Thank you so much for supporting the Pagosa Duathlon last year, and many years before. The Duathlon has been a staple fundraiser for Rise Above Violence for the past 16 years. It has been a pleasure to host a race that brought many people together across racing abilities and from many communities. At this time the Rise Board of Directors has made the decision to pass the Duathlon onto another non-profit and focus our fundraising efforts in other directions, ones that more directly align with our mission. This last fall, for domestic violence awareness month, we began a new fundraiser called the iRISE Challenge. The goal of the challenge was for people to complete miles over the course of a month and complete tasks to earn points to win our grand prize which was a 2 day stay at the Springs Resort along with dining and shopping. This effort was meant to engage people both within and outside of our community. As part of domestic violence awareness month participants received information daily about Rise and information about domestic violence. This effort was meant to bring more awareness around this issue while providing a fun challenge.
Aspen House will be the new host of the Pagosa Duathlon look for more information in the coming weeks from them
What The Racers Say
Wide Range of Ability “I like that there were beginners and more experienced participants. There was no pressure to be competitive. Also, the course was very well marked.”
Low-Stress “What great open space, fun and energetic people, not too stressful at the start of the race, and good trails!”
What a Success! “Thank you! To all of our Sponsors, volunteers and participants!!!! We had an amazing event on Saturday all thanks to all of you and your commitment to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. We had 126 people come out and get Dirty and the DU and raised over $7,000 to continue services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our county. AMAZING!”
Well Marked Course “The course was great and easy to follow!”
Fun for the Family "I liked the family atmosphere. It was my first duathlon, and it was laid back enough that it made me want to come back and do it again next year!”
Good Sporstmanship "All competitors were good sporsmen/woman with positive attitudes!”
Help
Violence is a dirty word! The Pagosa Duathlon is an annual event held to raise funds for the Rise Above Violence (Rise) in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. All proceeds from the duathlon go towards support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crime. Learn more about Rise services and support here
