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We are happy to announce that the History of the Annapolis Striders A-10 is now available on the main Annapolis Striders webpage. This e-document is a continuation of the work done by Mike Chamberlain and Dan Symancyk for the first 25 years of the race. More information is still being processed and will be added as time goes on. If you have questions, corrections, or additional information that we can link to contact the editor, Dan Symancyk, at
dan@annapolisstriders.org
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The History of the Annapolis Ten Mile Run – 1976-2025
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50th annual Annapolis Ten Mile Run
Sunday, August 24th, 2025
The event is
FULL
but join the waiting list!
Due to the race being “sold out” and the continued intense demand for entries this year, we are now allowing you to transfer your 2025 A-10 entry to another runner. If you can no longer join us on Sunday, August 24, login to your RunSignup account and transfer your spot to a friend or neighbor. All transfers must be initiated by Sunday, August 17, and there is a $35 transfer fee. Full details can be found at runsignup.com/a10.
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Looking for something to do before summer is over? Something where you can spend time with friends or get to meet new people? We have just what you are looking for and will throw in a t-shirt!
FREE T-SHIRT!
We need volunteers to help with the upcoming Annapolis 10 miler on
Sunday, August 24
th
.
Please reach out to
a10volunteers@annapolisstriders.org
if you can help with any of the following on Sunday, August 24
th
.
- Parking – 5am – 7am
- Packet pickup – 5am – 7am
- Course Monitoring
- Premium Distribution
- Beer Truck
- Awards distribution
This race is only possible because of the wonderful volunteers!
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Be part of the Annapolis Striders A-10
public relations effort!
Help distribute flyers about the race in areas that will be
impacted on race morning!
Our plan is to head out at 6pm on Tuesday, August 19th from the parking lot of
Graul’s/Bella Italia at 607/609 Taylor Avenue in Annapolis to distribute flyers in neighborhoods across the Naval Academy Bridge. Pizza will be provided afterwards.
If that date does not work for certain people, a stack of fliers (with a designated route) can be delivered to people interested in helping but who are unable to help on Tuesday, August 19th.
If you are interested, contact Chris Stachurski
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Runners, the Metric Marathon registration opened
July 1, 2025. It’s a great distance for a beautiful run as you train for your marathons and ultras. The race will be held
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
at Southern High School in Harwood Maryland. The price for Annapolis Striders members is still only $10.00. Price for non-members is $15.00 which is another bargain compared to current race pricing.
For more information and registration
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Downs Park 5 Mile Run
(7th leg of the Annapolis Striders Championship Series)
Registration is OPEN!
Saturday, November 1, 2025 8:30 am
John H. Downs 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. Downs 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 7:30-8:00 AM. Race Day registration fee is $25.00 (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.
If you are registered for the full Championship series or the shorter race bundle you do NOT need to register separately for this race.
For more information and registration
Questions or to Volunteer
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Rosaryville Veterans Day Trail Race 50K & 20K
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Join us for the 16th Annual Rosaryville Veteran’s Day Trail Run, a classic trail race with old school feel. This event will take place on
November 8th, 2025
, at the scenic Rosaryville State Park, where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the trails. You can choose between a 50K or a 20K distance, starting at 8:00am and 9:00am respectively.
Spots are limited; visit here To register or volunteer for the race..
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The Rosaryville Veterans Day Trail Run
race committee
is hosting a series of training runs to help runners get ready for the
November 8th
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 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 13th
- October 4th
- October 18th
- October 25th
For more information 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
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Registration is OPEN
Annapolis Striders 2025 Anniversary Run 15K
Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park Road
Annapolis, MD US 21043
The Anniversary Run 15k is the last race of the Championship Series to commemorate the founding of the Annapolis Striders. Originally run at the end of December at the Naval Academy, it is now held the second weekend of December on the trails of Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis. The race is free for Annapolis Striders members who register before Friday, December 12, 2025.
If you are already registered for the Championship Series, then you do not have to register separately for this race.
The start, finish and awards will take place at the outdoor Sassafras Pavilion.
For more information, registration and 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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Current Training Programs:
We currently have 2 active training programs in progress: The A10 training group for which the last day is Sunday, August 17th, (coached by Dave Dold) and Moore’s Marines Marathon Training (coached by Bob Moseley). Both programs are well structured and help you get to the starting line ready to race. Still time to jump in; check out the Striders website for the exact training dates and additional information.
Coaching Call
: We are always looking for coach/mentors for our other training programs, such as the 5K, 10K, Jr. Striders and marathon groups. If you’d like to step into coaching and are interested, give me a shout. If you are experienced/RRCA-certified (or certified via another program, such as UESCA) or are interested in becoming certified, we can help pay for that training as well.
News you can use:
In past editions, I have spoken a lot about heart rate, zone 2 running, maximum aerobic fitness rate, speed work, etc. which are all important factors in our overall training programs. Another method that is often employed to gauge effort is called Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE). RPE is specific to each individual, as your RPE compared to mine might be similar or very different. In any case, it’s another way to determine how hard to train and doesn’t require that you be connected to some sort of device to determine your overall effort. Here’s an article that explains the concept in more detail:
https://marathonhandbook.com/rate-of-perceived-exertion
See you on the trail (or somewhere else!).
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ANNAPOLIS STRIDERS BOARD MEETINGS
NEXT MEETING:
Tuesday, September 2nd
6:30 pm
Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street
Annapolis
Tuesday, October 7th
6:30 pm
Severna Park Library
45 W McKinsey
Severna Park
Please remember that ALL Annapolis Striders members are welcome at our monthly Board Meetings, the first Tuesday of each month.
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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Do you like getting together with other runners for a run or a meal, drink and camaraderie?
We are looking for volunteers for the Social committee to help arrange for the club’s monthly happy hour and/or running socials. Contact
Annapolis Striders President, Darrell Mak
if you are interested!
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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 “For your information” 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 automatically updated in the
E-Streak.
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Annapolis Striders members are now eligible for 10-20% off purchases at Running Warehouse (
runningwarehouse.com
). Enter code
BS4U2KNQ
at checkout.
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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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SEPTEMBER
Strides For Strength 5k & Fun Run
Sunday, September 21,2025
The 2nd Annual Strides for Strength 5K and Fun Run will be held at McDonogh School in Owings Mills, MD with all proceeds benefiting
Giving Strength Inc
and our mission to fund research grants and build awareness for the rare congenital muscular dystrophy, SELENON Related Myopathy. This rare disease mainly
impacts neck and core muscle weakness, causing rigid spine, scoliosis and reduced respiratory function. Every dollar raised is so impactful for those navigating SELENON and will go directly to the top researchers in the world. Let’s get those strides in for
SELENON!
For more information and registration
Race Discount Code: RUNCLUB4GOOD
OCTOBER
Chestertown Challenge
Sunday, October 12th
Half marathon and 5 K run/walk
Kent Association of Riding Therapy (KART)
For more information and registration
Event Flyer
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