South Davis Road Runners FAQ
What is the South Davis Road Runners?
The South Davis Road Runners is a volunteer driven adult running group located in the Davis County, Utah area. Triathletes and local adult community members are welcome to participate. Come enjoy the camaraderie of a group run; all fitness levels are invited to participate. Routes are provided; most runs are between 3 – 8 miles and can easily be shortened or lengthened as needed. Members enjoy sponsor discounts, socials and education clinics.
How do I join?
It’s simple, you fill out an on-line application on active.com (Click here to join). The application processing fee is non-refundable and membership is good from the application date until the end of the year (ie. Dec. 1, 2010 – Dec. 31, 2011). If you pay in July 2011 it will be good until Dec. 31 of 2011. The fees are not prorated. New membership forms will need to be filled out each year to remain active on the sponsor lists for discounts. Once an application is received, you will get an email with group “insider updates“. If you don’t get an e-mail within a week of sending your application, please call Lora at 801-608-5516.
What do I get for my money?
Free monthly clinics/mingles, sponsor discounts, group activities, and to be a part of something fun and social. We also offer challenges to group members. You also get a free subscription to the insider e-news that comes by email periodically with group news, coaching advice, nutrition tips, local runner highlights, race news etc. Lora “Blonde Runner” is happy to answer your running questions at group runs – she loves to help.
What is the yearly fee used for?
The money helps to cover the costs of promotional material, website fees, refreshments, annual race supplies and costs for the annual race events (Save Your Skin 10K in September, and Race for Infant & Pregnancy Loss in June), door prizes for socials, logo digitizing and art fees for shirts and hats, health promotion efforts, and office supplies (paper, ink for applications, posters, fliers and promotional material). It costs more than you think to run a quality group like this.
I have heard there is a Racing Team – is this true?
Yes, the South Davis Road Runners group has a racing team. If you or someone you know is interested you can learn more here: South Davis Road Runners Racing Team 2011
Who are the group sponsors/partners?
Detailed sponsor benefits will be given to all registered members through the “insider e-news“. Many (not all – just the top contributors) group sponsors logo links are listed on the group website at http://www.sdroadrunners.com
How can I become a partner or sponsor?
We are also looking for sponsors who can donate prizes for the mingles and challenges. Monetary or product donates appreciated. There are several different sponsorship levels that can provide you with optimum advertising and exposure for your business. Depending on your contributions sponsors benefits can include: word-of-mouth advertising, media marketing material distribution for your company, 215 -300 px wide x 100 pix tall ad on blonderunner.com, partner logo link, blog spotlight write-up, company logo on race shirts, newsletter highlights, community class for your company and more. To become a partner or sponsor, please contact Lora Erickson at 801-608-5516 or lora@blonderunner.com.
How can I support the group?
There are many other great ways to support the group; come and run with us every Saturday morning, tell a friend, pass out fliers, run in the annual race, and place posters. Dedicated committee members are appreciated. We are also looking for sponsors who can donate challenge and mingle prizes – monetary or product donates appreciated.
Where can I get one of those cool green road runner window stickers for my vehicle?
You can order one when you apply or contact Lora to pick up one.
Does the group have gear?
Yes, we do. We have long and short sleeve, drywick shirts available. We also have SDRR hats available. You are welcome to order one on the application. They are available while supplies last and are for pick-up only (no mail out). Pick them up at one of our group runs or clinics or call Lora to arrange a time for pick up. Other discounted running products are available.
Where do the group runs take place and how frequently?
All group runs occur in the Davis County area. We run all year long and generally meet on Saturday mornings at various locations. Some weekday runs are also held.
Where can I get an application?
Applications are available on-line only through active.com. Click on the logo link below to apply.
A list of other common running questions like…”How do I get rid of a side cramp while running?” are listed here: http://blonderunner.com/about/faq/
Who can I contact if I have other questions?
Coach Lora Erickson at 801-608-5516 or lora@blonderunner.com.
