Ouabache River Runners Running Club

Facebook

2011-01-19T07:34:00.001-08:00

If you haven't yet, make sure you head over to Facebook and "like" us. Search for Ouabache River Runners and follow along. Thanks!

Third Monday

2011-01-17T08:50:00.000-08:00

These meetings just sneak up on me and I always forget when they are. So, just remember the 3rd Monday of the month, which is TODAY!! Hope you all can make it, we are going to have a busy year and need everybody's help.

Monthly meeting moved

2010-12-19T18:12:00.001-08:00

We are meeting on Tuesday the 21st this month instead of on Monday. I know it's a busy time of year, but we appreciate your support and hope to see you there!

Merry Christmas to you all!!

WOOF Race this Saturday!!

2010-11-03T17:03:00.000-07:00

There hasn't been a post in a long time, guess I've been too busy. So, if anyone would like to take over updating the blog and/or facebook fan page, just ask and it shall be given.

Just a quick reminder about the WOOF trail race this Saturday at Ouabache State Park. Start time is 10:00 a.m. For more info, click here. Please spread the word!

Parlot City Trot Race Results

2010-09-04T11:26:00.001-07:00

Results from today can be found at fwtc.org. What a beautiful day to race!

New Website

2010-08-11T12:10:00.001-07:00

Team ORR now has a team website, very cool. Go check it out if you haven't already. It is www.teamorr.org.

Firecracker 4 mile

2010-07-01T13:55:00.000-07:00

Don't forget about the Firecracker 4 Mile race this Saturday at Franke Park. Start time is 7:30. Thankfully we all know about this since we have been going to the running meeting consistently, right Mac?

4-H 5k Fun Run/Walk

2010-07-01T13:49:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to pass along the info for the 5k coming up in Bluffton. It will be Saturday July 17th at 7:30 a.m. at the Wells County 4-H park. If you need more info, please email Kyan at k_pepper33@hotmail.com.

Basket Bingo

2010-05-01T18:57:00.000-07:00

Bob wanted me to pass along some important information about a great fundraiser happening next Saturday. Please pass this info on and go and support the Norwell teams. Here's the info from Bob:

We have a firm date for the Basket Bingo. It will be May 8th and run from 9:00-11:00 a.m. I would like to stress that we could really use your help with fundraising this spring. We may incur some expenses in the near future and with the drops in attendance and the rise in fuel costs, as well as an overall increase in expenses everywhere, the athletic budget is stretched to the limit. Since track and cross country are not revenue generating sports, it looks good when we can "pull our weight" when it comes to expenses. The charge for the Bingo will be $20 and we will have 20 games. You will be able to purchase extra pads and purchase raffle tickets for a special raffle basket. We will have a few concessions for sale as well. So grab your mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, mother-in-law, etc and come play Bingo with us on the morning of May 8th. The largest crowd we have ever had is about 85 and we would like to double that if at all possible.

Thanks for your support.

10 mile goal run

2010-02-11T07:50:00.000-08:00

We talked a little bit about the 5 mile/10 mile race at the State Park on April 10th at the last meeting. We have rented out the lodge back by the old entrance so the start line will be moved this year. Also, we have decided to do a pancake/sausage meal after the race instead of pizza. We will need a few volunteers to help with the meal prep. Does anyone have a griddle they would be willing to let us borrow? We will talk more when the race gets closer.

We will also be sending out an email to the people in the area who have entered in one of our races. If you know of somebody you would like to invite to the club please let me know and I will send you the email that you can forward on to them. The more the merrier.

Happy Running!

Training Program

2010-01-23T12:08:00.001-08:00

There was a comment left on our last post, I reposted it here for everybody to see. Thanks, it made it easy for me since I didn't have all of the information. Hope to see a lot of people there, I hope to make it as often as possible. I need plenty of motivation!

There's a Spring Into Training Program starting on Tuesday, February 9th at 5:30 p.m. on the 4th floor of Bluffton Regional Medical Center designed to address the very topic you posed in your post - training in the winter, getting motivated, cross training, increasing distance and pace safely, preparing for the Indy Mini and other races. The $20 program includes free access to the YMCA one day each week, discount at 3 Rivers Running Company, presentation by a Registered Dietitian, discussion with a physical therapist about training aches and pains, weekly motivational emails, various pace groups, and printed training schedule. For more info, email lisa.beck@blufftonregional.com or talk with Mac. Registration is required for the 12-week program. The program is co-sponosred by ORR, Bluffton Regional Medical Center, and the Wells County YMCA.

Running Outside?

2010-01-07T11:11:00.000-08:00

So, with this new snow accumulation and another round of very frigid temperatures, is anyone still running outside? If you are, good for you as long as you're being smart and careful. If you're not, oh well, there's always time to relax, cross train, use a treadmill, etc. It seems weird to start training for the Indy Mini again, time goes way too fast! I'm sure at the meeting on Monday we will be talking about setting a date for the 5/10 mile training run. See you then.

Newest update for next meeting!

2009-12-06T09:45:00.000-08:00

Okay, here's the latest scoop about our next club meeting. We will be meeting at Delores Johns's house located at 2772 E 350 N, the 5th house on the left from Highway 1. Please bring a favorite appetizer or snack, drinks will be provided. You are welcome to stay after the meeting to watch The Long Green Line documentary/movie if you want. Hope to see you all there.

Indy Mini registration

2009-11-27T11:12:00.001-08:00

For those of you who are interested in running the Indy Mini in May, the early bird registration only has a few more days left. You save $20 by signing up early, and don't forget that it fills up early so you need to sign up this year. Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving, see you December 14th.

Change in Meeting Place

2009-11-23T18:29:00.001-08:00

For the next ORR meeting there has been a change. Delores Johns has offered her house for our next meeting, kind of a Christmas Party/meeting. Provide your own beverage (is what I heard). Her address is 2772 E 350 N.

Facebook Page

2009-11-18T17:32:00.000-08:00

ORR now has an official facebook page, come check it out and become a fan!

W.O.O.F. Results

2009-11-08T06:24:00.001-08:00

Results from yesterdays great race can be found at fwtc.org (not yet) and runindiana.com, 15 mile race click here and 5 mile race click here. Thanks everybody for helping and participating in a very enjoyable race. I still can't believe how nice the weather was, it couldn't have been any nicer. After last year's cold, miserable, wet, muddy, chilled to the bone day, it was a welcome break.

Facebook

2009-10-11T16:16:00.000-07:00

If you are on Facebook, I have the W.O.O.F. listed as an event. I don't know a whole lot about facebook, but you can send this event to other people to invite them. Just thought it would be another way to get the word out to more people. Click here to go to the invitation. Keep spreading the word.

W.O.O.F. Entry form

2009-09-30T09:52:00.000-07:00

You can find the entry form for the W.O.O.F. here.

Meeting at 7:00 tonight!!

2009-09-21T13:22:00.001-07:00

Okay, back to a 7:00 meeting tonight, not 6:00 like was stated earlier. Sorry!

Meeting Changed

2009-09-14T04:06:00.000-07:00

The meeting for this month will be next Monday, September 21st, at 6:00 at FPC. We will discussing important things about the W.O.O.F so please come if you can. Thanks!

Trot Results

2009-09-08T18:21:00.000-07:00

The results for the Parlor City Trot race on Saturday are now posted at runindiana.com. Thanks for all of those that helped and all of those that participated, and of course a special thank you to Mac, again, for all the planning!

Saturday Race

2009-09-02T11:18:00.000-07:00

Well, the Parlor City Trot is fast approaching! It looks like the weather might be FANTASTIC!! I don't know if they want me to put this on the blog, but ORR members can enter the race for FREE, yippee!! Now, if only I can race. I have volunteered to help enter the names in the computer during registration, but if somebody knows anybody who likes to get up early, volunteer their time, and loves typing, then I have just the job for them (let me know)! A big thank you to Mac and the crew for ALL they do to put this race together. Mac either LOVES it or he is just crazy to do what he does, and he doesn't even get to run it and enjoy it, thank you Mac!! If you have any comments/questions, just let me know and I'll try and get an answer for you. Have a great week and see you Saturday!

Fort 4 Fitness note: The race has filled up, but you are able to do transfers until Sept 12th.

Parlor City Trot Registration

2009-08-19T04:43:00.000-07:00

The registration form is available on runindiana.com, so please click here to print.

New Info

2009-08-18T12:35:00.000-07:00

I just happened to see this in the news-banner online edition.

New date for Parlor City Trot

The Ouabache River Runners have announced several changes for the upcoming 35th Parlor City Trot. The most significant involves moving the date of the race to Sept. 5. In addition, a 10-mile race will be added to the schedule, which includes a half-marathon and a 10 kilometer event.

The date was changed because of a conflict with the Fort 4 Fitness Festival on Sept. 26 in Fort Wayne.

Trot race entry forms are available at the Oupatient Rehabilitation Clinic in Bluffton Regional Medical Center’s South Campus, Hot Cakes and FPC.

For additional information, e-mail macmcavoy@gmail.com

Any Updates

2009-08-12T19:10:00.001-07:00

I guess being gone so many weekends recently, I missed the last meeting and didn't even update the blog. Did I miss anything important? What's the latest news on the Trot? Is registration open and are we having another meeting before then?

Update

2009-07-07T11:13:00.000-07:00

I have been out of the loop for awhile here so not much to update you on. It looks, from the results, like the Firecracker 4 Mile run had a good turnout and a lot of great finishing times. Great job to those of you who participated.

I assume the training program is going well. We can hear updates from Mac at the next meeting.

Any other thoughts or comments?

Meeting on Monday

2009-06-07T19:46:00.000-07:00

Time for the monthly meeting again on Monday night, 7:00 p.m at FPC. Hope to see you there.

Training Program

2009-05-17T17:22:00.000-07:00

The Parlor City Trot training program for runners and walkers will begin on Tuesday, June 16th. Registration deadline is June 9th, total cost is only $40 plus you receive $10 off your entry in the PCT race on September 5th. This year the race will offer a 10k, 10 mile, and half marathon. This 12 week training program will include weekly runs/walks and several educational presentations. It will be worth every penny and a great opportunity. Please pass this info along. Contact Mac with any questions, macmcavoy@gmail.com.

Group runs continue

2009-04-28T04:31:00.000-07:00

Even though many, if any, are not showing up on Saturday mornings for the group run, I would like to keep it set up the same time and place so everyone knows. It would be nice if more of us could make it, I think it would grow if people knew that somebody would actually be there. Is there another day or time that would work better for most people. When do you normally get your weekly runs in? Just because you meet as a pack doesn't mean you have to run as a pack.

Good luck to those who are running the Indy Mini this weekend, and all other races too!

Indy Mini Meal

2009-04-19T15:13:00.000-07:00

Teri had a great idea (although I can't participate). She was wondering if anyone in the club would be interested in eating together Friday and/or Saturday night in Indy for the Mini. Please comment soon if interested so she can make reservations, which need to be made this week. Who all is running Indy this year?

Spring Training Run Results

2009-04-19T11:19:00.000-07:00

The race on Saturday went very well with a total of around 106 runners, 18 in the five mile, the rest in the 10 mile. The weather was perfect and made up for the nasty weather we had for the WOOF. We were able to use the timing chips for the first time and I think it worked fairly well. I hope they worked out all of the kinks. The results are posted on runindiana.com (click link to take you there). The only complaint I have about the day is I forgot to take my camera. Did anyone get any pictures of the day? I guess the next race we have planned is the Firecraker 4 mile in Fort Wayne on July 4th (did I get all that info right). We have decided against trying the Bluffton to Berne to Bluffton relay this year, unless somebody could take it over to plan it. Hopefully next year we will be able to work something out. After that, it's the Parlor City Trot, and the WOOF to round out the year. I have enjoyed the Ouabache River Runners and think everybody else has too. Good luck with the rest of your training, whether it be for the Mini or another race. Keep on pressing on!

April 18th Race

2009-04-09T06:04:00.000-07:00

Remember the race is coming up, Saturday April 18th, 9:00 a.m. at the State Park. Mac is needing several volunteers for race registration and water stations. Please contact him or comment here if you can help. Hope to see all of you there.

Timing Chips this Saturday

2009-03-26T09:33:00.000-07:00

Dave is wanting to use the timing chips this Saturday for the group run. The more people the better, so please try to come and bring others with you. We meet at the White Bridge at 8:00 a.m. Dave would like to know about how many plan on coming so if you could either comment on this post or email Dave directly. Thanks. Hope to see more of you soon.

Saturday anyone?

2009-03-13T17:35:00.001-07:00

Okay, so it's already Friday night and tomorrow is the group run again at 8:00 a.m., so this post might be a little late. If anyone happens to read this yet before tomorrow, please join us for the run. I assume the White Bridge parking lot is open, but if the water happens to still be up, meet in the first parking lot in the State Park. I wasn't at the meeting on Monday night and I haven't heard back from Mac to see if he will be there with the timing chips. Anybody know? We did have 5 people show up last Saturday, maybe we can double that this Saturday. We all ran our own paces basically and it worked well. Hope to see you all bright and early!!

Ready to Run

2009-02-25T04:48:00.000-08:00

Well, the weather hasn't exactly been cooperating lately. The water is down and hopefully the snow is done. Saturday, meet at the White Bridge, 8:00 a.m. Starting in March, Mac is going to try and meet us there on Saturday mornings, so we can all try out the new racing chips. Should be fun. Remember the next meeting is planned on March 9th, and then there will be one more before the race on April 18th. We are in need of volunteers for registration, food table, aid station, and finish line, etc. If you have friends or family interested please contact myself or Mac. You can leave a comment too. Happy running, hope your training is going well.

High Water

2009-02-13T11:18:00.001-08:00

Well, with the River Greenway being flooded, we need to move the meeting spot for the group run this Saturday morning. We will go ahead and meet at Kunkle Lake at 8:00 a.m. That is the first parking lot inside the State Park. If someone finds out exactly when the State Park starts charging, please comment.

Chris Brown

2009-02-07T08:15:00.000-08:00

Well tomorrow is the Run It, Walk It for Chris Brown at IPFW. It looks like the weather will be great for it. There are no watches allowed since it is a prediction run making it a fun, enjoyable race for everyone. Leave a comment if you plan on going or did go to let us know how it went.

Speaking of comments, it would be really appreciated if people left comments so we knew if anybody was paying attention to the blog. Everyone is welcome to comment and leave feedback on the blog, or ideas for other posts, etc.

Remember, the Club is meeting on Saturday mornings, the White Bridge at 8:00 am for group runs. If that works into your schedule, great! I know the Club isn't very big and most people are at different paces, but meeting as a group is still neat. A few minutes of chit chat to help us get to know each other and then everyone can take off at their own pace. A few of us met this morning to run and are looking forward to seeing more people out as the weather gets nicer.

Also, a reminder that the Club meeting is this coming Monday at 7:00 pm at FPC. The chip timers have come in and there is more to discuss about the training run on April 18th. See you then.

Training

2009-01-15T07:49:00.000-08:00

This week starts your 16 week training program for the Indy Mini, if you're running. Some go with a 12-14 week program too, but why prolong the inevitable? The weather is making it a little tricky to get your running time outdoors so thank goodness for treadmills, I think. I happen to have a TV in front of mine, well, only until the digital switch. I haven't purchased a converter box yet. Anyway, if anybody has any great tips for indoor training or surviving the outdoors, please share.

Saturday Runs

2009-01-05T19:53:00.001-08:00

Hope you all enjoyed a very blessed Christmas and a wonderful New Year. Leave a comment and let everybody know what your race agenda is for 2009. (i.e. I hope to run the April 18th 10 mile goal run unless I'm helping Mac, the Indy Mini, the B2B relay, Parlor City Trot, Fort 4 Fitness, and the WOOF, that's a huge agenda for me) What are your plans?

Also, if you read the comment in the last post, Joe from Fort Wayne I assume, wants to know if anyone is running Saturday mornings, 8-9 min pace, on the trails. He is wanting to run with some from the area. Leave a comment on that post in case he comes back to check so we know who would be interested. Thanks.

I assume many of you are getting ready for the Indy mini and ready to start training soon. Best of luck and hopefully the Club can get some more group runs planned. See you at the next meeting.

Meeting

2008-12-06T11:41:00.000-08:00

Just a reminder that there is another running club meeting on Monday night at FPC at 7:00 p.m. Hope to see you all there.

There has also been a group of us meeting to run on Sunday afternoons at Kunkle Lake at 2:45 p.m. There have been between 3-8 of us show up. It's been great and we welcome anyone else. It doesn't matter your speed or distance, it just makes it nice to show up and see somebody else out doing the same thing you are. Tomorrow might be a little chilly, but fun none the less. Bundle up and try it.

Black Friday deal

2008-11-27T16:13:00.001-08:00

Hey all runners, in case you are interested I just saw that amazon.com is having a sale on Black Friday for the Garmin 305. I think the 405 is the newest and latest, but the 305 is still a great watch, so I'm told. The retail is around $250 and they are selling it for $150 on Friday. Just thought I would pass the deal on if anyone would be interested. Happy Thanksgiving!!

Update

2008-11-21T09:03:00.000-08:00

I found out that the deer hunt in the park was on Monday and Tuesday and will be happening again on December 1st and 2nd so it looks like the weekends are safe. Hopefully some will be able to meet at the white bridge in the morning at 8:00 am, there are also a few meeting at Kunkle Lake at 9:00 am if that works better. There is a group meeting at Kunkle Lake on Sunday at 2:45 pm. All are welcome.

State Park deer hunt

2008-11-20T17:53:00.000-08:00

I heard that the State Park is having their deer hunt this weekend. Just a little notice so you don't try to run in there. I assume they have signs up. Let me know if this is not correct. Remember, the group meets at the White Bridge Saturday mornings at 8:00am. I know of a few people that are probably showing up so the more the better.

W.O.O.F. Pictures

2008-11-15T19:16:00.001-08:00

Make a Smilebox photobook

I put together a short scrapbook from the race today. When it first starts playing click pause right under the book so all of the pictures have a chance to load. You can also click pause on every page so you have time to look at the pictures. Enjoy!

W.O.O.F

2008-11-15T15:01:00.001-08:00

Hey, what a great race. I don't think there were any complaints (weather does not count)! Race results are posted at runindiana.com for the 15 mile and the relay and on fwtc.org for the 15 mile. Great job to everyone that endured the weather and helped or ran. Thanks to Mac, Dave, Scott, and Bob for all the behind the scenes work plus sacrificing today to plan such a fun race. The Barth's also deserve a huge, huge thank-you for planning and organizing all of the food. It was all delicious. I believe Dave and Scott also had family help with the burgers and stew. I will post pictures soon. If you missed it, make plans to join us next year.

WOOF food

2008-11-08T11:46:00.000-08:00

If you aren't using the ning website, I wanted to update you. Barth's are looking for large roasters and coffee makers for use after the WOOF race. Contact them at 565-3859.

Monday Night Meeting

2008-11-05T16:33:00.000-08:00

Please everyone, come to the meeting planned at FPC at 7:00 pm on Monday night, November 10th. Plans will be discussed for the upcoming WOOF race. Early entry deadline is this Saturday so you better get it sent into Mac by then to avoid the ridiculous price jump after that. We want to get many, many more people signed up for this neat race, so keep spreading the word. Be thinking of others that may have interest in helping with the race too. See you all there.

Minutes Posted

2008-10-14T10:16:00.000-07:00

Minutes from the meeting on Monday 10/13 are posted at http://teamorr.ning.com/ .

Saturday Group Runs

2008-10-14T06:48:00.000-07:00

It was also discussed at the meeting a time set in stone to meet every week, in hopes of having new people able to join us. Keep spreading the word. We will meet as a group every Saturday morning at 8:00 am at the White Bridge. This Saturday we have a picture opportunity maybe while running and then hopefully some of you can help trim up the park trails. Hand trimmers and pruners needed, also bring a pair of gloves. Hope to see you then.

Monday's Meeting

2008-10-14T05:30:00.000-07:00

About 20 people attended the meeting. Much was discussed and I have an email to Angie to get a copy of the minutes and will try to get it on the website asap.

We talked a lot about the WOOF and the need for a workday to clear more of the trails. That workday will be this Saturday after those who meet for the morning group run are finished running. If you can help but aren't planning to run on Saturday contact Scott Steffen or MacAvoy. I do not want to commit because I'm pretty sure the GCC team will be in the Regional at IWU in Marion.

On the subject of the WOOF, we will need help on race day. Lot's of help. If you are an ORR member that is planning to run, maybe you could wrangle a spouse (or parent) into helping us with the details on the morning of the race.

Club Meeting

2008-10-10T06:32:00.000-07:00

There is a club meeting on Monday Evening at 7:00 PM at FPC (in front of Richards Restaurant). It is important that members of the club attend as we will be discussing the WOOF. The meeting is open to anyone that is interested in running in Wells County. Contact Bob if you need more information.

2008-10-01T07:13:00.000-07:00

I agree. How about another Thursday? It might be nice to meet before the HMC 5K for Forgotten Children International.

What's Next?

2008-09-30T08:25:00.000-07:00

So runners, what's next? Any more meetings scheduled? Any group runs happening? Leave a comment if you have something you want to add to the blog. I highly recommend the Fort 4 Fitness race next year for everyone. I thought it was very well organized (a few issues with the packet pick-up and health fair) and it was a very nice course.

Fort 4 Fitness

2008-09-23T18:14:00.000-07:00

Who all is running the 4 mile or the half marathon this Saturday in Fort Wayne? Would anybody be willing to pick up my packet on Friday night? What about carpooling on Saturday, any interest there? I might have a great parking option. Leave comments if you're interested.

Road Closed

2008-09-23T18:11:00.000-07:00

Due to road construction, SR 201 is closed off in front of the park. If you are coming from town that means that you need to go out of town on 124 and take 500 E south to 100 S to get to the park entrance.

Parlot City Trot Results

2008-09-21T17:01:00.000-07:00

Results have been posted on runindiana.com. They have not been put on fwtc.org yet.

Good Luck at Parlor City

2008-09-18T07:04:00.001-07:00

I just want to wish everyone that is running the Trot (not to be confused with having the trots) on Saturday a big GOOD LUCK. Remember to be nice to the Race Director. He will be having one of those days.

Update on Trail Conditions

2008-09-15T09:00:00.003-07:00

Anybody have an update on the trail conditions since the rain on Sunday?

Trail Conditions

2008-09-13T18:35:00.001-07:00

In case you were wondering, the trails in the park are still good. There were no puddles, only wet leaves so watch your step. Enjoy!!

Street Fair Week

2008-09-12T11:30:00.000-07:00

There will be no meeting on Thursday night during Street Fair. There is a group running on Tuesday night at 6:00 pm, meeting at Kunkle Lake. That's the way to burn a few extra calories before you go eat at the Fair. Good luck to those of you running in Catch Your Breath Sunday.

Saturday Morning Run at Kunkle Lake

2008-09-08T17:24:00.000-07:00

Ouabache Running Group
This Saturday a group is meeting at 7:00 am at Kunkle Lake. Park at the first parking lot inside the state park. Running will be at about 10:30-11:00 pace with some walking. This will be on a 4.5 mile loop on trails. This will depend on the weather (drizzle is okay, down pour is not).
There will be a second group running at 7:30 am at the same place. Pace is 10 min/mile, 5.5 miles on trails followed by 6.5 on roads. Again, feel free to join for some or all.

Prediction Run 9/11

2008-09-05T07:47:00.000-07:00

Here's a reminder that on Thursday September 11 we will have a 2 mile prediction run on the Rivergreenway Trail. It is open to everyone so invite a friend and join in the fun.

Last night (Thur. 9/4) we only had 6 hardy souls show up but we knew last week that it would be a limited group. I had forgotten how much fun it was to run in the rain.

Don't forget about the Saturday Morning run at the state park.

Saturday Runs

2008-09-02T18:07:00.001-07:00

Meeting on a regular basis is a group running 4.5 miles of trails in the park. They plan on meeting again at Kunkle Lake at 7:00 am and running around a 10:30 min/mile pace with a 10 min run/1 min walk. They will not be meeting the weekend of the Street Fair obviously.

This Saturday a few are planning on running 12 miles, first half on trails, second half on roads. They will be meeting at Kunkle Lake at 7:30 am. The pace will be around 10 min/mile. Come for some or all.

Fort 4 Fitness

2008-09-02T10:35:00.000-07:00

If you plan on running the 1/2 marathon or 4 mile race in Fort Wayne on Sept 27th, you need to register now if you haven't yet. There are about 25 spots left for the 1/2 marathon and 125 spots for the 4 mile race. Go to www.fort4fitness.org to sign up.

Another Poll

2008-08-31T05:50:00.000-07:00

Again, another poll for you to voice your choice. Above are the 2 logo designs that have been designed for the running club. Go ahead and vote over to the right if you prefer logo 1 or logo 2. Thanks again.

Vote in Poll

2008-08-30T08:38:00.000-07:00

Over to the right you will see a poll that we want all of you to vote in. Two reasons, first we get to see how many people are using this site, and second, just curious what meeting times work best for most of you. So please vote. Thank you.

The prize

2008-08-29T04:40:00.000-07:00

Yes. A prize to the person (or persons) closest to their prediction. Maybe we can induce a few more intrepid souls to join us on that Thursday. I enjoyed meeting with everyone again. I even ran this time! OK, maybe it wasn't running in the classic sense of the word, but I was happy with it!!

Thursday Run

2008-08-28T18:27:00.001-07:00

Here's a picture of those that showed up to run on the Greenway tonight. It's great having others to run with. Keep inviting other runners/walkers! Mac informed us tonight that our meeting on Sept 11th we will be having a 2 mile prediction run. No watches allowed! We will be predicting our finishing time and seeing how close our 2 mile run is to that. Bob insured us that there would be a special prize (right Bob?). Hope to see you all (and more) next Thursday.

Saturday Morning

2008-08-28T06:37:00.000-07:00

Runners are reminded that the Saturday morning run at the state park is on trails. The group will meet at 9:00 AM. Pace is approximately 10:30 - 11:30 per mile. Bring a friend.

Thursday Reminder

2008-08-27T06:37:00.000-07:00

A big THANK YOU to Jamie for starting this blog. It will be just one more tool for us to stay in touch. This is a reminder that we will meet on Thursday 8/28, 9/4 and 9/11 for group runs.

Saturday runs

2008-08-26T19:25:00.001-07:00

We have a few different groups planning to run this Saturday, Aug 30th. The first one is meeting at Kunkel Lake (1st parking lot inside the State Park) at 7:50 am. They plan on running around 5 miles at 9:30-10:00 min/mile. The second group is meeting at Kunkel Lake at 9:00 am. They will be running around 5 miles also, at 10:30-11:00 min/mile (usually 10 minutes of running to 1 minute of walking). Feel free to join either group. If you plan on running and want to invite others, leave a comment telling when,where, and pace, then I can get it posted.

First Post

2008-08-26T19:17:00.000-07:00

Welcome River Runners! I thought we would try having a blog to keep people informed of what is going on in the running community. I'm not sure we will all be able to post something, but please leave comments and then I can add posts for everybody to see. Currently Bob has running information on his Girls Cross Country website, click here. Until we get around to getting our own website, maybe this will help keep everyone involved. Last Thursday we had a great first night of running. We will be continuing that on for the next 3 Thursday, 7:00 pm at the White Bridge. Our goal is to meet others and see who might be running around the same pace. We hope that people will start running together and using this blog as a means to get more people meeting to run. If you keep leaving comments I can update the posts to let people know when and where people are meeting. Let me know how this works for you and we can always make changes. Hope to see you all on Thursday night.