The Spring Dash in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho 2025

A beautiful day in Coeur d Alene, Idaho for the Spring Dash 10 K.  I was on my own for this race but I knew it would help me for Bloomsday which was the next weekend.  

I found friends.  They are all runners.  It was great to see my former teaching colleagues.

Getting ready for the start!

As usual the scenery was breathtaking.  

See the two ladies in the center of the photo way ahead of me.  I ended up walking with them for several miles.  I made new friends. 

Hit the turn around and headed back to the start or should I say to the finish. 

The last stretch. 

I walked faster than normal and I was thrilled.  I felt great at the end. I did jog now and then for a few steps.  That helped the time.  6.2 miles done and I am ready for Bloomsday! 

The Annual Spring Dash 2023

Well, the Spring Dash changed a bit this year.  It wasn't just a 5 mile race. We had the option of a half marathon, 10k or 5K.  We selected the 10K because the next Sunday we would be doing a 12K.  Bloomsday!!!  Yahoo.  It was a beautiful and perfect for a 6.2 mile walk.  

Here we are, ready to go!

The crowd gathers at the start line for the 10K.  

This is such a scenic route! Lake Couer d Alene, the blues skies that frame the tall green trees are beautiful.  

The houses along across from lake are amazing. 

We found some friends. Kat and Freida. 

This is Thomas! Thomas had a lot to say about life, his parents and more!  He hung right with us for awhile telling his stories.  

We are on the home stretch! 

AHHH! Created for us to enjoy! Thank you God!

Let's not forget the turkey cheering us on!

We did it and headed to our next stop! The Bakery by the Lake.  Frieda and Kat saved us a spot because thy finished before us. I am not sure how many years we have done this race but it is a good one and I hope the tradition of the Spring Dash and the Bakery by the Lake goes on for many years to come.