The Queen City Striders strive to motivate and promote an organized running and walking community by offering local races in partnership with community organizations, as well as hosting the Junior Striders Running Series. We encourage and support walkers, beginning joggers, casual runners, and competitive runners through events that promote overall community wellness and health. This series is an informal, inclusive opportunity for children to enjoy a healthy, introductory group experience focused on wellness through running and walking. All events are free for participants.
Event Schedule:
· Tuesday, June 23: Glendening Park, Frostburg (tentative)
· Tuesday, June 30: TBD-Garrett County location-TBD
· Thursday, July 2: 1812 Brewery-Cumberland (trail run) CONFIRMED
· Tuesday, July 7: Frankfort High School CONFIRMED
· Tuesday, July 14: Dans Mountain State Park***** (End of series Pizza and Pool Party) CONFIRMED
Registration begins at 5:30, and races will begin at 6. We’ll start with the one mile, then begin the 2 mile race. Feel free to participate in just one of the races or both – parents, grandparents, and siblings included! Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and there will be water at the finish line. As always, the event is free, but a $1 donation is appreciated!
*****Registration form coming for the final event at Dans Mountain on July 14th that is timed by the Queen City Striders and for kids to receive a t-shirt while supplies last.
For more information, please follow and share the Junior Striders Facebook page. Keep Running!
