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Founded on Christmas day in 1897 by Hamilton Herald Newspaper and cigar store owner “Billy” Carroll, the “Around the Bay” race is the oldest long distance road race in North America, predating the Boston Marathon by 3 years. The “ATB” (Around the Bay) is not a marathon, but was used to test the abilities of Canada’s finest long distance runners and boasts a tremendous history of athletic prowess. In the early 1900’s, Jack Caffery stunned Americans by following his ATB victory with a victory at the Boston Marathon, making him the first Canadian to win the prestigious race. Much to...

            Anyone that has taken up running knows that the hardest part is getting out the front door. Whether you have started on a new journey or looking for motivation and momentum to keep going, check out the YQG Run Groups! From Monday to Sunday, groups meet throughout the city and county giving the opportunity to find accountability and motivation through it the week. For more information on when and where groups meet, find them on Facebook and Instagram: Blue Heron BlazersSandwich Beer RunnersweULTRAAmherstburg Running ClubShores of Erie Run Club (SERC)Social Running Group (SRG)519 Runners and WalkersDub City RunnersWarm Up...

The Running Factory is proud to announce the 2015 Spring Thaw 5k! This fast, flat, and accurate course is a great way to kick off the road racing season with a P.B. The Spring Thaw is a family event that features a 5km run / walk, Kid’s kilometer, and 200 meter Kid’s Dash. Every participant will receive a race-day t-shirt and finisher medal. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 Male and Female overall finishers and first place finisher of each age group. Promote fitness and fun by joining the RF to thaw out of winter and spring into...