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February 15, 2024 Issue 4
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The Annapolis Striders have lost a legend: The great Evan Thomas passed away February 2nd at age 82. Few have contributed as much to the running community as Evan did, serving as Striders president, Annapolis Ten Mile Run race director, columnist for The Capital Gazette, RRCA Maryland state representative, and founder of our Annapolis Striders 5K Beginning Runners Program, among a hundred other roles. “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.” We’d say he succeeded beyond measure.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 2-4 pm at Barranco Severna Park Funeral Home & Cremation Care, PA. located at 495 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146.
Obituary may be found here. Barranco funeral home
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Annapolis Striders Board Nominations 2024
On behalf of the Nominating and Board Development Committee, below is the slate of officers presented to the general membership as approved by the Board of Directors. Please use this form to vote to approve or disapprove the slate of officers. Voting closes March 8th at 11:59pm. Results will be announced at the annual meeting on March 9th. Only one vote is allowed per registered Annapolis Striders member.
Voting form
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Purchase your tickets now!
Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Banquet
Saturday, March 9, 2024
5 pm-10 pm
The Annapolis Elks Lodge #622
2 Pythian Drive, Edgewater, MD 21037
Please join us on March 9th for our annual meeting and hear a recap of what happened in 2023 and what’s to come in 2024. After the meeting, stick around to see who received which awards and continued their iron man streak! Of course, we will have food, beverages and after the awards dancing!
Purchase your tickets here!
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Congratulations to the following Annapolis Striders who have won an Ironman award for 2023.
Awards will be presented at the Annual Banquet scheduled for March 9th. Awards will also be available for pick up at the B&A trail Marathon.
half and full marathon
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Matthew Mace
Will Myers
Derek Ammons
Lisa Zamostny
Charles Muskin
Larry Puglisi
Stephen Hord
Leo Djiwatampu
Daniel Symancyk
Amy Malone
Maksym Petrenko
Katey Wurstner
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Carah Tabar
Lloyd Rawley
Griffin Tabar
Sandi Simon
Sean Hamilton
David John Walser
Craig Troop
Barbara D’Amico
Kendra Smith
David Phipps
Gregory Hill
Mark Hamilton
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44th Annual RRCA
CLUB CHALLENGE 10M
8:00am Sunday, February 25th, 2024
Howard Community College in Columbia, Maryland
There is no walk-up registration. There is no race day registration. Once registration closes online February 15, 11:59 pm
that’s it.
Represent the Annapolis Striders in the RRCA Club Challenge! This is a race EXCLUSIVE to RRCA running clubs (such as the Annapolis Striders) in Maryland and Washington, D.C., and NOT open to the general public. The fastest runners from our club in each event contribute to scoring. Events include overall men/women/co-ed, Under 40 men/women, Masters men/women, Grand Masters men/women, as well as overall individual awards.
If you are a current member of the Annapolis Striders, use the link below with the team code 2024AS000 which pre-populates as you register. Registration is open January 1st until February 15th to club members ONLY. You must be able to run at least a 13mpm pace on a hilly course. The course time gun time limit is 2 hours 10 minutes. The Annapolis Striders do not supplement the $40 cost of the initial race entry, but those who register and show up on race day will be reimbursed $20 CASH. Additionally, there are a limited number of Annapolis Striders team shirts left from last year. If you did not receive one last year, and we have your size still, you will also get a team shirt.
RRCA CLUB CHALLENGE 10M
Arrive early (6:45am – 7:40am) for bib pick up and a team photo (7:30am). This is our chance to show Maryland and the District which team is the fastest. For any questions email our team captain:
casey@annapolisstriders.org
Not interested in running the 10 miles? Better yet come to volunteer and cheer on your fellow Annapolis Striders. To volunteer check the race website.
RRCA Club Challenge 10M – Howard County Striders
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B&A Marathon and Half Marathon
Sunday, March 24,2024
Severna Park High School
60 Robinson Rd
Severna Park, MD US 21146
The B&A Trail Marathon & Half-Marathon is a fast, fun, well-supported, and low-pressure event along the B&A Trail. The Annapolis Striders held the first B&A Trail Marathon in 1992 and added the half marathon in 1996.
For more information and registration
The B&A Trail Marathon and Half-Marathon will be held on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Numerous volunteer opportunities remain available in connection with this race and you can apply for them on RunSignUp link by clicking on the volunteer button.
A lot of folks have volunteered already and it appears as though we have three of the six aid stations staffed. In addition, we have assurances that as in the past, the U.S. Naval Academy will come through with a host of volunteers.
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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 Strider 2024 Half Marathon Training
Saturday, January 6- Sunday, March 24th
A 12-week build-up program for half marathon runners
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This low-key program will guide the participants from a base of 6 miles up to a long run of 14 miles in 12 weeks. The goal will be for all who complete the program to be able to complete the B&A Trail Half Marathon or an alternative half marathon around the same timeframe. You must sign up for the race on your own. They CLOSE OUT so sign up early!
Every Saturday morning at 7:30 am from January 6, 2024, through March 16, 2024, we will meet at the B&A Trail near the Park and Ride lot at Jones Station Road and Route 2 in Severna Park. You will be coached by qualified Strider coaches.
For more information and registration
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ANNAPOLIS STRIDERS BOARD MEETINGS
NEXT MEETING:
TUESDAY, March 5th, 2024
Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street, Annapolis, MD 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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Next Social:
Thursday, February 22nd 6-8 pm
Annapolis Bowl
2057 Generals Highway, Annapolis
Annapolis Bowl website
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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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FEBRUARY
TRY-a-TRI
Sunday, February 18th
Severna Park Racquetball & Fitness Club
Have you ever wanted to try a triathlon but didn’t know where to start?
We are happy to announce our annual TRY-a-TRI clinic for beginner
triathletes! Join us for this free, guided and hands-on clinic. If you are new to the sport or know someone who is interested in Triathlon – SPREAD THE WORD! You will swim 10 laps, bike for 10 mins, and then run for 10 min
Annapolis Triathlon Club
Race registration
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MARCH
2024 Celtic Canter 5K and Irish Festival in Westminster, MD
March 9, 2024
Organizers are extending a special deal to the members of your club, $5 off registration with
CODE: RUN24.
For more information and registration (click on event website)
Barlowe Bolt 5K Run/1 Mile Walk
March 23, 2024 7:00 am
The 12th Annual Barlowe Bolt takes place in the suburban town of Millersville MD. Your path will have a good mix of flat and hilly roads lined with mature trees in this charming town. This is a perfect first race of the season whether you are a beginner or experienced runner. This is a chip timed race for the 5k participants. Medals will be awarded for the best male and female times in each of the age groups. We look forward to another fun Barlowe Bolt, we’ll see you there!
Same-day registration begins at 6am (cash only) and the race starts at 7am.
For more information and registration
FONA Flowering 5K
March 24, 2024 9:00 am
Enjoy spring at the U.S. National Arboretum during FONA’s Flowering 5K. This run or walk will take you past garden collections brightly colored with spring flowers, over tree-lined rolling hills, and along streams winding their way to the Anacostia River. Enjoy cherry blossoms, magnolias, and so much more!
This race is not only scenic, but also safe and secure. All roads are closed to cars during this race so you can safely enjoy running or walking through this 451-acre urban green space. Strollers and dogs are welcome, but dogs must stay on a 6′ non-retractable leash.
There will be a professional race announcer calling out runners as they cross the finish line and there will be music before and after the event to get you in the groove. A professional photographer will take photos along the course. These photos will be shared with all participants after the race for free!
For more information and registration
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APRIL
Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon
Saturday, April 13, 2024
The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon will be held on Saturday April 13 at the Woods Community Center beginning at 7 am. The race consists of an 800 yard pool swim, a 9 mile bike and 3 mile run on the B&A Trail. Individual and 2 or 3 person teams can participate.
For more information and registration
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OCTOBER
Marine Corps Marathon
October 27, 2024
Don’t miss out – MCM, MCM10K and MCM50K registration increases Dec 26! 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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