Jamba Juice Ambassador!!!

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A little brightness in these dark days of the Springs Fire…I am thrilled to announce I have been selected as an Ambassador for Jamba Juice!!! If you know me, you know I hit Jamba Juice after every endurance run. It is my preferred recovery drink. Keep an eye out for my next sponsored event. Come by to say hi and sample some products. See a list of new Fruit & Veggie smoothies at www.jambajuice.com My favorite is Orange Carrot Karma!!!
If you have an upcoming event and would like Jamba Juice to join in the fun, send me a message. Cheers to living healthy! http://cmp.ly/2/eWfLn2See More
Photo: A little brightness in these dark days of the Springs Fire...I am thrilled to announce I have been selected as an Ambassador for Jamba Juice!!! If you know me, you know I hit Jamba Juice after every endurance run. It is my preferred recovery drink. Keep an eye out for my next sponsored event. Come by to say hi and sample some products. See a list of new Fruit & Veggie smoothies at www.jambajuice.com My favorite is Orange Carrot Karma!!!<br /> If you have an upcoming event and would like Jamba Juice to join in the fun, send me a message. Cheers to living healthy! http://cmp.ly/2/eWfLn2

Bandit Photos

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It’s been nearly two months since runners hit the Santa Susana mountains and tackled the challenging miles and elevation change. I will be making a donation to the Sparkle Dot Fondation on May 1 and would like to offer any 30K or 50K runners a last chance to purchase race photos. Please email me at ericgratton@gmail.com with your bib number and I will send over your proofs. Each photo is $5 with $2 going directly to the Sparkle Dot Foundation.

Bandit Ultra Trail Runs

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What a fabulous day on the Chumash trail! Thanks to all the runners for making my day so enjoyable. The trail running community is unmatched in any other sport!

Below you will find pictures of some of the 50K’ers from Sunday’s run…I have all the 30K’ers as well. The photos are posted by bib number in ascending order. Some runners have multiple photos. If you see a photo you like, simply click on the Buy Now Paypal button and write your corresponding bib number along with which photo in the sequence you would like to purchase. Please denote if you prefer a high resolution digital copy or high gloss 4×6 print. Due to the unique nature of the Bandit run’s donation (see below) I am only offering 4×6 prints.

Due to the high volume of photos, I ask that you email me your bib number at ericagratton@gmail.com  if you are interested in purchasing. I will post your photos for viewing or send you proofs privately, then follow the aforementioned instructions for ordering. Thank you for your understanding and supporting Sparkle Dot Foundation.

I am pleased to announce that 40% of the purchase price~only $5 / photo~will go directly to the Sparkle Dot Foundation. If you are unfamiliar with the foundation or would like to donate directly in addition to the purchase of your photos, please visit www.mysparkledot.com

Sunday’s memories will live on in my photos and by purchasing them, you will be helping keep the memory of Amanda Shoemaker alive through the foundation built in her honor.

God bless and thank you.

Bib number: 5137

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A few 30K’ers photos:

 

 

 

 

Bib numbers: 66-5069 below.

Please contact me directly with your bib number, if you do not see a photo of you. I have awesome shots of everyone.

New Year~New Trails~New Inspirations

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Happy New Year!!! 2013!!!

A cliche day to say the least, but if today is that day you decide to start a new then I am your biggest fan. Wherever you find inspiration; a date on the calendar, an undiscovered trail, your children…I do not judge. I embrace.

Lots to talk about.

Together with a few friends, I am starting a member only trail running club in the Conejo Valley. Our season kick off run will be Sunday, January 13 at Wildwood Park in Thousand Oaks, Ca. Come check us out and see what all the buzz is about. Visit our Facebook page CV Trail Runnners to join and get more details.

My photography passion is slowly turning into a small business…keep an eye out for new pictures posted on this site and my Facebook page~Erica Gratton Photography.

I recently had my race report from North Face Endurance Challenge published at Runners Illustrated. Runners Illustrated is on line publication for all things running; great articles, product reviews and happenings. If you haven’t gotten a chance to read my report, follow the link below. Grab a drink, settle in, read and then stay a while. It’s a great site. http://www.runnersillustrated.com/2012/12/slog-dark-north-face-endurance-challenge-2012/

As one year closes and a new begins, I leave you with this quote from Mary Pipher ~

“Maturity involves being honest and true to oneself, making decisions based on a conscious internal process, assuming responsibility for one’s decisions, having healthy relationships with others and developing one’s own true gifts. It involves thinking about one’s environment and deciding what one will and won’t accept.”

Always be true to yourself…now get out there, hit the trails and discover what it is that makes you you!

 

 

The Truth Be Told

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” Even though we live across the country from one another, Erica’s customized training plan for me, notes of constant encouragement and checking in on me-have without a doubt made me a better runner. And of course her review of my running logs have made me realize the opportunity I have to continue improving! My interest in trail running is now spiked as well. I look forward to many years of working with Erica and to hitting personal goals that seemed beyond my reach prior to her encoragement and coaching!”  Tracy Manning ~ Cumming, Georgia

” I just started running and training with Erica and I saw improvement right away with my form, my speed and distance. I have never been able to run anymore than 3 miles and now I’m running up to 7 miles a couple times a week. She is so encouraging and up beat and gives motivation to run more and keep getting faster. Can’t thank her enough for what she has done for me. Love you girl!!”  Deanna Harkess ~ Oak Park, California

” Erica coached me for my first Tough Mudder mud-run. On our excellent and brutal trail runs she taught me breathing techniques, diet and gear prep, as well as how to prepare mentally for the race, among many other things. As a newcomer to long distance running and experiences like mud-runs, it was Erica’s coaching that made my experience with the race a total blast. Now I’m totally addicted and signed up for more. Thanks, Erica. Thanks a lot!” Matt Eason ~ Thousand Oaks, California

“The best thing about working with Erica is that even though she is a hard core athlete, she makes me feel like I am just like her! I am a working mom and wife who is simply trying to be my best. With Erica guiding my steps, she encourages and cheers me on to a greatness I never knew I had in me.” Kelly Pacillas ~ Malibu, California