 am and the 10-miler at 10:00 am.
Packet Pick Up and Late Registration – Friday, November 14th from 4:00-7:00 Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery 1015 Lee Blvd, Richland, WA 99352
Day of Packet Pick Up & Late Registration – At the USS Triton Submarine Park 3240 Richardson Road starting at 8:30am (North on George Washington, East on 11th Avenue).
The 2 Mile Dash is free for children 15 years old and younger. Let’s get the kids out there enjoying a healthy habit!
Fees:
Free – 2 Mile Dash for kids 15 years old and younger
$10.00 – 2 Mile Dash for runners 16 and older
$20.00 – 10 Mile Run
Shirts cost an additional $15.
3 Rivers Road Runner members can claim their $2 discount if they register by the pre-registration deadline of October 29, 2025 by 8:00 pm and carefully choose the correct option in the “Choose an Option” drop down box at the beginning of online registration.
A late fee of $5 applies (except 2-milers that are 15 & under) after the pre-registration deadline of October 29, 2025 at 8:00 pm.
Shirts: Long Sleeve, tech style men’s sizes XS-XXXL (run small)): $15.00 (If registered by October 22nd)
On Line Registration Deadline: To be pre-registered for The Columbia River Classic and get the t-shirt, you must enter by October 22, 2025 at 8:00 pm. Registration fee increases $5.00 after that. On line registration ends on November 13th.
There will be aid stations for runners at the Snyder Street entrance to Leslie Groves Park and at the turnaround. Stations will have water and the turnaround will have energy gel.
Awards: For the 2 mile fun run, finishers will receive a keepsake as they cross the finish line. For the 10 mile competitive run, special awards will be given to the top 3 men and women finishers in the 10 mile and awards will be bestowed upon the top 3 men and women in each of the following age groups: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80- 89.
REGISTRATION TIP: PLEASE PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE VARIOUS CHOICES IN THE “CHOOSE AN OPTION” DROP DOWN BOX AT THE START OF REGISTRATION. THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL ORDER AND PAY FOR A SHIRT (OR NOT) AND CLAIM YOUR 3RRR DISCOUNT IF YOU ARE A MEMBER. AND IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER…WHY NOT!!! SEE THE MEMBERSHIP INFO ON THIS WEBSITE TO GET SIGNED UP IN THE 3 RIVERS ROAD RUNNERS CLUB.
A portion of the proceeds from the event will be given to Camp Patriot, a non-profit organization that takes disables Veterans on outdoor adventures.
Have fun & thank you!
Janet@camppatriot.org
Contact: Janet McIntyre
Email: janet@camppatriot.org
Race signup info: https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Richland/ColumbiaRiverClassicrun
