SCRAMBLINGS: CLUB ANNOUNCEMENTSPat Connelly Running Clinics - June 24
SCR Track Meet: RACE SERIES EVENT - June 9
Towsley Canyon Fun Run: RACE SERIES EVENT - May 30
American Cancer Society Relay For Life - May 15
Brentwood 5K/10K: RACE SERIES EVENT - May 15
More SCRamblings ...
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INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K
Registration is now available for the Independence Day Classic 5K, presented by the SCR for the past 26 years!
Race Day registration will also be available from 6:30-8:30 am at Newhall Memorial Park.
Download the entry form PDF 285K
Register online at Active.com (closes June 30th)
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JUNE PRESIDENTS MESSAGEDuring an average week in Santa Clarita, you don't have to look too far to spot any number of runners pounding the pavement, and trails. It's testament to the place we live seeing so many enjoying the great running environment the city has to offer and of cause the climate we all enjoy year round.
I always look at the runners I see and wonder what goals they have set for themselves or races they are aiming to conquer. For many I have no doubt it's simply the thrill of feeling fitter and healthier, and pinning a number on is not even on their radar.
For those who have a race goal in mind perhaps the Santa Clarita Runners Club can offer help and support. We have many running groups who meet during the week and can provide no end of advice on how to achieve those personal goals. In addition to the organized groups, many of our members have created their own small sub-groups who regularly meet in preparation for an upcoming event or race.
Our most popular gathering is the Sunday morning marathon training group mentored by Rawlins Jordan. We have seen many success stories rise from the Sunday run. Rawlins has helped so many new runners realize they can cross the finish line of a big city marathon and of course our own Santa Clarita marathon in November.
On any Saturday morning a cross section of our runners meet at Lowe's. The 10 mile route provides an opportunity to test speed and endurance or simply meet up with a like-minded individual for a pleasant run, good gossip followed by a Starbucks coffee. Thursday evenings is our social run, taking in many of the local trails and paseos. Regardless of your ability, if you just looking for a leisurely run after work, this is the perfect opportunity. Tuesday evenings is our track meet at College of the Canyons. This is a vigorous workout structure for all levels of runners.
The most intimidating part of being a new or slower runner is watching the fast people peel away from you as soon as you have taken the first couple of steps. I remember that feeling well. The Santa Clarita Runners have created groups especially for new and experienced runners alike. One of them I'm sure is perfect for you and each one has no shortage of runners ready to give great advice. So, there's no excuse for not joining one of our groups each week. Before you know it you will have your own sub group with all those new friends you'll make.
Further details of all our organized runs and events can be found at www.scrunners.org.
See you out and about - Martin Lilly, President
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RACE RESULTS
Our site has a number of result databases:Race Results Archive - results for many local eventsDo you have race results? E-mail them to scrunner@scrunners.org so we can recognize them and add them to our archive! Did your results break one of our club records? Be sure to contact our SCRambler editor for publication and recognition!
Track Results Archive - results from our Club track meets
Club Records - club record holders
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RACE SERIESReport your 2008 points here!
Get the Race Series standings spreadsheet here!
You can find links to PDF documents detailing the 2008 series events and rules here:2008 Rules PDF 87K
2008 Event Descriptions PDF 87K
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ABOUT OUR CLUB
Looking for support? Running partners? Training? Competition? Good folk to hang with? We are an active group of people of all ages and running abilities who enjoy sharing our running experiences with each other. The Club encourages the enjoyment of running through mutual support in preparation for training and racing.
Membership dues are annual and based on the calendar year starting in January. Dues range between $15.00 for youth under 18 years of age to $35.00 for the entire family and include a subscription to our monthly journal "The SCRambler."
PDF Membership Application 141K
Join or Renew Online at Active.com
Come join us at any of our scheduled gatherings, all of which are listed in our calendar.
- Our Saturday Morning Run is one of the club's traditional gathering place. The run begins at Starbuck's at 7:00 am in the Lowe's center on Bouquet Canyon Road and covers a marked course for distances up to 10 miles. A fast course, the looped out and back route offers ample opportunity to greet fellow runners as well as turn arounds for shorter distances. Preview the run with our online map.
- Is the marathon your reason for being? Then our Marathon Training group is the place for you, with carefully planned training distances and maps. Water and Gatorade are strategically located along the course. The group meets at Granary Square on McBean Parkway, Sundays at either 6:30 or 7:00 am.
- Feel the need for speed? Interval workouts are held Tuesday evenings at 6:15 pm on the College of the Canyons track in Valencia.
- Thursdays at 6:15 pm comprise our all-around social training runs, about 5-6 miles at an easy pace. As the daylight hours lengthen these runs gradually migrate to the beautiful trails surrounding Santa Clarita Valley. Check our calendar for current run locations.
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HOW WE HELP THE COMMUNTITYWhat we do and how we can help!
The Santa Clarita Runners provides both personnel and expertise to race organizers and events throughout the surrounding community.
Our Race Management expertise provides your event with official management of race results. Our services will provide you and your event participants with race results that are fast and accurate.
We work closely with race organizers throughout the event. Our volunteers coordinate the vital aspects of your race with you; registration, start of the race, finish line and tabulation of race results. We furnish personnel, finish line equipment, and timing mechanisms. We design an effective finish line not only for the runners, but also for the spectators.
We also are a consultant resource, providing assistance to your event's Race Director. Our services have proven beneficial in successful running events throughout the surrounding running community for more than 20 years:Because of the spirited and generous people we bring into our club, there is a groundswell of support when we call for volunteers. We actively encourage volunteering to help community groups and charities with their running events. It is an opportunity for meeting new people, having fun, applying your skills, learning something new, involving your friends and family and achieving personal goals in life.
- Women's 5K
- Independence Day 5K
- Castaic Community 10 Mile - 5K Run/Walk
- Santa Clarita Marathon Race Events
- Magic Mountain 5K
There is no end to the creative avenue for volunteering, just as there is no end to the need for volunteers. Participate as much as you wish - no experience necessary!
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MARATHON TRAININGWe meet at Granary Square in front of Ralph's Market on SUNDAY mornings at 6:30 am.
Our Training Schedule
Don't worry about how fast or far you can go - we'd love to see you there! Rawlins Jordan, our fantastic Marathon Coordinator, prepares routes for each Sunday training distance and places water and Gatorade along the way! A donation of $1 is appreciated to cover the cost, or $10 for the entire training period. You'll need to join the SCR Club as well, for a variety of really great reasons.
More questions? Call Rawlins at (661) 252-8626.
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SCV RUNNING TRAILSIf trails are your passion, the Santa Clarita Valley has some of best for you to experience and explore! Below are a few of our club favorites.The BeastOur neighbor club to the north, The High Desert Runners, also organize the Mountain Trail Fun Run series each year, highlighting favorite trails in the area. You can find information on the runs at the links below, or keep an eye on our calendar!
East Canyon
Haskell Canyon
Haskell Stairs
Los Piņetos
Mentryville
Towsley Canyon
Weldon Canyon
Mountain Trail Fun Run Flyer PDF 100K
High Desert Runners Website MTFR page
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