SOTA Run Club

05/23/2026

Small town mornings, fresh air, good people, and a whole lot of support for the ones who served. The Veterans Helping Veterans 5K/Fun Run 2026 was a success, and we’re grateful to have been a small part of something that means so much.

Seeing people come out for their health, their community, and our veterans is exactly what it’s all about. Proud of every walker, runner, cheerleader, coffee-holder, and “I almost didn’t come but I’m glad I did” person out there this morning.

Already counting down to next year.

05/22/2026

Tomorrow we run for something bigger than pace splits and Garmin stats. Join Sota Run Club at the wildlife refuge at 8AM as we come together to support our veterans. Walk, run, jog, power-strut dramatically in matching neutrals… whatever gets you there. Come move your body, soak in the scenery, and show up for the people who’ve shown up for all of us.



SupportOurVeterans

05/15/2026

Watertown BWW 5k

05/12/2026

Ok my training has officially started, Healing from a calf injury, building a salon, and keeping my girls at Studio Velvaere on track has set me back but I’m here! I’m not quitting and neither should you, setbacks are a part of life. If you don’t learn over, you’re not gonna get very far. Join me as I train to do what I once thought was impossible.

04/25/2026

I couldn’t make it to the Hartford Beach State Park get together for the Run for the Trees virtual 5k, but I got it done yesterday slowly but surely. I’m still recovering from my calf injury, but I made it!

04/22/2026

Veterans helping out veterans. Come join 5K or 1 mile walk run Saturday, May 23 at the big Stone wildlife refuge auto tour Drive. Located 1.5 miles SE Ortonville on HWY 7
Contact who has been working so hard to put this together for you with any questions. Or you can DM me here.

04/07/2026

Meet whoever wants to run tomorrow after work at the auto tour! Hopefully the weather will be decent and we can gets some miles under our belts!

03/19/2026

Impromptu miles in suspiciously nice weather… we’ll take it.

Sota Run Club is waking back up and we’re lining up some spring training get-togethers that are actually doable, not intimidating, and maybe even a little fun.

We’ll have everything ready at the expo. Stop by the Studio Velvaere booth, say hi, and let’s get you running with us.

RunCommunity

02/23/2026

Ok you guys this is the moment I’ve been waiting for!!! The place I fell in love with trail running is hosting a trail run/walk!!!!!! If you ever wanted to dip your toes in the water here’s your chance to start! And in the most beautiful state park we are so lucky to have!

Registration is open for the 2026 Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K!

Inspired by the legendary Bob Ross and his love of the outdoors, Run for the Trees takes place April 18–26, aligning with Earth Day and Arbor Day. This fun, feel-good event is all about getting outside—walk, run, jog, stroll, or roll. You choose the pace and the place, anywhere outdoors (we recommend state parks and trails 😉).

Your $36 registration includes:

• A keepsake Happy Little T-shirt
• A commemorative race bib
• Bob Ross-inspired finisher’s medal
• Shipping
• Support for tree planting and forest protection in South Dakota State Parks.

Register by April 1 to ensure your race packet arrives in time. Space is limited and may sell out!

Sign up now: runsignup.com/happylittletrees

Want to make it a group outing? Gather your own crew and hit the trails together, or check the GFP Events page to see if your local state park is hosting a Run for the Trees meet-up: https://license.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com/Event/EventsHome.aspx

02/11/2026

Informal Valentine's Day 5k around Flynn Trail, Saturday Feb 14th, at 10am. Walk or jog as many laps as you like. Should be a beautiful day!

02/11/2026

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