Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club

Cow Bone 6-12-24 Hour Trail Run
2023-05-27 - 2023-05-28 | 16869 Taylors Landing Rd., Sharpsburg, MD 21782, 16869 Taylors Landing Rd, Sharpsburg, MD, 21782, United States
The Cow Bone 6-12-24 Hour Trail Run is an endurance race that takes place on a 1.5 mile marked loop on private property owned by Shepherd’s Spring Outdoor Ministries. The course features 198 feet of elevation gain and is not a technical course, with little to no rocks and almost entirely under the canopy of tree shade. The course is designed to provide a varied experience so runners are not subject to constant repetitive motion. There are no stream crossings, and there is no threat of being rained out, making it a great race for runners of all levels. Participants can choose to run for 6, 12, or 24 hours, with the goal of (1) completing as many loops… as possible or (2) achieve a personal goal within their chosen timeframe.

Grand National People Chase 5K Trail Run/Walk
2023-05-20 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Loch Moy Farm, 1235 Park Mills Road, Adamstown, MD, 21710, United States
The rolling, challenging 5K course will take you through the picturesque Loch Moy Farm used for over 40 equestrian competitions each year. Runners will be led out by a rider on horseback over grass before heading into wooded trails* along the Monocacy River. After emerging from the woods, runners will run along a grass field while enjoying views of Sugarloaf Mountain and riders taking their horses over cross-country jumps. The course continues crossing a short stretch (ten feet) on a gravel and paved driveway before heading on a wooded trail back to the grassy finish area. This course is spike friendly.
*Please note that some sections of the wooded trails will be single track.
Note: Strollers and wheeled devices are not allowed. Well-behaved, leashed dogs will be allowed on the course. Please be aware that your dog may encounter horses

1K Fun Run and Stick Horse Race

1K Fun Run and Stick Horse Race will be run entirely on grass. The Stick Horse Race (we provide the equine!) is open to kids 9 and under, free of charge.

Run Friends Run 5k & Pet-Friendly Fun Run
2023-05-20 08:30 - 10:00 | Friends Meeting School, 3232 Green Valley Rd, Ijamsville, MD, 21754, United States
Run Friends Run 5k is a race through the beautiful 54-acre campus of Friends Meeting School (FMS) and the surrounding neighborhood. The 5k is part cross-country (on campus) and part road race. The pet-friendly, 1-mile, untimed, fun run takes place on campus. Coordinated by FMS parent volunteers, this event celebrates the benefits of physical exercise and community, and it raises money to support the school’s academic programs and staff.
FSRC is providing finish-line timing services at this race. If you would like to volunteer to help out, please sign up here:
https://runsignup.com/fsrcraceservices/volunteer

Frederick Half Marathon
2023-05-07 07:00 - 11:00 | Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
***FSRC Grand Prix Event ***
***Equalizer Series Event ***
Please note that Grand Prix and Equalizer points will be based on the Half Marathon only, not other events taking place that weekend.

Racin’ the Basin: A TowpathGO 5k Challenge
2023-05-06 07:00 - 09:00 | C&O Canal, 205 W Potomac St, Williamsport, MD, 21795
Are you up for a challenge? Support the C&O Canal Trust and the C&O Canal National Historical Park by participating in this spring’s TowpathGO 5K Challenge, Racin’ the Basin.
This May, join the Trust and your fellow canal lovers in Williamsport, Maryland for an exciting fundraiser to support the Park. This TowpathGO 5k Challenge is open to all ages. Lace up your shoes, set your own pace, and join us on the towpath!
When: May 6, 2023 7am-9am, Come rain or shine!
Where: Cushwa Basin in Williamsport, MD
Participation Fee*:
Participants: $35
Kids Under 5: Free

Register Now!

*Your participation donation supports the work of the C&O Canal Trust. Donations are 100% tax-deductible.
Preregistration is required.

PGRC Springburst 10K & Kids One Mile Fun Run
2023-04-29 07:30 - 11:00 | Glen Dale Splash Park, 11901 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, MD, 20769, United States
Join the Prince George’s Running Club for our 37th annual Springburst 10K and Kids One Mile Fun Run. The race which is part of the Maryland RRCA Grand Prix race series, will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 along the WB&A Trail starting at the Glenn Dale Splash Park.

CMES Roaring Lion 5K/Fun Run
2023-04-23 08:00 - 10:00
Join us on April 23 for the 12th Annual CMES Roaring Lion 5K/Fun Run. 5K starts at 8am with the One mile Fun Run to follow around 8:45. The race will be at Carroll Manor Elementary School: 5624 Adamstown Rd. Adamstown, MD

Makin’ Hay 10K & 5K
2023-04-22 08:30 - 10:30 | Catoctin Creek Nature Center, 2929 Sumantown Rd, Middletown, MD, United States
The 10K is an FSRC Grand Prix Event.
This scenic and rolling 10K course will take you on a journey through some of the prettiest farmland in Frederick County. Spring will be ushering forth color as you run past numerous farms, along Catoctin Creek on a gravel road, and across two, historic one-lane, wooden deck bridges spanning Catoctin Creek.
The 5K has almost exactly half of the elevation gain/loss as the 10K, while utilizing, for the most part, an entirely different but ever-so-scenic course. 5-year age group awards for both races!!!

Run to the Rescue 5K
2023-04-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD, United States
The MACEM&PS Run to the Rescue 5K leaves the starting gates soon…and we want you to be there!
We’ve worked together with FCC to host our first-ever fundraising event – a 5K in honor of the brave folks who run to our rescue every day, and to benefit the students who’ll one day follow in their footsteps.
Whether you’re running to set your own personal best time, just want to walk in support, or somewhere in between (a light jog?), you’re invited!

WHEN?
April 22, 2023
Check-in Starts: 8:00 AM
Run & Walk Starts: 10:00 AM

WHERE?
Frederick Community College
7932 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702

Wild Trail 5k/10k
2023-04-16 08:30 | Thorpewood, 12805A Mink Farm Rd, Thurmont, MD, 21788, United States
** FSRC Grand Prix Event **
*Only the 5K is a Grand Prix event*
This Steeplechaser low-key trail race is back with an exciting new course at beautiful Thorpewood in northern Frederick County.
Join us for this beginner-friendly low-key trail race at beautiful ThorpeWood in northern Frederick County. Thorpewood is .private property – so this event is your one and only chance to access this beautiful course.
Have you ever accidentally gone out for a run and showed up 5 minutes late with a slightly moldy water bottle, or *oh no* a totally mismatched running outfit?
Have you ever missed a turn and run extra *bonus* mileage during a training run or a race?
Have you ever skipped a run and shown up at the after party to celebrate?
If so, you too might be a trail runner!
If your initial response was, “No way, I don’t know the first thing about trail running!” don’t worry, we’re here to help! Click the sign-up button and we’ll walk you through it – no special shoes, gear or clothing required. Just a smile. And being “okay” with a little mud on your shoes. Join us for a wild and crazy idea – mixing running with nature!
REGISTRATION DEETS:
Our low-key races are FREE for Steeplechaser members, so YAY!
If you’re not a current member, it’s only $20 to join the club. It’s a great deal for a fun trail race, even if you don’t take advantage of the many other benefits of club membership. If you are a current member, you may need to renew if your membership is due to expire before race day. If you need to renew or join the club, please go to https://runsignup.com/fsrc to join or https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668 to renew, then come back here to register for the race. If you have questions about your membership, please send email to membership@sandbox.steeplechasers.org.
Register at: https://runsignup.com/wild5k10k

St. Joseph 5K and Fun Run
2023-04-15 08:30 - 11:00 | St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor, 5843 Manor Woods Road, Frederick, MD, 21703, United States
Join us in supporting this Tax Day 5K! Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join us for a fun and rewarding event. Whether you’re an experienced runner or new to the sport, this race is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and have a great time!

Runners will be timed by chipped bibs and prizes will be awarded.

Fort Detrick 10-Mile Race
2023-04-15 08:00 - 10:00 | 1507 Porter Street, Frederick, Md 21702, 1507 Porter Street, Frederick, 21702, United States
Odom Fitness Center Roads and Grounds
$5 for runners 4 and older, Credit Card Payment Only
Register from 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday
7:00-7:30 Same Day Registration
to register please call 301 – 619 – 2498
Trophies and Giveaways
There will be 1st and 2nd place male and female winners.

Martins Mill Covered Bridge 5 Miler
2023-04-01 08:00 - 10:30 | antrim township park, 12315 Grant Shook Rd, Greencastle, PA, 17225, United States
?Come tour our beautiful and historic course located in Antrim Township, PA.
This is the perfect way to kick-off your 2023 racing schedule.?Course: Starts and ends at Antrim Township Community Park
Awards: Awards will be given to each overall gender champion as well as each gender age group champion.
?5 Miler Age Groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and over
T-Shirts: All 5 Miler pre-registrants (by 3/16/23) are guaranteed a t-shirt.
5 Miler Cost: ($30 by 3/16/23) ($35 after 3/16/23) Be sure to register online ASAP!
Contact: richsecrest@hotmail.com
Must be present to receive T-Shirt & Awards
Rain or Shine Event
We will have an aide station on course with bottled water that runners will have to grab themselves.
Awards (overall and age-group) will be given out as they fill durning the race.
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 9:30 AM

Shamrock 5K Race
2023-03-18 08:00 - 10:00 | 1507 Porter Street, Frederick, Md 21702, 1507 Porter Street, Frederick, 21702, United States

Forest of Needwood 5 Miler
2023-03-11 13:00 - 14:30 | St. Mary’s Church, 4231 Catholic Church Road, Petersville, MD, United States
***FSRC Grand Prix Event #3***
This race is run through a historic property known as the Forest of Needwood in Petersville, just north of Brunswick, MD. The course is a scenic and rolling 5 mile loop.
The race honors the memory of Jennifer Shafer Odom, a true American hero. She gave her life in the service of our country while serving in the United States Army, in 1999. She was a Brunswick High School and West Point graduate. This race supports a scholarship fund in her honor.
Profit from the race supports our scholarship fund that has helped over 100 students with college expenses over the years, as we have given out over $12,000 to support them over the years.
Sponsored by BARC and Express Run Club.
Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Petersville/37THANNUALFORESTOFNEEDWOOD

Dark Side 8 Hour Ultra Trail Race
2023-03-11 08:00 - 16:00 | Little Bennett Campground, 23705 Frederick Rd, Clarksburg, MD, 20871, United States
As spring is officially just around the corner, the annual Dark Side 8 Hour Ultra is a timed event to get you back out on the trails in search of warmer weather. This eight-hour event explores the beautiful and gentle trails of Little Bennett Park in Montgomery County MD. The 6ish mile loop starts at the Little Bennett campground and will be primarily run on single track trails. Run 1 lap or many! The park is a local trail running favorite and we are genuinely excited to share it with you.

RRCA 10 Mile Challenge
2023-02-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Howard Community College, 10600 Hickory Ridge Rd, Columbia, MD
**Grand Prix #2**
The RRCA Club Challenge is an annual race between all RRCA running clubs in Maryland and Washington DC. See the link for more details.

Breakfast Run
2023-02-11 08:00 - 11:00
Hosted by Justine Springer. There will be three route options (3, 6, 9 miles). RSVP at breakfastruns@sandbox.steeplechasers.org to get directions and to communicate what food/drink item you will be bringing.

Breakfast Run
2023-02-04 08:00 - 11:00
Hosted by Johanna Homon. There will be three route options (3, 6, 9 miles). RSVP at breakfastruns@sandbox.steeplechasers.org to get directions and to communicate what food/drink item you will be bringing.

FSRC Annual Running Celebration and Banquet
2023-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 | The Arc of Frederick County, 555 South Market Street, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
2023 FSRC members and their guest(s) are cordially invited to attend this year’s Annual Running Celebration and Banquet! This year the Banquet will be held at a new location: The Arc of Frederick County 555 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701. This is an opportunity for you to meet up with members of the FSRC running community, enjoy dinner and drinks, and participate in our annual awards program.
We will again be doing BYOB. If you desire, please bring your own beer, wine or other alcoholic beverage to enjoy. Water, iced tea, and coffee will be provided.
Space is limited to 200 attendees.
Cost:

Members: $20.00
Non-members: $25.00

Registration Instructions:

Renew your club membership for 2023 if you have not already done so. Renewing from the email reminder is easiest, but you may also visit the following link: https://sandbox.steeplechasers.org/membership/join/
Register for the banquet at https://runsignup.com/fsrcbanquet
Register yourself for the banquet by clicking on “SIGN UP”, and providing all requested information. NOTE: E-mail is required but address, birthdate, phone number, etc., are not
Purchase additional tickets for family members/guests by clicking “ADD ANOTHER REGISTRANT”
Complete registration and payment

Breakfast Run
2023-01-28 08:00 - 11:00
Hosted by Matthew Fox. RSVP at breakfastruns@sandbox.steeplechasers.org to get directions and to communicate what food/drink item you will be bringing.

Breakfast Run
2023-01-21 08:00 - 11:00
Hosted by Caren Clark. RSVP at breakfastruns@sandbox.steeplechasers.org to get directions and to communicate what food/drink item you will be bringing.

Lewis Memorial 10-Miler
2023-01-14 08:30 | Mount. St. Mary’s Palmeiri Activities Center (PAC), 16300 Old Emmitsburg Rd, Emmitsburg, MD, 21717, United States
** FSRC Grand Prix Event **
NEW COURSE! SAME FUN TIME!!Note that the location of the race has been moved to the Palmieri Activities Center (PAC) on the Mount St. Mary’s campus.
This is a prediction race, so participants may not wear watches. Leave ’em in your car, your gym bag, or at home. The winner is the runner who runs closest to their predicted time. Note: FSRC Grand Prix results will be based on actual finish time.
Where: 16300 Old Emmitsburg Rd. (PAC Building) near Emmitsburg, Md.
Why: Because you love the challenge of running wicked hills in freezing weather.
Who: FSRC members. If you’re not a current member, it’s only $20 to join the club. Still a great deal for a 10-mile race, even if you don’t take advantage of the many other benefits of club membership. If you are a current member, you may need to renew if your membership is due to expire before race day. If you need to renew or join the club, please go to https://runsignup.com/fsrc to join or https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668 to renew, then come back here to register for the race. If you have questions about your membership, please send email to membership@sandbox.steeplechasers.org.
How much: Free for Steeplechaser members
Registration: Please register online before showing up on race morning, or plan on registering from your phone at the race venue. We will not be doing in-person registration.
What else: The Lewis Run is the early season race that we love to hate. Prizes go to the closest predicted time and front runners receive our admiration and a hearty slap on the back. The course is mostly paved but REALLY HILLY! There is about a one mile section of unpaved road. In order to do awards in a timely fashion and get the volunteers off the roads, there is a 2:30 time limit for this event. That equates to a fairly generous 15 min/mile, but it’s not an event for walkers.
Breakfast: Bring a food item to share.
Directions: From Rt. 15 North, turn left onto the Mount St. Mary’s University campus. Follow parking attendants’ directions. That’s it!
Weather: It’s a winter race therefore the weather could be an issue. Any announcements about possible cancellations due to weather will be made on the Frederick Steeplechasers Facebook Group. Registered runners will be notified by email.
Parking: Once you reach the campus, attendants will provide directions to where you should park.
Volunteer: This was never intended to be a big event. It’s an especially challenging 10-mile route with minimal support. But volunteers are much needed as course marshals to help keep runners safe on the hilly 10-mile route, so if you want to avoid the painful hills but still want to participate, VOLUNTEER! Sign up to volunteer at: runsignup.com/fsrclewisrun/volunteer

Breakfast Run
2023-01-07 08:00 - 11:00
Hosted by Caree Lawrence Vander Linden. RSVP at breakfastruns@sandbox.steeplechasers.org to get directions and to communicate what food/drink item you will be bringing.

Frederick 5K Turkey Trot
2022-11-24 07:00 - 10:30 | Baker Park, 121 N. Bentz St, Frederick, MD
Way Station’s Turkey Trot has become an annual Thanksgiving morning tradition in beautiful, historic downtown Frederick, MD. For 17 years, Way Station has been hosting this event, bringing family, friends, and local businesses together for a morning of fun, fellowship, and exercise. It’s a great start to your Thanksgiving Day and the holiday season. Your participation in and support of this event benefits individuals in your own community who are living with long term mental illness. Way Station staff provide person-centered services and support as they work towards achieving personal goals of living, working, and enjoying the communities in which they live.
Way Station, a program of the Sheppard Pratt Health System, has been an active member of the Frederick community for over 35 years, supporting children, adolescents and adults with serious mental illness with their daily living, housing and employment goals.

JFK 50 - Mile 19 Aid Station
2022-11-19 08:00 - 12:00 | Lock 34, C&O Canal, Lock 34 C&O Canal, Knoxville, MD, United States
Come out and cheer on the runners at the FSRC JFK Mile 19 Aid station! Our aid station has taken first-place honors a few times, and we’re looking forward to getting back out there in 2022!
Our aid station is located at Lock 34 on the C&O canal.
To get there, take U.S. 340 to the traffic light just before you cross the river and make a left onto Valley/Keep Tryst Rd. Follow Keep Tryst Rd. to a right onto Sandy Hook Rd. Follow under 340 and past the RR tunnel and past the trail entrance to Maryland Heights until you reach Hoffmaster Rd. on the right. Once past Hoffmaster Rd. there is a little parking area on the left. That’s where we meet.

However: The few parking spaces above the aid station are reserved and the parking lot at Maryland Heights is permanently closed. It’s about a mile walk from the Harpers Ferry Station Lot (fee) using the footbridge and the towpath.
We have permission from the owner of Blue Mountain Retreat Center to use their parking area on Hoffmaster Road. She asks that we use the larger area on the left of driveway and park closely together. Address is: 1032 Hoffmaster Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758 https://goo.gl/maps/AXAQD8mMBPe1A2Kn8
Finally, you could try parking in the Fort Duncan Parking area: https://goo.gl/maps/cV1ZtjqDebViWfvD9
If you use either of those two options be VERY careful walking on the road. There is no shoulder. Carpooling is encouraged

No need to sign up as a volunteer – just show up!

Stone Mill 50 Mile Run
2022-11-12 06:00 - 19:30 | Stedwick Elementary School, 10631 Stedwick Road, Montgomery Village, MD, 20886, United States
FSRC Grand Prix
This race is run on the Seneca Greenway and Muddy Branch trails.

FSRC Fall Membership Meeting
2022-11-08 18:00 - 20:00
Please join us for this year’s Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club’s Annual General Meeting. This night promises to showcase & recognize our club volunteers and highlight key information members should know regarding our club’s operations. There will also be time to socialize with your fellow runners.
Open to members and up to 2 nonmember guests. If you’re not a member, you can join at https://sandbox.steeplechasers.org/membership/join/
For more information and to register, please go to https://runsignup.com/FSRCFallMembershipMeeting

Friends 10K / 5K, and Fun Run-Walk
2022-11-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Cunningham Falls State Park William Houck Area, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont, MD, 21788, United States
At the lake in Cunningham Falls State Park, William Houck Drive, Thurmont, MD 21788
5K: Paved, rolling course among the fall colors in Cunningham Falls State Park. Includes “The Hill”.
10K: Challenging double-loop of the paved 5K course. Among the fall colors and crisp air in Cunningham Falls State Park.
The Fun Run / Walk is an untimed 1.4-mile family-friendly stroll on the pavement in Cunningham Falls Park.
Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Thurmont/Friends10K5K
Proceeds benefit the non-profit Friends of Cunningham Falls and Gambrill State Parks. www.cunninghamgambrill.org

14th Annual Headless Horseman 5K Run/Walk & 1K Fun Run
2022-10-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Frederick High School, 650 Carroll Parkway, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Welcome to the 14th Annual Headless Horseman 5K and 1K Fun Run and Walk! The Headless Horseman is a great race for all ages and abilities. The course has been certified and is a fast, flat course around Frederick High School and Baker Park. We encourage our runners to wear costumes and join us for this fun and excting day. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes!
Sponsored by the Frederick High School Country Teams, the event raises money for the program and the scholarships awarded each year.
Thank you for your support!
Event details and schedule
*Check-In starts: 10:00am
*1K Fun Run Start: 11:30am
*5K Start: 12:00pm
*Check-In at Frederick High School
*Start and finish at the Frederick High School Track
