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The Women’s Distance Festival and Run After the Women 5K
registration is open!
Saturday, July 6th, 2024
8:00 am
West Annapolis Elementary School
210 Annapolis Street
Annapolis, MD US 21401
The Women’s Distance Festival is a women’s only 5K, with a companion Run After the Women 5k for men only, held after the women’s race. It is also the graduation race for the Annapolis Striders Beginner Running Class. This event is Leg 4 of the Maryland RRCA Women’s Distance Festival Grand Prix Series.
For more information and registration
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU!
Race Director, Kathy Hanson is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator, Volunteers and someone who would be interested in becoming next year’s race director. This person could shadow Kathy this year and learn more about the event. This is Kathy’s last year as race director. She can be reached at kathy@annapolisstriders.org.
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John Wall One Mile Track Race
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Severna Park High School
Registration for the John Wall One-Mile Track Race is now open. This year’s race will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the Severna Park High School Track, 50 Robinson Road, Severna Park, MD 21146. This is a departure from the past several years when the race was held at the Bates complex. All are encouraged to attend to demonstrate their speed on the oval. It’s fast and flat and should be a lot of fun.
For more information and registration
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The Annapolis Striders are proud to bring you
the 14th Annual Endless Summer 6-Hour Run.
Saturday, July 20th, 2024
Greenbury Point Nature Center
Annapolis, MD
Registration is now OPEN!
This event is a proud benefactor of the Semper Fi Fund-a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity. A small portion of the race entry fee will go to benefit this fund. We ask that you consider contributing further when asked during Ultra Signup check out.
For more information and registration
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Registration for the Dog Days 8k at Anne Arundel Community College on Sunday, August 4 at 8:00 am is now open. The race is again part of the MD RRCA Grand Prix Series.
Registration is only online and ends July 31.
There will be race day registration at $25 for everyone starting at 6:30 am.
For more information and registration
We still need some volunteers to help out on race day. On race morning we need some help unloading and setting up before the race. During the race we need monitors and water stop help. To volunteer send an email to DogDays8k@annapolisstriders.org
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Registration for the
49th annual ANNAPOLIS TEN MILE RUN
is OPEN!
Summer’s best race is returning to Annapolis this August for its 49th year, and we’re excited to announce that registration for the 2024 Annapolis Ten Mile Run is OPEN! And we’re even more excited to announce that there’ll be an entry fee discount for Annapolis Striders members this year! Visit For complete information about this year’s A-10, taking place on Sunday, August 25th at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
If you’re a social media user, you can follow the A-10 on (Facebook) and/or (Instagram) for updates and reminders, including previews of our finisher premium and medal later this summer!
VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED! Please contact a10volunteers@annapolisstriders.org 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
We are already in full swing with several training programs for upcoming races underway. The 5K training program (target race Women’s Running Festival 5K and Run After the Women 5K on July 6) currently has 37 runners participating in training, the A-10 program (target race, A-10 on 8/25) has 24 runners in training and the Junior Striders (target race John Wall 1-Mile on 7/13) has 37 Junior Striders in training.
The 2024 Moore’s Marines Marathon Training program gets underway on Saturday, 6/29 at 0630 at Severna Park High School. Currently, 52 runners have signed up for the training. Complete details regarding the training plan will be emailed to all participants this week and the Annapolis Striders Marathon and Ultra Training Facebook page will also be activated. Of note, I (Bob Moseley) will send out invites to the FB page to all registered runners this week. I’m planning on using email, the FB page and our in-person training sessions to disseminate related program information. Of note, if anyone is still interested in coaching/mentoring and hasn’t reached out to me yet, there’s still time to come onboard.
A quick note on training resources that may be of interest to all runners. While the number of running-related websites/blogs/etc. is very extensive, there are 2 sources that I have found to be particularly informative and provide insights into a number of running-related subjects of note.
Six Minute Mile) is advertised as “a twice weekly email running newsletter bringing you news, ideas, inspirational stories, and special deals for fitness enthusiasts.” Run Long, Run Healthy is the website of 1968 Boston Marathon winner Amby Burfoot, designed to “guide you to the Internet’s newest and best content relating to Training, Nutrition, Shoes, Injury Prevention, and more.” No matter what your level of running experience, these 2 sites can expose you to some new insights that could help you with your training.
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Join the Junior Striders this summer as they prepare for the John Wall mile.
Training began Monday, June 17th at 5:30 at Germantown Elementary School for 5 weeks.
Participants (ages 5-14) must be a member
to sign up. Junior, Family or individual memberships available.
If you are interested in volunteering or need more information, email JuniorStriders@annapolisstriders.org VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!!
For more information and registration
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Moore’s Marines Marathon Training
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 Spring 5k Beginning Running Training
Class started Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6 PM
Bates Athletic Complex – Weems Whelan Field.
E.T./Evan Thomas Jesters
In memoriam for Coach Emeritus and 5k class founder, former Annapolis Striders President, marathoner Evan Thomas (a.k.a. E.T.), we will call ourselves “E.T.’s Jesters”. We will continue his mission and love of running with a healthier lifestyle. “Regular exercise has saved my life,” Evan wrote in his farewell Capital column in 2018. “Mostly, however, it has brought a joy I have tried to share with others.”. In 1993 he formed the first Annapolis Striders Beginning Runners Program class. He has coached thousands of participants in the sport of running. Evan was well known for his humorous antics and quirky behaviour during class and even wearing a jester’s hat to always follow Rule #1: “Have FUN!” during class. The program is a Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) award winning beginning running class. We will have “E.T. made me do it!” on the back of our spring class shirts.
For more information and registration
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Annapolis Striders 10 Mile Training Program
Sunday mornings, July 7 to August 18
Annapolis City Dock (1 Dock Street)
Our ever-popular 10 Mile Training Program is back, and registration is open! With 7 AM Sunday morning runs from Annapolis City Dock starting on July 7th, this low-key seven week program will prepare you for the Annapolis Ten Mile Run on August 25th by guiding you from a base of 6 miles up to the 10 mile distance.
Annapolis Striders training programs are a FREE benefit for club members, but you do need to register for the program at Register here! . (Registration for the Annapolis Ten Mile Run is not included; visit Register for 10 Mile Run to sign up for the A-10 itself.)
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ANNAPOLIS STRIDERS BOARD MEETINGS
NEXT MEETING:
TUESDAY, July 2nd, 2024
The Michael E. Busch
Annapolis Library at 7:00 pm.
1410 West Street
Annapolis 21401
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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Come out Sunday, June 23rd for a morning Striders Social and opportunity to meet your 2024 A-10 training coaches! We’ll meet by the jet at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium at 7am for a brief introduction and mock-training run, making it a perfect opportunity to try one of our amazing training programs hosted by our outstanding volunteers. Afterwards, join us at Naval Bagels (~7:45 am) for coffee and comradery where the coaches will be available to answer any questions or share their experiences. Feel free to attend either the run, social, or both!
Please RSVP here so we can get a headcount: https://forms.gle/j6qpt7n9tFSUyohe7
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TUESDAY, JULY 9TH
Come join us at The Point Crab House & Grill
(700 Mill Creek Rd, Arnold, MD 21012) at 5:30pm on Tuesday, July 9th! Please RSVP ahead of time so we can have a rough headcount.
https://forms.gle/PdyCxALqFCpzXx9k6
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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
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AUGUST
Casey Cares Foundation 15th Annual 5K/1-Mile Walk
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for August 3, 2024, as we invite runners and walkers of all ages to join us for our highly anticipated 15th Annual 5K/1-Mile Walk at the Maryland Zoo! Participants will receive a tech shirt, race bib, and finisher medal. We’ll have awards for the largest team, most spirited team and top fundraising team too!
For more information and registration
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SEPTEMBER
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.
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OCTOBER
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
Registration is OPEN for the Bay Bridge Run. Race date is 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: 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 15+ 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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