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CAA News

by Sybil Carven, May 16, 2008

Just a reminder that the Runner's Alley/Redhook 5k is fast approaching...and quickly filling up as of today 5/16, the race is almost sold out and there are no more shirts left! This year the field will be limited to 2000 runners, so don't wait or hesitate and register today...  www.runnersalley.com  for a link the race website.
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RUNNERS ALLEY/REDHOOK 5k VOLUNTEERS NEEDED...and CAA members have always made a  HUGE contribution to this local event by volunteering their time!
 
So...it is time to gear up for the 11th Annual Runner's Alley/Redhook Memorial 5k to benefit the Krempels Brain Injury Foundation.  Last year they raised over $40,000 and this year they are aiming for closer to $50, 000.  Every dollar of the proceeds is donated to the charity and directly impacts those suffering from a traumatic brain injury as a result of an accident or stroke.
 
They are looking for volunteers for either May 24th (preregistration at Runner's Alley) or May 25th (race day) to help pull off yet another successful race.
Most volunteer positions on race day require you to arrive at Redhook by 8:30AM or later.  Please let Jeanine know if you think you can help out and if you have a preference of position.
 
As always all volunteers will receive a race staff shirt and a ticket for free food and beverage as well as a coupon for a local downtown restaurant.   
 
Thank you in advance for any help you can offer!!  Please email Jeanine at jeanine@runnersalley.com and let her know what you can do!
 
 
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TRACK WORKOUTS in FULL SWING and have been extremely successful so far with 25-30 ppl participating...so head on over to the Portsmouth High School Track on Tuesday nights at 6:30, arrive early to warm up and be ready to start at 6:30.  Also, just wanted everyone to keep in mind that Paul and Dan are kind enough to donate their time each week to make these track workouts happen!..so please make sure you thank them or help them out in anyway you can. 
 
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Races this weekend...looks like it is going to be a good weekend to run in a road race...looking for something to participate in?...here are some local events...more information can be found on our website(calendar) or www.coolrunning.com
 
 
May 17th, 2008(Saturday)
 
Exeter PTO Get Fit in May 5K
Exeter, NH 9:30AM Lincoln Street Elementary School, 40 Main St. (USATF sanctioned, flat course thru historic Exeter. Includes fun runs, prizes)
Contact: Carl Stevens (Exeter PTO), 40 Main St., Exeter, NH, USA, 03833. 1-603-778-1982 CarlRStevens@gmail.com
 

May 18, 2008 (Sunday)

Dragonslayer 6k
York, ME 10:00AM York High School, 1 Stevens Drive (Beautiful course along ocean, Winner-airfare and entry in 2009 Disney Marathon)
Contact: Katie Prouty (Charity), 18 Old Mast Road, York, ME, USA, 03909. 1-207-363-8711

Kittery Fire Association 5K Run and Walk
Kittery, ME 9:00AM Gorges Road Fire Station, Gorges Road (2nd Annual 5K run and walk in beautiful coastal Kittery. Kids run new in 2008.)
Contact: Dan Hale (Kittery Fire Association), 125 Old Post Road, Kittery, ME, USA, 03904. 1-207-332-9125 kittery5k@hotmail.com
*** Note to pancake lovers...you can register for the race on Saturday morning at the Kittery Firestation on the Rt. 1 Bypass and also take advantage of the pancake breakfast!...
 
 
Monday Night Runs...are now at Saunders Restaurant.....at 6pm....4 or 6 mile courses available, followed by thirst quenching beverages.  for directions go to www.saundersatryeharbor.com
 
Tuesday Night Track Workouts... Portsmouth High School track.  The workout will start at 6:30pm, please arrive early to make sure you are properly warmed up for the workout.  Interested in track workouts but have never been to one, no problem...come on April 29th and there will be an overview of the workouts and what they entail.  Of course, if you can't make those dates, you are welcome to come anytime and Coach Dan or Coach Paul will fill you in.
 
Thursday Night Runs, 6pm...from Runner's Alley...are getting bigger each week, so come check it out and enjoy the company of other runners as you run through the streets of Portsmouth 4-5 miles.  Be prepared to get your arm twisted to go out for a beverage after the run!...
 
Saturday Morning Runs, 8am from Runner's Alley...always a fun time...come join us for a 4, 6 or 8 mile run, something for everyone and then head over to "The Works"(formerly Bagel Works) for some nice warm, tasty bagels!...
 
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Don't race topless...check out the CAA gear to wear.
We still have CAA apparel in stock, long sleeve wicking shirt($20) as well as lots of singlets(both men's and women's) for $15.  Available at Runner's Alley or send an email to coastalrunner@comcast.net.    WE  have ordered new items, they will be available sometime at the end of June...more info to follow!...
 
 
ALL FOR NOW...
Happy Running...Sybil
 
 

 
 

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, May 5, 2008

In this edition;
1.  Charity Run this Saturday at Runner's Alley
2.  Track Workouts continue
3.  Runner's Alley/Redhook 5k
4.  Volunteers needed for Runner's Alley/Redhook 5k
5.  Pub Runs
6.  Upcoming Races
7.  Florence Marathon
8.  Weekly Runs
9.  CAA apparel
10.  Happy Birthday Wishes
 
First of all, I want to apologize and congratulate Dave Dulong, I forgot to mention that he completed Boston Marathon ...an accomplishment that should not be overlooked for sure!...
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CAA's First Annual Charity Run, THIS Saturday May 10th...what is this you ask?...
During our regular Saturday morning run on May 10th....we are asking people to donate any amount of money they want to $5, $10, $20...to our donation hat. In the other hat, we ask that you write down your favorite Seacoast based non-profit charity. At the end of the run, we will pick a name out of the charity hat and the money raised from donations will go to that charity. So here is your chance to give a little donation to a local seacoast charity without a lot of pressure and a little bit of fun!!...Refreshments will be served following the run and before the donation "ceremony"...questions, email me at sybil.carven@comcast.net
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TRACK WORKOUTS continue Tuesday nights. 6:30pm, Portsmouth High School..rain or shine...so don't let a little rain get in your way of a good workout...
 
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Just a reminder that the Runner's Alley/Redhook 5k is fast approaching...and quickly filling up.  This year the field will be limited to 2000 runners, so don't wait or hesitate and register today... www.runnersalley.com  for a link the race website.
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RUNNERS ALLEY/REDHOOK 5k VOLUNTEERS NEEDED...
May is here and it's time to gear up for the 11th Annual Runner's Alley/Redhook Memorial 5k to benefit the Krempels Brain Injury Foundation.  Last year they raised over $40, 000 and this year they are aiming for closer to $50, 000.  Every dollar of the proceeds is donated to the charity and directly impacts those suffering from a traumatic brain injury as a result of an accident or stroke.
 
We are looking for volunteers for either May 24th (preregistration at Runner's Alley) or May 25th (race day) to help pull off yet another successful race.
Most volunteer positions on race day require you to arrive at Redhook by 8:30AM or later.  Please let Jeanine know if you think you can help out and if you have a preference of position.
 
As always all volunteers will receive a race staff shirt and a ticket for free food and beverage as well as a coupon for a local downtown restaurant.   
 
Thank you in advance for any help you can offer!!  Please email Jeanine at jeanine@runnersalley.com and let her know what you can do!
 
 
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Thank you to everyone who participated in our Pub Run series...we ran in some great locations, Dover, Newmarket and York...and drank some great beverages and munched on some awesome food...what a great combination to the perfect night!...Stay Tuned for some more social runs/pub runs...in various locations!...
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Upcoming Races....check out the calendar on our website for upcoming  May races...we are trying to put down the local races as well as some popular/fun races in the New England area...something you want to add, please email it to coastalrunner@comcast.net and we will get it up there.
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THE FLORENCE MARATHON....
 Interested in Running the Florence Marathon in November...Kathleen Stocker is planning on going and is looking for some other runners to join her...if interested, please contack Kathleen at KStocker@communitypartnersnh.org
 
Here is some pricing information so far;
In addition to the airfare ($800) and the time in Venice ($700), the Florence
marathon package is about $900 --- So $2,400 plus dinners & trains for the 10
days. 
 
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Monday Night Runs...are now at Saunders Restaurant.....at 6pm....4 or 6 mile courses available, followed by thirst quenching beverages.  for directions go to www.saundersatryeharbor.com
 
Tuesday Night Track Workouts... Portsmouth High School track.  The workout will start at 6:30pm, please arrive early to make sure you are properly warmed up for the workout.  Interested in track workouts but have never been to one, no problem...come on April 29th and there will be an overview of the workouts and what they entail.  Of course, if you can't make those dates, you are welcome to come anytime and Coach Dan or Coach Paul will fill you in.
 
Thursday Night Runs, 6pm...from Runner's Alley...are getting bigger each week, so come check it out and enjoy the company of other runners as you run through the streets of Portsmouth 4-5 miles.  Be prepared to get your arm twisted to go out for a beverage after the run!...
 
Saturday Morning Runs, 8am from Runner's Alley...always a fun time...come join us for a 4, 6 or 8 mile run, something for everyone and then head over to "The Works"(formerly Bagel Works) for some nice warm, tasty bagels!...
 
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Don't race topless...check out the CAA gear to wear.
We still have CAA apparel in stock, long sleeve wicking shirt($20) as well as lots of singlets(both men's and women's) for $15.  I will have them available after the charity run if you are interested in purchasing.  We will also bring them to the track workouts within the next few weeks(the date TBD).  They are always available at the store for your purchase.   WE  have order new items, they will be available sometime at the end of June...more info to follow!...
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Happy Birthday to the following members who have MAY birthdays....
 
Holly Goodell  5/4
Mike Messmer  5/11
Michele Richard  5/11
Sarah Jo Roberts 5/17
Abby Jackson 5/23
Shawn Crotto 5/24
Gary Rohr 5/25
Tom Smart 5/26
Laura Nicholas 5/26
Dave Rosania 5/27
Barbara Carignan 5/29
 
 

Something you want to add?...please email us at coastalrunner@comcast.net
  That's all for now....
Happy Running,
Sybil

Seacoast Road Race Series

by Sybil Carven, April 26, 2008

Seacoast Road Race Series...starts this Saturday with the Children's Museum 5k...if you are participating in the series please don't forget to put down CAA as club name...there is a club participation award and we want to win it again this year!!... www.proportsmouth.org/seacoastseries.cfm


Races:
Children's Museum 5k
Runners Alley/Redhook 5k(sign up early, might close out!)
Market Square Day 10k
Portsmouth Harbour Trail 5k
Saunders at Rye Harbor 10k
Fox Point Sunset 5 miler
Great Island 5k
Great Bay 5k

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, April 25, 2008

Congratulations to all of our CAA Boston Marathon Finishers...what a great accomplishment ...I hope you all have relaxed this week and eaten lots of Ben and Jerry's ice cream!...
Terry Connelly
Todd Gerrish
Dana Mckenna
Nancy Bauer
Liz Singer
Sue Sullivan
David Dulong
Steve Barlock
Chip Cody
Paul Goransson
Bob Najar
Tom Simpson
Brian Betournay
Don Brabant
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NEXT STOP on the Pub Run....YORK Beach, ME
Come join us next Wednesday, April 30th at 6pm ...in the parking lot of Short Sands Beach...right next to the Fun-arama/Bowling Alley in York...after the run, we will go over to Union Bluff Hotel for some cocktails and munchies...if you need more detailed directions or get lost that day call 603-770-8087, that's Sybil's cell phone number.  We will be running around the Nubble Lighthouse and along the beach at Long Sands...and then back to Short Sands...a great run with some beautiful sights to see!...
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Track Workouts started out with a bang last Tuesday night, over 40 ppl descended upon the track to begin the 2008 season of track workouts...It's never too early or too late to begin the very beneficial track workouts...so come join us this Tuesday at 6:30(arrive early to warm up)...If you are a beginner to the track workouts, Bob Fernald will be there again this week to go over all of the details surrounding the workouts so you feel more comfortable on the track and get the most out of the workouts.
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Looking for a 5k THIS SATURDAY...
Out of Hibernation 5k, Saturday April 26th at 9am, Portsmouth, NH  for more information go to
 
Next Saturday, lots of local races to choose from...
 
Saturday, May 3rd
 
Childrens Museum 5K Road Race and Fun Run
Portsmouth, NH 9:00AM Corner of Pleasant and Marcy Streets, 280 Marcy Street (Scenic course, lobster prizes, kids fun run, refreshments, massages, fundraiser)
Contact: Heidi Duncanson (Childrens Museum of Portsmouth), 280 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH, USA, 03801. 1-603-436-3853
 
 
Fort Foster Four Miler(1st year)
Kittery Point, ME 10:00AM Fort Foster, Pocahontas Road (Great location, walkers welcome, includes a fun run, raffles and more)
Contact: Carin Sarzynski (Family Resource Center), 518 US Route One, Kittery, ME, USA, 03904. 1-207-451-9291 frccarin@yahoo.com
 
Seven Hills of Somersworth 5K Road Race
Somersworth, NH 9:00AM Somersworth Middle School, Memorial Drive (Prize money for top three men/women, voted Best Small Race of 2007)
Contact: Darryl Cauchon (Main Street Somersworth), 11 Turgeon Lane, Somersworth, NH, USA, 03878. 1-603-692-5828 dcauchon@somersworth.com
 
Kupenda for the children 5K(1st year)
Hampton, NH 10:00AM Across the street from Cinnamon Rainbows surf shop in Hampton Beach, 931 Ocean Blvd (All proceeds will support children with disablities in Kenya and Guatemala)
Contact: Kupenda for the children (Charity), PO Box 473, Hampton, NH, USA, 03843. 1-603-918-0054 kupenda@kupenda.org

 
 
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THE FLORENCE MARATHON....
 Interested in Running the Florence Marathon in November...Kathleen Stocker is planning on going and is looking for some other runners to join her...if interested, please contack Kathleen at KStocker@communitypartnersnh.org
 
Here is some pricing information so far;
In addition to the airfare ($800) and the time in Venice ($700), the Florence
marathon package is about $900 --- So $2,400 plus dinners & trains for the 10
days. 
 
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Monday Night Runs...are moving to Saunders TONIGHT.....at 6pm....4 or 6 mile courses available, followed by thirst quenching beverages.  for directions go to www.saundersatryeharbor.com
 
Tuesday Night Track Workouts... Portsmouth High School track.  The workout will start at 6:30pm, please arrive early to make sure you are properly warmed up for the workout.  Interested in track workouts but have never been to one, no problem...come on April 29th and there will be an overview of the workouts and what they entail.  Of course, if you can't make those dates, you are welcome to come anytime and Coach Dan or Coach Paul will fill you in.
 
Thursday Night Runs, 6pm...from Runner's Alley...are getting bigger each week, so come check it out and enjoy the company of other runners as you run through the streets of Portsmouth 4-5 miles.  Be prepared to get your arm twisted to go out for a beverage after the run!...
 
Saturday Morning Runs, 8am from Runner's Alley...always a fun time...come join us for a 4, 6 or 8 mile run, something for everyone and then head over to "The Works"(formerly Bagel Works) for some nice warm, tasty bagels!...

Something you want to add?...please email us at coastalrunner@comcast.net
  That's all for now....
Happy Running,
Sybil

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, April 21, 2008

Some dates to remember...
 
Monday Night Runs...are moving to Saunders TONIGHT.....at 6pm....4 or 6 mile courses available, followed by thirst quenching beverages.  for directions go to www.saundersatryeharbor.com
 
Tuesday Night Track Workouts...start TOMORROW NIGHT, Portsmouth High School track.  The workout will start at 6:30pm, please arrive early to make sure you are properly warmed up for the workout.  Interested in track workouts but have never been to one, no problem...come on April 22nd or April 29th and there will be an overview of the workouts and what they entail.  Of course, if you can't make those dates, you are welcome to come anytime and Coach Dan or Coach Paul will fill you in.
 
Thursday Night Runs, 6pm...from Runner's Alley...are getting bigger each week, so come check it out and enjoy the company of other runners as you run through the streets of Portsmouth 4-5 miles.  Be prepared to get your arm twisted to go out for a beverage after the run!...
 
Saturday Morning Runs, 8am from Runner's Alley...always a fun time...come join us for a 4, 6 or 8 mile run, something for everyone and then head over to "The Works"(formerly Bagel Works) for some nice warm, tasty bagels!...
 
 
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NEXT PUB RUN...has been scheduled...so mark your calenders for Wednesday, April 30th at 6pm at the Union Bluff Hotel in York, Me.  We will be doing a beautiful run around the Nubble Lightshouse...details and directions to follow.
 
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CAA's First Annual Charity Run, Saturday May 10th...what is this you ask?...
During our regular Saturday morning run on May 10th....we are asking people to donate any amount of money they want to $5, $10, $20...to our donation hat.  In the other hat, we ask that you write down your favorite Seacoast based non-profit charity.  At the end of the run, we will pick a name out of the charity hat and the money raised from donations will go to that charity.  So here is your chance to give a little donation to a local charity without alot of pressure and a little bit of fun!!...Refreshments will be served following the run and before the donation "ceremony"...
 
For more information, always check out our website at www.coastalathletic.org.  We are always looking for more information to add to the website, so please send it along to coastalrunner@comcast.net
 
 
Happy Running,
Sybil
 
 
 
 

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, April 10, 2008

 
In this email you will find;
1.  Info about Red's Shoe Barn race and post race events
2.  Weekly Runs, logistics and changes
3.  Next Pub Run
4.  Pub Run
5.  CAA Charity Run
6.  Member Profile
7.  April Birthdays
8.  Some upcoming races
 
 
 
What a beautiful day...I hope everyone got a chance to get outside and enjoy some of this nice weather.  If you haven't been running all winter and waiting for the nice weather to come...no more excuses you wait is over.  If you have been running all winter and are anxious to get those racing flats dusted off, then come this Sunday to the Red's Shoe Barn 5 miler, 10am start, Dover, NH(see more details below)
 
Thank you to everyone that helped with the waterstops at the Eastern States 20 miler and the Great Bay Half Marathon.  Not only did we made $500 for the club, we proved that we know how to put on a successful waterstop!!...
 
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Red's Shoe Barn, 5 mile road race, this Sunday at 10am....you can Register at  Red's Shoe Barn on Saturday from 10 -1 or Sunday morning from 8am - 9:30am at the Henry Law Park/Dover Indoor Pool.  Pre-registration is $17 and post registration is $20(day of).
 
In honor of Bill Paradis, a member of the Rochester Runners who passed away suddenly last month, CAA will be donating $75 to one of Bill's favorite charities.  We will present Rochester Runners with this donation at the post race awards ceremony. 
 
POST RACE PARTY....at the Fitt's house
Come to the Jen and Chris Fitt's house after the race, for some post-race fun...
Jen and Chris will provide a grill, burgers and hot-dogs. This is a BYOB event, and will be held rain or shine. Kids, dogs and better halves welcome.
We plan to start things off around noon, and feel free to come even if you don't race.
Also we are open to some car pooling if people want to park at our house before the race.
my cell: 603.781.8445
 
 
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Monday Night Runs...are moving to Saunders...on April 21st...at 6pm....4 or 6 mile courses available, followed by thirst quenching beverages.  for directions go to www.saundersatryeharbor.com
 
Tuesday Night Track Workouts...are just a few weeks away, April 22nd, Portsmouth High School track.  The workout will start at 6:30pm, please arrive early to make sure you are properly warmed up for the workout.  Interested in track workouts but have never been to one, no problem...come on April 22nd or April 29th and there will be an overview of the workouts and what they entail.  Of course, if you can't make those dates, you are welcome to come anytime and Coach Dan or Coach Paul will fill you in.
 
Thursday Night Runs, 6pm...from Runner's Alley...are getting bigger each week, so come check it out and enjoy the company of other runners as you run through the streets of Portsmouth 4-5 miles.  Be prepared to get your arm twisted to go out for a beverage after the run!...
 
Saturday Morning Runs, 8am from Runner's Alley...always a fun time...come join us for a 4, 6 or 8 mile run, something for everyone and then head over to "The Works"(formerly Bagel Works) for some nice warm, tasty bagels!...
 
 
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NEXT PUB RUN...has been scheduled...so mark your calenders for Wednesday, April 30th at 6pm at the Union Bluff Hotel in York, Me.  We will be doing a beautiful run around the Nubble Lightshouse...details and directions to follow.
 
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CAA's First Annual Charity Run, Saturday May 10th...what is this you ask?...
During our regular Saturday morning run on May 10th....we are asking people to donate any amount of money they want to $5, $10, $20...to our donation hat.  In the other hat, we ask that you write down your favorite Seacoast based non-profit charity.  At the end of the run, we will pick a name out of the charity hat and the money raised from donations will go to that charity.  So here is your chance to give a little donation to a local charity without alot of pressure and a little bit of fun!!...Refreshments will be served following the run and before the donation "ceremony"...
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Back by popular demand...member profiles...same old format, just a few new questions.
 
This month....MEMBER PROFILE: Sybil Carven, I figured I would get the ball rolling on the new format...so here it goes...
 
 
#1. Why and When did you start running?  I started running in high school as a way to stay in shape and chase the boys. 
 
#2.  Favorite Race?  My favorite race is the Bar Harbor Half Marathon in September, you can't ask for a more spectacular setting.
 
#3.  Favorite Place to Run?  My favorite place to run is in the woods, although I don't get a chance to do it very often.   I really enjoy the trails at Maudsley State Park in Newburyport.
 
#4. If you could run with one person who would it be?  I would love to be able to go on a run with my mom.  We already have a pretty close relationship, but I just think it would be really neat to be able to go on a long run with her.
 
#5. What do you do when your not running?...I am a stay at home mom...with my two beautiful children, Caroline 2 1/2 and Sarah 11 months, that says it all!!!
 
#6.  Favorite Place on the Seacoast to eat?  I have to say I love sitting on the decks at Poco's, not sure if it is the large margaritas or the large plate of nachos...but it works for me!
 
#7.  Favorite Bar(anywhere?)  McSorley's Irish Pub in New York City!!
 
 
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Happy Birthday to our fellow CAA members;
 
Carl Gurtman  4/7
Angelique Murray  4/7
Jen Golia 4/10
Rhonda Stacy Coyle  4/16
George Pierce   4/17
Kathy Davis 4/23
Diane Metcalf 4/24
Ty Gagne  4/24
Karen Frisbie 4/25
Don Welsh 4/29
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Some upcoming races:
 
Todd's Trot 5k, Saturday, April 12th, Durham at 10am...for more information go to www.toddstrot.org
 
Joshua's Book of Dreams 5k, Saturday April 19th, York at 10am ...for more information go to www.yorkmaine.org
 
Out of Hibernation 5k, Saturday April 26th at 9am, Portsmouth, NH  for more information go to
 
 
 
 
For more information, always check out our website at www.coastalathletic.org.  We are always looking for more information to add to the website, so please send it along to coastalrunner@comcast.net
 
 
Happy Running,
Sybil
 
 
 
 

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, April 5, 2008

This Sunday, CAA is hosting the Mile 5 waterstop at the Great Bay Half Marathon....we have a great team together for the waterstop but could always use more volunteers...we want to have the biggest and best waterstop on the course...so if you are looking to give back to the running community or want to get your kids out of the house for a little while,  let me know and I will send you the details on how to get to the waterstop!!...
 

CAA News

by Sybil Carven, March 23, 2008

In this email you will find...

 

1. Pub Run Series

2.  Eastern States Waterstop

3.  Runner's Alley Beginner 5k/10k program

4.  Congratulations to Greg Pratt and family

5. Track Workouts

6. CAA Website improvements

7.  Weekly Runs

8.  Upcoming Races

 

 

THIS WEDNESDAY, March 26th...PUB SERIES CONTINUES......Riverworks in Newmarket, NH, Wednesday, March 19th at 6pm....  Come join us as we run the streets of Newmarket.  A 4-5 mile course will be mapped out...we will proceed into Riverworks after the run for some beverages and light appetizers...now that 's an offer you can't refuse!
 
Directions:
Riverworks is right in town...across from American Legion...(South end of town)...look for parking along both sides of Main Street..
 
Coming in from Stratham ..Route 108 North into Newmarket....follow signs right into Newmarket, and Riverworks is right there on the left hand side of street.
Coming from Durham ...Route 108 South into Newmarket..go through Newmarket town, past Post Office on left, start looking for parking...Riverworks is up on your right...past Post Office

 

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STILL LOOKING FOR YOUR HELP....

WATERSTOP VOLUNTEERS...Eastern States...a CAA tradition, we have been hosting this waterstop for 9 years...and of course it is always the loudest and best waterstop on the course..!!...This year the race is Sunday, March 30th ...we will need you to arrive at Foyes Corner around 11am and you should be done around 12:00, children, parents siblings are welcome.  CAA will receive $250 for their volunteer efforts.  Don't know where Foyes Corner is?...let me know and I will give you directions.

If you are interested in helping out, please email me at sybil.carven@comcast.net

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RUNNER'S ALLEY BEGINNER'S RUNNING PROGRAMS

Do you know anyone that has always wanted to run a 5k or 10k but just couldn?t stick with the program?  Now?s the chance!!  Sign up for the Runner?s Alley 5k or 10k training group and be sure to cross that finish line!  

Informational meeting and signup Wednesday, March 26th, 6pm Runner?s Alley, 104 Congress St., Portsmouth.

 

5k Training Group will train for the Runner?s Alley/Redhook 5k on May 25th.  8 Weeks-$59.00.

10k Training Group will train for the Market Square Day 10k on June 14th.  10 Weeks-$79.00.

 

Your Signup fee includes the following:

*10% Discount on all full priced purchases at Runner?s Alley

*8 or 10 week supportive training program

*Short sleeve technical Runner?s Alley shirt

*Race Entry Fee

*Proper shoe fit advice

*Stretching and strengthening techniques

*Nutritional advice

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Congratulations to Greg Pratt and his wife Kate on the birth of their baby girl, February 11th...Deryn Angelina joins the ever growing CAA family of little ones!

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Tuesday, April 22nd at 6pm...TRACK WORKOUTS BEGIN....look for some new additions to the program including tempo runs and time trials.  We will be doing a Beginner Seminar again this year for anyone who is interested in starting track workouts and have never done them before.  The Beginner Seminars will be held the first two track workouts....

 

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Our website continues to improve, but we need your help...

In a continued effort to improve our website and provide the members with resources and information...we would like to add a section to the website for "Running Publications"...so if you have read a book or have a favorite book about running, training, nutrition, cross-training, etc. that you would like to recommend to your fellow CAA members, then please send along the title, author and a brief summary on the book and why you recommend it...continue to check out the website for new features and information www.coastalathletic.org  If you have something you would like to share, please let us know at coastalrunner@comcast.net.

Also, we are looking for a member that is a graphic artist to help spruce up a few things on the website...if you are interested in helping us, please contact  andy.gagnon@gmail.com

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WEEKLY Runs ...now with the time change...the night time runs are in the daylight...so check out >>>>

Monday night runs from Redhook Brewery, 6pm, 4 mile loop...and cold beverages to follow(please note this Monday is St. Patty's Day, what a great place to be)

Thursday night runs from Runner's Alley at 6pm continue to grow, 4-5 miles around beautiful downtown Portsmouth...a few cocktails to follow have been reported in recent weeks!!!

Saturday mornings...always a great way to start your day...8am from the front of Runner's Alley, lots of different distances and paces to chose from...a nice fresh bagel from The Works rounds out this great morning of running!

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Some Upcoming Races to consider...more are listed on our website www.coastalathletic.org

March 29th, Annual April Fool's 4 mile Road Race,Salisbury, Ma...http://xenia.unh.edu/wcrc/

April 6th, Great Bay Half Marathon, Newmarket, NH www.locorunning.com

April 13th, Annual Red's Shoe Barn Race for a Better Community, 5miles 10am  ....http://www.runreg.com/RacersResource/events/register.asp?eventid=1599

 

Looking to GET A LITTLE DIRTY?!....here's the race for you

Muddy Moose, April 20th, Wolfeboro, NH, 10am, Kingswood Regional high School

www.ferguscullen.com, choose from a 4mile or 14 mile race, which both start together but then the two paths diverge in the woods, and which one you take makes all the difference.  These trail races go along dirt road, logging roads, single track and snowmobile trails.  The 14 mile race involves short steep hills, logs, roots, water and mud.

 

Something to add?...pls email us at coastalrunner@comcast.net

That's all for now...Happy Running

Sybil

 

 

 

Volunteering

by Sybil Carven, Mar. 16, 2008

23rd Annual Children's Museum of Portsmouth 5k Road Race and 12th Annual Fun Run is on Saturday May 3rd. This year the museum is one of the races in the Seacoast race series. We will also be the first race in the series. The museum is looking for volunteers to help out at the race. Some of the tasks are course monitoring, start/finish line help, Fun Run coordinators, hospitality tent and set-up/clean-up. T-Shirts will be provided for all volunteers. If interested please contact Gabe Doleac Volunteer Coordinator at 436-3853 or gdoleac@childrens-museum.org

Upcoming CAA Events

Saturday
May 10, 2008
CAA 1st Annual Charity Run Portsmouth, NH. 8:00am, Runner's Alley. We are asking people to donate any amount of money they want to $5, $10, $20.

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Tuesday
April 22, 2008
Track Workout Starts Portsmouth, NH 6:30pm at Portsmouth High School. Coach Dan and Paul help you get faster.

Upcoming Races

Saturday
Apr. 26, 2008
Out of Hibernation 5K Portsmouth, NH 9:00AM, Masonic Lodge - Corner of Middle and Miller, 351 Middle St (Fun downtown Portsmouth run, Red Sox tickets raffle, awesome T-shirts, prizes)

Training

Stronger, Faster, Higher
Changing Speeds to Go the Distance
By GRETCHEN REYNOLDS
Published: April 17, 2008
SARA HALL experienced an instructive epiphany in 2006.