20 running, walking, cycling, and other events in Frederick, Maryland

Sign up to support the Frederick Steeplechasers' race services program.

FSRC has decades of experience providing timing, scoring, and course marking race directors in the local Frederick community. Our services are a low-cost alternative for small races that require a simple approach.

Our race services "business" provides a modest revenue source for the club, allowing us to keep our membership fees as low as possible.

We rely on volunteers to provide the labor on race day and we invite the FSRC community to sign up to help out with such tasks as:

• Help Race-Day Lead to setup/teardown finish line

• Help with course marking (setup and teardown)

• Pull bib tags as runners cross finish line

• Operate TimeMachine, capturing bib numbers and finish times

• Arrange pull tags in order of finish on bib tag board

• Use TimeMachine printout to write finish times on each bib tag

Volunteers do not need to be current FSRC members and all volunteers must sign up. Volunteers should be 16 years or older for staffing the finish line as a timing helper and 18 or older for helping with course marking.

Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club

Half Marathon Training Program

Dates: February 10, 2026 through May 03, 2026

Goal Race: Frederick Half Marathon, May 03, 2026

Program Length: 12 weeks

Information Meeting: February 02, 2026, 6:00 PM at RAK Brewing

Group Runs:

Tuesday evenings at 6:00 PM Various locations in or near Frederick, MD - refer to Facebook Half Marathon Training Group Page

Saturday mornings at 8:00 AM Various locations in or near Frederick, MD - refer to Facebook Half Marathon Training Group Page

Coaches:

• To Be Announced

Program Description:The FSRC Half Marathon Training Program is ideal for the first-time or intermediate half-marathoner, and is a great way to improve your running and meet other runners in our community. Each participant is given a training plan including recommendations for mileage, cross-training, and days off. While some runs will need to be done on your own, volunteer coaches lead group runs twice a week. Group runs are encouraged, but not mandatory. The FSRC Community Forum provides a place to coordinate additional runs with other participants, and get support and advice from more experienced participants and your volunteer coaches. We try our best to answer your questions, or at least connect you with someone who can. Participants must be at least 16 years of age on program start date.

You must be a paid member of FSRC to register for this training. If you are not a member, it's only $25 to join FSRC and you get this training and so much more. Click on https://steeplechasers.org/membership/join/ to learn more and follow the instructions to join. If you think you are already a paid member of the club and you can't register, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club, using https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. Once you've joined the club, or renewed your club membership, come back here to register for the training.

Cost: $0 for current Steeplechasers members

Prerequisites:

To help protect against injury, we strongly recommend you are:

• Consistently running or run-walking (at any speed) 3 days a week or more, for at least 6 months

• Comfortable running or run-walking 5-6 mile long runs

• Have the blessing of your physician if you have some sort of medical issue that may affect your participation (heart issues, orthopedic concerns, etc.)

To Register:

Please complete all steps:

(1) Make sure you are a paid member of the club by checking https://steeplechasers.org/membership/registered-members/. If not already a paid member, you need to join before registering for the training program. You can renew or join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc. Click Renew to renew your membership or Sign Up to join. If you're asked to claim your account, please see https://steeplechasers.org/membership/claim-account-rsu/

(2) Register for the training program by clicking Sign Up link at https://runsignup.com/fsrchalftraining

(3) Ask to join the Half Marathon Training Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fsrchalftraining. The Facebook page is our primary means of communicating to keep you updated on when and where runs are occurring, to help you find support and get your questions answered by your coaches and fellow participants, and to notify you of cancellations due to weather.

Note: you may be interested in helping us test another means of communication from the coaches and among trainees, called FSRC Community. This is a forum we are considering for club communication as an alternative for Facebook. If you are interested in participating in the beta test for this, please navigate to https://community.steeplechasers.org/g (you may have to log in or create an account), then find Half Marathon Training Beta, then click Request.

The FSRC Spring Coed 5K Training program is an 8 week training to prepare for the Frederick Running Festival Twilight 5K Race. The program is designed for everyone from first time runners looking to complete a 5K to experienced runners looking to improve their 5K performance. Participants must be at least 16 years of age on program start date.

Group runs will be held weekly on Tuesdays at 6pm and Saturdays at 8 am at various locations in Frederick, MD. Our first group run will be Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6 pm at the Baker Park Bandshell.

The program will begin the week of March 10th 2026 and run through May 2nd 2026 with our target race. The target race is the Frederick Running Festival Twilight 5K race.

Want to know more about the program: Information Session will be held March 3rd at Rak Brewing at 6 pm where Coacheswill answer questions about the program and plans.

Prerequisites for the program:

To help protect against injury, we strongly recommend you are:

Consistently running or run-walking (at any speed) 3 days a week or more, for at least 6 months

Comfortable running or run-walking 2-4 mile long runs

Have the blessing of your physician if you have some sort of medical issue that may affect your participation (heart issues, orthopedic concerns, etc.)

You must be a paid member of FSRC to register for this training. If you are not a member, it's only $25 to join FSRC and you get this training and so much more. Click on https://steeplechasers.org/membership/join/ to learn more and follow the instructions to join. If you think you are already a paid member of the club and you can't register, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club, using https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. Once you've joined the club, or renewed your club membership, come back here to register for the training.

Cost: $0 for current Steeplechasers members

To Register:

Please complete all steps:

(1) Make sure you are a paid member of the club by checking https://steeplechasers.org/membership/registered-members/. If not already a paid member, you need to join before registering for the training program. You can renew or join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc. Click Renew to renew your membership or Sign Up to join. If you're asked to claim your account, please see https://steeplechasers.org/membership/claim-account-rsu/

(2) Register for the training program by clicking Sign Up link at https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Frederick/FSRCSpring5kCoedTrainingGroup

(3) The FSRC Community forum is our primary means of communicating updates on when and where runs are occurring, to help you find support and get your questions answered by your coaches and fellow participants, and to notify you of cancellations due to weather. If you don’t already have an account, within a few hours after you register you’ll receive an email invitation to join the FSRC Community. You should click on the link in the invitation, create a username and password and you will automatically be logged in. To learn more about the FSRC Community, see the FSRC Community Training videos.

Our spring running program will start on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. This season we will accept runners who are 9-16 years old, and we will cap registration based on our coaching staff. We will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. one day a week at Baker Park, and other day at regional parks/tracks, usually within the city limits.

Note: for insurance reasons you must be a member of the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club to participate in this program. You can check if you are already an FSRC member at https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. The price for a Junior membership is $10. New memberships will begin on the day you sign up and continue for 12 months. This registration must match the name in the club registration exactly, as well as the birth date.

NOTE: the price for the Spires program shows up as $50 but you will be given a $10 discount when you check out, making the resulting price $40 for FSRC club members. You must be a member during this program. If your child is already an FSRC member, if it expires before this program starts you will need to RENEW your membership. Please do so at https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. If your child is not already an FSRC member, they need to join FSRC at https://runsignup.com/fsrc. This costs $10 per child, or there are family options.

AGE RANGE OF PROGRAM: The FSRC Spires Youth Running Program is open to children ages 9-16. Ages should be 9 as of 12/31/26.

CONCEPT OF THE PROGRAM

The FSRC Spires Youth Running Program is somewhat unique because the emphasis is on learning the benefits of running as a fun and enjoyable means of lifetime fitness. This is different from programs that emphasize performance and competition. There is always gratification for kids that finish first, but this program tries to give every kid the opportunity to achieve and be recognized for simply how much they participate, learn, and improve.

Understand that some of our kids do go on to become competitive high school runners and do very well! But our goal is not to have them peak in the 8th grade. While they’re young, it should be about developing a great foundation of knowledge, technique, and base conditioning before they step into a rigorous school program.

For those that choose not to run for competition, they will still have gained the knowledge and approach to use running as a fitness tool for the rest of their lives!

DESCRIPTION OF CONDUCT

The programs are conducted during the Fall and Spring. The fall season program is more geared toward the sport of cross country and is conducted mostly in Frederick’s Baker Park primarily during the months of September and October. The spring season is more slightly more geared toward track but focuses on conditioning and encouraging the kids to build up to running a mile or 5k!

Kids will be grouped according to their ability and are supervised by the coaches who keep the kids together as a group for safety. The normal goal is for all participants to be confident in racing in a 5k race. The FSRC summer decathlon series starts as the Spire Spires session ends and allows for track racing for interested participants.

Kids of greater ability may do more, while kids that are new to this may just want to target one goal event toward the end of the season. Otherwise, there are also periodic timed events during the practices to measure their progress.

RULES OF BEHAVIOR

Kids should not eat dinner before coming to practice. Having a snack when they get home from school is recommended along with drinking water. Please have your child bring water to practice.

In order to maintain safety on group runs, the kids must demonstrate the ability to follow the instructions of the coaches. If they are not feeling well, they should not be forced to participate. Especially in the long group runs, we can’t have kids quitting in the middle as it creates a safety issue for them and the other children. So, if they don’t feel well or are injured, please keep them home.

We do allow for as much laughing, talking, and joking as can be permitted (because we want it to be fun) as long as kids generally follow the instructions they are given. Sportsmanship is also important. Runners should be supportive and encouraging to each other and never do anything to impede another runner in a race.

Register for Maryland's 10th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is back at ROCKWELL BREWERY RIVERSIDE for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Frederick, Maryland followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers FREDERICK is the area's premier cycling event departing from ROCKWELL BREWERY RIVERSIDE and traveling the scenic roads of Frederick, MD. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at ROCKWELL BREWERY RIVERSIDE for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!

This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!

WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:

• Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)

• Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!

• Pre-Ride:

• Check-in a half hour before your start time

• We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions

• Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries

• Local bike shops offering last-minute tune-ups

• The Ride:

• Ride your distance with ride leaders

• Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions

• Mechanical support vehicle

• Rest stops with snacks & refreshments

• Post Ride:

• It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!

• Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider

• Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies

• Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games

• Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand

• Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!

• Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page

• Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!

*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

• Official Bikes & Beers X ROCKWELL BREWERY 2026 Pint Glass

• (2) ROCKWELL BREWERY Craft Beers are ON US!

• High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies

• Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!

• Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!

• Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer

• Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!

FEATURES OF OUR 2025 EVENTS:

• PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience during pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!

• NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!

• COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!

• SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!

IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!

Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand-new bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!

Benefitting BIKE MARYLAND to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!

In coordination with Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club (FSRC or Steeplechasers) is hosting a supported on-course training run to help you prepare for race day, preview much of the course, and check out Historic Downtown Frederick. This is a 12 mile supported on course training run two weeks prior to race day. The run is FREE and open to the public.

The Route: FRF 12 Mile Training Turn by Turn

RIGHT on East St

(.6 miles) RIGHT on Monocacy Blvd (turns into New Design Rd)

(1.5) RIGHT on Stadium Dr. (to end)

(2) LEFT on Market St

(2.7) LEFT on Church St (to end)

(2.9) LEFT on Bentz St

IMMEDIATE RIGHT on Carroll Pkwy

(3.5) Enter Frederick High School veer right to stay on Carroll Pkwy.

(3.9) LEFT on Kline Blvd

(4.3) RIGHT on Fairview Ave

(5.0) RIGHT on 2nd Street

(5.8 ) LEFT on Bentz St (water @corner of Bentz & Rockwell)

(6.0) LEFT on Dill Ave (turns into Rosemont)

(6.6) RIGHT on Fairview Ave (turns into 13th St)

(7.8 ) LEFT on Market St

(8.1) RIGHT on 16th St (to end)

(8.9) RIGHT on Shifferstadt Blvd (straight onto Monocacy Blvd)

(10.4) RIGHT at Stop Sign on Hughes Ford/Monroe Ave (to end)

(11.1) RIGHT on Patrick St

(11.8 ) LEFT on East St (back to start)

The Frederick Visitor Center will have plenty of information on Frederick, the “nicest bathrooms in town”, as well as a spot to warm up after the run. Please park in the lot next to the Visitors Center but don’t park in their designated “visitor spots.” If we run out of spaces in the Visitor Center lot, there’s a parking ramp across the street.

This is a casual group run that is NOT timed or held on a closed course. Runners of all abilities and paces are welcome, but must obey all traffic laws. We ask that you run on sidewalks where available and against traffic if you must enter the roadway for best visibility and safety. RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK.

The Steeplechasers will provide turn by turn directions and a mid-course water stop. Our friends at Charm City Run Frederick will provide post-run refreshments and breakfast at the store afterwards. We suggest you bring your own water and other energy supplements if you will need them. We look forward to seeing you out there!

We’d love to answer questions about any restaurants, cafes, breweries, pubs, or shops that you see along the way.

If you would like more information or would like to join the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club, please go to steeplechasers.org

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE FOR 2026 - PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION

Little D on the Monocacy (LDOM) is the first canoe and kayak race held on the historic Monocacy River in Frederick MD. LDOM is held in memory of Little D, who bravely fought metachromatic leukodystrophy until December 28, 2018. By gifting your sport, talent and heart, you help keep Little D's legacy alive.

THERE IS NO REGISTRATION FEE FOR THIS RACE - Those wishing to register can make a donation of their choice. All proceeds after expenses will be donated to the Gilchrest Foundation in support of families of terminally ill children.

Little D on the Monocacy Canoe and Kayak Event Video: https://youtu.be/7zYCbKBbg1s

Tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., the Frederick Running Festival is one of the hidden gems of the running community. The festival features four races, which all finish at the Frederick Fairgrounds. Runners can experience a big time race with small town charm with the added value of off-site packet pick-up in the suburbs of Maryland. Choose between a half-marathon and two-person team relay on Sunday or the 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday.

To shop our FULL merchandise store visit www.shoppesatcorrigansports.com

WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN?

Girls on the Run (GOTR) offers programming designed for all girls to build confidence, increase their level of physical activity, and learn essential life skills. Our research-based curriculum creatively combines movement with confidence-building lessons and activities, providing an after-school program for 3rd through 8th grade girls. With programming that inspires girls of all backgrounds and abilities to recognize their individual strengths, participants build connection and community in a welcoming team setting. They explore topics including emotions, expressing empathy, and standing up for themself and others all while being in a safe and judge-free space with their peers. Their season culminates with a 5K celebration, where girls experience confidence and unstoppable strength as they cross the finish line. All Girls on the Run 5K participants are encouraged to go at their own pace, their Happy Pace.

WHAT IS A SOLEMATE?

GOTR SoleMates are inspired and driven athletes that want to build community through their shared passion of supporting Girls on the Run while training to complete your event of choice at the Frederick Running Festival! As a SoleMate, not only do you advance the powerful Girls on the Run mission but by raising critical funds, you enable Girls on the Run to serve more girls across western Maryland. The dollars you raise will have a direct impact on your community and will serve as a model to the future generation that she can do hard things!

WHY BECOME A SOLEMATE?

• Support with every dollar raised and mile logged

• The opportunity to earn Girls on the Run branded apparel and swag

• A personalized online fundraising page making raising funds easy and fun

• Access to resources that take the work out of fundraising

• A team at Girls on the Run that can provide one-on-one help and support, cheering you on as you hit each milestone along the way

• A community of other SoleMates, working towards the same goals and encouraging you along your way!

Come join our RRCA certified coaches as we launch our Spring Half Marathon Training Program, with the goal race of the Frederick Half Marathon on May 3, 2026. Whether you plan to do this race or have other running goals this Spring, join us for a FREE organized series of speedwork and longer runs. We do hope you will become a member of the Baltimore Road Runners Club (BRRC), but all are welcome. Note that registration for the Frederick Half Marathon is NOT included, and you are encouraged to sign up if you plan this as a goal race.

As an added bonus, the training group will continue with a bridge training plan to keep you race ready for the Baltimore 10 Miler on June 6, 2026. That’s like getting two training plans for the price of none!

Half Marathon Training Group Details:

Training plan start date: January 25, 2026 (first meeting will be January 28)

Speed work: Carver Center for Arts and Technology Track, 938 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21204

Day: Wednesdays at 7:00PM. (Beginning Jan 28)

Long runs: Loch Raven Reservoir (LRR) –Corner of Morgan Mill Road & Loch Raven Drive

Day: Saturdays at 7:00AM (Beginning Jan 31)

It is recommended that you have run at least 6 miles before. If you are a brand new runner, we suggest checking out the beginner runner/5k group that the BRRC offers starting in March.

This is a great group for first time half marathoners as well as experienced runners who are looking to improve their race time. It is also a great way to get involved with the club and meet other runners in our community.

Registration is FREE.

FAQ:

What if I am not able to attend every workout?

That’s ok! No one is taking attendance. Your schedule only allows you to come for track night? Great, come for track night! Your schedule only allows you to show up every other Saturday? We don’t mind. Come when you can.

Do I have to sign up via the RunSignUp link?

No, you do not need to be a registered group member to show up. BUT, if you sign up using the link provided it will be easier to stay updated on group news. The training plan will be distributed using the registrant list. We also send emails about cancellations, changes in location, and general news.

Do I have to be a BRRC member to join the training group?

No, but why wouldn’t you want to be a member? For only $24 a year ($30 for a family), you can get access to many free races, fun runs, track meets, and more. Plus, you get to be a part of this great running community that we have in Baltimore. So while you technically don’t need to be a member to train with us, we highly recommend it. Join here.

Parkway Elementary School will once again be hosting its Parkway Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run event. The course will wind its way through beautiful Baker Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. This fun event will benefit the Parkway Elementary School community.

Start Location:

Near Baker Park Bandshell

21 N. Bentz St.

Frederick, MD 21701

https://goo.gl/maps/ev3yBmAcoU4h9Pza7

Race Start Times:

♦ 8:30am - 1K Fun Run

♦ 9:00am - 5K

Race Shirts:

♦ Race shirts for the 5K and 1K will be provided to all participants who register by Friday, May 01, 2026. For those who register after May 02, race shirts will be given out on a first come-first serve basis, if available.

♦ In-person, race day registration will open up at 7:30am.

Packet Pick-Up:

♦ Packets can be picked up from the front steps of Parkway Elementary School on Friday, May 22 between 3:30-4:30pm. Packets can also be picked up on race day starting at 7:30am.

Awards:

♦ Awards will be given out to top finishers in different categories: 7 and under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 - 69 and 70+

Want to be a race sponsor?

We are seeking a variety of sponsors to support our event through monetary sponsorships, food and beverage donations, as well as prizes such as gift certificates for goods and services. For more information visit https://forms.gle/rTNocWzmiYximykd6

Questions?

Please email [email protected].

2nd Annual Run Like A Warrior 5K – Frederick, MD

LEAF is teaming up with Lyme Warrior again for this exciting event on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Hood College in Frederick, MD!

Join us for a fun, family-friendly 5K supporting Lyme Warrior, a patient-led nonprofit raising awareness and providing support for those affected by Lyme disease.

Dress to impress!

We’ll be awarding prizes for:

Most Green Spirit

Best Frederick Bling

Run, walk, or cheer—come out and show your support for the Lyme community while enjoying a meaningful morning with friends, family, and fellow warriors!

Hood College, Frederick, MD

Saturday, May 30, 2026

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Let’s make Frederick green, bold, and unstoppable. See you there!

WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN?

Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a youth development after school program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The program is dedicated to inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident while creatively integrating running or movement. Each season concludes with a celebratory 5K run!

JOIN US:

The 2026 Celebrate your start GOTR 5K is a celebration of our team members’ journeys—honoring their hard work at practices in the past, embracing glorious goal-meeting moments in the present, and looking with great confidence forward to the future. A good memory maintains connections and impacts how we navigate life. Join us as teams tap into their new life skills, friendships, and confidence to accomplish a goal that will inspire them to set even bigger ones in the future.

2025 COURSE MAP

PARKING:

There is NO parking on Hood College Campus. Parking available at Frederick Health Garage, top floor.

Goal Race: Frederick Women's Distance Festival, August 1, 2026

Program Length: 8 weeks

Information Session: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6pm at Baker Park Bandshell

First Group Run: Wednesday, June 10th, at 6 pm at TJ Middle School at 1799 Schifferstadt Blvd.

Ongoing Group Runs

Wednesdays: 6:00 PM meet at TJ Middle School and Baker Park, Frederick. More information will be posted on the "Frederick Women's 5K Training Program" Facebook Group.

Saturdays: 8:00 AM, Various locations in or near Frederick. More information will be posted on the "Frederick Women's 5K Training Program" Facebook Page

Head Coach: Brigitte Farrell

Program Description:

The Frederick Women’s Distance Festival 5k Training Program is ideal for:

• Walkers who would like to begin adding short run segments to improve fitness and run-walk a 5k race.

• Casual runners who would like to be able to consistently run an entire 5k race.

• Intermediate runners comfortable with racing the 5k distance who would like to improve their race time.

• Any women who would like to run with other women to make friends and get motivated to move.

Each participant is given a training plan including recommendations for mileage, cross-training, and days off. While some runs will need to be done on your own, volunteer coaches lead group runs twice a week. Group runs are encouraged, but not mandatory. A private Facebook page provides a place to coordinate additional runs with other participants, and to get support and advice from more experienced participants and your volunteer coaches. We try our best to answer your questions, or at least connect you with someone who can.

You must be a paid member of FSRC to register for this training. If you are not a member, it's only $25 to join FSRC and you get this training and so much more. Click on https://steeplechasers.org/membership/join/ to learn more and follow the instructions to join. If you think you are already a paid member of the club and you can't register, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club, using the Membership Lookup function at https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. Once you've joined the club, or renewed your club membership, come back here to register for the training.

Cost: $0 for current Steeplechasers members

Minimum Age: 14

Prerequisites:

To help protect against injury, we strongly recommend you are:

• comfortable walking 30 minutes at any pace

• Have the blessing of your physician if you have some sort of medical issue that may affect your participation (heart issues, orthopedic concerns, etc.)

To Register:

(1) Make sure you are a paid member of the club by checking https://steeplechasers.org/membership/registered-members/. If not already a paid member, you need to join before registering for the training program. You can renew or join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc. Click Renew to renew your membership or Sign Up to join. If you're asked to claim your account, please see https://steeplechasers.org/membership/claim-account-rsu/

(2) Sign up using the "Sign Up" button here.

(3) Ask to join the Frederick Women's 5k Training Program Facebook group. The Facebook group is our primary means of communicating to keep you updated on when and where runs are occurring, to help you find support and get your questions answered by your coaches and fellow participants, and to notify you of cancellations due to weather.

Celebrate the holiday with a FREE 5k race at Riverside Park. (off of Monocacy Blvd). This is a low-key, low-amenity event.

Race Start time is 8:30AM.

Free for FSRC Members

Our low-key races are free for Steeplechaser members, so YAY!

You must be a club member on race day in order to get free race entry.

• If you’re not a club member, you can join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc.

• To check to see if you are a current member, and if so, what your expiration date is go to https://members.loutilities.com/fsrc/members and search for your name. If it isn’t found, your membership has either expired or you may be using an alternate spelling of your name.

• To look up your membership by name or email and to renew see: https://runsignup.com/fsrc and click Membership Lookup. If you’re logged into RunSignup, you should see your membership under “Your Existing Users”. If your membership has expired, click the Renew Now button next to your most recent membership. We have no idea why they have Renew Now next to older memberships, so please click the right one.

• If you think you are a paid member of the club and you still can't register for free, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club and ensure that the birthdate you're using for registering for the race matches the one in your RunSignUp profile.

• If this still doesn't offer the ability to register for the race for free, email [email protected] for assistance.

Finally - if you currently have an individual membership and would like to upgrade to "Two-In-Household" or "Family" membership in order to get the free race entry for family members, contact our membership committee at [email protected].

Race Day Registration

You may sign up on race day, but you'll need to do it online on your own device. We will not have paper forms or registration kiosks.

Competition

The Independence 5000 will count towards the FSRC Grand Prix.

Low-budget awards are given to the following divisions:

• Top male/female/non binary (clock time)

• Age Group male/female (net time): 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Logistics

Park in the lot at Riverside and pick up your bib.

The race will be chip timed, but still please make sure that you stay in order as you cross the finish line where volunteers will scan your bib -- we do this as a backup to resolve any missed chip reads.

The course is an out and back on the paved trail through the park. There will be two water stops.

Please bring a food item to share after the race.