Mid-Hudson Road Runners Club: Events

11th Annual Smallwood Mongaup Valley Fire Department 5K

5K starts at 8:30 for walkers and 9:00 am for runners.

On July 1, 2012 at 8:30am for walkers and 9am for runners the Smallwood Mongaup Valley Fire Department is hosting their 11th annual 5k run/walk. $18 pre-registration, $20 day of race. contact Matt Burns at 845-807-8209 or email fightingfires5k@yahoo.com. I am attaching a copy of our race flyer for your review, can you please add our race to your calendar of events? It is a nice course, awards and a fun after party. We hope you and your members could join us.

Thank you,

Tammy Lerardi, Co-direct

Link to race flyer.

Chester Kiwanis 5K

Chester Kiwanis will be hosting the 18th annual 5K race on Saturday May 26th. The start time of the race is 8:45 a.m. Registration is in the Village Park behind the old High School. Since this race participates in the grand prix it is traditionally a very competitive 5K race.

We serve a full breakfast to all runners after the race. The club also accepts donations of newish T-shirts that are then given to a special summer camp for children.

Link to race flyer.

Storm King Run 10K, 5K, kids 1 mile

Link to details.

Registration page.

Training Run with Polly Sparling

Introduction

For several years, a group of MHRRC members has been meeting for weekend runs in Poughkeepsie. MHRRC members -- AND ESPECIALLY NEW RUNNERS -- who would like to participate are encouraged to join us.

Questions? Email Polly Sparling
Have a route you'd like us to try? We'd love to hear about it; please let Polly know the details via email.
Hope to see you on our weekend training run!

MAY TRAINING RUNS

We'll meet on the following Saturdays in MAY: the 5th, the 12th, and the 26th. PLEASE NOTE: There will be no training run on the 19th (when we hope you'll join us at the first-ever Women's Run on the Dutchess County Rail Trail in East Fishkill --LADIES ONLY). Hope to see you soon!

WEATHER NOTE: If we are going to cancel a run due to weather, I will post a cancellation notice on this page no later than 7 a.m. on the morning of the run. Thunderstorms/blizzards cancel, but rain (and light snow) generally do not.

Training Run Guidelines

Training runs will be held on SATURDAY MORNINGS beginning at 8 a.m. Please check this page after Wednesday each week to see if a run is scheduled.
All runs will begin at Spratt Park, which is on Wilbur Boulevard in Poughkeepsie. We will meet in the parking lot next to Christo's Restaurant, in front of the baseball field. (This location is approximately one mile from the intersection of Wilbur and Spackenkill Road, on the right.)
Polly Sparling is the committee chairperson and organizer. PLEASE E-MAIL POLLY BY 6 P.M. FRIDAY EVENING IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE RUN.
BAD WEATHER NOTE: If the run is going to be cancelled due to weather, a note will be posted on this page by 7 a.m. on the day of the run.
You are responsible for bringing whatever supplies (water, gel, a friend or two, etc.) that you need.
At the present time, our pace is "leisurely" (10-11 minutes). Most (but not all) of the current group members are female, but we welcome anyone who wants to join us. We can accommodate whatever shape you are in, and routes can be modified if necessary. We have some walk-runners, and also some people who are a bit speedier than others, but we don't leave anyone behind, no matter what.
NEW RUNNERS: please feel free to come and try us out!

Questions? Please e-mail me at pts4257@aol.com. See you on the road!

Want a different time, place, pace, etc.?

Want to set up your own training run? Simply contact the webmaster or Polly to have your run published on the web site. You set the date, time, pace, place and whoever shows up, shows up. This is a great way to meet other runners and get motivated for spring and summer running/races.

Training Run with Polly Sparling

Introduction

For several years, a group of MHRRC members has been meeting for weekend runs in Poughkeepsie. MHRRC members -- AND ESPECIALLY NEW RUNNERS -- who would like to participate are encouraged to join us.

Questions? Email Polly Sparling
Have a route you'd like us to try? We'd love to hear about it; please let Polly know the details via email.
Hope to see you on our weekend training run!

MAY TRAINING RUNS

Training Run Guidelines

Training runs will be held on SATURDAY MORNINGS beginning at 8 a.m. Please check this page after Wednesday each week to see if a run is scheduled.
All runs will begin at Spratt Park, which is on Wilbur Boulevard in Poughkeepsie. We will meet in the parking lot next to Christo's Restaurant, in front of the baseball field. (This location is approximately one mile from the intersection of Wilbur and Spackenkill Road, on the right.)
Polly Sparling is the committee chairperson and organizer. PLEASE E-MAIL POLLY BY 6 P.M. FRIDAY EVENING IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE RUN.
BAD WEATHER NOTE: If the run is going to be cancelled due to weather, a note will be posted on this page by 7 a.m. on the day of the run.
You are responsible for bringing whatever supplies (water, gel, a friend or two, etc.) that you need.
At the present time, our pace is "leisurely" (10-11 minutes). Most (but not all) of the current group members are female, but we welcome anyone who wants to join us. We can accommodate whatever shape you are in, and routes can be modified if necessary. We have some walk-runners, and also some people who are a bit speedier than others, but we don't leave anyone behind, no matter what.
NEW RUNNERS: please feel free to come and try us out!

Questions? Please e-mail me at pts4257@aol.com. See you on the road!

Want a different time, place, pace, etc.?

Training Run with Polly Sparling

Introduction

For several years, a group of MHRRC members has been meeting for weekend runs in Poughkeepsie. MHRRC members -- AND ESPECIALLY NEW RUNNERS -- who would like to participate are encouraged to join us.

Questions? Email Polly Sparling
Have a route you'd like us to try? We'd love to hear about it; please let Polly know the details via email.
Hope to see you on our weekend training run!

MAY TRAINING RUNS

Training Run Guidelines

Training runs will be held on SATURDAY MORNINGS beginning at 8 a.m. Please check this page after Wednesday each week to see if a run is scheduled.
All runs will begin at Spratt Park, which is on Wilbur Boulevard in Poughkeepsie. We will meet in the parking lot next to Christo's Restaurant, in front of the baseball field. (This location is approximately one mile from the intersection of Wilbur and Spackenkill Road, on the right.)
Polly Sparling is the committee chairperson and organizer. PLEASE E-MAIL POLLY BY 6 P.M. FRIDAY EVENING IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE RUN.
BAD WEATHER NOTE: If the run is going to be cancelled due to weather, a note will be posted on this page by 7 a.m. on the day of the run.
You are responsible for bringing whatever supplies (water, gel, a friend or two, etc.) that you need.
At the present time, our pace is "leisurely" (10-11 minutes). Most (but not all) of the current group members are female, but we welcome anyone who wants to join us. We can accommodate whatever shape you are in, and routes can be modified if necessary. We have some walk-runners, and also some people who are a bit speedier than others, but we don't leave anyone behind, no matter what.
NEW RUNNERS: please feel free to come and try us out!

Questions? Please e-mail me at pts4257@aol.com. See you on the road!

Want a different time, place, pace, etc.?

Walkway 5K Run/Walk at the Adventure Expo

Part of the Outdooor Adventure Expo Weekend.

Start: On the East side of the Walkway of the Hudson,
Finish: At the Expo Main event site in the Waterfront Park.
Time: 10AM start
Details: 5 k run/walk on the Walkway loop trail.
Competitors will walk up to the start on the east side of the Walkway. (Red route)
After the start we cross the Walkway (Blue route), turn left to follow the shoulder of Havilland road to the end. Here we access the pedestrian access to theMid Hudson Bridge. Crossing the Bridge we follow Gerlad Drive to Rinaldi Blvd and turn left on Lower Main street to access the Waterfront park and the Finish at the Expo Main event site.

Link to race flyer.

Solstice Run 14K

Pristine lakes, cliff views, blooming mountain laurel, and the prettiest run around. Starts at Lake Minnewaska at 6:30 pm.

Sponsored by Shawangunk Runners and hosted by Minnewaska State Park Preserve.

Link to race flyer.

Violet Avenue Two-Some Race

Two-Some race benefits HPTA Scholarship Fund.

This is a two-member team race. Both runners on a team will run 1.5 miles in relay style. Out and back course, starting and finishing at the Violet Avenue Elementary School.

Link to race flyer.

MHA On the Run 5K Run/Walk

Support MHA and help promote mental health and wellness at MHA on the move: Run/Walk - a 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Kids’ Race - on Sunday, May 6, 2012, at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park in Westchester County, N.Y. The Kids’ Race begins at 9:00 a.m. and the 5K Run/Walk Begins at 9:45 a.m. Racers and walkers can register individually or create teams. The Westchester Road Runners Club will time the race and medals are awarded to the top three male and female runners in each age category. The family-oriented event includes games, food and entertainment. Register online at www.mhawestchester.org. For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Constance Moustakas at 914-345-5900 ext. 7511 or at onthemove@mhawestchester.org

Summer Solstice Run

This is a 14K trail race starting at Lake Minnnewaska along incredible cliffs, pristine lakes, blooming mountain laurel.

Link to race flyer.

Rock and Snow Bridge-2-Bridge Run 5 Mile

Note from Steve Shallenkamp:

This race is being put on by the Shawangunk Runners for the benefit of the Mohonk Preserve at Spring Farm.

The course is a very accessible- its on well maintained carriage paths with only one hill about 300m long halfway through the race. Runners will be treated to great views of the Catskill and the hospitality of both the Shawangunk Runners and the Mohonk Preserve.

It's limited to 300 runners and is by preregistration only. It's part of the effort to put in a second bridge across the roadway so runners can run all over mountain without ever having to cross a paved road. It returns the trail network to the way it was in the early 1900's.

Link to race flyer.

34th Annual Freihofer's Run for Women

The 34th Annual Freihofer's Run for Women will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.

The Freihofer's Run for Women 5km combines some of the top International and American women distance runners and over 4,000 women from the Capital Region and across the nation. From Olympians to the recreational runner, it's a wonderful blend of competition, participation and camaraderie.

The start and finish lines are located on Madison Avenue, between the Empire State Plaza and the New York State Museum in Albany, NY.

Check out the website to view our other events that day (kid’s runs, community walk, and the CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo): www.freihofersrun.com

Link to 5k entry form: http://www.freihofersrun.com/images/pdf/5k_reg_form.pdf

Contact runninginfo@freihofersrun.com or 518-273-5552 for more information.

North Face GoGi 10K

. Please check the web site for this race.

Governors Island is the jewel of the New York Harbor and the most recent addition to NYC Parks. This 172-acre island is home to our USATF certified 10K course. The three loop course takes place on a 22 block long footprint, from tip to tip, and is a flat and fast island exploration run. In addition to the 10k there will be a festival area. Our festival area will be full of fun, music and environmentally themed activities that is fun for family, friends, and kids of all ages.

Race starts at 8:30 am, but you should check the ferry times which can be found on the web site under "Getting There".

15th Annual Cinco De Mayo 5K

Race starts 11:00 am.

Link to race flyer.

Sharon Classic 5-Mile Road Race and Family Festival

After such a mild winter, there is no excuse for missing the Sharon Classic 5-Mile road Race on Saturday, May 5th. This is our 27th running of the SCRR and it is better than ever! Come for the race; stay for the fun activities on the historic Sharon Town Green.

Link to more information.

Locust Grove Summer Trail Race

A race to benefit Locust Grove, the Samuel Morse Historic Site. The scenic, all-trail course winds along carriage roads overlooking the Hudson. Fresh organic produce from the site’s heirloom vegetable garden will be awarded to the top three runners in all men's and women's divisions. Refreshments & dinner served to all pre-registered runners. Limit 150 runners. Registration fees: $15 non-refundable (due by July 19^st), $18 day of race (begins at 4:00 PM). To download a registration form, visit www.lgny.org under calendar of events. For more information contact Ursula Morgan, Director of Public Programs at u.morgan@lgny.org, (845) 454-4500 x 217.

Link to race flyer.

Locust Grove Spring Trail Race

A race to benefit Locust Grove, the Samuel Morse Historic Site. The scenic, all-trail course winds along carriage roads overlooking the Hudson. Fresh flowers from the site’s gardens will be awarded to the top three runners in all men's and women's divisions. Refreshments and dinner served to all registered runners. Limit 150 runners. Registration fees: In advance - $15 non-refundable (due by May 17^th), $18 day of race (begins at 4:00 pm). To download a registration form, visit www.lgny.org under calendar of events. For more information contact Ursula Morgan, Director of Public Programs at u.morgan@lgny.org, (845) 454-4500 x 217.

Link to race flyer.

New Paltz Challenge Half and 5K

Father's Day Half Marathon (starts 7:30 am) and 5K (starts 8:00 am) on Walkill Rail Trail: flat, shady, scenic.

Link to race flyer.

MHRRC Track Practice #1

This is the first night of track practices!

If you want to improve your speed for racing, if you want to get in terrific shape, if you want to work out and talk with other runners, this is the place for you.

These FREE sessions are led by Wayne McDaniel and Conni Grace, who somehow manage to challenge runners of all levels on the track. Come to the MHRRC meeting on April 10 to learn all the theory and why you do what you do on the track - then follow-up with the Tuesday night workouts at Union Vale Middle School.

Please sign up through the MHRRC shopping cart so we have your email address and you have signed the waiver.

On this web site, see Training>>Coaches Corner, Training>>Daniels' Pacing, and Training>>Training Tips for more information about past track practices.