The Northern Central Trail Marathon (26.2 M) and 2 Person Relay (13.1 M
each) will be held Saturday November 24, 2007 in northern Baltimore County,
Maryland. The race is an out and back course primarily along the Northern
Central Railroad Trail. The start and finish are at Sparks Elementary
School, and the first and last few miles of the race are on rural paved
roads. Start time is 9:30 am.  This years race will be the RRCA Eastern
Region Trail Marathon Championship
<http://rrca.org/programs/championships/> and
the 10th race of 2007 Maryland State RRCA Championship
Series<http://www.racepacket.com/james/rrca916.htm>.
You can get more info at  http://brrc.com/race/NCRTrailMarathon.html.


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Fells Point on Wednesday, July 18th.  Women only.  Refreshments from Bin 604.
Speakers from local apparel and accessory companies that know their products,
and how they specifically can help women with differing requirements. 
Nutritional advisors, personal trainers, and more.  For more information,
contact Deneen at deneenh@... after July 9.


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WOMEN'S / MEN'S 5K RACES / KIDS RUN

          Two Annapolis Striders races will celebrate women's running
with the Women's Distance Festival 5K and Run After the Women 5K to
be held at 7:45 and 8:30 a.m., respectively on Saturday, July 14 at
West Annapolis Elementary School, 210 Annapolis Street, Annapolis,
MD.  Download entry forms at www.annapolisstriders.org or register
online.  Race day registration begins at 6:45 a.m.  Pre-entry is $12;
race day entries $15.  The scenic 3.1-mile  course covers
residential, tree-lined, paved streets.  Water will be available on
the course, refreshments at the finish line.  Awards go to first and
second place overall female and male winners, 1st place masters, and
5-year age divisions, also random prizes awarded.  Race shirts will
go to the first 200 women and first 100 men registered.
          The "I Want to Run Too" kids runs will be held at 8:30
a.m.  This is the 4th leg of the Children's Championship Series.  The
Kid's Runs, are a 100-yard Tot Dash and 1/4-mile Fun Run. There is no
charge for children but they must register and all will receive
participation ribbons.
          In last year's 5K race results there were 240 women and 77
men finishers.  Allison Smith,16, won first overall in the women's
race with a time of 18:23; Scott Koehler, 22, won first overall in
the men's race in 16:18.  Masters winners were Cheryl Kline, 43, in
19:45 and John Gygay, 42, in 18:53.
          The women's 5K is one of twelve races in the Women's
Distance Festival Grand Prix Series sponsored by the Maryland Road
Runners Clubs of America (RRCA).
          Information or to volunteer: Race Directors: Melissa
Currence,  410-360-9019, bridge10k@...;  Ginger Andrews;
410-544-1490,  tkd4ufitness@...; Kids Run, Susan Noble:
410-757-1165, susanmnoble@...



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July 8 - BRRC Sweet Air Trail Run
          - Pikesville 5K Miles that Matter
July 21 - Rockville Twilighter
July 28 - Falls Road Supported Course Run, Baltimore Marathon


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Fellow dirt lovers,

   One of my favorite stops on the BRRC Billy Goat Series is Sunday July 8 at
8:30 AM at Sweet Air Area of Gunpowder Falls State Park ( It's a toss up between
this run and Hereford Gunpowder ). Race is race day registration only $2 for
BRRC and RASAC members, $6 for others. Course is a beautiful mix of meadows,
woods and single track with two crossings of the Little Gunpowder. This run is
well worth the drive. I hope to see you there.

 

Happy trails,

 

Chris

 

ccucuzzella@...

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Tuesday evening track workouts at 6:30 PM at Poly-Western HS, at the
intersection of Cold Spring Lane and Falls Road.  Contact Coach Brett Harvey,
turbobrett@..., for details.


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Thursday, July 5th, 6:30 PM
Goucher College Track
Just inside exit 27 off 695 (Dulaney Valley Road in Towson)
Turn left at the light and follow the campus loop all the way to the back.

Heats by age-group or ability.  By that, a 51 year old male could elect to run
with other men in his category, or if he thinks he still has it, he could jump
in with the young guys in the open.

All miles - no 1500, no 100 meter sprint, just miles at the Meet of Miles.


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7:00 AM - Dundalk 6K - Downhill then flat course, follows the parade route. 
3.72 miles  Information at www.charmcityrun.com

8:00 AM - Arbutus 10K - Hilly 10K, often hot because it starts later.  For some
reason, this lightly promoted event still draws a loyal following.  Download an
application at www.baltimorerunning.com


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Join us at AM 1370 WVIE Saturday mornings from 11 to 12 as we talk
running and other things involving health and fitness.  This Saturday
our guests will be Jean Knack, President of the Road Runners Clubs of
America, and Dave Cooley, President of the Baltimore Road Runners Club.

I am sure that Jean will have some very relevant information regarding
why the RRCA is very important for all running groups to explore, and
Dave is always up to date on the current running scene in Baltimore,
but we should be able to get some good "war" stories out him too!

AM 1370 on your dial Saturday mornings at 11 AM.

Will Knox is forming a Falls Road Nano Team to compete against other
teams.  Requirements are that you train with your IPOD NANO and the
Nike+ Sportkit.

If you have a Nano and want to use the sport kit without being a Nike
Plus-enabled shoe, then Will can help you out with your Brooks or
Asics or Saucony and still get you on the team.

Email jim@... (because I forgot Will's address right
now) and I will forward the info to Will and have his email next week.

The second Baltimore Area Triathlon Club swim/bike/run workout of the summer
will be held on Sunday, 7/1 at the Hammerman Area of the Gunpowder Falls State
Park.  The organized workout will consist of a 1,000 yard swim, 15 mile bike and
a 3 mile run.  (Feel free to customize your workout to meet your training
needs.)

   The workout is open to all local triathletes and is appropriate for all skill
levels (as long as you can swim 1,000 yards).   Meet at the parking lot near the
beach.  The swim start time will be 9:00.

   Please send me an e-mail at raybluejay@verizon. net if you  are planning to
attend, so I can provide enough post workout refreshments.

   Hope to see you there,  Ray


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Snails and Area Runners,

Although our schedule for Saturday 6/30 is to meet at Loch Raven Reservoir at
7am,  many in the group will be running the Dreaded Druid Hills. For those
running Loch Raven meet at Loch Raven Drive near Morgan Mill Road. For
directions http://www.ncrtrailsnails.com/directions.htm  Check Harry's fall
marathon schedule or distance and pace of your choosing.
http://www.ncrtrailsnails.com/schedule.htm  For those interested in the Dreaded
Druid Hills check http://www.baltimorerunning.com/
See you on the run.
Rich

The NCR Trail Snails
"we're behind you all the way"
ncrtrailsnails.com



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8:00 AM Sunday, July 1 Oregon Ridge Park
The race is  5K cross-country course that includes hill, woods, and fields of
Oregon Ridge Park.  No IPODS, bikes, or strollers on this terrain!


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Real email:

"I have some questions about the 10K at Druid  Park this Saturday . My friend
and I are novice runners training for our  fist half marathon in September.
  1. Is this race appropriate for  beginners?
  2. Is there a time limit?
  3. What if we can't finish?

  Now that I have written these questions I suspect  this is not the best race
for us.

Thanks for your feedback!"
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See you Saturday!



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Note from potential volunteer:

"..asked if I would be lead cyclist, I stated that I would have to ride the
course before to be sure that I would be comfortable with my ability to climb
the hills...and stay in front of the runners. I went out there this morning and
and I'm not your guy for this one. It was a struggle for me to maintain 6 mph on
the switch backs and I can't even use my downhill momentum to get me up the
hills as they all have turns at the bottom.

Reguardless, I I can lead things to the hills but not in the hills. Of course, I
am willing to help out where ever else is needed.

D"

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For those of you needing a running fix - join the Federal Hill Runners for their
group run at 6:30 PM at Federal Hill Fitness on the south side of Cross Street
Market.

7:00 PM the party starts.  $20 for all the oysters, shrimp, sushi, chicken
wings, Maryland crab soup, pizza, beer, wine, water, and sodas.  7 - 10 PM at
Nick's Seafood on the 1036 South Charles Street side of Cross Street Market.

RSVP Attendence only to George Mathews at whytaxes@...


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There is race day packet pick-up and walk-up registration for $15 beginning
Saturday morning at 6:30 by the Jones Building next to the swimming pool and
basketball courts.  Shirts, if available, are an additional $15.  We closed off
shirt sales early, so we should have some extras.

Strollers and wheelchairs - prohibited on this course due to insurance reasons.

Parking - there are new additions and construction projects in Druid Hill Park. 
In past years we have asked people to come through the Wyman Park entrance, but
this year we are asking people to take Exit 7 Druid Park Lake Drive as if going
to the Maryland Zoo.  The gates to the lake drive will be open almost
immediately on your right.  Please drive completely around the lake until
stopped so that we can maximize the parking area.

Due to construction in back of the zoo, we had to shift a portion of the course
into the front part of the park.  So the course is "improved" depending upon who
you are talking to at any given point in time.

See you Saturday!


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Speed workouts on the track will begin on Tuesday, June 26, 6:30 PM,
at Poly-Western High School at the corner of Falls Road and Cold
Spring Lane.

The workouts are geared toward preparing to run a faster 5k/10K Ten
Mile or marathon in the fall.

The workouts will be coached by Brett Harvey, head track and field
coach at Loyola College.

There is either a one time fee of $50 or a drop-in rate of $5 per session.

Online registration is available at active.com

http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1463679

Federal Hill Runner's first ever "Traffic Light Run" is going to take place on
Monday, June 25. What is a traffic light run, you ask? The concept is simple,
it's a social thing to encourage some interaction. Wear something green (a shirt
is best) if you are single, wear yellow if you are maybe possibly looking, and
wear red if you are taken. Or don't play at all - the choice is yours! Then
you'll know who to chat up after the run. At the very least we'll be colorful.

Questions? Email Ryan  federalhillrunners@...

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Join us live on WVIE AM 1370 from 11 - 12 on Saturday morning as we
talk about all things running, biking, working out, staying healthy,
and so forth on Let's Shape Up.  Call in at 410.481.1370 and share
your thoughts and opinions on this great sport.

Online Registration is now open for the Dreaded Druid Hills 10K on
Saturday, June 30.  Online will close on June 28th, after that it will
be walk-up only at Falls Road Running Stores or race day entry.
Details at www.baltimorerunning.com

Description of Events
1)     Saturday, June  22nd Run/Walk will be:     Overlea Diner
6652 Belair Road
  Baltimore, MD    21206
  (410) 254-8356



    See you at 9:00 to run/walk and 10:00 to eat.  We get runners and walkers of
all abilities and demographics.  I'll be there with at least 2 toddlers. 
mhbrody@...   We love newcomers!
        2)     Half Marathon  Training  We are going to put together a training
program.  I am committed to participating   Christa Gilbert will be leading the
group.   Come join us!!  The half-marathon is Mid-October.  Even if you have
never run, we can help you to get in shape to do this!  Contact Crista for
details.  crista.gilbert@...
           3) Ultimate Frisbee

  Ultimate Frisbee every Wednesday at  Baltimore Hebrew Congregation. (Park
  Heights and Slade Aves. in  Pikesville ) It's a great way to meet people, have
  fun, and get some exercise.  Players of any skill level are welcome. We'll
  play every Wednesday night at 6:30 PM until the time changes in the Fall.
  Please bring both a light colored and a dark colored shirt to help divide
  teams. Questions? karenwolff@...
        4) We have a visually impaired runner/walker who needs a running/walking
guide.   Her name is Ladonna Jones.  Please contact her directly. 
ldj10@...



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Please join your fellow runner's on Monday, July 2, from 7 - 10 PM at
Nick's Seafood inside the Cross Street Market.  There will be oysters,
shrimp, sushi, chicken wings, Maryland crab soup, pizza, beer, wine,
and sodas...all you can eat or until it's gone.  (I don't remember
them running out in the past)

There is a $20 cover charge.

For those of you who haven't been to Nick's in a while, it has
recently been remodeled and that alone is worth the visit.

For those interested in a pre-party run, there is always an open
invitation to join the Federal Hill Runners for their weekly Monday
evening run at 6:30 before coming into the party.  They meet right
around the corner at Federal Hill Fitness on Cross Street.

Please RSVP atttendence only to George Mathews at whytaxes@...

We look forward to seeing you there.

Snails and Area Runners,


Join The NCR Trail Snails for our group run this Saturday 6/23 at 7 a.m. on the
NCR Trail.  Meet at mile zero in the Ashland parking lot. For directions
http://www.ncrtrailsnails.com/directions.htm
Check Harry's fall marathon schedule or distance and pace of your choosing.
http://www.ncrtrailsnails.com/schedule.htm
Please be courteous to the community residents by not blocking driveways and
keeping the noise level down.


See you on the trail.
Rich

The NCR Trail Snails
"we're behind you all the way"
ncrtrailsnails.com



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Wednesday, July 4, 2007  8:00 AM
Arbutus Middle School

(There is a link to a mail-in application at www.baltimorerunning.com.  If you
use it, please get it in by next week so they can process the entry form.)

Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup:   Race day, July 4, 6:30 AM
to 7:30 AM at Arbutus Middle School.

Top three, ten-year age groups, random prizes (must be present to win) and
Post-Race refreshments provided by the Arbutus Recreation Council

Directions: From the north, take the Baltimore Beltway 695 to Exit 11,
turn right on Sulphur Spring Road for 1 1/2 miles to Arbutus Middle
School on the right.  From the South, take the Baltimore Beltway 695
to Exit 10, turn left on Washington Boulevard for a quarter-mile.
Turn right on Sulphur Spring Road and go 2 miles to the school.

Arbutus Recreation and Parks Council
P.O. Box 7437
Arbutus, MD 21227

Hello friends,

We will be having a Diamond in the rough course preview ride this saturday at 9
Am starting from the same place as the race start in Perryville.

If you BATC members would like to come on the ride please send me an email so I
will know how many to expect.

Kevin Joubert


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The New Balance Jenny Smith Baltimore Women's Classic 5K is right
around the corner - Sunday, June 24!  Reasons why you should be
involved in the race:

For women:

1.  The first 1000 to register gets a technical women's shirt,
perfect for those hot days

2.  The best goody bag in town!  Energy bars, cosmetics, sun screen,
coupons for local running stores, and much more!

3.  Post-race massages - aaaahhhhhhh

4.  It's a "Women Only" race - tons of company to run or walk with
friends, family, neighbors, co-workers - you won't be alone!

5.  If you're fast - it's the 2007 Maryland RRCA Women's Championship
5K race, PLUS cash prizes for top runners

6.  Be a part of history - it's the 2nd oldest women's road race in
the U.S.!

7.  Dozens of vendors in our post-race village

8.  Participating with your mom/daughter/grandmother/grand-daughter?
You're up for an award!

9.  Put together a group and you could win a prize for the largest
team!

10.  All proceeds benefit cancer-related research (with special focus
on gynecological cancers) and other women's health initiatives

For men:

You can volunteer at the race or be part of the cheering squad along
the course!  If you would like to volunteer, please go to
http://baltimorewomensclassic.com/volunteers.html and complete the
form.  You will be contacted by race staff with your assignment as
the event draws near.

For Kids:

FREE fun run for girls and boys with awards for all!  Or if the girls
are up for completing the entire 5K course, they would register with
the parent's signed consent.

Go to our website http://baltimorewomensclassic.com/ for more
information about the race and to register!  Hope to see you on
Sunday, June 24th!

Carrie Sauter
Race Committee Member, Baltimore Women's Classic
baltimorewomensclassic@...
http://www.baltimorewomensclassic.com

This race is always under the radar, but manages to attract a large
following anyway.  When we find this year's relevant information we
will post it.

The Federal Hill Runners invite all interested runner's to join them for a
special edition of their regular Monday evening group run at 6:30PM at Cross
Street Market.

On Monday, June 26 (not this Monday, but next Monday) they are having a traffic
light run.

If you are single and available, you are supposed to wear something green.

If you are committed and unavailable, then you are supposed to wear something
red.

If you are committed but available even though you probably shouldn't be, then
you should wear something yellow.

More details email Ryan at federalhillrunners@...

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Baltimore Women's Classic 5k June 24


Calling all female runners: The New Balance Jenny Smith Baltimore Women's
Classic 5k is set to take place on Sunday, June 24. The name takes longer to say
than the race itself! This race is the 2nd oldest womens-only race in the
country and is a great event to support. Sign up today!

www.baltimorewomensclassic.com

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