SLR October 15 - Mt Vernon Trail

Hello Saturday Runners!

This Saturday begins the taper cutback for those of you running the Marine Corps Marathon, so on October 15 we will be running the Mt Vernon Trail (additional map here) for a recommended 14 miles, or any other distance of your choice. This is an out & back route, so you can easily lengthen or shorten it to suit your own training needs, and simply turn around when you've reached half your target distance. Don't forget that with the warm weather over we no longer have organized mid-run drinks, so be sure to carry your own water if you expect to need it on the run. As a backup, you'll pass 2 water fountains going 14 miles, one newly added near the airport, and one at the turn-around point 7 miles out. The weather forecast is looking like we'll have a gorgeous cool fall morning tomorrow, so bring your sunglasses and long-sleeve shirts, and I hope to see you there!

Thank you Anita Hines for post-run drinks this week! We will need a volunteer to cover 3 weeks of post-run drinks starting after next week, to bridge the gap until the next marathon training program (targeting Rock & Roll DC) gets going, so please let me know if you can help. Up-to-date volunteer needs and a route schedule are always posted on our web page, and you can email me any time to schedule your slot. Post-run drinks are entirely volunteer supported, so if you regularly enjoy this SLR perk, please do your part to keep it going! Volunteering is easy, doesn't take a lot of time, and all restocking expenses will be reimbursed by the club.

Happy running!

Mike

 
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The DC Road Runners Club is a member of the Road Runners Club of America and is also affiliated with USA Track & Field. We provide a year-round schedule of running events that offer everyone a chance to participate regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability.