Lancaster Striders July 2017 President s Column Mark Reist President : Mark Reist Vice-President : Dave Barbaro Treasure Secretary : Gary Guzek : John Barbaro Celebration Hello Striders, July offered us a chance to celebrate this club along with this great Nation of ours. July 4th Depew-Lancaster Boys and Girls club 10K has to one of the finest Lancaster Striders traditions that goes back to the early days of this club existence. In talking to Doc Curry about this race, he made mention that this had to be the largest Strider turnout for the race. With a mere 94 members participating in the 10K, the relay or the after party, it was truly a great moment of letting the Lancaster community see and know who we are. If the post race party wasn t enough, then the Mckenrick s offered up their hospitality with a splendid beer selection, and more salads than I have ever seen at any party. On behalf of the Lancaster Striders, we thank both Laura and Darell for giving us your home. I wonder how their septic tank held up? Thank You and please invite us again in 2018 For a little side story about the race, goes to a pleasant elderly couple living at 222 Warner Road. Located right in area on the 5K relay point on the race route, they have opened their home to those needing to use the bathroom for years on end. While admiring their landscaping I was talking to them both and they said they were a little reluctant to open their home this year because someone made a mess in the bathroom and even more upsetting was that no one told them about it. With some smooth talking and a few pretty faces doing the I got to pee dance, they opened their home again. This time with a pleasant reminder not to mess up the bathroom. I sent them a Thank You card from the Lancaster Striders. Mark INSIDE THIS ISSUE President s Column..... 1 Strider Meeting Minutes 2 SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST Welcome Home.3 General Info...4-5 1
JULY MEETING MINUTES July 13, 2017 Members present 34 Next Meeting August 1, 2017 President Mark Reist Vice President David Barbaro Treasure Gary Guzek Secretary John Barbaro Mark: Welcome home for Nick Ferraro who just returned from deployment Afghanistan. Nominated for the Blue Jacket award. Privilege to attend and be part of the Metz race and dedication ceremony 296 runners 36 members Lancaster July 4 race 887 runners in 10K and 292 runners in relay for total of 1179 runners and 57 Striders in 10K, 19 in relay and 18 spectators for total of around 94 members. Thanked Darell for the after party at his House had around 82. Good time was had at the Baseball game 176 members to date Mark Brautlacht reported on the 1 Mile race 6 weeks away in Como Park at Lancaster Place August 24 $15 flat fee $18 day of only first 100 registered get give away. Thank Lisa Fowler for doing the workout before the meeting Next meeting August 1, 2017 will be the Picnic for the Club Dave: Reported on what runners ate before and after workouts, runs and races. Before: Bananas, Bagels, Peanut Butter, Yogurt, Oat Meal, Pop Tarts, Energy Drinks and Bars, and coffee After: Bananas, Oranges, Cholate Milk, Ice Cream, Pancakes, Burgers, Fries, Rice and Beans and Beer. Include a 15 minute core workout after your runs Gary: Strider Glider Raffle tickets are available. Prizes: 1st $500.00 Gift Card 2nd Jewelry from WNT Diamond Cutters ($500) 3rd WNY Craft Breweries Package ($300) If someone knows of a Business that might donate and they do not want to contact them give Gary the information and he will contact them. Cow Bells & window stickers available for sale Mike Curry s bang for the buck 42 races coming up. Ronald McDonald July 26, Run 716 15K, Races coming with discounts for Strider s St Christopher Summerfest 5K Saturday Aug. 5th at 1830 Reach the Beach Aug. 19th 0900 Lisa Fowler Monster Scramble October 15th 1000 and if interested in more workout message her Strider Glider Raffle Tickets Asking for your help in selling tickets again this year. If anyone is interested please see or contact Gary Guzek Cost is $1 for 1 ticket or $5 for 6 tickets 2
Welcome Home Almost a year ago, I took a chance on a one mile race. As my fourth race ever, and my first mile, I had NO idea what I was getting myself into. What I found there, as I huffed and puffed my way through that mile was the Lancaster Striders and the craziest, most supportive group I ve ever encountered. The next morning, after you all cheered me on to my last place finish like I was one of your own, (Thanks to Brooke Adams, I medaled in our AG), I found my way to the website, and subsequently into the Sea of Red. Throughout the last year, I ve dealt with the highs and lows of Nick s deployment. Some epic triumphs and brutal failures. But throughout it all you ve been there for me, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for that. Above that, though, is my most heartfelt and sincere appreciation for the surprise welcome home party for Nick. On a whim, an e-mail, a text message, and a phone call while walking down Main Street manifested itself an incredible welcome home for a sailor who deserved it all. Thank you, sincerely, for everything. To my A-Team (Paul, Mark, Lisa, Kevin, Aly, Jen, Dave and Nola), you guys are incredible. To the rest of the Striders: YOU are my silver lining. YOU are what made this last year possible. Many thanks for your warm welcome and support of Nick both during deployment and at his most perfect homecoming. Thanks for showing him the Buffalove. ~Kenzi Registration Open Lancaster 1 Mile race August 24, 2017 Como Park Open Female 6:30pm Open Male 7:00pm Entry fee $15 with day of race costing $18 Register on line at Score-this.com or mail in your registration. Light-up arm band for first 100 registrants. Post race pizza, beer, soda and water Awards to 1st Male/Female, 1st Master Male/ Female and 1st place in 5 year age group only. We Need You to Run 3
August 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Mark Reist will have tickets available at the Ronald McDonald Race on 7/26/17 New Members Trisha Triplet Danny Blaszak Mike Darcy Strider Clothing The online store to order Strider gear is open for a very short time Visit Lacasterstriders.com or https://striderssummer2017.itemorder.com/sale Sale Closes 1 Aug 2017 at 1159pm 4
What About Me? Always looking for input for the newsletter Reach The Beach 5K Gemmer Post Race Party Sunset Beach Dan Gemmer would like to know how many are coming out to Sunset Bay 5K? He is going to have his after party, after party, and have it catered. Every runner gets a cooler, with their T - shirt, etc., Could be a FUN DAY as usual. For the New Members that have yet to receive their Lancaster Strider Shirts. We have them. Strider Bike Ride 30 August 2017 Will be looking to plan a bike ride event on a Wednesday night. Since there is no race that day, what better way to take a nice ride along the Buffalo water front. Looking to Start at the Swannie House around 630pm and make our way to the River Grill in Tonawanda. This is approximately a 16 mile out and back ride with the option to bail out at mile 4 which happens to be the Resurgence Brewery Company. You can hang out there until the others return from the River Grill in Tonawanda. Those who plan on making the initial 8 mile ride to the Grill can refresh with a ice cold drink and then make our way back with a stop at Resurgence. From there we will head back to the Swannie House. Will post event on Facebook or email me at roosterm@roadrunner.com Upcoming Events 1 Aug Club picnic and Meeting 30Aug Lancaster Strider Bike Ride 5 Sep Club Meeting, Como Park St Christopher 5K Discount Code: LancStrider2017-STChris 8/5/17 5
Carrie Smith and Son Joe, Ed, Mark and Ed Buffalo Marathon Volunteer Party Striders Vs Bisons Tammy Swann 6