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The Calumet Region Striders is a group of people joined together by a common interest in running. All of us are dedicated to the promotion of every aspect of road racing and fun running. We are running for health, fitness, camaraderie and the pure enjoyment of our sport.
We realize that each individual runs for his own personal reasons: for some, it is hard work, training, discipline and dedication - a way of life. For others, it is simply a form of recreation. No matter why YOU run, we think you will enjoy being part of this club.
The club is made up of every level of runner, ranging from those who have just discover the joys of the roads to experienced runners who have been with the sport for years and have gained many running accomplishment. You will be welcomed by everyone. Bring your listening ears when you come to a meeting. Runners love to tell stories about how great they are!
We usually meet once a month on the second Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Our meetings usually alternate between locations in Porter County and Lake County Indiana.
Dues and Benefits:
Our dues are $15 a year and our year runs from January 1 to December 31. For your money, you receive a monthly copy of one of the finest newsletters around, the INSTEP, which publishes a calendar of future running events, as well as personal experiences and other running "news" written by your fellow Striders. You will also have membership in the Road Runners Club of America and receive its publication. You will receive a monetary discount in the Gold Cup Series as well as Gold Cup Race applications in the newsletter, the INSTEP. As a Calumet Region Strider, you will be a member of a group of people who work at their running while enjoying it, as well as each other. You will find joy, friendship and enlightenment as a Calumet Region Strider. Come be one of us!
Annual Fun Stuff:
Gold Cup Awards Banquet, Strider Survivor Party (usually the August meeting), Christmas Party, post-race breakfasts and brunches, fun runs (great during the winter months when you feel like you're the only one out there running), more eating, and lots of other spontaneous good times that just pop up whenever.
And some Serious Happenings, Too:
2005 will be the 26th year the CRS has sponsored the GOLD CUP SERIES (requires a separate $21 fee per participant). The CRS has become one of the most prestigious race circuits in the area. We are very proud of our club's involvement with this continuously successful series aptly named the GOLD CUP. You will be, too. The Gold Cup Series consists of 24-28 officially designated road races. A person may run in all of the races if desired. However, only a person's best ten finishes will count in the overall scoring. Each participant who finishes ten races or more is guaranteed an award. For more information, contact the Gold Cup Chairman or any officer. We Striders have also manned a water/aid station along the Chicago Marathon route for the past several years. We are involved!
Please view our website: www.calstrider.org
Group running events, beginner runner programs, races, and social activities are posted and updated daily.
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