Posts by Brian Hunt
Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) COVID-19 Statement and Update (March 14, 2020)
Dear Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) Members and Running Community Friends, As an organization, we are in unprecedented times. The coronavirus (COVID-19) was determined to be a pandemic by the World Health Organization and both federal and state governments have declared a state of emergency. Although last week’s Executive Order mandate was for cancellation of events…
Read MoreRegistration for the 2020 Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program is OPEN!
Thinking about training for your first half or full marathon and looking for a comprehensive training program in a fun and supportive environment? Completed one or more half and/or full marathons and looking for that next dimension in your training? Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) is pleased to offer an out of this world training program…
Read MoreRegistration is OPEN for the 2019 Summer Safari Half and Full Marathon Training Program
Registration is OPEN for the 2019 Summer Safari Half and Full MarathonTraining Program. Summer Safari is presented by Gazelle Sports and Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) and has been designed for runners of all experience levels – whether you are looking to complete your first half or full marathon or looking to set a personal record! The…
Read MoreRegistration is OPEN for the Summer Session of the 2019 Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program in Kalamazoo
As Summer approaches, are you seeking to run your first 5k, step up to the next 5k or 10k level, begin a speed work program or optimize your 5k or 10k performance? Registration is now OPEN for the 2019 Kalamazoo Area Runners Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program in Kalamazoo!!! Program Information Fast…
Read MoreRegistration for the 2019 Kalamazoo Klassic 5k and 10k and Kids’ Klassic is now OPEN!
We are pleased to announce registration for the 2019 Kalamazoo Klassic, Kids’ Klassic & Maple Hill Climb Challenge is now OPEN! The 41st annual event, presented in partnership by Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) and MRC Industries, Inc., will be held June 14th and 15th, 2019. Click here for more information and registration 5k Run Selected as…
Read MoreREGISTRATION IS OPEN for the St. Paddy’s Day Member Reception 5k Fun Run!
St. Paddy’s Day Member Reception 5k Fun Run Presented by Kalamazoo Area Runners March 12, 2019 6:00 pm at Portage Public Library 300 Library Ln., Portage, MI 49002 (Check-in and Late Registration 5:30 – 6:00 pm) Cost: Free of Charge Attention prospective members, new members and long-time members: Join us for an evening of St. Paddy’s Day…
Read MoreRundown Special Edition – Our Vision and Strategic Map
Dear Kalamazoo Area Runners Members and Friends, Over the last three months the Kalamazoo Area Runners Executive Board has been working hard behind the scenes to define our future as an organization. In August, we completed the strategic planning process and the purpose of this communication is to share the outcomes, as well as how…
Read MoreRegister for the 2019 Winter Blast Half Marathon/ 10k/ 5k!
Winter Blast Half Marathon/ 10k/ 5k Run Presented by Kalamazoo Area Runners And the City of Portage Benefiting Susan G. Komen Foundation February 24, 2019 @ 8:00 am Loy Norrix High School 606 E. Kilgore Rd.…
Read MoreNew Locations for 2018! Registration is OPEN for the FREE Run Around Gull Lake!
2018 Kalamazoo Area Runners Run Around Gull Lake Saturday, November 3rd (Kellogg Biological Station) Saturday December 1st (Yorkville Church) NEW LOCATIONS!!! Join us for an annual Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) tradition at brand new starting locations on Saturday November 3rd and Saturday, December 1st! The FREE 11.5 mile Run Around Gull Lake begins at 8:00am…
Read More2019 Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program – Drop-in Guests Welcome!
***Registration is now closed for the 2019 Beyond Half and Full Marathon Training Program, however, drop-in guests are welcome for $5 KAR members/$10 non-member friends (your first run is free!). Sign-in is required upon arrival. For more information, visit www.karbeyond.wordpress.com *** There is no time like snow time! Thinking about training for your first half or…
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