Whew!

You know it's hot .. when this happens...



Despite the heat.. you are all rockin'!  

• Tuesday's trail run was a hit by all reports.   Special thanks to Dan & Linda for hosting! 
• Wednesday morning progressive run had Tom O, Adam W, Alan E, Shane N and Ann N. out with some great cross wind.  
• Wednesday evenings track run had Tom W., Ann N, Dan M, Jill, Marv, Mike N, Lori and Tom O'.  Lots of hydration.   Thanks Charro for unlocking the track for us ! (this track is typically open, but still in the final touches of a resurface project). 

Here's some things going on ...

• Thursday 6pm:  It's time to bring out your inner cowboy or cowgirl!  It's a Western theme of Save A Horse! Dress appropriately for the theme and come on out to Jill & Adam's home at 1286 Brookfield Ct NE in Byron.   Our hosts are providing routes to run or walk, along with hot dogs/brats on the grill, baked beans, salad, chips and salsa, Sangria, Healthy Margarita & Water.  You can bring a desert, or a dish to pass if you like.  Also, BYOB if you'd like something else to drink. 
• Saturday 7am:   Marathon Training runs are up and at 'em for the fall season.   This week's dash is 10'ish miles and you'll find the route at the following link.   http://runningrochester.blogspot.com/
• Sunday 7:30am:   Off Season Striders are heading out for some fun from Dunn Brothers North in Rochester, expect between 6-10 miles (varies based on what people say they want to run that morning.)

Upcoming Races

• July 4th - Stewartville Summerfest Runs.   You can run the 3 Mile the 5 Mile or both!   http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=44
• July 4th - Memorial Run for Jason Stevens at Cook Park in Rochester.  Entry fee is a non-perishable food item for Channel One.   Come on out and support this awesome family as they remember. 
• July 18th - Torch Light 5K in Minneapolis.  This is part of the USATF team circuit.  I know a few members are going.. let's get connected and carpool to the race that's billed as the Coolest Party of the summer!  http://www.torchlight5k.com/page/show/502315-minneapolis
• July 21st - Byron Good Neighbor Days Race.  One of my favorites!    http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=143

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