Why should you run the Orca Half? Here are seven reasons: 1. Stupendous view of downtown Seattle, Blake Island, Vashon Island and Puget Sound! 2. It's pretty darned flat. 3. People love the race! Read our reviews on RaceRaves. 4. It's part of the high-quality, locally-owned, runner-oriented family of Orca Running events. 5. As with all Orca Running events, it benefits a local non-profit: Whale Scout 6. You might even see a pod of Orcas while running! 7. The race is USATF Certified! Use Code REI2025 for 15% off the registration fee.