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Sunday May 20, 2012


8th Annual Long Island Miles for Melanoma
5K Run/Walk


Eisenhower Park, Field 2
8:30 Registration, 10:00 5K Run 10:30 Walk
Registration closes at 9:45 sharp

Timing by LIRRC


Registration at

http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5nq04ar65ba24ae&llr=avamm5cab








 

New Race Fees and Other Changes

The LIRRC is proud to announce the purchase of the IPICO Chip Timing System. We looked at various systems, and IPICO was found to be reliable and affordable. It has been used on Long Island in many road races. The credit card thin chip will attach to your shoe, it is not disposable, so we will be collecting them when you cross the finish line.

It has been a long time since we have raised our race fees. We try to keep our fees stable, but with ever increasing costs for awards, race supplies and now out new chip system, we find it necessary to increase our membership and race fees for 2011.

However, compared to other races we still give you the best bang per mile anywhere, and remember, we will now have a Chip Timing System.

The new fees are as follows:

$18 Individual Membership
$23 Family Membership

$5 for club members
$4 for members over 60 years old
$10 for non-members
For family members, the fee will now be:
$5 for the first family member (same household), and $3 for each additional family member.
Our kid's summer fun run fees will stay the same $1.


Newsletter

Since Printing and mailing costs have skyrocketed, the club must find a more cost effective way to deliver the newsletter. Electronic format and delivery eliminates the cost of printing and mailing. So with this 2nd. edition of the new newsletter we are advancing into a new age, and we are going "Green." Some of you may have already received the newsletter as part of an email, but if not we hope you enjoy the new newsletter by clicking on the newsletter link above.


New Race Registration Deadlines

To keep with USATF Registration Rules, we will be closing registration 15 minutes before race time. That means for Sunday races starting at 9 AM registration will close at 8:45 AM, and the Wednesday Night Summer Series races starting at 7PM registration will close at 6:45 PM.

USATF Rule 242

All competitors are responsible for knowing the starting time of the event(s), for knowing the registration or check-in method utilized at the start, and for being at the starting line at the appointed time for instructions and the start of the race. Ten to fifteen minutes (or as otherwise specified) before the start of the race, all entries should be closed and the athletes directed to the starting line for final instructions and the start of the race.

NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Please don't come late and beg us to register you. If you miss registration, you can always help out. These registration rules are common at other races, and are necessary because our races are always day-of-race, and all registrants have to be entered into the database prior to the race. Please plan to get to the race leaving you time to register. Your cooperation is appreciated.


    

President’s Message – April 2012

The winter that never was is behind us and here we are in spring with our Wednesday Night Summer Series right around the corner. Great runningweather! And great races are coming to Eisenhower Park!

There are some changes we’ve made that should be noted.

First, the opening Wednesday will be May 16th, a week later than in previous years. The board decided on this mainly because the first race was always three days after the LI marathon, and many runners just weren’t up to a race with 2 days rest. Sure, that never stopped many before, but it made sense to us.

With July 4th on a Wednesday and no race for us that day, we’ll have 15 Wednesday races this summer. Each 5K will still be preceded by a 200 yard pee wee run and a 1 mile kid’s fun run every week, so bring the family!

Another change we’ll try for the first time is runners will be able to register for our entire summer series. Members under 60 years of age will pay $65 (a savings of $10), and members 60 and over will pay $50 (also saving $10). Since registration closes at 6:45PM and some barely make it on time, if you register for the series you just show up! No check in each week! You keep the chip for the summer along with your bib. If you lose the chip, however, you’ll have to see Bob Patterson for your punishment.

Opening night on May 16th will be special. It is dedicated to our men and women in uniform who serve our great country. We’re planning an honor guard and singing the National Anthem. And don’t forget to keep bringing down old cell phones. We’ve collected almost 300 so far for Cell Phones for Soldiers!

Recently, we’ve started pre-registration for some races and it has met with some success, so look for us to continue that on key races. The fee is the same, but pre-registered runners have been in a raffle for a $50 gift certificate.

Look for further information on our upcoming events by going onto our website and through Mike Ogazon’s email blasts.

And remember, volunteers are always welcome at our races! If you’re injured, maybe not up to racing on a Wednesday night, come down anyway. Volunteering is fun, and appreciated! In addition, each time you volunteer at one of our events, you’ll be put into a raffle for a gift certificate. The more you volunteer, the better your chances to win.

As you know, runners appreciate volunteers!

I’m looking forward to seeing old and new friends at Eisenhower.

Hope to see you in the park!

 Fred


 

Cell Phones For Soldiers

Throughout our country's history, there have been selfless people who have stepped up to answer America's call. Let us not forget our men and women in uniform, and let us always let them know they are appreciated for the sacrifices they and their families make for us. What can we do to show our support of our men and women in uniform? There are many ways, and the Long Island Road Runners Club has decided to partner with Senator Dean Skelos in the "Cell Phones for Soldiers" program. Each week at our races, a collection box will be available to collect old cell phones. This is a close-to-home cause, as LIRRC President Fred Haslett's son, Staff Sgt. Fred "Rick" Haslett of the NC Army National Guard, is currently at a base in southern Baghdad, on his second deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Our soldier's calls home are not free, even from Iraq and Afghanistan, and especially from their coming and going stays in Kuwait. They can pay as much as $5 per minute to call loved ones. Our collection helps them stay in touch with loved ones. Let's do out part.

God Bless our troops!

For more information, visit the Cell Phones for Soldiers website at:

http://cellphonesforsoldiers.com

The story of these two youths who started this program is inspiring.


Welcome to the Long Island Road Runners Club. The LIRRC has been serving runners for thirty-six years with over 60 events in scenic Eisenhower Park. Our club features:

  • Spring and Fall Marathon Tune-Up Races
  • 1/4, 1/2, and 1-Mile Summer Series Kids & Youth Races
  • 5K Summer Series
  • Cross Country Races
  • 4x2 Mile Relay Races
  • BBQ's

Please make sure to check the events listed on our Race Schedule. If you haven't yet joined the club, we have included a Membership Application link for you. If you want to know more about the club, make sure to check out the About Us page.


 

 

 

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Yuri Karasz -  1st Place
Adriana Staiano - 2nd Place
Susan Schmuck -  3rd Place


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