James Varner (he/him), Race Director and Owner of Rainshadow Running, has been running trail ultras since 2001 and organizing races since 2004. His approach to directing races comes from the idea that he is throwing a party for friends that just happens to involve a little running. The settings he picks for Rainshadow races feature some of the most visually stunning scenery in the United States.
James enjoys trail running for the solace and simplicity, for the excitement and the beauty, for the challenge and confidence, for the lessons he's learned about himself and the world itself, and for the places he runs and the people he meets.
James enjoys trail running for the solace and simplicity, for the excitement and the beauty, for the challenge and confidence, for the lessons he's learned about himself and the world itself, and for the places he runs and the people he meets.
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Kathryn "Katy" Farrell (she/they), Race Director and Owner, joined the Rainshadow staff in early 2020 and became a co-owner in 2021. She’s been running ultras in the Northwest since 2014, and finds the woods and mountains to be a deep source of connection, healing, and creative inspiration. Katy’s background as a performance artist and teacher is evident in their passion for creating spaces for people to have connective and transformative experiences. Aside from trail running, they also find joy in cooking for friends, making music, and being the “cool aunt”.
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