Greetings, runners! We have results to share from the Monster Marathon and Half Marathon (including a new course record!) and the first two PGXC meets. We’re also looking forward to the Danby Down & Dirty trail race in a few days and the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving. But first, here’s what’s happening with the club…. Read more »
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FLRC Footnotes for August 2021
Greetings, runners! We have results to share from Forest Frolic, Forge the Gorgeous, the August track meet, and upcoming races include the Monster Marathon and Danby Down & Dirty! But first, here’s what’s happening with the club. CLUB NEWS Want to run cross country? Join our teams for the PGXC series! We are once again… Read more »
Ithaca 5&10 Canceled for 2021
The FLRC board regrets to announce the cancellation of the Ithaca 5&10 for 2021. Although we’ve been able to hold most outdoor track meets and trail races this year, it proved impossible to get permits and recruit enough volunteers in time to prep for a large downtown road race. Our apologies! We hope you’ll run… Read more »
FLRC Footnotes for July 2021
Greetings, runners! Racing almost feels like it’s back to normal, and we have results to share from the Finger Lakes 50s, the Fillmore 5K, and our July track meet. Upcoming races include Forest Frolic, Forge the Gorgeous, the August track meet, and the Ithaca 5&10—and don’t miss the FLRC Annual Picnic! But first, here’s what’s… Read more »
Elinor Kops, Nickolas Talijan Receive $1000 FLRC Scholarships for 2021
The Finger Lakes Running Club has awarded $1000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors Elinor Kops of Ithaca High School and Nickolas Talijan of South Seneca High School. FLRC scholarships are awarded based on applicants’ academics, extracurricular activities, and demonstrated passion for running. Ithaca High’s Elinor Kops takes pride in pushing herself intellectually and genuinely… Read more »
FLRC Footnotes for June 2021
Remember, fully vaccinated people can now go maskless at all FLRC events, so keep getting those shots! Results are in from the Tortoise & Hare, which almost saw a new course record. Get ready for the Finger Lakes 50s, Fillmore 5K, Forest Frolic, and July track meet. Help us rebuild our volunteer database by filling… Read more »
FLRC Footnotes for May 2021
Keep getting those jabs—fully vaccinated people can now go maskless at all FLRC events! Speaking of which, things are getting back to normal. Results are in from the Women’s Distance Festival 5K and Thom B Trail Runs. Our next races are Tortoise & Hare on 6/6 and the Finger Lakes 50s on 7/3. It’s never… Read more »
FLRC Footnotes for April 2021
With an ever-increasing number of people vaccinated and COVID-19 infection rates low in the community, we’re moving toward running together more: Spring races are here—hit the trails with WDF, Thom B., and Tortoise & Hare! FLRC’s marquee ultra, the Finger Lakes 50s, will take place on July 3rd, 2021. The FLRC Challenge is going strong!… Read more »
FLRC Footnotes for March 2021
As the weather finally warms up, an ever-increasing amount is going on: Interested in an elite ultrarunner’s stories? Come listen to Katie Arnold on March 25th. The FLRC Challenge is in full swing! Can you complete all ten courses in 2021? FLRC offers a free year of club membership for those hurt by the pandemic…. Read more »
FLRC Offers Free Year of Club Membership to Those Hurt by the Pandemic
To support local runners who have suffered from reduced income, lost jobs, and other financial repercussions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, FLRC would like to offer a free year of club membership to anyone who could use a little extra help, no questions asked. When you join FLRC or renew an FLRC membership—individual ($20) or family… Read more »