Time for a Summer run!

6/26 - 6/29

The Powell Festival Liberty Trail 5k Powell, Ohio

Freedom Run 5k Ashville, Ohio

Our Town 5k Sugar Grove, Ohio

Westland CommUNITY 5k Columbus, Ohio Westland Area

Feet for Food 5k Pataskala, Ohio

Friends of Cardington Main Street Stroll 5k Cardington, Ohio

Worthington Hills Firecracker Trot  Worthington, Ohio Worthington Hills

7/4 - 7/5

Big Walnut Freedom 5k Run and Walk Sunbury, Ohio Big Walnut

Westerville Rotary Run Westerville, Ohio Alum Creek

New Albany Independence Day Run and Walk  New Albany, Ohio

Mount Carmel Firecracker 5k Run and Walk Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Granville Firecracker 5 Miler Granville, Ohio

Bexley John Barr 5k  Bexley, Ohio

Napoleon Triathlon Napoleon, Ohio Glenwood Park

Ashland Balloon Fest 5k  Ashland, Ohio

Grove City Vineyard 5k  Grove City, Ohio

7/12 - 7/13

Dash for Donation Columbus, Ohio Downtown Arena District

Whatever it Takes 5k and Kid Challenge Mount Vernon, Ohio

Beethoven 5k Westerville, Ohio Otterbein University

Triathlon for Hope Delaware, Ohio Alum Creek State Park

Columbus Y Triathlon and Duathlon Delaware, Ohio Alum Creek State Park

Glow for Hope 5k Run and Walk Sunbury, Ohio

Shelby YMCA Triathlon Shelby, Ohio

Roundtown Classic  Circleville, Ohio

7/19

Fleet Feet Family Track Meet  Lewis Center, Ohio Olentangy Orange High School

7/25 - 7/26

Christmas in July 5k Run and Walk  Marion, Ohio Downtown

Summit 5k  Reynoldsburg, Ohio

8/2 - 8/3

Miles for Smiles 5k  Delaware, Ohio

For Your Health 5k Run and FunWalk  Newark, Ohio

Bull Run 5k and 10k  Columbus, Ohio Downtown Arena District

2014 Scioto 10 Miler   Columbus, Ohio Griggs Reservoir and Genoa Park

8/9 - 8/10

8th Annual Defend Your Friend

Charity Challenge 5k and 1 Mile Walk Lewis Center, Ohio
Granville Christian Academy 5k Run and Walk Granville, Ohio
Run for Spaghetti Hilliard, Ohio
African American Wellness Walk Columbus, Ohio Livingston Park

8/16 - 8/17

Fairfield Medical Center 5 Miler  Lancaster, Ohio
Marion Family YMCA Triathlon and Duathlon  Marion, Ohio
Light Up the Night for Crohns and Colitis  Lewis Center, Ohio
Fearless 5k Mechanicsburg, Ohio

Feed the Need 5k and 10k Run and Walk Coshocton, Ohio

The Savings Bank 5k Run to End Alzheimer's PICKAWAY COUNTY Circleville, Ohio

CHA Dog Jog Columbus, Ohio McPherson Commons

The MingoMan Triathlon Delaware, Ohio

Information courtesy of Premier Races.  Find more upcoming races and detailed information at the Premier Races website.

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Responsible ridership and safety are the first steps toward personal watercraft fun

One of the easiest and most fun ways to enjoy everything the water has to offer is on a personal watercraft (PWC). Personal watercrafts have taken great strides toward modernization; the PWCs of today are quiet, run on clean four-stroke technology engines, include significant safety features, are more stable, and are designed to accommodate up to three passengers.



Because advances in technology have made personal watercraft options from brands like Sea-Doo, Jet Ski, Kawasaki and WaveRunner more accessible and easier to use, more people are enjoying them each year. PWCs are also incredibly versatile and are becoming popular for towing wake boarders, tubers, and water skiers, exploring waterways and fishing. They can even be used as transportation to and from overnight camp sites.



To fully enjoy a PWC, riders must be responsible, safe and educated about operating one. Before you insert the key into the ignition, here are a few questions to ask yourself:



* Are you of legal age in your state to operate a PWC?

* Do you know your craft and the specific ways it operates compared to other PWCs?

* Have you read all instructional materials and labels from the manufacturer?

* Do you know the "rules of the road" on the water?

* Are you wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) and neoprene shorts?



If you answer "no" to any of these questions, it's time to head back to the dock.



Responsible riding isn't just about personal safety. It also includes being considerate of those around you. Be mindful of other vessels in your vicinity and how your rate of speed or wake affects them. And don't forget about marine life: Respect ecologically sensitive areas.



The Personal Watercraft Industry Association offers important safety tips, rider rules, local laws and PWC etiquette for riders of every skill level. Information on instructional courses and downloadable safety materials, including a brief handbook titled Riding Rules for Personal Watercraft and PWC Orientation Checklist can be found at www.pwia.org. Additional information can also be found through the United States Coast Guard. Getting educated about riding a PWC responsibly will ensure you're equipped to handle the vessel and can enjoy a fun-filled day on the water.



Before you get your feet wet, remember to ride responsibly. Visit www.pwia.org to learn more about riding responsibly, or visit us on twitter @PWIA_News.



Courtesy of BPT