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Board approves investment in systems upgrades

The FWRC board unanimously approved an investment to upgrade the club website and the points series tracking software during its May 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors. These upgrades will support the FWRCs mission of promoting the activity of running and public education on its benefits. The FWRC board recognizes the importance of outreach via our web and social media platforms and the need for improved flexibility in our points series competition. We are targeting implementation of these upgrades by the start of 2026.

Tread the Trails 2025 season kicks off on April 29, 2025

Join the Fort Wayne Running Club, Fort Wayne Trails, City of Fort Wayne and City of New Haven for another year of exploring the local trails. The guided 5k or 1 mile run/walk is tailored to all levels, from beginner to experienced runner. Participation is free. See the full 2025 schedule at: https://fwtrails.org/events/treadthetrails/

Monument Classic 10K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who came out to Selman Timberframe in Angola last weekend for Monument City Classic 10k! A Fun hilly course and the 2022 RRCA Indiana 10K championship! Join us July 9th for 27th Annual Runners on Parade 5k presented by Fort Wayne Orthopedics in Downtown Fort Wayne!

JP Jones 10K/3.3K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who came out to Foster Park last weekend for J.P. Jones Just Plain 10k, 3.3k Run/Walk! A nice cool morning and a great time with family and friends! Over 60 Shirts we're donated to Rescue Mission, Shepherds House, and Salvation Army! Thank you Chadwick Ware Distributing for supporting the breakfast picnic Thanks to the Family of J.P. Jones for providing Honey Bears for all participants Join us for our next Points Race: Monument City Classic 10k on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 at Angola's premier park

Vineyard Trail 5K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who came out to Country Heritage Winery last weekend for 2022 Vineyard 5K! The rain didn't dampen our spirits along a beautiful vineyard trail! Join us for our next Points Race: 41st Annual FWRC J.P. Jones Just Plain 10k Run/Walk and 3.3k Run/Walk on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the Foster Park Pavillion #2.

8th Annual Race for the Warrior

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who came out to Fort Wayne International Airport last weekend for the 8th Annual Race for the Warrior! We're glad to celebrate all mothers and salute women in the military.

Vineyard Trail 5K

Join us for our next Points Race: The Vineyard Trail 5K on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Country Heritage Winery.

Campus United 5K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who came out on a wonderful spring day to Purdue Fort Wayne Campus last weekend for The Campus United 5K! The students at Purdue University Fort Wayne and Indiana University Fort Wayne held a wonderful Race!

8th Annual Race for the Warrior

Join us for our next Points Race: The 8th Annual Race for the Warrior on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Fort Wayne International Airport.

42nd Nutri-Run 20k/5 mile Run

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who braved the elements and came out to The Chapel last weekend for The Nutri-Run! The early spring race never disappoints with unpredictable weather! Did you get your asparagus?! Thank you Fleet Feet Fort Wayne, The Chapel, Indiana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics & Milford Food Bank for the gift cards, prizes and support!

36th Annual Fanny Freezer 5K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who braved the cold and came out to Shoaff Park last weekend for Fanny Freezer! A 23° day with 14mph Winds! Did your Fanny Freeze?! Thank you Three Rivers Running Company & Milford Food Bank for the gift cards and prizes! Join us for our next Points Race: Nutri- Run on March 26th, 2022 at The Chaple at 2505 W Hamilton Rd S, Fort Wayne.

Submit your 2022 Running Event!

If you are still directing an area or regional running event or race we would love to hear from you! Runners in Fort Wayne use the Fort Wayne Running Club website as the defacto standard for finding running events in the Northeast Indiana region. Please feel free to fill out our online submission form and we will happily add it to our running calendar! https://www.fortwaynerunningclub.org/calendar/submit-event If you need help doing outreach and getting the word out about your event send us an email or fill out our online form and we would be happy to share with you the options we have available! Have a great new year!

The 2021 points have been finalized:

https://www.fortwaynerunningclub.org/join-members/points-races/2021-points-standings If you have any questions email: points@fwtc.org Thanks to all of you who participated in the 2021 Points Series! The 2022 Points Series races will be revealed at the banquet

Gingerbread Pursuit 4 Mile Run!

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who made it out to Promenade Park last weekend for the Gingerbread Pursuit 4 Mile Run! It was a cool, windy but festive day! Hopefully you caught your gingerbread man! That concludes our Points Race Series for 2021! Well see you next year at the 36th Annual Fanny Freezer 5k!

Points Race Credit Reminder

A reminder regarding points. In order for your points to be calculated you must register for points races spelling your name the same way it is spelled for your membership. If FWRC member James Andrews registers as Jim Andrews for a points race he will not be picked up by the points software so will not get credit for that race. He can be manually added if we are made aware of the miss. Points have been updated through the Turkey Trot with the exception of volunteer points which will be added shortly. If you believe there is an error in your points please email me at: points@fwtc.org Thanks Mike Clendenen

RRCA Welcomes Three Runner Friendly Communities

RRCA Welcomes Three Runner Friendly Communities RRCA News / By knaackj These communities have the right stuff of community infrastructure and support, plus local government involvement for designation Arlington, VA The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is pleased welcome the newly designated designated Runner Friendly Communities® for fall 2021: Arlington, Virginia Fort Wayne, Indiana Winston-Salem, North Caroline https://www.rrca.org/rrca-welcomes-three-runner-friendly-communities/

27th Annual Fox Island Turkey Trot 5K

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who made it out to Fox Island last weekend for the 27th Annual Fox Island Turkey Trot 5K ! We are especially grateful for all of our volunteers making this race possible and Fleet Feet Fort Wayne for sponsoring the event. Join us for our next Points Race: Gingerbread Pursuit on December 11 at Promenade Park Pavilion.

21st Annual River City Rat Race photos and Results are up!

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who made it out to The Historic Old Fort on the River Greenway last weekend for 21st Annual River City Rat Race! It was a beautiful autumn race that supports the YMCA. Join us for our next Points Race: Battle Rattle 5k Run/Walk on Sat October 30, 2021 through the country roads of Lake Township.

15th Annual Run for Riley Results and Photos are Up!

Thank you to all the runners and volunteers who made it out to Maple Creek Middle School last weekend for 15th Annual Run for Riley 5 Mile & 5k Fitness Walk presented by ProFed ! Thanks to all of the sponsors that made today possible! ProFed Credit Union, Steel Dynamics, New Haven Pet Hospital, Bushey's Windows & Doors, Cirrus ABS, IU Health, Fort Wayne CW, Anytime Fitness Georgetown, Fleet Feet Fort Wayne, Casas, Christian Souers, Magic 95-Today's Best Music, Sud'n Impact Gym, Leepoxy, Meijer, Fresh Thyme Market Join us for our next Points Race: 21st Annual River City Rat Race on Sun October 17 at Historic Old Fort on the River Greenway.

Parlor City Trot race results and photos are up!

Thank you to all the runners and volunteer who made it out to Bluffton and Ouabache State Park last weekend for Parlor City Trot! It was a cool 64 degree day that was a welcome break from the hot and humid weather. We had a lot of great times this past weekend. Did anyone hit any goals or milestones this past Saturday? Join us for our next Points Race: 15th Annual Run for Riley 5 Mile & 5k Fitness Walk on October 10th at Maple Creek Middle School.

Fort4Fitness Kids Marathon Volunteer Opportunity

The Fort Wayne Running Club is partnering with Fort4Fitness this year to support the Kids Marathon final mile. Bring your energy and enthusiasm as we encourage kids to enjoy our favorite sport. We need at least 3 dozen to put on a successful event. Click the "Volunteer" button (not the "Sign Up") at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/Fort4FitnessKidsMarathon. 25 volunteer points per shift (take 2 if you can), plus free T-shirt and meal voucher.