A Bit of Background
In August, 1978, a small group of 19 people led by Jim Tarka, John Bobalik, and Chuck Strehlow held the first meeting of the Calumet Region Track Club.
That modest gathering was the beginning of the 200+ member running club now called the
Calumet Region Striders or CRS.
Into the Present
The Calumet Region Striders is a group of people joined together by a common interest in running.
All of us are dedicated to the promotion of every aspect of road racing and fun running. We are running for
health, fitness, camaraderie and the pure enjoyment of our sport.
We realize that each individual runs for his own personal reasons: for some, it is hard work, training,
discipline and dedication - a way of life. For others, it is simply a form of recreation.
No matter why YOU run, we think you will enjoy being part of this club.
The club is made up of every level of runner, ranging from those who have just discover the joys of the
roads to experienced runners who have been with the sport for years and have gained many running accomplishment.
You will be welcomed by everyone. Bring your listening ears when you come to a meeting.
Runners love to tell stories about how great they are!
We usually meet once a month on the second Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Our meetings usually alternate between locations
in Porter County and Lake County Indiana.
Dues and Benefits
Our dues are $15 a year and our year runs from January 1 to December 31. For your money, you receive a
monthly copy of one of the finest newsletters around, the INSTEP, which publishes a calendar of
future running events, as well as personal experiences and other running "news" written by your
fellow Striders. You will also have membership in the Road Runners Club of America and receive its
publication. You will receive a monetary discount in the Gold Cup Series as well as Gold Cup Race
applications in the newsletter, the INSTEP. As a Calumet Region Strider, you will be a member of a
group of people who work at their running while enjoying it, as well as each other. You will find joy,
friendship and enlightenment as a Calumet Region Strider. Come be one of us!
Annual Fun Stuff
Gold Cup Awards Banquet, Strider Survivor Party (usually the August meeting), Christmas Party,
post-race breakfasts and brunches, fun runs (great during the winter months
when you feel like you're the only one out there running), more eating, and lots of other spontaneous good times
that just pop up whenever.
And some Serious Happenings, Too
2005 will be the 26th year the CRS has sponsored the GOLD CUP SERIES (requires a separate $21 fee per participant).
The CRS has become one of the most prestigious race circuits in the area. We are very proud of our
club's involvement with this continuously successful series aptly named the GOLD CUP. You will be, too.
The Gold Cup Series consists of 24-28 officially designated road races. A person may run in all of
the races if desired. However, only a person's best ten finishes will count in the
overall scoring. Each participant who finishes ten races or more is guaranteed an award.
For more information, contact the Gold Cup Chairman or any officer.
We Striders have also manned a water/aid station along the
Chicago Marathon route for the past several years. We are involved!
Dress The Part
We have an official uniform, which displays our Strider logo.
The colors are an attractive blue and white. The quick drying functional nylon shorts and singlet are
available to all current club members. You may order your uniform on the membership application or at a
later date if you wish. Lookin' good!
We are proud of our club and of what the name Calumet Region Striders means in local running circles.
We want you to be a part of that pride and accomplishment also. Please fill out the membership application
and help us continue to be a great running club.
"See ya at the Races!"
"Keep on Running!"
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