120 Stringham Rd, Lagrangeville NY
Sunday, January 26th, 2025
🏃♀️ Event Overview
- Date: January 26, 2025
- Location: 120 Stringham Rd, Lagrangeville, NY
- Course: Flat and fast five mile loop starting and ending at LaGrange Town Hall (Ed Erichson 5 mile course in reverse)
- Start Time: 10:00 am
📅 Registration Details
- Bib Pickup: Begins at 8:30 am
- Cost: FREE for active MHRRC club members
- Discount: Will show up at checkout for members
- Awards: None for this event
🌟 In Honor of Polly Sparling
- Tribute: This year’s Winter Run is held in memory of Polly Sparling, a long-time MHRRC member.
- Legacy: A six-time marathoner, Polly was passionate about running and community.
- Organizing Spirit: Nearly 20 years ago, Polly initiated a running group that grew and evolved.
- Community Influence: All participants cherished her storytelling and supportive nature during group runs.
👟 Impact on Running Community
- Women's Run Director: Polly served as the race director for the MHRRC Women’s Run, a local favorite.
- Learn to Run Program: She led a weekly training group that successfully introduced many to running.
- Inclusivity: Polly welcomed everyone regardless of their running skill, ensuring no one got left behind.
- Lasting Memories: Her weekly running group remains a nurturing community, influenced by her philosophy.
🌈 Continuing Her Legacy
- Weekly Meetings: Polly's "Posse" continues to meet every Saturday, embracing her principles.
- Community Connection: Her efforts have fostered diverse relationships among group members.
- Enduring Influence: Polly's impact is remembered fondly by participants, showing her dedication.
- Running Philosophy: Upholding the belief that everyone matters in their running journey.
🔗 More Information
- Race URL: Visit here for details
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