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A big thank you to the runners and volunteers
at this year’s Dog Days 8k.
From Matt Mace and Dan Symancyk
Race Directors
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A HUGE thank you to every Annapolis Strider who helped to make the A-10 a success! This race is not possible without the collective efforts of thousands of volunteer hours. We had excellent weather and many compliments from the runners. The 50th Annual Annapolis 10 Mile Run has been selected as the RRCA National 10 Mile Championship. The race is scheduled for August 24, 2025, and we hope you’ll join us to continue our tradition of success!
Rose and Bob, co-race directors
A few photos of Annapolis Striders and Community volunteers!
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2024 Strider Annual Awards Nominations
It’s time to start thinking about nominees for our end of year awards. The Awards committee is seeking input earlier this year in hopes of having a full complement of award winners. Here is the link for nominations.
Nominations Form and Awards Criteria.
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Help Wanted – Race Director –
Eternal Winter 6-Hour Run
I wanted all Annapolis Striders to be aware of an opportunity for a rewarding position within the Annapolis Striders organization. John Curley, who has served admirably as Race Director for the Eternal Winter 6-Hour Run, has elected to step down from that position. Hence, an opportunity now exists for the right person to attempt to fill John’s shoes.
The ideal candidate is an Annapolis Strider who has run this event, or its sister event, the Endless Summer 6-Hour run, and would now like to take the lead in continuing to make this event a truly great way to spend a Sunday in January. No prior race director experience is needed. I’m sure that John would be willing to give his successor a full briefing on what the job requires. Interested Striders should email Tom Lyden at toml@annapolisstriders.com, or call or text (240) 726-0207. Please act promptly, because I know that I will be deluged with applications.
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Metric Marathon
Sunday, October 6, 2024
6th leg of the Annapolis Striders
Championship Series
Registration is OPEN! The Metric is a beautiful and challenging run through south Anne Arundel county. It is an excellent opportunity to check your readiness for the fall running season. The race will be held at Southern High School, starting at 8:00 am. Race day registration will be available. Race day registration will be $25.00 for all runners.
Any questions can be sent to metricmaration@annapolisstriders.org.
For more information and registration
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Down’s Park 5 Mile Run
(7th leg of the Annapolis Striders Championship Series) registration
is NOW OPEN.
Saturday, November 2, 2024 8:30 am
John H. Down’s Memorial Park
8311 John Downs Loop
Pasadena, MD US 21122
The Down’s Park 5 Mile Run is a loop course on paved trails within John H. Down’s Memorial Park. The scenic course winds through the woods with gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay. The race starts and ends at the Fernwood Pavilion. Baby joggers or strollers are prohibited. No transfers or refunds.
Bib pickup on race morning is from 7:30-8:15 AM.
Race day registration is available from 7:15-8:00 AM. Race Day registration fee is $20.00 (Annapolis Striders member or non-member). You may pay by cash, check or credit card on race morning. Exact change please.
Annapolis Strider members online registration fee is discounted from $15.00 to $10.00 upon checkout.
For more information and registration
Questions or to Volunteer
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ANNAPOLIS STRIDERS RUNNER EDUCATION AND
TRAINING
Annapolis Striders membership is required to participate in these training programs. There is no fee for the training programs but you must register.
Keep an eye on this section for announcements about training programs!
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Annapolis Striders Training/Education
Update from Bob Moseley,
VP of Training and Education
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Moore’s Marines Marathon Training continues this week. Currently, we have 87 runners signed up for training. This week, we’ll follow-up our 20-miler with 12-14 miles. If you need some company for your long run, come join us on Saturday, 8/31 at 6:30 AM at Severna Park High; we meet at the back of the school.
For those interested in some organized speed work, Lee Crumbaugh hosts a weekly session on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm on Bates Track behind Maryland Hall. Anyone who is interested can show up, warmed up. The workouts are posted on Facebook on the Tuesday Night Track Workout (TNTW) page. If you have any questions, email Lee at leepublish@gmail.com.
Something to Think About: Last week, like many of you, I ran the Annapolis 10-Miler. Weather-wise, I don’t think that we could ask for much better August running weather! While I’ve been maintaining an ambitious marathon training regimen and am rapidly rounding into shape, I was mildly disappointed this year after finishing the race 4 minutes slower than I did last year. Certainly another year of life has impacted my speed to some degree, but 4 added minutes seems a bit extreme. What happened? A 10-pound weight gain. In my zeal to add some strength and muscle to my scrawny runner’s frame, I may have overdid it a bit. Anecdotally, I knew that added weight did not help one to run faster but I never really considered it until the race results came in. I did a Google search, looking for some answers, and came upon a very interesting site called Sports Tracks (https://sporttracks.mobi/labs/weight-loss-speed-impact) which provided some insight into the effect that extra weight can have on running. The site provides a calculator that you can plug your numbers in to see the effect that weight can have on your running. In my case, the calculator indicated that my 10 pound weight gain would translate into an additional 4m13s added to my last year’s time; in reality, it turned out to be only 4m but close enough. I still have time before this fall’s marathon to shed those extra pounds and come closer to my goal time.
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Moore’s Marines Marathon Training
Saturday, June 29th to Sunday, October 27th, 2024
t June 29 – Sun October 27, 2024
If you’d like to participate in the program, please see
For more information and registration to sign up. There is some additional information on the website that provides some details into the program and once sign up begins, I will send out more details on the actual training plan. Of note, there will also be a Facebook page for the training group that will open on or about June 3 and once you’ve formally signed up, you will get access to that page. We’ll use FB to send announcements, ask questions (and answer them), and provide some training tips for aspiring and experienced marathoners. Looking forward to getting ready for the fall! Bob Moseley.
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ANNAPOLIS STRIDERS BOARD MEETINGS
NEXT MEETING:
TUESDAY, September 3rd, 2024
6:45pm (earlier start time)
Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street
Annapolis 21401
The Tuesday, October 1st board meeting will be at 6:45pm at the Severna Park Library.
Please remember that ALL Annapolis Striders members are welcome at our monthly Board Meetings, the first Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 pm.
The meetings are a hybrid format.
Use the Zoom Link if you cannot attend in person.
Meeting ID: 945 9400 7107
Passcode: 075740
Stay tuned to the E-Streak for future meeting locations.
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Meet & Greet Your Fellow Annapolis Striders
at our Monthly Socials
Bring friends or potential new members!
Check here for future gatherings!
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AS A SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY:
COMMUNITY RACES AND NEWS
See “quick links” above to submit a race.
Please check the provided links below for updated information about the community races, including fee structure, race details, cancellations, etc.
Once posted, community race information is not updated in the
E-Streak.
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Local Group Runs
Are you looking for a group of friendly faces to meet consistently and with which to run? Here is a consolidated list of local area group runs open to anyone interested. While most of these groups have members of the Annapolis Striders in them, this is not an endorsement by the Annapolis Striders, Inc. It’s a way to find other people to run with almost every day of the week.
If you know of a group not listed here, Please contact Tess.
Check here for the list of runs
Training opportunity:
Rosaryville Veterans Day Trail Run Training Series
The Rosaryville Veterans Day Trail Run race committee is hosting a series of training runs to help runners get ready for the November 9th races (50K & 20K). The training runs are open to all levels of runners, and they are a great way to get some training miles while getting a chance to preview the race course. You do not need to sign up for the race to join the training runs.
The first training run will be held at Rosaryville State Park on Saturday, September 7th at 8:30am. The park opens at 8am, we are planning to have shoes hit the trail at 8:30am. Please plan accordingly. There is a $3.00 park entrance fee, which is paid upon entering Rosaryville State Park. There is no additional cost to participate in the training run.
The plan is to break into two groups. The first group will do the entire 9.5-mile loop. The second group will run approximately 6.5 miles (start at the parking lot then run to road crossing near the Mt. Airy Mansion and use a mix of dirt and paved roads to return to the parking lot where we started). Both groups will run approximately 12-14mpm pace depending on weather conditions and general pace of the group. There is not any water/nutrition out on the training so please make sure to bring water and nutrition you will need depending on which group you join. After the run we will have some cold water to hand out and hang out for a bit.
The perimeter trail is approximately 9.5 miles long and buffed out (not technical trail) with very little elevation change (flat).
The future training runs dates are as follows:
- September 7th
- September 21st
- October 12th
- October 26th
The future training run distances will likely change so we progressively increase distance in preparation for the race.
All runners are responsible for their own safety. This is not an official Annapolis Striders event.
If you are unfamiliar with Rosaryville State Park, please look at the MAP.
Please follow us on social media for any race updates such as training run updates.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvdtrailrun
https://www.instagram.com/rvdtrailrun/
We hope to see you there!
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SEPTEMBER
Eldersburg Rogue Runners Labor Day 5k and 1 Mile
Monday, September 2nd, 2024
Register on ItsYourRace.com, at packet pick-up at Feet First @ the Junction in Sykesville, or by mailing the registration form (available on errun.org).
NO Race Day Registration
Packet pick-up: Sunday, September 1, 11 am – 2 pm at
Feet First @ the Junction, 7568 B Main St, Sykesville
The Labor Day Race is the Eldersburg Rogue Runners’ primary fundraiser. Please enjoy this event and help us continue to support our area runners, walkers, and bike riders.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the Carroll County Youth Service Bureau. CCYSB provides Carroll County residents and families with community-based mental health and substance use services.
For more information and registration
Parks Half Marathon
Sunday, September 8th, 2024
Our race begins just before sunrise on a scenic Montgomery County road and quickly transitions into a tour of beautiful Rock Creek Park. As you run through the park you’ll experience the sun rising through the tree cover and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Mile markers help keep you on track and we also have an excellent pace team ready to help you reach your goals if you’d like. Our thoughtfully placed hydration stations complete with awesome volunteers will keep you hydrated and motivated. Everyone always loves our FREE, high quality race photos so be sure to wear a smile along the course because we will have photographers along the way capturing race memories. At the Finish, catch up with your friends to exchange race stories while enjoying an awesome spread of fresh fruit, pizza, penne with sausage, scrambled eggs and more!
For more information and registration.
You’ll get $5 off the registration fee, if you use the code PHM24RACE.
Ironman Maryland- Volunteer
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Cambridge, MD
Join Annapolis Triathlon Club’s biggest volunteer event of the year and give back to the race community at IMMD! Sign up for as many shifts as you can and come enjoy the party. Lots of cheering and music! Friends, kids, and family are encouraged to sign up also. No experience necessary. Hand out water, Gatorade and other nutrition to athletes during the run.
Click here to volunteer!
Ironman MD website
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OCTOBER
Red Shoe 5K
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Our 14th Annual Red Shoe 5k Run and Walk is our premier fundraising event and vital to support our programs and the families we serve. This year’s race will begin at 9:00 AM on 6 October 2024 beneath the Capital Canopy on the National Plaza at National Harbor, MD.
Raise Your Feet To Raise Hope For Families!
Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Washington, DC (RMHCDC) eases the hardship of children’s illness on families through programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children. The Red Shoe 5k is our signature annual event held to raise critical funding for our programs and the families that we serve
For more information and registration
Miles for Migraine DMV
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Miles for Migraine will host its annual 2-mile Walk, 5K Run, and Relax DMV Event at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, VA. Registration is FREE!! The 5k course is chip timed, and all walk/run finishers receive a medal. This event is a fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research.
For more information and registration
Fair Hill FoxTrot 5K
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Elkton, MD
Located in the scenic hills of Northeastern Maryland, the Fair Hill Nature Center provides high quality, hands-on, environmental education opportunities for the students of Cecil County Public Schools.
Our educators see approximately 5100 elementary students during the school year for grade level specific field trips exploring topics such as water quality (5th grade), soil science (4th grade), ecosystems and adaptations (3rd grade), insects and their life cycles (2nd grade) and even what animals do in winter (Kindergarten).
For more information and registration
The Highlands School 5k
Sunday, October 13, 2024
Run the historic Ma and Pa trail in the heart of Bel Air, MD. 100% of the proceeds will support students attending the Highlands School.
Prize money for top 5 male and female runners and top 3 male and female master runners.
Swag; 1/4 zip pull over long sleeve technical shirt and a beer ticket for racers 21 and older for one beer at Independent Brewery across the street from the finish.
For more information and registration
RTB Fair Winds 5k/Fun Run
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join us for our 2nd Annual 5k/Fun Run in beautiful Quiet Waters Park. The course will take you through woods and meadows on fully paved trails. Proceeds from this race will help fund academic scholarships to graduating high school seniors, college students enrolled in science programs, and camp scholarships to help children cope with traumatic loss.
The Richard T Brennan Fair Winds Memorial Foundation
For more information and registration
Marine Corps Marathon
October 27, 2024
Recognized for impeccable organization on an iconic course managed by the US Marines in Arlington, VA and the nation’s capital, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the US and the world. Known as ‘the best marathon for beginners,’ the MCM is the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, earning its nickname, “The People’s Marathon.”
For more information and registration
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NOVEMBER
Bay Bridge Run
November 10, 2024
Navy-Marine Corps Stadium will not be available as a parking option in 2024 due to scheduling conflicts.
Western shore parking is available at: Annapolis Exchange Lot (ORANGE LOT), Anne Arundel Community College (GREEN LOT) or Anne Arundel Fairgrounds (PINK LOT)
Join our social team: ATC-Naptown Running Buddies
Password: ATC-Naptown2024
We currently have a social team of 35 participants, everyone saves $10!!
Teams of 40 or more participants and everyone saves $15
Don’t forget to invite your friends to join our Social Team.
To register
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