In the previous post I referenced multiple events hosted by Team R.E.D. Of those events.. two are currently accepting registrations. The rest will open in the coming weeks...
June 2nd - Mason Run @ Chesterwoods - Register at https://raceroster.com/events/2018/15523/chester-woods-trail-races-mason-run
July 14/15 - Minnesota Nut House Challenge - Register at https://raceroster.com/events/2018/15791/2018-minnesota-nut-house-challenge
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Opportunities!
I'm excited to announce Team R.E.D. is officially the new host of the Minnesota Nut House Challenge. With that said, we'll be seeking people who want to volunteer and take on small race day roles, or larger roles to help shape Team R.E.D.
With this transition, we have acquired the TritonEvents Website, and I'm seeking a webmaster. Do you have skills AND time to help us update and maintain a website? If you do, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
You'll see a list of races we currently support from a Race Directing standpoint. If you're interested in learning to race direct, and willing to volunteer, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
We are now Directing all of the following events - and it's awesome! With that said, it takes a lot of volunteers, so if you want to be part of any one of these events, please email me with your availability! - byron.teamred@gmail.com
Along with these races, we are big supporters at many local events! Our volunteer time makes a difference, as does our participation rate! So please keep on supporting all local races!
Speaking of volunteers...
We're seeking a key volunteer for the Med City Marathon Weekend. Team R.E.D. hosts a booth at the Expo, and I'd love to name a volunteer coordinator to track that we have our booth fully supported as I come an go throughout the weekend. *we do some work there by checking ID's and banding people for the post race party, so we are a pretty busy booth! If you can coordinate our staffing, that would be awesome, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
With this transition, we have acquired the TritonEvents Website, and I'm seeking a webmaster. Do you have skills AND time to help us update and maintain a website? If you do, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
You'll see a list of races we currently support from a Race Directing standpoint. If you're interested in learning to race direct, and willing to volunteer, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
We are now Directing all of the following events - and it's awesome! With that said, it takes a lot of volunteers, so if you want to be part of any one of these events, please email me with your availability! - byron.teamred@gmail.com
- June 2nd - Mason Run @ Chesterwoods - 5K, 10 Mile, 50K
- July 14/15 - Minnesota Nut House Challenge - 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
- July 19 - Beer Mile - 1 Mile / 4 Beers - We plan to meet International Rules in 2018
- July 22 - Free Kids Mile - Byron Good Neighbor Days Parade
- Nov 30 - Underwear Mile - Adults Only
- Dec 1 - Pajama Mile - Family Friendly
Along with these races, we are big supporters at many local events! Our volunteer time makes a difference, as does our participation rate! So please keep on supporting all local races!
Speaking of volunteers...
We're seeking a key volunteer for the Med City Marathon Weekend. Team R.E.D. hosts a booth at the Expo, and I'd love to name a volunteer coordinator to track that we have our booth fully supported as I come an go throughout the weekend. *we do some work there by checking ID's and banding people for the post race party, so we are a pretty busy booth! If you can coordinate our staffing, that would be awesome, please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com
Saturday, February 10, 2018
The week ahead!
Here's a quick look at the upcoming week... and please consider voting on the poll on the right hand side of the blog. We want all of us to have a great experience in the group gatherings!
- Sunday 8am: The off Season Striders are at it again, this time from Dunn Bros North. Same plan, different day! Join the fun!
- Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are crusing 2nd Street by gathering at Beetles Bar & Grill at 230 20th Ave SW Rochester. Join the fun and swing back for the social!
- Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail Crew hits up Gamehaven. This is a great spot on the edge of Rochester, and of course, the Afters are always fun at Roosters Too! Gather at the parking lot at 45th St. SE
- Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls never back down. Join the group run from Glynners in Rochester, and head back to Glynners for the great social time!
- Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is back in Byron for a run or walk from the Bears Den. We'll plan on routes of any distance, however you'll typically find options of 3, 4 or 6 miles. We're bringing back the Rock Paper Scissors challenges too! A chance for a gift card!
Friday, February 9, 2018
The winner is...
I want to thank everyone who submitted an entry into the It's so cold.... contest! Our entry numbers were strong, our votes were weak.... so, without further ado ..
The Winner is Sonja! - Congrats Sonja... you have won a $20 gift card to the Bears Den!
Also, here is a peek at a few pics from Thursdays fun on the run!
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| Social Ice Creatures of R.E.D. |
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| Gwen, Cindy, Tom, Sarah, Don, Chad, Mike, Shane & Brian |
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| Dancing downtown! |
Here's a look at the weekend..
Saturday 7:30am: The Off Season Striders hit the road from Charlies, located in Hillcrest Shopping Center. The route get's chatted just before take-off.. you can always choose your distance, and your pace! - Come back for the social!
Sunday 8am: The off Season Striders are at it again, this time from Dunn Bros North. Same plan, different day! Join the fun!
Reminder: The Marathon & Half Marathon Training long runs start Saturday 2/17. You do not need to be a member of any running club to join these runs. Just bring $1 to help support the aid stations. This is another group that covers all the paces, do not be afraid to join the crew!
Saturday, February 3, 2018
The Week Ahead!
Here's a look at the upcoming week... it's going to be a fun week! **Also, remember to vote on the poll on the right hand side of the blog. Voting closes at 4pm Sunday.
- Sunday 8am: The Off Season Striders step out from Brothers Bar & Grill - Please park in back, and meet just inside the back door for the route talk. You will be home in plenty of time for a nap and a Super Bowl party!
- Monday 6pm: The Monday Maniacs are heading to Dooley's. This is a fun location to cruise around downtown, and of course come back for the social! Remember, if you order Chocolate Milk and Beer here, you want to specify two glasses (unless your intent is to mix them!)
- Tuesday 6:15pm: Bill Barnacle State Woodlands is the site for the Tuesday Trail Crew. You can meet at the Minnoco in Marion to caravan to the parking lot. (it's a tucked away spot!). Always fun, and afters will be at Roosters too! or Thirsty Belgium - game time decision.
- Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls are enjoying the routes from Glynners Pub in Rochester. Join the late crew and have some fun logging miles! Of course, a social to follow!
- Thursday 6pm: Grand Rounds is the host of Team R.E.D. this night. We'll cover all of downtown by foot, and enjoy the social after! Grand Rounds is a major sponsor of the Nut House Challenge as well.
Last Thursday we rejuvenated our Rock Paper Scissors tourney and the winner was a relative Newcomer as Lindsey took down Elaine in the finals... congrats!
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| Don and Kasey try to learn some skills from Elaine and Lindsey in the Championship! |
Contest.. It's so cold!
Check out the poll on the right hand side of the blog. One of the entries seen there will win a $20 gift card to the Bears Den! Please vote....
Saturday 7:30am: The Off Season Striders keep it rolling from Charlies at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. The Saturday's at Charlies continue this week and next.. then the Saturday runs transition to the RAC for the Marathon and Half Marathon training runs.
Sunday 8am: The Off Season Striders step out from Brothers Bar & Grill - Please park in back, and meet just inside the back door for the route talk. When the Marathon / Half Marathon training starts, these Sunday runs typically continue.
We'll get you a look at Monday through Thursday yet this weekend! Enjoy the great outdoors and don't forget to tune in for the Super Bowl Commercials - well, the game too!
Saturday 7:30am: The Off Season Striders keep it rolling from Charlies at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. The Saturday's at Charlies continue this week and next.. then the Saturday runs transition to the RAC for the Marathon and Half Marathon training runs.
Sunday 8am: The Off Season Striders step out from Brothers Bar & Grill - Please park in back, and meet just inside the back door for the route talk. When the Marathon / Half Marathon training starts, these Sunday runs typically continue.
We'll get you a look at Monday through Thursday yet this weekend! Enjoy the great outdoors and don't forget to tune in for the Super Bowl Commercials - well, the game too!
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Congrats are in order!
Congratulations to several Team R.E.D. members for being recognized for their contributions! All very much deserved!
The Rochester Track Club honored Gwen Jacobson with the Runner of the Year Award! - As you may know, Gwen is pursing her goal of Marathons in all 50 States, but that's not all, she's tackling them at sub-four hours as well! In addition, Gwen volunteers and supports some many others within the running community.
Here we have a pic of three deserving ladies. Ruth wins the Service Award, Gwen with the Runner of the Year Award, and Sonja takes home the Dwight Pierson Award! These awards represent the tireless service they all give to the community! Nice work all!
Also, during the Minnesota State High School League Track & Field Coaches Banquet, Eric Klein was recognized as Class-A Coach of the Year!
Here's a look at the week ahead...
Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are cruising out of Kinney Creek Brewery in Rochester. Come out for a run or walk, and come back for some beverages and a mean game of Hammerslagen!
Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail Crew gets off their Asphalt at Whitewater State Park. You can run, snowshoe, hike.. whatever you like! Afters are at Mauer Bros.
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls hit up Glynners Pub in Rochester. Several people find this later opportunity very nice! Get out and connect on the run... come back for a social!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. runs from the Bears Den in Byron. We'll have our customary routes in the range of 3, 4 or 6 miles, but as always, do what's right for you! Don't forget to come back for the social!
The Rochester Track Club honored Gwen Jacobson with the Runner of the Year Award! - As you may know, Gwen is pursing her goal of Marathons in all 50 States, but that's not all, she's tackling them at sub-four hours as well! In addition, Gwen volunteers and supports some many others within the running community.
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| Gwen "Runner of the Year!" with last years winner, Steve DeBoer |
Here we have a pic of three deserving ladies. Ruth wins the Service Award, Gwen with the Runner of the Year Award, and Sonja takes home the Dwight Pierson Award! These awards represent the tireless service they all give to the community! Nice work all!
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| Ruth, Gwen & Sonja with the hardware! |
Also, during the Minnesota State High School League Track & Field Coaches Banquet, Eric Klein was recognized as Class-A Coach of the Year!
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| Eric and his St Charles Coaching Staff |
Here's a look at the week ahead...
Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are cruising out of Kinney Creek Brewery in Rochester. Come out for a run or walk, and come back for some beverages and a mean game of Hammerslagen!
Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail Crew gets off their Asphalt at Whitewater State Park. You can run, snowshoe, hike.. whatever you like! Afters are at Mauer Bros.
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls hit up Glynners Pub in Rochester. Several people find this later opportunity very nice! Get out and connect on the run... come back for a social!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. runs from the Bears Den in Byron. We'll have our customary routes in the range of 3, 4 or 6 miles, but as always, do what's right for you! Don't forget to come back for the social!
Sunday, January 21, 2018
Stories To Tell!
Several Team R.E.D. members have been jet setting all around the states, and globe for that matter! I'm looking forward to the stories they will have to share!
Many of you were able to check in, and help Travis and Monika while they were in Rochester for Travis' surgery. That's so awesome that people were able and willing to help the friends of a friend. Nice work all!
The snow did not hold on for the Sunday Snowshoe, but possibly Monday will bring us a pile to play in. Here's a look at the week ahead. Remember, for all the group opportunities, you can Run. Walk. Hike. or skip all that and simply Eat. Drink!
Many of you were able to check in, and help Travis and Monika while they were in Rochester for Travis' surgery. That's so awesome that people were able and willing to help the friends of a friend. Nice work all!
The snow did not hold on for the Sunday Snowshoe, but possibly Monday will bring us a pile to play in. Here's a look at the week ahead. Remember, for all the group opportunities, you can Run. Walk. Hike. or skip all that and simply Eat. Drink!
- Monday 6pm: The Monday Maniacs are heading downtown, gathering and finishing at the Tap House in Rochester. Join the crew and log some miles, before coming back for the social!
- Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail crew hits up Chester Woods Park. You may log your miles in running shoes, or possibly snowshoes! El Carambas is the spot for Afters.
- Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls are heading to Glynners Pub again this week. What a great chance to get some miles, especially if it's difficult for you to be ready by 6pm each night. Join for the miles, and hit up the post run social!
- Thursday 6pm: Team RE.D. is rolling from Broadway Pizza in Rochester. We'll scour the northern side of town, before coming back to have a great social.
Thursday, January 18, 2018
It's the weekend!
Here's a look at the weekend... it includes a possible Snowshoe, but, we do not really know the snow conditions just yet, and it may warm up enough to muck up what we have! Join us either way, as we'll either snowshoe, or hike!
Saturday 730am: Off Season Striders get rolling from Charlies Pub & Eatery at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. People run quite a variety of distances, and re-unite back at Charlies for a social!
Saturday 9am: Winterfest Frigid 5K in St Charles. See link below with upcoming events for more details. The event is organized by Team R.E.D. member Eric Kline.
Sunday 8am: Off Season Striders are sure to be out, but I have not yet seen the location. Check back for details or request to be added to Jean's OSS Distribution list.
Sunday 1pm: Team R.E.D. Snowshoe?? Maybe! Meet at the 1st bridge of Oxbow Park, just north of Byron. The 1st bridge lot is the 2nd lot on your left as you enter the park via the gravel Cty Rd 105. If snow permits we'll snowshoe, if not, let's hike! - this early afternoon start will ensure great temps, and plenty of time to get home for the 5:40pm NFC Championship game! - AFC game kicks off at 2:05pm.
Updates for next week will be posted on Sunday. Upcoming events are listed below...
Saturday 730am: Off Season Striders get rolling from Charlies Pub & Eatery at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. People run quite a variety of distances, and re-unite back at Charlies for a social!
Saturday 9am: Winterfest Frigid 5K in St Charles. See link below with upcoming events for more details. The event is organized by Team R.E.D. member Eric Kline.
Sunday 8am: Off Season Striders are sure to be out, but I have not yet seen the location. Check back for details or request to be added to Jean's OSS Distribution list.
Sunday 1pm: Team R.E.D. Snowshoe?? Maybe! Meet at the 1st bridge of Oxbow Park, just north of Byron. The 1st bridge lot is the 2nd lot on your left as you enter the park via the gravel Cty Rd 105. If snow permits we'll snowshoe, if not, let's hike! - this early afternoon start will ensure great temps, and plenty of time to get home for the 5:40pm NFC Championship game! - AFC game kicks off at 2:05pm.
Updates for next week will be posted on Sunday. Upcoming events are listed below...
Whitewater WinterFest Frigid 5K
Jan. 20 9am
St. Charles
Annual RTC Banquet
Saturday, Jan. 27
Canadian Honker Events at Kahler Apache
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mike Joyner
Rochester Winterfest XV -Optimist Club
Frozen Goose 10K/5K
Feb. 4th
2018 Spring Season Marathon/Distance Training
Feb. 17th
Rochester Athletic Club
Friday, January 12, 2018
Please Note: Off Season Striders Update
5 Team R.E.D. members dared to step outside on Thursday night, and by all reports, it was very do-able! - Mileage ranged from 3 to 5 to 10 miles! Wendy brought our group total to 6 when she stopped in for a glass of red wine. Seems wise!
The weekend is here and that typically means, Off Season Striders! Due to the sub zero temps, Saturday's regularly scheduled run is cancelled, and they hope to get some miles on Sunday.
Saturday - OSS Cancelled
Sunday 8am - OSS is running from the New Panera along 16th St SW in Rochester.
Monday 6pm - Monday Maniacs head to the Freight Yard on Civic Center Drive in Rochester. Join the crew and log some miles, come back to the Yard for a great selection of beverages and food if you like! - Remember the social is a piece of what helps us make stronger connections!
Tuesday 6:15pm - Tuesday Trail crew heads to Quarry Hill in Rochester. The trail are fun this time of year! We gather at the parking lot at the end of 9th Street NE, by the snow covered tennis courts. Location for the social is a game time decision.
Tuesday 9pm - The Night Owls have a new kick off spot this week! - Join the crew at Glynners Pub. What a great chance to get out and log some miles! - Don't forget to have a post workout social with the team!
Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. rolls into and out of the Bears Den in Byron. Take your choice of distance, just be sure to come back to the Den! See you soon!
Below are a few of the upcoming events in the area! - the information is stolen directly from Jean and her OSS email.
The weekend is here and that typically means, Off Season Striders! Due to the sub zero temps, Saturday's regularly scheduled run is cancelled, and they hope to get some miles on Sunday.
Saturday - OSS Cancelled
Sunday 8am - OSS is running from the New Panera along 16th St SW in Rochester.
Monday 6pm - Monday Maniacs head to the Freight Yard on Civic Center Drive in Rochester. Join the crew and log some miles, come back to the Yard for a great selection of beverages and food if you like! - Remember the social is a piece of what helps us make stronger connections!
Tuesday 6:15pm - Tuesday Trail crew heads to Quarry Hill in Rochester. The trail are fun this time of year! We gather at the parking lot at the end of 9th Street NE, by the snow covered tennis courts. Location for the social is a game time decision.
Tuesday 9pm - The Night Owls have a new kick off spot this week! - Join the crew at Glynners Pub. What a great chance to get out and log some miles! - Don't forget to have a post workout social with the team!
Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. rolls into and out of the Bears Den in Byron. Take your choice of distance, just be sure to come back to the Den! See you soon!
Below are a few of the upcoming events in the area! - the information is stolen directly from Jean and her OSS email.
Whitewater WinterFest Frigid 5K
Jan. 20 9am
St. Charles
Annual RTC Banquet
Saturday, Jan. 27
Canadian Honker Events at Kahler Apache
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mike Joyner
Rochester Winterfest XV -Optimist Club
Frozen Goose 10K/5K
Feb. 4th
2018 Spring Season Marathon/Distance Training
Feb. 17th
Rochester Athletic Club
Monday, January 8, 2018
New Race! - Whitewater Winterfest Frigid 5K!
This Frigid 5K is organized by Team R.E.D. member Eric Kline. Join the fun on Jan 20th! Registration is a mere 15 bucks if pre-registered, and $20 on race day. You can register online at https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/50234351/priceCategories/50207152/primaryForm?_p=43569926890702515
The race starts at The Garage @ 361 West 5th Street in St Charles.
You know Woo's secret to racing faster... "Run more 5K!"
The race starts at The Garage @ 361 West 5th Street in St Charles.
You know Woo's secret to racing faster... "Run more 5K!"
Friday, January 5, 2018
Here comes the sun... !
According to the worlds #1, top of the line, superstar, meteorologist Cindy Morgan... it's going to get warmer. Really, it is!
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A handful got out for some miles from the Bears Den last night.. with the wind as light as it was, the evening was actually a pretty nice night for some miles!
I really encourage you to get to Saturday's Polar Bear Prediction 5K. It's super fun... you predict your time and the person closest to their prediction, without finishing too fast, wins! In fact, the 10 people closest to their predictions win! The awards are hand carved Bears, provided by Roger!
You can win this event as a super fast runner, a medium runner, a slow runner or as a walker for that matter.
You can register online at at http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=1022 or on Race Day at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. Please park on the street to keep room for church goers, as the church is also performing a funeral service Saturday morning.
Registration is just $10 for Track Club members, and $15 for non members. All registrants receive a warm hat, and a nice lunch is provided by the Rochester Track Club after the run.
Here's a look at the next few days.
CALL TO ACTION:
Please read the message below from Team R.E.D. member Alyssa Hogan (I know many of you know the wonderful Hogan family). - and as a side note, Alyssa has moved a bit closer, now residing in Eau Claire!
She has wonderful trail running friends from Wyoming, currently in Rochester, seeking medical treatment. She is reaching out to see if we can get together a Meal Support for them while they spend time getting healthy in Rochester Minnesota.
If anyone can help with a meal and if someone smarter then me could help create a schedule, sign up page. That would be totally amazing. A great way to share our support for others. If you can help, please reply to the post in Team R.E.D. Facebook or email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com if you can offer some help. Thanks so much for considering!
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See Alyssa Hogan Larsen message below.
When we left Jackson Hole, we left the running club (Teton Trail Runners) in the hands of these two amazing friends... Unfortunately, Travis is facing some serious health issues and he and Monika are on their way to Mayo in Rochester, MN. Give them a boost if you can... and if you're one of my Team R.E.D. running peeps, let me know if you'd like to help with a meal while they're in Rochester! 
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🏃♀️ #runtribe
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A handful got out for some miles from the Bears Den last night.. with the wind as light as it was, the evening was actually a pretty nice night for some miles!
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| Mike, Brian, Wendy, Sonja, Don, Adam, Sarah and Kasey staying warm! |
You can win this event as a super fast runner, a medium runner, a slow runner or as a walker for that matter.
You can register online at at http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=1022 or on Race Day at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. Please park on the street to keep room for church goers, as the church is also performing a funeral service Saturday morning.
Registration is just $10 for Track Club members, and $15 for non members. All registrants receive a warm hat, and a nice lunch is provided by the Rochester Track Club after the run.
Here's a look at the next few days.
- Saturday 9:30am: Polar Bear Prediction Run Gloria Dei Church. Predict your time, and take off your watch! - no cheating!
- Sunday 8am: Off Season Striders get rolling for 5-West along Circle Drive in Rochester. This may be the warmest it's been in weeks!
- Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are heading to Grand Rounds in Rochester. This is a great spot to get us around the city, and back for the social!
- Tuesday 6pm: TerraLoco is hosting a Resolution Night! - It starts with a group run at 6pm. Various organization will have information tables set up for you to visit if you like (Team R.E.D. and SE MN Trail Runners will both be represented).
- At 7pm, there is a panel of guest speakers lined up to share some great stories of motivation, perseverance and the like...
- Tuesday 6:15pm: Carely State park is the host site for the Tuesday Trail Crew. This is a fun park to run and a favorite of many! Meet at the first parking lot.
- Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls are burning the midnight oil (well, the mid evening oil anyway). Join the crew at Beetles Bar & Grill on 2nd Street in Rochester.
- Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is gathering at Brothers Bar & Grill and heading down the path to happiness (or to Silver Lake!). When we meet at Brothers, please park in the back, and we'll do the route talk just inside the back doors.
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
2018... and we're off and running!
Happy New Year to all! - The temps are a bit chilly, yet that doesn't need to prevent us from getting outdoors for fresh air, fitness and fun, be sure to dress in layers and join the fun!
Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail crew hits Eastwood Park at 3330 Hwy 14 East, Rochester. This is a fun, winding trail. The trail runs close to the parking lot, so in the event you've had enough, it's easy to cut things short! Location for "afters" will be determined during the run.
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls bring in the new year from Beetles Bar & Grill on 2nd street. This is the winter location, and it's a great one, keeping us under the street lamps and near the beer!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is at the Bears Den in Byron. You can walk or run the bike paths throughout town and then come back to the den for the social! - plan on 3, 4 or 6 miles.
Team R.E.D. Bowling was a hit! - Many thanks to Jill & Adam for setting it up, and to all of you who were able to join the party! Pictures to follow Wednesday evening, along with updates on upcoming races in the area!
Tuesday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail crew hits Eastwood Park at 3330 Hwy 14 East, Rochester. This is a fun, winding trail. The trail runs close to the parking lot, so in the event you've had enough, it's easy to cut things short! Location for "afters" will be determined during the run.
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls bring in the new year from Beetles Bar & Grill on 2nd street. This is the winter location, and it's a great one, keeping us under the street lamps and near the beer!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is at the Bears Den in Byron. You can walk or run the bike paths throughout town and then come back to the den for the social! - plan on 3, 4 or 6 miles.
Team R.E.D. Bowling was a hit! - Many thanks to Jill & Adam for setting it up, and to all of you who were able to join the party! Pictures to follow Wednesday evening, along with updates on upcoming races in the area!
Saturday, December 30, 2017
OSS Cancelled!
This weekends Off Season Striders groups runs have been cancelled due to the temperatures.
Below is a copy of the email from Jean..
Below is a copy of the email from Jean..
Happy New Years!
Unfortunately, it's looking decidedly un-happy for outdoor running for the entire Eve weekend. Due to bitterly cold temps and windchill, OSS suggests everyone exercise other socialized running options, such as:
the indoor tracks (DAHLC (downtown is closed Monday), RAC, RAFY, RCTC Field House), to the mall, a blender, a vacuum, after kids, at the mouth, sentences, just plain `away`....
If you run out of things to do, be sure to get some online registrations done this weekend, to take advantage of early-bird specials!
Use promo code FSIHOLIDAY to get $15 off RTC's 2018Healthy Human Race and many other Final Stretch events. Deal ends on January 2nd!
Monday, December 25, 2017
The Last Week of 2018!
What a fun Christmas Season... a week to the New Year! There is plenty still going on!
Tuessday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail Crew is heading to Willow Creek Reservoir on Boxing Day! The address is 1343 Lone Pine Drive and this area allows runners to pick and choose their distance easily by deciding how many of the short loops they'd like to do! Afters at Roosters Too or Fat Willies - tbd...
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls love the night life! - Join the crew at Beetles Bar & Grill on 2nd Street. Get some miles under the stars (or at least street lamps!). Come on back to Beetles for a night cap and chat!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. rolls from Brothers Bar & Grill - this location was by request of the birthday girl Christina! - Help us celebrate with some miles and a great social afterwards!
Saturday 7:30am: OSS Cancelled for this weekend..... go take a nap and come to Byron for Ugly Sweater Bowling at 7:30pm!
Saturday Dec 30th 7:30pm- Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night at Sandbaggers in Byron! We get underway at 7:30 and you do not have to be a great bowler, believe me, Dave Eide is a terrible bowler! You can RSVP via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/162761917807944/ if you're not on Facebook you can RSVP by sending me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com
Tuessday 6:15pm: The Tuesday Trail Crew is heading to Willow Creek Reservoir on Boxing Day! The address is 1343 Lone Pine Drive and this area allows runners to pick and choose their distance easily by deciding how many of the short loops they'd like to do! Afters at Roosters Too or Fat Willies - tbd...
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls love the night life! - Join the crew at Beetles Bar & Grill on 2nd Street. Get some miles under the stars (or at least street lamps!). Come on back to Beetles for a night cap and chat!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. rolls from Brothers Bar & Grill - this location was by request of the birthday girl Christina! - Help us celebrate with some miles and a great social afterwards!
Saturday 7:30am: OSS Cancelled for this weekend..... go take a nap and come to Byron for Ugly Sweater Bowling at 7:30pm!
Saturday Dec 30th 7:30pm- Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night at Sandbaggers in Byron! We get underway at 7:30 and you do not have to be a great bowler, believe me, Dave Eide is a terrible bowler! You can RSVP via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/162761917807944/ if you're not on Facebook you can RSVP by sending me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com
- Jan 6th 9:30am - The Polar Bear Prediction Run takes place at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. A light lunch is provided afterwards by the Rochester Track Club.
- If you're not familiar with this race, you should get familiar as it's really fun! You'll predict your 5K time - then you'll try to run as close to that time without finishing too fast (or you'll be DQ'd) - No watches or timekeeping devices are allowed.
- Do not pace off me... I stink at this!
- You can register at http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=1022
- Jan 9th 6pm - TerraLoco hosts their resolution night with a run at 6pm, and a panel of guest speakers at 7pm. Several area resources will be represented with tables set up for you to visit. Team R.E.D. is planning to be there!
Friday, December 22, 2017
Excellent Work - Great Fun!
The Caroling on the Run was so much fun! - We were able to gift over $700 to unsuspecting people while we shared our gifts of voice! Our stops were quite a variety of establishments, from the Rondald McDonald House, to Saints on 2nd, to McDonalds, to Perkins, to Famous Daves and to Wild Bills!
Erin brought along gifts of blankets and toys for the Ronald McDonald House - what a super way to share with others!
Brian was able to share with us that a family of a student he knows, were some of the recipients of your generosity. The mother described it as something so good that it brought her to tears!
Again.. nice work!
Let's continue this goodness by sharing a breakfast with the Off Season Striders on Saturday morning. You can find more details below. I'll be adding the week night group runs yet this weekend, so be sure to check back.
Erin brought along gifts of blankets and toys for the Ronald McDonald House - what a super way to share with others!
Brian was able to share with us that a family of a student he knows, were some of the recipients of your generosity. The mother described it as something so good that it brought her to tears!
Again.. nice work!
Let's continue this goodness by sharing a breakfast with the Off Season Striders on Saturday morning. You can find more details below. I'll be adding the week night group runs yet this weekend, so be sure to check back.
- Dec 23rd 7:15am - Team R.E.D. & OSS combine for our Annual Christmas Breakfast Fun! We are gathering at Charlies Pub for this event. We'll get into our festive holiday gear, and go for a run or walk then come back for a wonderful breakfast. It's a great chance to meet other runners and walkers!
- Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Shelf.
- Please RSVP at the following link - Thank you! https://www.evite.com/event/0363LPV6BPAQXIUO6EPH3WX5JPJE3Q/rsvp?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_medium=sharable_invite&utm_source=NA
- You do not need to be a member of Team R.E.D. or the Rochester Track Club to attend... all are welcome!
- Dec 24th 8am - OSS get's a run in on the morning of Christmas Eve. Gather at Dunn Bros North and start your day with some great exercise and even greater people! Be sure to swing in post run for a coffee and chatter!
- Dec 25th - There is No Monday Maniacs due to the Christmas Holiday - Enjoy your family, friends and time off!
- Dec 30th 7:30pm- Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night at Sandbaggers in Byron! We get underway at 7:30 and you do not have to be a great bowler, believe me, Dave Eide is a terrible bowler! You can RSVP via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/162761917807944/ if you're not on Facebook you can RSVP by sending me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com
- Jan 6th 9:30am - The Polar Bear Prediction Run takes place at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. A light lunch is provided afterwards by the Rochester Track Club.
- If you're not familiar with this race, you should get familiar as it's really fun! You'll predict your 5K time - then you'll try to run as close to that time without finishing too fast (or you'll be DQ'd) - No watches or timekeeping devices are allowed.
- Do not pace off me... I stink at this!
- You can register at http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=1022
- Jan 9th 6pm - TerraLoco hosts their resolution night with a run at 6pm, and a panel of guest speakers at 7pm. Several area resources will be represented with tables set up for you to visit. Team R.E.D. is planning to be there!
Friday, December 15, 2017
More details on the upcoming events!
Here's a look at the next few days, with additional details as to the Caroling, Breakfast Run and Bowling!
- Saturday 7:30am - Off Season Striders get the miles rolling from Charlies Pub in Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. You can go as many miles as you like, but several people are looking at longer runs, i.e. 10+ miles on Saturday mornings. - Come back to Charlies for coffee and/or breakfast and chatter!
- Sunday 8am - Off Season Striders is kicking it off from Brothers Bar & Grill. As always, park in the back for the route talk. If no one is standing outside in the parking lot, it means they are inside the back door! Sundays are typically less miles compared to Saturday.
- Monday 6pm - Team R.E.D. Caroling on the Run! - This is one of the most fun run/walk/sing ever in the history of the world! - Read all the bullets as I've laid out the song choices and verses below.
- We're gathering at Wild Bills (near Miracle Mile strip mall along Hwy 52). Please do not confuse it with Wildwood... we see that mixup occasionally when we start here. Wild Bills at 6pm!
- We have not yet secured the entire route, but we'll be stopping in Perkins, Famous Dave's, and hopefully the Ronald McDonald House! - We may hit some additional stops along the way!
- We stop, sing and spread cheer, pay for some meals... and roll to the next location! There will be two routes, one for runners, one for walkers - set to make sure we all arrive at each location together!
- We make this pain free - parts of three songs to know.. Jingle Bells on our way in and one verse of Silent Night followed by We Wish You A Merry Christmas on our way out! Here are links to the lyrics - we all think we know these songs, but we are sometimes surprised!
- https://genius.com/Christmas-songs-jingle-bells-lyrics as we enter 1st Verse & Chorus
- http://www.41051.com/xmaslyrics/silent_night.html Team R.E.D. sings 1st Verse... then Kasey Solo 2nd Verse then we roll into We Wish You a Merry Christmas
- https://genius.com/Traditional-we-wish-you-a-merry-christmas-lyrics 1st Verse & Chorus and back to 1st Verse as we exit.
- How do we pay for meals? - Each participant is asked to bring a cash donation of any amount. Team R.E.D. will add a contribution from our general funds, and buy the first round for carolers when we return to our host location! *If we get an average of $20 per particpant and have 20 participants - we'll end up with $500 to gift!
- I can't make it but want to help! - you can make a cash donation ahead of time if you like. Just make sure you give that to Wendy, so Tom doesn't buy a pitcher of beer with it! We have already collected one donation from a member who can't join us.
- Tuesday 6:15pm - The Tuesday Trail Crew is rolling along the Lost Creek Trail from Groen Park in Chatfield. This is a point to point run, 6.2 miles for the long stretch, and shorter options available. Jacks in Chatfield for the afters!
- Tuesday 9pm - The Night Owls pick em up and put em down from Beetles Bar & Grill. This gives you a great place to run under the street lights and enjoy a peaceful evening with friends and fitness!
- Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. takes off from the Bears Den in Byron. Routes are similar to the last few weeks, with clear pathways and street lamps. Plan on 3, 4 or 6 miles!
- Dec 23rd 7:15am - Team R.E.D. & OSS combine for our Annual Christmas Breakfast Fun! We are gathering at Charlies Pub for this event. We'll get into our festive holiday gear, and go for a run or walk then come back for a wonderful breakfast. It's a great chance to meet other runners and walkers!
- Please RSVP at the following link - Thank you! https://www.evite.com/event/0363LPV6BPAQXIUO6EPH3WX5JPJE3Q/rsvp?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_medium=sharable_invite&utm_source=NA
- You do not need to be a member of Team R.E.D. or the Rochester Track Club to attend... all are welcome!
- Dec 30th 7:30pm- Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night at Sandbaggers in Byron! We get underway at 7:30 and you do not have to be a great bowler, believe me, Dave Eide is a terrible bowler! You can RSVP via Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/162761917807944/ if you're not on Facebook you can RSVP by sending me an email at byron.teamred@gmail.com
- Jan 6th 9:30am - The Polar Bear Prediction Run takes place at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. A light lunch is provided afterwards by the Rochester Track Club.
- If you're not familiar with this race, you should get familiar as it's really fun! You'll predict your 5K time - then you'll try to run as close to that time without finishing too fast (or you'll be DQ'd) - No watches or timekeeping devices are allowed.
- Do not pace off me... I stink at this!
- You can register at http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=1022
- Jan 9th 6pm - TerraLoco hosts their resolution night with a run at 6pm, and a panel of guest speakers at 7pm. Several area resources will be represented with tables set up for you to visit. Team R.E.D. is planning to be there!
Sunday, December 10, 2017
The Good Stuff Never Ends!
Team R.E.D.s Mason Run @ Chester Woods is now open for registration. We price this very nicely, but I can promise you, the nicest pricing is right now! Check it out and register, or buy a gift registration for a friend! https://raceroster.com/events/2018/15523/chester-woods-trail-races-mason-run
If your Team R.E.D. membership is current at time of your registration for Chester Woods AND you register or Volunteer to help at Chester Woods before January 31st. You will be entered to win a $50 Bears Den Gift Card! Not a member? You can register for Team R.E.D. or renew at http://form.jotformpro.com/form/41986407849976
Here's a look at this week... I love December, there is so much going on, which means we see so much of each other!
Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are heading to Legends! This is located at 11 4th St SE Rochester. It's right along the river trail and offers a great place for a social after fitness!
Tuesday 6:15pm: Tuesday Trail Crew is heading to a favorite of many. The Root River County park with afters at Roosters Too!
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls are getting after it week after week. Meet at Beetles Bar & Grill to get some miles with people who love to smile!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is heading to Brothers Bar & Grill. We'll hop on the trail and head toward Silver Lake! - It'll give us a well let path, and everyone a chance to decide how far to go. Remember, when we meet at Brothers we park in the back. (route talk is outside in good weather, and inside the back door if it's not so good).
I'll keep posting these upcoming events with each post.. these are things you want to be at if at all possible! - Also, they are so much fun, and low key (as are most of our group runs) these are great opportunites for those who have not yet joined us, to join us!
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| It's the Wilderness! |
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| It's the Wilderness! |
If your Team R.E.D. membership is current at time of your registration for Chester Woods AND you register or Volunteer to help at Chester Woods before January 31st. You will be entered to win a $50 Bears Den Gift Card! Not a member? You can register for Team R.E.D. or renew at http://form.jotformpro.com/form/41986407849976
Here's a look at this week... I love December, there is so much going on, which means we see so much of each other!
Monday 6pm: Monday Maniacs are heading to Legends! This is located at 11 4th St SE Rochester. It's right along the river trail and offers a great place for a social after fitness!
Tuesday 6:15pm: Tuesday Trail Crew is heading to a favorite of many. The Root River County park with afters at Roosters Too!
Tuesday 9pm: The Night Owls are getting after it week after week. Meet at Beetles Bar & Grill to get some miles with people who love to smile!
Thursday 6pm: Team R.E.D. is heading to Brothers Bar & Grill. We'll hop on the trail and head toward Silver Lake! - It'll give us a well let path, and everyone a chance to decide how far to go. Remember, when we meet at Brothers we park in the back. (route talk is outside in good weather, and inside the back door if it's not so good).
I'll keep posting these upcoming events with each post.. these are things you want to be at if at all possible! - Also, they are so much fun, and low key (as are most of our group runs) these are great opportunites for those who have not yet joined us, to join us!
- Dec 18th - Team R.E.D. Caroling on the Run! We'll get rolling at 6pm and travel from bar to restaurant/bar... stop, sing and spread cheer, pay for some meals... and roll to the next location! There will be two routes, one for runners, one for walkers - set to make sure we all arrive at each location together!
- The routes are still being worked out, so we'll post more details soon.
- How do we pay for meals? - Each participant is asked to bring a cash donation of any amount. Team R.E.D. will add a contribution from our general funds, and buy the first round for carolers when we return to our host location!
- I can't make it but want to help! - you can make a cash donation ahead of time if you like. Just make sure you give that to Wendy, so Tom doesn't buy a pitcher of beer with it! We have already collected one donation from a member who can't join us.
- Dec 23rd 7:30am - Team R.E.D. & OSS combine for our Annual Christmas Breakfast Fun! We are gathering at Charlies Pub for this event. We'll get into our festive holiday gear, and go for a run or walk then come back for a wonderful breakfast.
- Breakfast is served Buffet Style - breakfast, non-alcoholic beverage, taxes and tip come to $13 a head - half price for kids. We will have an evite to RSVP set up soon, and we'll share that as well.
- You do not need to be a member of Team R.E.D. or the Rochester Track Club to attend... all are welcome!
- Dec 30th - Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night! This will take place at Sandbaggers in Byron and our start time is still being set up.
- Jan 6th 9:30am - The Polar Bear Prediction Run takes place at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. A light lunch is provided afterwards by the Rochester Track Club.
- If you're not familiar with this race, you should get familiar as it's really fun! You'll predict your 5K time - then you'll try to run as close to that time without finishing too fast (or you'll be DQ'd) - No watches or timekeeping devices are allowed.
- Do not pace off me... I stink at this!
- Jan 9th 6pm - TerraLoco hosts their resolution night with a run at 6pm, and a panel of guest speakers at 7pm. Several area resources will be represented with tables set up for you to visit. Team R.E.D. is planning to be there!
Saturday, December 9, 2017
The Weekend!
If you're not already a member of Team R.E.D. but would like to be, you can join us during any event, or you can join online! - You can renew your membership at this same link!
Check it out and join us! http://form.jotformpro.com/form/41986407849976
Here's a quick look at Saturday / Sunday opportunities! - Next week's schedule will be updated Sunday afternoon
Check it out and join us! http://form.jotformpro.com/form/41986407849976
Here's a quick look at Saturday / Sunday opportunities! - Next week's schedule will be updated Sunday afternoon
- Saturday 7:30am: Off Season Striders are at Charlies Pub at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Rochester. After the miles, come back for a social filled with stories!
- Sunday 8am: Off Season Striders hits Roosters Too, located at 4576 Main Ave, Rochester (by Lowes). Again, join the post run fun!
Below is a pic from Thursday's Check presentation to the Byron Lions- Shar accepted the check, and she said "This is really great! It's a wonderful boost to our fundraising!" The Lions are building a very incredible park, one that is not only Handicap Accessible, but actually functional, as in a person in a wheelchair can connect to the swing set - and swing!
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| Peter, Mike, Tom, Wendy, Shar, Dan, Dale, Corinne, Jess, Wendy, Don, Andrea, Sarah |
Important Note: I sent this picture to Santa, and Jess is now officially on the Naughty List for putting bunny ears on me!
Check below for some of the dates you may want to save...
- Dec 18th - Team R.E.D. Caroling on the Run! We'll get rolling at 6pm and travel from bar to restaurant/bar... stop, sing and spread cheer, pay for some meals... and roll to the next location! There will be two routes, one for runners, one for walkers - set to make sure we all arrive at each location together!
- The routes are still being worked out, so we'll post more details soon.
- How do we pay for meals? - Each participant is asked to bring a cash donation of any amount. Team R.E.D. will add a contribution from our general funds, and buy the first round for carolers when we return to our host location!
- I can't make it but want to help! - you can make a cash donation ahead of time if you like. Just make sure you give that to Wendy, so Tom doesn't buy a pitcher of beer with it! We have already collected one donation from a member who can't join us.
- Dec 23rd 7:30am - Team R.E.D. & OSS combine for our Annual Christmas Breakfast Fun! We are gathering at Charlies Pub for this event. We'll get into our festive holiday gear, and go for a run or walk then come back for a wonderful breakfast.
- Breakfast is served Buffet Style - breakfast, non-alcoholic beverage, taxes and tip come to $13 a head - half price for kids. We will have an evite to RSVP set up soon, and we'll share that as well.
- You do not need to be a member of Team R.E.D. or the Rochester Track Club to attend... all are welcome!
- Dec 30th - Team R.E.D. hosts an Ugly Sweater bowling night! This will take place at Sandbaggers in Byron and our start time is still being set up.
- Jan 6th 9:30am - The Polar Bear Prediction Run takes place at Gloria Dei church in Rochester. A light lunch is provided afterwards by the Rochester Track Club.
- If you're not familiar with this race, you should get familiar as it's really fun! You'll predict your 5K time - then you'll try to run as close to that time without finishing too fast (or you'll be DQ'd) - No watches or timekeeping devices are allowed.
- Do not pace off me... I stink at this!
- Jan 9th 6pm - TerraLoco hosts their resolution night with a run at 6pm, and a panel of guest speakers at 7pm. Several area resources will be represented with tables set up for you to visit. Team R.E.D. is planning to be there!
Monday, December 4, 2017
Congrats to Mike!
Mike Schmitt is the newly crowned winner of the Runner's Give Back Challenge. As many of you know, Mike has been with Team R.E.D. for a long time. He also served on the Rochester Track Club board previously as well. He's active and engaging. During the presentation, Tiffany mentioned how much of a driver he is for the awesome TerraLoco Pace Team! - In fact, she said, they couldn't do it without him. Congrats Mike!
Below are a couple of pics from the celebration at the North Star.
Below are a couple of pics from the celebration at the North Star.
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| Mike sporting the goods for a Runner Make-Over from TerraLoco! |
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| Kasey Rockin'! |
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| Lorelei found an unidentified Team R.E.D. Member! Great dancing! |
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