Adventures On The Sea

The half marathon on Monterey Bay brings nearly 11,000 runners including Olympians, Africans, Elite racers and regular fit citizens from around the globe to run their fastest for 13.1 miles along California's coastal seaside. The race is organized by the Big Sur International Marathon and encompasses a 3K "By the Bay Run" for children and 5K "Lighthouse Run." If you have trained hard–you now have the chance to pace yourself for a longer distance and win a coveted finisher medallion. My wife and I have participated in this race since it started in 2003. This year marks the second year my son has ran the 3K. This is one of the most gorgeous foot races in the Western world, with races taking place on different days such that parents and children can truly enjoy watching each other run. The highlight for me personally was witnessing my wife and son run their hearts out in the morning, and also seeing them cheer as I ran the 13.1 miler gulping in salt air oxygen and taking in breathtaking oceanic views the entire way. The Big Sur Half Marathon raises a significant amount for charities and non profit groups that help over 60 community groups in the Monterey county. My son is planning to run the 5K in 2017. A big thank you to all the volunteers for putting together this world class event and we shall see you again next year.