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The Pacer
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ANDERSON ROAD RUNNERS CLUB |
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January – February 2002 |
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President: Bob Hart 643-6304 |
Vice President: Tommy Goodson 642-4834 |
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Treasurer: |
Secretary: Lori Goodson 642-4834 |
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Editor: Robin Van Camp Gerhart 646-6820 |
At-Large Officers: Jim Hoffman 649-2765 |
Race Directors:
Thursday Night 1-Lap Races: Doug Townsend 644-0747
ARRC Road Series: Wally Post 649-8674 and Greg Smith 778-7087
Fun Run Director: Frank St. Phillips
Walking Director: Judy Baylor 284-2718
President’s Message
Another year has passed, one, we will never forget. It seems that almost everyone has re-examined their priorities and runners are no different. We always need to be aware of our surroundings and that applies to when we hit the trails and roads. Now, more than ever the support system within the club becomes paramount as we move forward. In recent years we’ve tried to reemphasize the importance of family and friendships in how the club conducts itself and events. We must continue to develop our "fit" within the community of those seeking fun, fitness and companionship and competition.
During this winter, we would like to continue our field trips and variety runs. Field trips and variety runs make it easier to get outdoors to run and doing things until the Road Series and the Thursday Night runs start up. We’ve already had (1) The Christmas Lights Run – about 12 members, (2) a trip to the HUFF – over 20 ARRC members and friends and (3) the New Year’s run – thanks to Kevin and Debbie Harry – about 10 runners and walkers. Keep checking the newsletter and website, but current thoughts are: a trip to Broadripple for a Monon Trail run and a visit to The Running Company and also a trip to the Cardinal Greenway to meet and run with our friends from Muncie.
So, onward to 2002…. Hope everyone is healthy or getting there. Set some goals. Run with a friend, get a partner or a join with a group, go to races and have a fun year!!
Notes from the past…
Kyle Baker continues making headlines and front cover news with his running career. Former Anderson resident, Highland High School Cross Country and Track star, as well as Anderson Road Runner was voted Michigan Runner of the Year 2001 and also appeared on the front cover of Michigan Runner Magazine. Kyle is the son of Bill Baker, another one of Anderson’s finest runners.
Brock Hagerman finished 14th out of 312 in the USTAF Nationals Held in Nebraska. Brock competed in the 13-14 year old age group. He is 13 years old. Way to go Brock!
Notes for the present…
ARRC Annual Meeting – February 7, 2002 at 6:00 PM – Millcreek at Chesterfield
Our annual meeting will be a time of celebration. Our members have accomplished much through their running or walking. Many will receive specific awards and recognition. All of us should be excited to share in everyone’s success, because one person’s success becomes motivation for others. We can accomplish much more as a group than as individuals. Please plan on attending this event; it will be fun.
We have rented the Memorial Hall at Millcreek Civic Center in Chesterfield (old Chesterfield School). Use the Northeast entrance. Bring a dish for a pitch in and your own drinks and table service. The club will provide chicken. If anyone is coming directly from a run, showers are available.
The meeting is also a time to discuss club business. The Board will bring forth some by-laws change proposals, including to formally integrating our walking program director into our club structure. Other changes also may be discussed or recommended.
We want to continue to balance the workload, by encouraging as many people as possible to be involved in club activities – this helps everyone. Two race director positions are immediately open. They are: Thursday Night Director and White River Run Director. There is a proposal on the table to move the White River Run entirely to the city park trails. This will greatly simplify the work needed to plan and direct the race.
Some of the currently elected board members may wish not to run again. Except for treasurer, none of these positions requires as much time as before club restructuring three years ago. Meetings usually last about 90 minutes and there are about 10 meetings per year (not twelve). Being an elected board member means having a direct say in how we do things throughout the year, and it can be a very gratifying experience. Please think about it, give Bob or one of the other officers a call if you have any concerns or questions. Each of us needs to consider how we can best help the club.
Winter training runs:
During the winter ARRC members and friends still meet frequently for fun runs and training runs. This is a good way to stay in touch, stay motivated and get in some miles during these cold months. Times & places you can count on finding runners (& walkers).
Shadyside Activities Center
Tuesday and Thursday evenings – 5:00 & 5:30 PM
Mounds State Park (pavilion lot)
Saturday mornings – 8:00 & 8:30 AM
Sunday mornings – 8:00 AM
McKinley Middle School in Muncie
Track workouts – 5:30 PM on Wednesdays. (later moves to 6:00 PM)
Ball Hospital Wellness Center
"Mini" training – 8:00 AM Saturday mornings
Most of the time there are enough people to break into groups of several different paces and you’ll almost always have someone to run with.
Notes for the future…
Wally Post and Greg Smith are going to continue in 2002 as directors for the Road Series. At press time the calendar in not complete. Check the Anderson Roadrunners website for race dates.
Steve Tomboni from the Muncie area sent the following information:
The Muncie Endurathon presents:
The 23rd Muncie Endurathon, July 13, 2002-– Half-Ironman Triathlon- National Long Course Championship Youth Triathlon, July 14, 2002
For more information and applications please call 765-287-1799 or register on-line at www.muncieendurathon.com
The Muncie Family YMCA Sponsored 2002 Event Calendar
June 1, 2002- The YMCA World’s Largest Run 5K Run/Walk
June 8, 2002- The Pepsi/YMCA Y-Tri- Triathlon - 400- yard swim/ 9.3- mile bike/ 3.1-mile run
August 31, September 1- Labor Day 2002- The Great Greenway Century bike tour- 28-50 miles on Sat. and Sun
October 26, 2002- Muncie Mini Marathon 5-26.2-mile/13.1-miles/5k run/walk
For more information and applications please call 765-741-5539 or register on-line at
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Blow-Dry Your Feet
Blow-drying your feet may sound funny, but it is one way to help reduce the chance of developing athlete's foot. A fungus that grows in warm, moist environments causes athlete's foot. Blow-drying keeps your feet dry, reducing the chance that the fungus that causes athlete's foot will grow. Of course, never use a blow dryer when you are near water.
- M. Ellman
ANDERSON ROAD RUNNERS CLUB, INC. 2002 Membership Application (revised 1/2/02)
The Anderson Road Runners Club promotes fitness through the enjoyment of running. We have programs and events for all levels and all ages, including a weekly children’s series. The Club meets informally during the winter months and weekly during April through October for organized running events. We also conduct two major races in the Anderson area that attract many people to our community. A newsletter, THE PACER, is mailed to members every other month. All ARRC members are automatically enrolled at no additional cost as members of Road Runners Club of America, of which we are a chapter. Our website address is www.andersonroadrunners.org
ONLY ONE PERSON PER FORM. Family memberships must be submitted together.
Name __________________________________Age _____ Sex ____ Date of Birth ____________
Parent’s Name if Minor (under 18) ____________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________________________
City _________________________________ State _______ Zip ________ Phone _____________
E-Mail Address____________________________________________
Apparel Sizes: Singlet ___ Shorts ____ T-Shirt ____ Sweatshirt ____ Vest ____ Jacket _____
Interests
Walking ____ Beginning Runner ______ Non Competitive Runner______ Competitive Runner _____
Distance _____________ Children’s Running ________Fitness / Nutritional Information ___________
Other (such as favorite training courses) ___________________________________________________
Membership Information New ________ Renewal _________
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Membership Type |
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Kids Membership |
To Age 12 |
Free |
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Youth Membership |
18 & under |
$5.00 |
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Single Adult |
19 & up |
$15.00 |
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Family Membership |
$25.00 |
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Program Fees |
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Kids Weekly Points |
Free |
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Youth Weekly Points (Season) |
8 weeks |
$5.00 |
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Individual Weekly Pts (Season) |
20 weeks |
$10.00 |
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Individual Road Pts. (Season) |
All Year |
$10.00 |
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Donation to Scholarship Fund |
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Total Paid |
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Mail with check payable to: Anderson Road Runners Club PO Box 282 Anderson, IN. 46015
Note: $1.25 of your membership fee will be for a subscription to RRCA’s quarterly magazine, Footnotes.
Club Membership Application Waiver
I know that running and volunteering in club races are potentially hazardous activities. I should not enter and run in club activities unless I am properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running and volunteering to work in club races including, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including high heat and/or humidity, the conditions of the road and traffic on the course, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing the facts, and in consideration of your acceptance of my application for membership, I. For myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Road Runners Club of America, the Anderson, (Indiana) Road Runners Club and all sponsors, their representatives, and successors from all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in these club activities even though that liability may rise from negligence or carelessness on the part the persons named in the waiver.
Signature __________________________________________________________Date ________
(Parent must sign if entrant is under 18 years of age)
Quote of the Day
February
03, Sun. – the 30th Groundhog 7, 7-mile run, 1:00 p.m., Carmel-Clay Junior High School, Carmel, IN Contact Runners Forum (317) 290-RUNR
09, Sat. – Cupid’s Fling 5K, 5K run/walk, 9:00 a.m., Clay Junior High School, Carmel, IN Contact Runners Forum (317) 844-1558
09, Sat. – 2nd Annual Run for Roses, 8K trail run/5K trail walk, 9:00 a.m., Hardy Lake State Park, Austin, In Contact Brett Turner (812) 793-2759 or Indiana Track Club
16, Sat. – Hoosier State Games Training Series 7K, 7K run/walk, 9:00 a.m., Corner Washington/Meridian Sts. Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
23, Sat. – Polar Bear Run and Walk, 5-mile run/walk, Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 884-4001
23, Sat. – Flurry Run 4 Mile/1 Mile, 4 mile run/1 mile walk, 9:00 a.m., West Central Community Hospital, Clinton, In Contact Wabash Valley Striders (765) 832-1500
March
03, Sun.- 9th Annual Race Through History, 5 mile run/3 mile walk, 9:00 a.m., Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN Contact Indy Runners (317) 290-RUNR
09, Sat. – Hoosier State Games Training Series 10K, 10K run/walk, 9:00 a.m., Corner Washington/Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
15, Fri, - St. Patrick’s Day Race, 5 mile run/walk, 9:00 a.m., Downtown Indianapolis, Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
23, Sat. – 2nd Annual Holliday Park Trail Run, 5 Mile run, 9:00 a.m., Holliday Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
23, Sat. – Mountain Goat Hill Runs/Walk, 15K run and 3 mile walk/run, 10:30 a.m., Kickapoo State Recreation Area, Danville, IL Contact Kennekuk Road Runners (217) 469-2134
24, Sun. – 33 Sam Costa Half Marathon, 13.1 mile run, 1:00 p.m., Carmel Clay Junior High School, Carmel, In Contact Indy Runners (317) 290-RUNR
30, Sat. – Race for the Kids, 8K run/5K walk, 9:00 a.m., Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
30, Sat. – Indiana Smokefree Distance Classic, 15K run/4 mile walk, Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 994-4001
April
06, Sat. – Homeless Hustle, 10k run/5K race and fitness walk, 9:00 a.m./9:20 a.m., Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
07, Sun. – Indianapolis Distance Classic, 15k run/4mile walk, Downtown Indianapolis, Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 884-4001
13, Sat. – Hoosier State Games Training Series 15K, 15k run/walk, 9:00 a.m., Corner Washingotn/Meridan Sts., Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 773-3300
20, Sat. – Race for the Cure, 5K run/walk, 9:00 a.m., IU Track Stadium, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
27, Sat. – Brown County Spring 5K and 10k Runs, 5K/10K run, Brown County YMCA, Nashville, IN Contact Mike Cox (812) 988-9622
27, Sat. – Kentucky Derby Mini Marathon and Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Marathon (debut), 7:30 a.m., Louisville, KY Contact www.minimarathon@kdf.org or 800-928-3378
May
04, Sat. – Indianapolis Life 500 Festival Mini Marathon, 13.1 mile run/walk, 8:00 a.m., Indianapolis, IN Contact 500 Festival Committee (317) 237-3400 or Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
18, Sat. – Brandon’s Run, 8K run/5K walk, 8:00 a.m., Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300
18, Sat. – Rookie Run, Youth runs, 12:30 pm., Indianapolis, In Contact Tuxedo Brothers, (317) 733-3300
Above races are subject to change, to insure accuracy of event contact race director or number listed.
www.andersonroadrunners.org
Anderson Road Runners Club
P.O. Box 282
Anderson, IN 46015-0282