Hey Striders! How are you enjoying these wintery runs? They’re often easier with friends! Join us for a group run on Wednesday at 6pm or Sunday at 9:30am.

Thank you to those who have signed up for your 2026 Membership — we really appreciate your support. Thank you so much for your commitment to our local run club. We couldn’t do it without you.

And if you haven’t yet signed up for your 2026 membership, you can do so here!

Auld Lang Stride with us this New Year’s!

Tonight’s regular group run has been cancelled since we’ll be ringing in 2026 with two other events for New Year’s!

1. New Years Eve – Ignition Eatery presents Start the “New Year” off on the right foot with a 5km run or walk, snacks and a champagne toast! $15 per person starting at Ignition Eatery at 11:30 p.m. 
2. The Resolution Run — meet at the Bushplane museum for 10am for a Jan 1 run in daylight! It will be a 5K route along the waterfront.

And if you haven’t renewed the our membership yet for 2026, here’s the link! Sign up today, so you don’t miss a beat! It’s still the best deal in town.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K or you’re a seasoned ultramarathoner, your best miles are ahead of you. The 2026 Striders Membership is officially open, offering you a community that keeps you moving and perks that pay for themselves.

At less than $20 for the entire year, it’s the best investment you’ll make in your fitness.

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Why Join the Striders?

1. A Community That Moves You

Forget the solo grind. Join our weekly group runs and discover the camaraderie, motivation, and lifelong friendships that only a running club can provide.

2. Exclusive Event Access

Members enjoy access to club-run events year round. Stay competitive and stay active!

3. Local Perks That Add Up

Your membership is also the ticket to savings across town. We’ve partnered with the best local shops to keep you fueled and geared up for less:

Partner	Your Member Discount
Algoma Bicycle Co.	10% OFF clothing, accessories, and nutrition
The Shoe Fits	10% OFF running shoes and accessories
Vélorution Bike & Ski	10% OFF accessories and nutrition
Ignition Eatery	5% OFF your meal

and more!

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Ready to hit the pavement snowy sidewalk?

Don’t leave your motivation on the table. Secure your spot in the Striders community and start enjoying your perks today.

The holidays are just around the corner — and the Striders (and friends!) have a stacked lineup to keep you running … so the holidays don’t run you!

1. Registration closes for the Boxing Day run (Dec. 26) at noon on Friday, Dec. 19 so that we can submit attendance numbers to the Water Tower Inn. We won’t be able to offer walk-in registration for breakfast this year, so if you want to fill your belly with a delicious breakfast buffet, register right now! Your ticket also includes access to the pool area, so come join us for the 5K or 2K loop, eat your fill, and recharge in the pool, hot tub, or sauna! Run starts at 9. Come a few minutes early to check in, get your breakfast ticket and have a coffee before we head out. [Register here]
2. Winter Solstice Run: Join us Sunday, December 21 at 5pm at Bellevue Park! We’ll meet in the parking lot, and loop through the neighbourhood to see the lights, and catch up on our holiday plans. We’ll bring the hot chocolate for a tailgate gathering when we finish our 5K route. Headlamps recommended!
3. New Years Eve – Ignition Eatery presents Start the “New Year” off on the right foot with a 5km run or walk, snacks and a champagne toast! $15 per person starting at Ignition Eatery at 11:30 p.m. [Sign up here]
4. Resolution Run – In bed before the ball drops? We got you. Join us for the Resolution Run at 10am on Jan 1. We’ll start from the Bushplane for a 5k!
5. That’s not it–We’ll still be carrying through on the same weekly runs on Sundays and Wednesdays!

Hey Striders! Here’s our December group run schedule. We’re still nailing down details for the Solstice run on Dec 21, and the Boxing Day Run is open for registration until Dec. 19!

And Hills are back! Starting on Sunday, Dec. 14, we’ll be meeting at the top of Goulais Hill @ 9:30am.

Dress warm! Old Man Winter is here!

Unlike previous years, we will not be able to offer walk in registration.

Register by Dec 19 at noon to ensure your ticket!

There’s lots going on this weekend, Striders!

Friday:

We’ve put Fort Creek Fridays on ice for the season. We’ll revisit this one in the spring!

Saturday:

It’s Bellevue Parkrun’s 250th! See you Saturday at 9am.

It’s also the Big Santa Run in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters Sault Ste. Marie!

Sunday:

Join us for the ARCH Hospice Cocoa 5k and Marshmallow Mile!

The Sault Striders will be at each of these events, so come out and support our community with a run!

For more info on each of these events, including start times, visit their websites.

The group run schedule will be adjusted once the snow comes, but for now, we’re continuing as is! Please note that with the time change, it is dark for the 6pm runs now. Don’t forget your reflective gear and a headlamp!

Come join us for an approximately 13km trail run to the cliffs and King Mountain! Expect rocks, mud, leaves, climbs and views!

Anyone who donates to the Conservancy will be eligible for a draw prize!

Here’s your weekly group run schedule for the month!

Join us for a 15km hilly rocky trail run with rewarding lookouts at Robertson Cliffs and King Mountain. Meet at the cliffs parking lot for 9 and bring water and snacks!