Christmas Tree Run

 About 7 years ago, Mark came up with an idea for what would soon become the annual "Christmas Tree Run".  He invited all the k-8 schools in the Silver Falls School District to come up to Silver Crest Elementary (one of his 2 schools).  The kids were encouraged to run a cross-country course that took them through a Christmas Tree Farm adjacent to the school.  All kids were rewarded with a participation ribbon.  Kids are not pushed to "win" but to complete the course, at their pace.  Over the years, attendance has grown.  I believe I heard someone say that this year there were about 700 runners.  The kids wore shirts this year that said "Recker's Runners" all pledging to run in his honor.  Wow, what a testament to the positive, healthy influence Mark has had on the kids of the Silverton community.  I'm feeling a lot of love for my husband today. . .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BixwMz93L_Y