Our mid-week group runs have at least two different distance options (3-4 miles and 5-6 miles) with an appointed leader for at least one of the two routes. Each run will have its own Facebook “event,” and the routes will be posted a couple days before the run. After each run, those who can will stick around for food, drink, and good conversation, either at a nearby restaurant or a club member’s residence. Come for the run; stay (if you can) for the fellowship. (If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries—just come run with us!)
This month’s Away Game will explore some of the lesser-known trails at Valley Forge National Historical Park. We’ll be meeting at the Knox’s Quarters trailhead at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 31 (aka “Halloween”). Costumes optional.
The route will be a trail run totaling about 10 miles. Shorter options will be possible.
Post-run lunch spot and exact routes will be posted to the Facebook Event.
Come early, grab a drink, stay after—it’s easy to chat, catch up, and socialize as a club before and after business. And if you need to skidaddle right after the meeting, that’s OK too.
Please remember to RSVP no later than Sunday, October 4!
September 12th, Lower stilling Basin to Old Church Rd. (6-7mi) with Skinners Loop option (just under 16miles).
Volunteer tab is active
currently around a dozen volunteers and will need at least 80.
If you want to volunteer at a specific aid station, note it in the comments which come up at the end of volunteer registration.
Will need help on Saturday before marking the course and Monday after for equipment/trailer clean-up at Michael’s
Held a recent aid-station captain meeting and 2 stations will be changing their theme.
Currently have 207 registered 50K runners & 8 relay teams.
Camping will be available again for $10 the night before (already 7 registered)
Runners contributing outside of Blues Cruise for Opportunity House and that’s now at $405. Donation to be made 15min before the race starts.
Big thanks to Diane Grimm & Monster Energy recovery drink for a donated skid of beverages(1600 cans).
Oley Country Classic (Jennifer Pierdomenico)
Sunday November 1st starting at 9AM
10Mile/6K option
Current registration at 146 registered runners which is well ahead of last year at this time.
Price increases after 10/10 (shirt option also goes away).
Will need close to 30 volunteers and tab is active on runsignup under the “More” tab.
Trail Maintenance (Cody Harris)
Great turnout last month
Upcoming bridge replacement:
Sunday 9/20 @ 9AM is next PPAC volunteer day. Work on moving the bridge beams down to the creek. Recommend long pants and closed toe shoes if volunteering.
New bridge assembly: 9/26 – 9/27 are Blue Marsh volunteer days
Bridge is scheduled to be completed before Blues Cruise
If reporting down trees to Michael or Cody, please note the Blue Marsh mile marker (and not the Blues Cruise mile marker).
Social Committee
Wine & Cheese (Lisa Domeshek Ashway)
Saturday September 26 at Barn at Cacoosing.
Cost is $20/$25 for members/non-members but increases to $25/$30 after September 12th.
Bike Ride (Karen Sinnen)
Tentative date will be May 15th with rain date of the following weekend.
Ride is 20-25 miles in distance and starts along 422 and goes along the trail (all paved) to Manayunk stopping there and perhaps another place for refreshments.
OLD BUSINESS
Opportunity House
Highway Cleanup
NEW BUSINESS
RRCA Runner Friendly Community designation (Michael Whalen)
Proposal: “The Pagoda Pacers, in partnership with Fleet Feet West Reading, apply to the RRCA for West Reading to be identified as a Runner Friendly Community”
After debate proposal amended to:
“The Pagoda Pacers, in partnership with Fleet Feet West Reading, apply to the RRCA for Berks County to be identified as a Runner Friendly Community”
Motion passed
Reach out to Michael if you’re interested in helping him with the application process (application due November 30th)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BCIAA is looking for 10ish volunteers to help at the High School County race on Tuesday 10/20 from 3:30-5:30. Reach out to Michelle Henry if interested.
Elections are coming up and reach out to any officer if you’re interested in serving for 2027. More information at the October meeting.
Girls on the Run is Saturday November 7th at the Berks County Heritage Center. Reach out to Andrea Adam if you’d like to help (7AM) or be a running buddy (race starts at 9:30).
MEETING ADJOURNED at 7:47 pm
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