The Pacer
ANDERSON ROAD RUNNERS CLUB
/ /July - August 2003
President: Bob Hart 643-6304 Vice President: Tommy Goodson 642-4834
Treasurer: Peggy Hart 643-6304 Secretary: Denise Skillman 683-0483
Editor: Robin Van Camp Gerhart 643-6617 At-Large Officers: Ron Harmening 778-2618 Membership Chairman: Doug Townsend 644-0747 Greg Smith 778-7987
Race Directors:
Road Series Directors: Wally Post 649-8674
Fun Run Director: Frank St. Phillips
Walking Director: Judy Baylor 643-7637
It has back been a summer of change and mixed weather. Bob Hart, club president, had to take a short leave of office to undergo back surgery. Surgery went well, he is a bit ahead of schedule on his recovery and back at the helm as president.
Tommy Goodson, vice president and interim president during Bob’s down time did another fantastic job of directing the White River Run. Tommy and Lori seem to keep improving this run for the better each year. And as we all know, the director needs a great volunteer staff and Tommy has a good group to assist him.
Carolyn McKinney is doing a fine job of keeping the membership updated through ARRC News briefings. Her pictures are a nice addition also.
Due to flooding from a week of downpours, the Thursday Night Points race on 10 July was cancelled. Apparently the damage to the path was minimal. Runners and walkers were devising new routes, much like winter running, due to all the water on the normal paths and trails.
This is the second issue of the PACER being sent electronically. If you know of someone who is not getting a PACER and does not have access to e-mail, please have them contact Robin Gerhart or Greg Smith. Current copies are available to members without e-mail addresses at the Thursday Night Point Races.
Notes for the present…
Louie Harshman, former Anderson Road Runner, now living in Tennessee completed his 50 states and Washington, D.C. marathon quest. The Mayor’s Midnight Sun Marathon held on 21 June 2003, in Anchorage, Alaska was his 50th state to run a marathon. Accompanying Louie on his final marathon were Lonnie Smith, Terry Spoo and Jim Hoffman. Not far behind Louie in this quest for 50 states and D.C. are our own: Terry Spoo, Lonnie Smith, Jack Stepp and Tony Martin. Congratulations Louie! And keep going ARRC guys.
Welcome to our newest members: Casey Atchley, Vilmarie Barbosa, Jordan Benson, Jessica Bentley, Alicia Cummings, Mark Dively, Hillary Guion, Chad Isely, Winona Lane, Noel Lephart, Carey Marks, Kim McCain, Summer McDuffee, Joe McFarren, Heiter, Rachel and Samantha Roy, Erica Smith, James Strangeway, Marzell Stennis, Roger Wachtel and Gary West.
Happy Birthday to the following members: Casey Atchley, Vilmarie Barbosa, Jordan Benson, Gene Chandler, Tom Corda, Mark Dively, Delaney Dye, Tanner Dye, Brad Dyke, John Etchison, Sharon Etherington, Hank Gerhart, Tommy Gooodson, Steve Hagensieker, Debra Harry, Jim Hunter, Elsie Kearns, Perry Knox, James Leffler, Carey Marks, Summer McDuffee, Alicia McElroy, Bill Miller, Kathie Nichols, John Phagan, Mike Porter, Linda Post, Doug Rose, Heiter Roy, Samantha Roy, Carl Schultz, Denise Skillma, Terry Spoo, Pam Taylor, EthanVolk, and Mark Volk.
Thank you to those who have supported our Thursday Night Point races with race awards. It’s the little extras from those extra-good members that make our club one of the best. Speaking of best…give Bob Kearns a word of thanks for once again marking the path, even in 1/8 mile increments for those wanting to time shorter sprints. Not to mention the fine job Bob is doing as race director for the Thursday Night Point races. Don’t forget his sweet wife, Elsie who is always on hand at the finish line passing out sticks.
Interested in becoming a “Friend of the Children’s Fun Run?” Contact Frankie St. Phillips for more information. The Fun Run is free to any child 0-12 years old, however, the cost of ribbons, prizes and refreshments come at a cost. Please consider a monetary donation or contribution to the refreshments/prizes. This is our best year ever for attendance. With our members and community sponsors this event will continue to grow and develop our future runners.
Bob Hart recently heard from former member Scott Walschlager. Scott is now president of the Sioux Falls, SD Area Running Club. The club has 93 members. Scott recently ran Grandma’s Marathon in 2:40. He says “hi” to everyone.
Thank you, Jim Hunter, owner and operator of Blimpie’ s Subs and Salads for inviting the Anderson Road Runners to enjoy all your tasty fare after the Points Races. If you like a Rueben sandwich, Tommy Goodson reports “they’re the best!”
Runner’s Profile…
This guy has been around about as long as the Shadyside Path and we are glad to have him in our club. If you are looking for a person to help you train, just keep you company on a run, or give you a hand with moving tables or working with the children, Gene’s the “go to man”. And after your evening run you can find some of the best snacks around in the trunk of his car!
Name --- Gene Chandler
Birthplace --- Anniston, Missouri
Occupation --- Retired, GM
Family--- two sons, Mike and Eric
Hobbies --- Running and flower gardening
Current book/last book read --- Runner’s World
Best movie, in your opinion--- Dr. Zchivago
Favorite quote --- “Don’t give up”
Years running/walking --- 24 years
Training miles each week --- 30 average
Place you like to train --- Mounds Park
Favorite race distance – 15K
Most scenic race – Boston Marathon
Favorite pre-race food— Spaghetti
Favorite post race snack— Pizza
Favorite running t-shirt --- Peach Tree 10K, Atlanta, GA, 85,000 participants
Who/what inspired you to run/walk--- youngest son, Eric
Advice to new runners/walkers--- Do a lot of walking first, work up to running, have a good mental attitude and practice discipline.
Support our Sponsors…
Without the following people and businesses our club would not be able to conduct the fine running events we offer the runners:
Hoosier Park Dr. Joseph Woschitz, Anderson Center for Sight Phillipe Water
Gwinn's Drug Store 1 2 One Promotions PIP
Art's Trim Shop Ronald T. Harmening, MD Robert E. Loose
Lutz Insurance Agency ALAC Garment Services Standt’s of Anderson
Household Finance Anderson Foot and Ankle Clinic Copy Connection
Star China Barber Manufacturing The Herald Bulletin
Baylor and Associates The Running Company, LLC Anderson YMCA
WERK Oldies 101.7 and 104.9 WHBU AM 1240 MAX 93.5 and 96.7
YMCA Ron Allen Realtors Hoosier Press
Cook Block and Brick GMAC Mortgage Corporation Truman Distributors
Kent Parks and staff at Mounds State Park Surbaugh and Son Realtors
Anderson City Parks and Recreation Department
Baker Chiropractic Clinic
Quote…
Heal the past, live the present, dream the future.
Mary Englelbreit
Upcoming Races…
July
19, Sat.- Red Tail Restoration 10K, 10K run/5K walk, contact Jamie Banks 765-284-2718 or
26, Sat.- POG Run 8K, 8K run/walk, 8:30 a.m., Morristown High School, Morristown, IN Contact Runners Forum (317) 844-1558 or
August
03, Sun.- Kingfish Mini Marathon and 5K, 7:00 a.m., Woodland Park, 2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage, IN Contact Mark Kingery (219) 762-7348 or .
06, Wed. – Midsummer Madness 4Mile, 4 mile run/fitness walk, 6:30 p.m., Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, IN Contact Runners Forum (317) 844-1558 or
09, Sat. - Howl at the Moon 8-Hour Run/Walk, 7:00 a.m., Kennekuk Cove
County Park, contact Marc Reddy (217) 733-4243
16, Sat. - Kernel Klassic 5K, 5K run/walk, Van Buren, IN contact Julie Hendryx 1-800-999-2365 or
16, Sat. – Damar Race for Success, 5 mile run/5K competitive walk/5K family walk, Decatur Central High School, Decatur, IN Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 884-4001 or
23, Sat. – Bears of Blue River 10K, 10K run/5K walk, Shelbyville, IN contact Shelbyville Parks and Recreation (317) 392-5128 or fax (317) 392-5144
23, Sat. – Run 4 the Bone, 4 mile run/walk, Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
30, Sat. – Freedom Run, 5mile run/walk, Marion National Guard Armory, Marion, IN Contact (765) 668-4522 ext 24
September
06, Sat. – Miriam Project 5K, 5K run/walk, Madison Park, Anderson, IN Contact Wally Post (765) 649-8674 or
13, Sat. – Dick Lugar Run and Walk, 10K run/5K run/walk, Butler University, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
20, Sat. – Darin Bryan Memorial Run, 5K run/walk, 8:00 a.m., Anderson University Anderson, IN
21, Sun. – The Crossroads of America 30K, 30K and 10 mile run, Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 884-4001 or
27, Sat. – Double Eagle Run and Walk, 10 mile run and 4 mile run/walk, Eagle Creek, Indianapolis, In Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
October
04, Sat. – Book’in it on the Monon, 5K run/walk, Carmel Library, Carmel, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300, or
11, Sat. – Applefest 5K, 5K run/walk, 9:15 a.m., Florida Station Church of God, Anderson, IN Contact Kip Riser (765) 754-7147
11, Sat. – Indianapolis Starstrides Run and Walk, 10K run/5K competitive walk and family fitness walk, Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 884-4001 or
11, Sat. – Monster Mash Dash, 5K run/walk, Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
11, Sat. – The Inaugural Road Runner Akron Marathon and Marathon Relays, Akron, OH Contact www.akronmarathon.org
18, Sat. – Four Seasons Pumpkin Patch 5K, 5K run/walk, New Castle, IN contact Duane Dye (317) 529-803 or
25, Sat. – Pleasant Run Run, 5 mile run/walk and 3 mile walk, Historic Irvington, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
November
01, Sat. – Outback Scramble-Wacky 5 mile cross country course, Eagle’s Crest, Indianapolis, IN Contact tuxedo Brothers (317) 733-3300 or
02, Sun. - Run the Mounds Run, 5-mile run/walk, Mounds State Park, Anderson, IN contact Bob Hart (765) 643-6304 or
08, Sat.- Potter’s Bridge Festival 5K/10K, 10K run/5K walk, 19000 Cumberland Road, Noblesville, IN contact or
Races listed in bold print are part of the ARRC Road Series.
Above races are subject to change, to insure accuracy of event contact race director or number listed.
Race Results…
DINO Series Town Run Trail- Tom Corda 1:36:51
21 June 2003- Mayor’s Midnight Sun Marathon, Anchorage, Alaska
Louie Harshman- 3:31
Jim Hoffman-3:51
Lonnie Smith- 3:52
Terry Spoo- 3:31