PACE Run Across America 2006 - Paul Staso ran across the United States solo and unsupported to keep a promise and encourage kids toward greater health and fitness.

"What a wonderful way for our young people to learn about promises, commitment and staying in shape." ─ A P.A.C.E. Run Sponsor

In 2006 Paul Staso Ran The Equivalent of 125 Marathons in 108 Days Across The Entire United States... All Alone.

In 2008 Paul Ran 620 Miles Across Montana In 20 Days... Racing Teams Of Children Worldwide. Click For Details!

In 2009 Paul Will Go To Alaska For P.A.C.E. Trek 2009 - Continuing To Promote Youth Fitness. Click For Details!

3,260 Miles Across 15 States

108 Days of Running

30-Miles Per Day Average

1 Runner, No Support Crew

Pushing A 65-Pound Stroller

2nd Hottest U.S. Summer Ever

6th Ever Solo Run Ocean to Ocean

For Promoting Youth Fitness...

And To Keep A Promise!

Click For Final Run Statistics

Welcome to P.A.C.E. Run 2006 (Promoting Active Children Everywhere). This web site chronicles the 3,260-mile running trek of Paul Staso as he completed a solo and unsupported coast-to-coast run across America between June 23 and October 20, 2006 at the age of 41. The trek required 108 running days and the northerly route included 15 states: Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, W. Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware (and Wash. D.C.).

P.A.C.E. Run 2006 was the direct result of a determined running and walking effort by 97 students at Russell Elementary School in Missoula, Montana (seeusrun.com). Paul's main purpose was to fulfill a promise he made to his wife's P.E. students. He also wanted the run to increase awareness in kids about the importance of health and fitness. Paul's run began on the Oregon coast and ended on the shore of Delaware. His grueling trek took him over the Northern Rocky Mountains, traversing barren plains, into numerous towns and cities, across the steep Appalachian Mountain Range, and through the 2nd hottest summer recorded in U.S. history - all while pushing the weight of his gear!
NEWS: Learn About Paul's Completed 620-Mile Trek Across Montana!

What Has Paul Been Up To Lately?

OCTOBER 2008 UPDATE: In Spring 2008 Paul completed a solo 620-mile trek across Montana to promote youth fitness. He spent 20 days on the road to accomplish the task. He averaged 31 miles per day and endured snowstorms, rain, sleet, lots of wind, and temperatures ranging from 19 degrees to 90 degrees! You can experience his entire journey by going to the P.A.C.E. Trek 2008 web site. Paul is already planning and preparing for his next trek to promote youth fitness. This time it will be a 500-mile journey through the difficult terrain of Alaska! Visit the P.A.C.E. Trek 2009 web site for more details! October 2008 marks two years since Paul completed the 2006 run across America. Please take a moment to read his thoughts about it two years later through his Look Back - P.A.C.E. Run 2006.

Special Notes To Paul From Children Regarding
His 2006 Run Across America

"I love that you kept your promise! Thanks for all you have done." - Ryan

"It is so cool what you are doing! - Mackenzie

"I can't believe you ran that far! I've ran so much that I've gotten in better shape and I got faster, and I'm sure other kids have too! I think it's great that kids everywhere are getting in better shape.
Now I run at home, at recess, and well... a whole lot of other places! - Cami

"Not a lot of grown ups keep their promises." - Cheyenne

"A friend and I are doing this thing we call 'Mission Possible'. We get together every Saturday to
walk the track or ride bikes or something. We did it all because of you! Thanks!" - Kristy

"I think it's great that you believe in yourself." - Chantelle

"This year you encouraged us to virtually run across America.
A lot of people thought that we couldn't do it, but we did!" - Ollie

"You encourage kids to run, that don't normally run. By doing this you got us to realize
we can do a lot of stuff... So for this, thank you." - Matthew

"You are such an inspiration to me!" - Chelsea

"Thank you for everything, especially keeping your promise. All I can say is WOW!" - Alice

"Thanks for teaching us the good that running gets you." - Aaron

"I had so much fun during our virtual trek across America. Plus, I've become more fit!" - Kelleigh

"From the virtual run experience I learned to never give up, even if you're exhausted.
You should keep going." - Jessica

"I think running is fun. I'm glad that you let us do the virtual Run/Walk Across America." - McKenzie

"You have done so many good things, and this run is one of them." - Joree

"You have been a real inspiration to me, and a lot of other kids." - Ashlin

"I knew that you would keep your promise. You are awesome!" - Emily

"I learned this year from running across America (virtually) that anything is possible.
This has been a great year for me to run so much. You just have to set your mind to it and run!" - Kristy

"I am so amazed of what you have done. You took the challenge and succeeded!" - Shae

"One day I wish to become as athletic as you. I'm currently doing sports in school...
and you just amaze me so much!" - Laura

"I want you to know how much of a hero you are to our family.
I am so proud of you that you made it across the U.S.!" - Ashley