GOOD MORNING BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS -
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A few updates from the BCRR Board:
Sunday Runs @ Memorial Park: The start for the BCRR Sunday run has returned to the Tennis Center (old 0 mile marker). Social distancing is required prior to and following all runs. Please be mindful of those around you when at the stretch deck
BCRR will NOT host the Christmas Lights Run, Christmas Party, or John’s Looooooong Run this year.
We are actively planning for a supported Marathon/Half Marathon on Sunday, January 17th. Please be aware that social gathering restrictions may impact the organization of this event.
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Virtual Alex’s 5K - November 20th-December 20th
Alex’s 5K has gone VIRTUAL!! For those new to BCRR - Alex’s 5K is a race to honor the life of Alex, son of Kathi Mahon & Milan Jamrich. Alex’s 5K raises money for three Autism-related charities: Autism Speaks, Avondale House and The Westview School.
Race details and registration can be found HERE! Please help support and participate in this great cause!
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BCRR Supported -
2021 Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Half Marathon
BCRR will be organizing a supported Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, January 17th, 2021.
Details for location, set up, and times will be announced at a later date! Participation is open to any **BCRR Member** - Both official virtual participants and supportive running friends are invited to join!
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2020 HARRA Fall Series
The Fall series of Marathon Warm-Up races has begun. Although most of the races are virtual, HARRA will still be awarding Ironfoot awards to everyone that completes the Fall series. HARRA will also be calculating points for Club awards. Club awards are calculated per participation, no times. Since the races are virtual (except for Kia 30K in Sugarland), there will be no team competition.
Houston Half Marathon: www.houstonhalf.com
HMSA Classical 25K: www.hmsaclassical25K.com
Ft. Bend KIA 30K: www.signmeup.com/133420
Chevron Houston Marathon: www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com
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New Members:
We would like to give a giant welcome to the newest members of BCRR! We look forward to seeing you when club activities resume!
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BCRR Birthdays:
Happy Birthday to:
Jacqueline Flaherty & Freddy Queen - November 24th
Irma Conran & Theresa Pearsall - November 25th
Peter Mullin & Kyle HIgdon - November 29th
Hope you have a spectacular day!!!
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SOCIAL CALENDAR:
All social events are canceled at this time.
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WEEKLY CLUB RUNS:
Please note that times and locations have changed.
Mellow Monday Run:
Location: Herman Park - Lot C
Time: **6:30PM**
Details: Join us every Monday for a 3 mile casual paced run around Memorial Park.
Wednesday Run:
Location: First Christian Church
Time: **6:30PM**
Details: No water will be provided following the run. Please be mindful of maintaining social distancing prior to and following club runs. We will not be permitted to utilize the restrooms within the church at this time.
Friday Speedwork:
Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center
Time: 5:30AM
Details: Contact Peter Griffiths for more information- p_griffiths@bellsouth.net
Sunday Long Run:
Location: Memorial Park Tennis Center
Time: 6:30AM
Details: Individual water bottles will be placed in the 2 traditional locations - Shell Gas Station & Rose Garden. Please consider carrying your own hydration.
**Please note that in cases of inclement weather, i.e. thunder & lightning, group runs will be cancelled for safety reasons. Check the BCRR Facebook Page for the latest updates on run cancellations**
If you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend club runs for 2 weeks.
~BCRR Board
