If you’re even thinking about running a Marathon or Half Marathon in the fall or spring, even if it’s a maybe (“if the stars align, and I don’t get hurt”), the time to plan – and start training – is NOW. Contact Bob (rothenbergab@gmail.com) and/or Jon (jbarnes227@gmail.com) for a frank discussion of 20-week training programs and what’s right/wrong for you.
Whether you are new to trail running or you’ve been living in the woods for some time now, we are happy you are interested! Trail running is a great way to experience nature, explore New England, and most importantly, enjoy food with friends at buffet-style aid stations.
Our main methods of communication are through Facebook and email. If you have Facebook, please feel free to request to join Trail Runners of New England. We use this group mainly to post information about upcoming trail races, but members can also make plans to run together. We do not currently have scheduled group runs. We encourage members to comment on trail races that they have run in the past and/or to make plans to carpool or sign up to run as an RMHP team. We will also have a listserv to email information about trail races and trail running tips. If you would like to be added to the listserv, please contact Bill or Christine.
Hope to see you on the trails!
Bill & Christine
Anyone considering any of the 5 series races put on by our friends at Rhode Races and Events can get a 15% discount on entry fees by entering promotional code RMH in the appropriate registration window.
This discount applies to their marathons, half marathons, and 5ks in Providence, Newport, Jamestown, Narragansett, and Bristol. Visit their website.
The Ronald McDonald House of Providence is actively seeking volunteers to help in the House and also at the hospital in the Family Room. If interested, applications are available online. Questions? Call or email Mary Figueroa – Assistant House Manager & Volunteer Coordinator, 401-274-4447.
HOUSE VOLUNTEER
- Checking families in and out of the House
- Answering telephones
- Processing referrals from hospital social services
- Assisting with household chores/maintenance
- Being available to families to answer questions or just listen
FAMILY ROOM VOLUNTEER
- Greet and register guests
- Answer telephones
- Tidy the Family Room
- Stock supplies
- Coordinate beverages and snacks for guest
- Track guest usage
- Be available to families to answer questions or just listen
MEAL PREP VOLUNTEERS
(This is separate from the Second Friday of the Month.)
- Provide an evening meal(serve 32) on a day of your choice, based on our meal
schedule
- Meal must be prepared at the house (kitchen is fully equipped and can accommodate up to 10 people)
- Menu is flexible: casserole, soup, stews, etc.
GROUP VOLUNTEERS
- Group volunteers help with big projects at the House, such as spring cleaning rooms or outside clean-up projects.
- Projects are for 10 people or under – most weekdays.
The founder and CFO of Rhode Races and Events has is offering all Ronald McDonald Running Club members a 15% discount off the race the entry fees for the Hangover Classic, FoodTruck 5/10k and all 5 “Rhode Races” (Newport, Providence, Bristol, Jamestown and Narragansett). The discount code is RMH, and you can share this with others.
This is an excellent opportunity to participate in some amazing local races, many of which are part of our 2018 Club Challenge series. And as always, remember to wear your club shirt. If you don’t have one yet, you can order one here.