Running Buddy Needed
Sarah Peters is a 37 year old Special Olympic Track athlete who is looking for a Running Buddy to train/run with in the / around the downtown Hanover area. Sarah will represent New Hampshire at the National Special Olympic Games in Minneapolis in June 2026.
An ideal schedule would be 2-3 times / week for 45 minutes- hour or so. During this time the hope would be for 1- 2 of these sessions to be a long distance run outside, (2-4 miles, weather and sidewalk surfaces permitting) OR inside, (at the Dartmouth Gym where she has a membership). If possible the other day/s could serve as indoor interval trainings, (and could be shorter sessions). Any experience with running/ running track is welcome.
Although Sarah lives in Hanover she needs help navigating a longer running loop and/ or inside running distance-tracking. She currently works out at the Dartmouth Gym in between her job at 53 Commons Cafeteria and her other Special Olympic team practices.
Her weekday schedule after 1:30 is flexible and she is available on the weekends as well.
If you or someone you know is interested / available please email or call / text me, (her mom) at
pasp59@gmail.com or 603-504-8638.
UVRC Registration – Have you renewed for 2026 yet?
You can sign up here: www.LebanonNH.gov/register
Log in, choose the Adult Sports & Programs tab, choose Upper Valley Running Club, then 2026 UVRC Membership (either individual or family rate).
You’ll notice an increase of $5.00 dollars across the board for all paid-for programming. This increase is to help with the behind-the-scenes work that Leb. Rec. does on a daily basis, from daily processing, general questions, website hosting, reimbursements, accounts payable, and more. Membership fees also go toward all the amazing programming below.
UVRC Membership includes:
- Social events throughout the year! And the opportunity to win prizes and swag!
- Weekly workouts with Tuesday Night Track (TNT)
- Runners Night Out (RNO) every 2nd Tuesday of the month at Hanover Brick & Brew with free slices and social time. Participation at TNT is not required in order to attend RNO.
- Saturday morning runs every weekend, meeting up either in front of Omer & Bob’s or at Colburn Park. (Rumor has it there are some tasty muffins being offered)
- A monthly newsletter featuring articles written by club members and board members. You can submit an article here.
- Connection on UVRC on social media platforms:
- Website: www.uppervalleyrunningclub.org
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uppervalleyrunningclub
- Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Upper-Valley-Running-Club and you can post a group run here on the message board or discussion board.
- Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/28353 and you can post a group run here on the POSTS section.
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppervalleyrunningclub/
- Competing as a team: Upper Valley Running Series (UVRS), New Hampshire Grand Prix (NHGP), and more!
- Access to training, coaches, and a running community that can help answer your questions.
- 10% off shoes, apparel, & other running-related gear discounts at Omer & Bob’s here in Lebanon, NH, a supporter of the club since the beginning.
- 10% discount on all regular-priced running shoes, socks, insoles, and running accessories at Stateline sports in West Lebanon, NH.
We look forward to your continued participation in UVRC and encourage joining a committee whether it is the social committee, volunteering, newsletter, UVRC gear planning, training, or race involvement. You can always email paul.coats@LebanonNH.gov or board presidents at contact@uppervalleyrunningclub.org.
Cara Baskin, Kristina Siladi, and Drew Prescott
Tri-UVRC Presidents
Updated Discount Code: Running Warehouse
As a UVRC member, you can enjoy a discount from Running Warehouse: 20% off clothing and socks and 10% off select clearance shoes, visors & hats, and nutrition. Enter code 2PK52FZT at checkout. Note: this is a new code as of January 1st.
Volunteer Challenge 2026
Have you ever avoided getting lost in a race because someone in a stylish traffic vest pointed you in the right direction? Have you ever had someone hand you a cup of electrolyte mix mid-stride and continue to smile brightly even though some of that sticky liquid spilled on their hand as you took it from them? Have you ever had a stranger put a medal around your neck and congratulate you? Have you ever reached an aid station 20 hours into a race and had a stranger hand you pickle juice and an otter pop and tell you you look great even though you know they were lying through their teeth out of kindness?
If you answered yes to any or all of the above, you have benefited from the generosity of volunteers in the running community! Knowing that running events do not happen without volunteers, UVRC is once again issuing a Volunteer Challenge in 2026 – now with a new format! Any UVRC member who volunteers at least 3 hours at a running event or trail work day will be entered to win a pair of running shoes of their choice from Omer and Bob’s or Stateline Sports at the end of the year! Each person gets one entry, though volunteering more than 3 hours is always encouraged. You can submit your hours by emailing volunteering@uppervalleyrunningclub.org. If you;ve never volunteered at a running event before, we think you’ll find it to be a fun and rewarding experience!
Save the Date 6/27 – Volunteers Needed for Mount Washington Road Race
UVRC has provided volunteers for the Mount Washington Road Race for years, and we are hoping to round up another crew of amazing humans this year. The race is on Saturday, June 27th. We are in charge of post-race parking, as drivers bring runners back down to the starting area at the base. It’s a pretty easy gig, and in exchange, volunteers get all the feel-good vibes the volunteering brings about, and UVRC gets four bypass entries into the race for anyone who wants to run but does not get in via the lottery.
RELATED: Save the Date for the 2nd Annual UVRC Campout
UVRC will be hosting a campout at Barnes Field at the Dolly Copp Campground, just a few short miles from the start of the Mount Washington Road Race, June 26th-28th. It’s a great place for MWRR volunteers and racers to hang for the weekend, as well as anyone else who wants to spend a summer weekend in the Whites with some running friends! More details to come.
Covered Bridges Half Marathon lodging discount
Do you have friends or family coming into town for the Covered Bridges Half Marathon who need lodging? On the River Inn in Woodstock is offering a discount for racers and family/friends. Use the code EVENTS when booking, or reach out to Nikki at events@ontheriverwoodstock.com who can help you with your booking!
