One of Dick's joys is spreading his love of running to others. Each year, he hosts an adult marathon running camp.
The 2012 Dick Beardsley Marathon Running Camp held at Rainbow Resort in Waubun, Minnesota, will be Tuesday, September 4 to Sunday, September 9.
Dick’s camp takes place on the peaceful and scenic grounds of Rainbow Resort, 4.5 hours northwest of the Twin Cities. Staff and campers live in modern 3 and 4 bedroom, family-style vacation lake homes with all the comforts of home — full bathrooms, living room, complete kitchen, and dining area. Situated on Little Bemidji and Big Elbow lakes, along the Ottertrail River, the resort has more than 500 acres, miles and miles of private trails, and more than a mile of shoreline.
Rainbow Resort also has a lodge, as well as a recreation center with a game room and self-service laundry. Just a 1/2 hour away is beautiful Itasca State Park and the headwaters of the Mississippi. Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge is a few miles from the resort.
Looking to take your marathoning to a new level? Dick’s camp could be your ticket to new heights, a PR, or even a Boston qualifier. Dick’s camp isn’t just a running camp, it’s a MARATHON running camp. Each day, our seminars and our runs will focus on the specifics you need to be a better marathoner. The camp will help you run LONGER, BETTER, SMARTER.
Camp is open to marathoners aged 18 and older (teen campers welcome, too, with a parent or guardian also registered at camp). Campers should arrive between noon and 4:00 p.m. on the first day of camp, which officially kicks off with a run, dinner, and an opening talk. Camp ends with a final run involving the campers and staff, followed by a brunch. Daily seminars and runs will focus on the types of running that every successful marathon training program should include: hill training, tempo running, long-distance running, and speedwork.
We will also run the Dick Beardsley Half-Marathon (or 5K). Our fantastic staff will be available the entire week for countless one-on-one time as well. You will get personalized help to create a training program that is right for you. Give us a week and your marathoning will never be the same!
Listen to this hour-long podcast about the marathon camp. It features camp director Jan Seeley, Dick Beardsley, coaches, and campers.
Here is a wonderful video that Olympian Carrie Tollefson made while she visited the camp.
You can download the camp brochure, with all of the details, including contact information, or you can call or email Jan Seeley at 217-359-9345 or
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Here are a few testimonials from some of the campers:
- Being totally immersed never felt so good; this was an experience of a lifetime made possible by the magnificent people present—the coaches, the organizers, and the campers.—Bill Latter
- What a wonderful week at camp. It was an absolute thrill to be there. The campers and staff are such a special group of people. It was my honor to spend time with them. The fact I learned so much was icing on the cake. I have got to make a return trip. I highly recommend this camp.—Deputy John Everett, WCSD #191
- As a returning camper, I was once again moved by the experience and reminded that the finish line is not the end of the race, but just the beginning.—Greg Hammes
- Camp for me was like money from home: unexpected, much appreciated, surprisingly necessary and filled with the promise of better days to come.—Michael Lebowitz
- The best part of camp is the unexpected. We come in search of better runs and leave as teammates, friends, even family.—Coach Joe Henderson
- Running camp for me was a life-changing experience. I have wonderful running friends all over the country and in England that I will cherish for a lifetime! I can fly now. Thank you Dick, Jan, and all the wonderful Coaches!!!! —Lana Gray
- I found spiritual inspiration and a wonderful freedom in a positive relaxed environment. (I blame Dick Beardsley and the coaching staff—perhaps I can even have definitive proof after Boston).—Al Neil
- Running camp gave me the tools and the confidence to set and achieve goals I never imagined.—Denise Hovey
- Dick’s story is one with the power to change your life. He, along with the other incredible coaches, inspired me to become a better runner.—Bruce Carter
- Dick Beardsley has an amazing, emotional, and enlightening story of overcoming adversity in his life. I think about it almost everyday.—Marty Hovey
- Last year’s camp guided me into a new career direction. This year’s camp enabled me to help other runners through massage therapy and give something back to our sport. What greatness will happen at this year’s camp?—Jim Hansen, Camp Massage Therapist
Read a published article about camp written by participant Cara Finnegan.
Check out the demographics of 2009 marathon running camp participants and coaches.
    
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