3rd Annual Sullivan Striders Rail Trail Race

We were blessed with perfect racing weather on Sunday for the 3rd Annual Sullivan Striders Race/Walk on the Town of Fallsburg Rails to Trails. The deluge started AFTER everyone went home & the electronic timing devices were removed. There were 84 participants who completed the race by crossing the finish line.

The winner of the 4 Mile Race was a 39 year old neighbor from Wurtsboro, NY, Raymond Revell, who finished with a time of 23:44.3. That's an impressive average pace of 5.56 Minutes per mile!  Even more inspiring was William Rosenberg, a 71 year old runner from Wallkill, NY, who finished the race in just under 35 minutes.  Please visit Race Results for the full listing of all runner & walker stats.  

Janet Gula and Alexandra Lalieu

There was also great support from several of our Main Street Mountaindale businesses.  Janet Gula of Radiant Yoga of Mountaindale led a pre-race stretch to help everyone prepare their muscles. Alexandra Lalieu of  Upstate Karate of Mountaindale strongly encouraged her students to participate in full karate uniform so that there were 16 students & their families involved in the activity. Joan Collins, Woodridge Village Board Member and Kiwanian, was the Grand Marshall and started everyone on the race. The Mountaindale Fire Company permitted the Firehouse to serve as the registration base, and the Mountaindale Action Commitee assisted the Striders in hosting and providing refreshments. As usual, everyone was greeted by our delightful former Legislady, Leni Binder. Although she no longer holds public office, she is still a very active community volunteer. Speaking of volunteers, the Mountaindale Ambulance Squad stood ready to help anyone in need, and there was great support from Woodridge Kiwanis and the Village of Woodridge who are both important members of the Town of Fallsburg Rail Trail Committee.

It was also nice to see the runners supporting each other.  When one runner mentioned she was disappointed that she hadn't improved her run time of 43 minutes since last year, veteran runner Brian Cavanaugh suggested she do some upper body strength training to overcome her plateau. The morning ended nicely with the awarding of beautiful plants as prizes from the Manza Family Farm. Maryann and Tom Manza deserve a huge round of applause for all of their hard work in coordinating this significant fundraiser for the Rail Trail. You can find out how to join the Sullivan Striders running club at http://www.sullivanstriders.org/. Click here for more Race Day photos.

Calling ALL WALKERS...October 16th...Please Save The Date

Some causes are more dear and near my own heart than are others...any walk benefiting making strides against Breast Cancer is one of them. On October 16th the American Cancer Society is holding a walk, "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer", and would encourage any of you who have had your lives, your family touched by cancer to drum up some sponsor and be a part of this great event.

Sullivan Striders Second Annual Rails to Trails Race/Walk Huge Success

This past Sunday, camera in hand, I was up and out of my camper at 6:30 in the morning heading into Mountaindale for the Second Annual Rails to Trails Run/Walk which started and ended in Mountaindale. The community was out in force to support the Sullivan Striders and the run, and a fabulous time was had by all!

The Mountaindale Fire Department was on hand, had set up cones to handle the traffic into and out of town, and the ambulanceman seemed like really nice folks. The Sullivan Striders had all their bases covered...great food on hand for their runners, plenty of water at the firehouse, and out on the trail, and more than adequate staff to handle the rush of people at the registration tables.

The race started a tad late, and for good reason...they were still registering people that wanted to run or walk our community's beautiful section of the trail that runs from Mountaindale to Woodridge.

Some of my own favorite highlights of the event included the students from Upstate Karate who seemed to have shown up in mass to participate in the event, all of them in their official Karate garb. Janet from Radiant Yoga leading those same students in some pre-event breathing exercises. Lastly, the awards ceremony, where it seemed like almost every participant received recognition, and a beautiful perennial plant from Manza Farm's nursery.

A lot of businesses sponsored the event, almost too many to mention, but one particular one stands out, deserves special recognition...Kohl's stepped up big time for the Sullivan Striders with five employees volunteering for the event, and the company making a very large donation to the event, so thank you Kohl's for being such an ardent supporter of the Sullivan Striders, our community, and the Rails to Trails.

All monies raised from this event are spent doing maintenance and improvements on the Rails to Trails, so thanks to everyone who participated! This year's Second Annual Rails to Trails event is over, but many of us are already looking forward to next year's event, are pleased that this event will be around now for decades to come.

Sullivan Striders Practice Run-Rails To Trails

First, a reminder...a week from this Sunday on July 17th, come out and be a part of it all as the Sullivan Striders host the Second Annual Rails to Trails Run and Walk. You can find more information, and print up the application form here.

Last night while working on this year's Mountaindale Beautification Project along the trail, we were fortunate to be on site when the Sullivan Striders showed up in force for a practice run for next week's BIG EVENT. Let me tell you, these people are serious about their sport, and I was amazed at how quickly they made the run.

Also pleased to announce, that they were the first group EVER to have their group picture taken in front of Mountaindale's new train as it takes shape, comes to life on the trail...thank you Sullivan Striders for taking a few minutes to let us capture the photographs we are sharing here! Looking forward to being there next Sunday to lend you a hand, and take photographs of your event. Again everyone, make sure to come down and be a part of the Second Annual Rails to Trails Run and Walk...proceeds to benefit improvements to the trail.

Race Application Form-2nd Annual O&W Rails To Trails Race

The Second Annual O&W Rails to Trails Race is fast approaching (July 17th) and we wanted to make sure EVERYONE has an invitation...so, please find below the official Runners/Walkers Entry Form. So, consider yourselves invited. You can simply print this article out, fill out the application and mail it in. T-Shirts to the first ONE HUNDRED REGISTERED Runners/Walkers, so get your applications in right away. It should be a fun filled Sunday morning for the entire family, and we hope you will join us.

2nd ANNUAL O&W RAILS TO TRAILS RACE

Sunday, July 17, 2011 8:30 a.m.

This is a 4 mile race and a 2 mile walking event along the former railroad tracks which have been turned into beautiful trails. All proceeds for this event will benefit the O & W Rails to Trails Projects in the Town of Fallsburg, including the Mountaindale, Woodridge and South Fallsburg lines. Overall winners and age group awards will be presented to male and female participants.

Please complete entry form, read the statement below, sign application and mail along with payment to:

Sullivan Striders Club
O & W Rails to Trails Race
PO Box 702
Rock Hill, NY 12775-0702

Please print clearly:

NAME _____________________________________________

4 MILE RUN ___ 2 MILE WALK___

MALE ___ FEMALE___

RACE DAY AGE_____ DATE OF BIRTH ___/____/____

TEE SHIRT SIZE*____ (S) ____ (M) ____ (L) ____ (XL) ____ (XXL)
*To first 100 Pre-registered Runners & Walkers

MAILING ADDRESS

_______________________________________________________

TOWN __________________________________

STATE_______ ZIP CODE ___________

TELEPHONE (_____) ________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________

In consideration of my entry, I do hereby, for myself, my heirs and administrators, waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages which I have or which hereafter accrue to me against all sponsors and race supporters, their representatives, employees, agents or assigns, for any and all damages which may be sustained and suffered by me in connections with any said association with or entry in and/or arising out of my traveling to, participant in and returning from said athletic event. I have full knowledge of the risks involved in this event and I am physically fit and sufficiently trained to participate in this event. If anyone sues you on my behalf, I agree to hold you harmless of all claims, expenses and attorney fees. If any part of this release is unenforceable the balance shall continue in full force.


________________________________________________
SIGNATURE (if under 18 years of age signature of parent or legal guardian is required)

DATE___________________

PAYMENT INFORMATION: PRE-ENTRY $17.00 ______ RACE DAY $20.00 _____

Race day registration begins at 7:30 A.M. at the Mountaindale Fire House, Mountaindale, NY
Race start time is at 8:30 A.M.

Directions:
* From Middletown area, take Route 17 (I-86) West to Exit 112, Wurtsboro/Masten Lake. Make a left off exit then another left onto Wurtsboro Mtn Rd. Travel approx 1.2 miles, take a right turn at County Road 56 and follow road to Mountaindale, 7 miles. At stop light make a right and follow into Mountaindale 2/10th of a mile. Firehouse is on left hand side. Look for race day signs.

*From Monticello/Liberty area, take Route 17 (I-86) East to Exit 109, Rock Hill. Make a left at stop sign onto Katrina Falls Road. Go 2/10th of a mile; turn left onto Rock Hill Drive, then a quick right onto Glen Wild Road. Go 6 miles make right at stop light in Woodridge towards Mountaindale. Travel approx 2 miles into Mountaindale. Firehouse is on left hand side. Look for race day signs.

For more information contact Maryann Manza, Race Coordinator & Committee Member @ 845-313-2560 OR Kim Klemen, Sullivan Striders Club President @ 845-283-8944 or e-mail to klemen105@yahoo.com

Visit us at: www.sullivanstriders.org

2nd ANNUAL O&W RAILS TO TRAILS RACE-Request For Sponsorships!

Greetings Walkers and Runners!

It is that time of year again, and the Sullivan Striders and Fallsburg O&W Rail Trail Committee are busy making plans for the second annual O&W Rails to Trails Race, and are looking for a helping hand from all our wonderful local shops and businesses...without the help/sponsorship from these folks, this race would not be possible, and without the race, a lot of the improvements as well as maintenance of our beautiful trail would not be possible. Below is their Press Release/Letter, and hope everyone reading this will consider making a donation, as well as joining in the fun of this event as a volunteer or participant in the run or walk on July 17th! You can print this article, fill out the sponsorship information, and MAIL IT IN TODAY! For questions, or additional questions you can email: mmanza1@hvc.rr.com

More news on the event itself in coming days!

Dear Friend,

On July 17, 2011 the Fallsburg O&W Rail Trail Committee, with help from the Sullivan Striders Running and Walking Club, is sponsoring a 4 mile run and 2 mile walk to benefit the Mountaindale, Woodridge and Fallsburg rail to trail projects. These communities are working together to beautify the trails for everyone’s enjoyment.

Our projects include landscaping, trail maintenance, signage, trail markers, creating parking areas and much more. Eventually, we will have a continuous trail with maps and brochures, resting areas, visitor’s centers and our dream bridge over the Neversink River where the old train track crossed from Woodridge to South Fallsburg.

The Rails to Trails Race will help defray some of our operating expenses. Most work on the trails is completed by volunteers but supplies are needed to keep this project alive. You can help to keep this important cause going by being a sponsor to our running race and walk. The race is an excellent way to get “acquainted” with the rail trail in our hometown.

One way for us to achieve our goals is to ask you, our friends, our family and business acquaintances to support this race by becoming a sponsor. We greatly appreciate any contributions or donations in kind that you are able to provide to us.

The sponsorship categories are as follows:

$500.00-Company name/logo will be prominently printed on the back of our event tee shirts and at mile markers.

$250.00-Company name/logo will be prominently printed on the back of our event tee shirts.

$100.00-Company name/logo will be printed on the back of our event tee shirts.
$ 50.00-Company name will be printed on the back of our event tee shirts.

$ 25.00-Company name will be printed on the back of our event tee shirts.

If you are interested in helping us attain our goal in making this fundraiser and race a success, please complete the enclosed sponsor form and return as soon as possible. Please make your check payable to the Sullivan Striders Club-Rails to Trail Race. If you have any questions regarding the race, becoming a sponsor or volunteering please feel free to contact Maryann Manza at 845-313-2560 or Allen Frishman at 845-701-1984.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Maryann Manza, Race Coordinator & Committee Member
Kim Klemen, Sullivan Striders Club President
Allen Frishman, Fallsburg O&W Rail Trail Committee Chair
2nd ANNUAL O&W RAILS TO TRAILS RACE Sponsorship Information:

Name

Address

_____________________________________________

_____________________________________________

_____________________________________________

_____________________________________________

Telephone

Contact person, if a business ___________________________

Donation amount enclosed:

$500.00*
$250.00*
$100.00*
$50.00
$25.00
$10.00
Other

Mail completed form to:
Sullivan Striders Club O & W Rails To Trails Race
PO Box 702
Rock Hill, NY 12775-0702

*For those sponsoring $500.00, $250.00 or $100.00 please provide us with your company logo.

If you’d like to receive an acknowledgment for the amount of your donation please check here.