Fox River Trail Runners

09/05/2026

What a night with the Fox River Trail Runners at Pollyanna for our Thirsty Thursday run— miles, smiles, and the perfect summer vibe (minus the humidity). We wrapped up the run on the patio, hanging out with friends and catching fireworks lighting up the sky. Nothing better than good people, good pace, and a little post‑run magic. ✨🏃‍♂️🔥 🎆

09/05/2026

9/5 FRTR Sat Group Run Recap

The high humidity and dew point this morning made it more like swimming that running, so we'll just call it cross training! Great job everyone! 😅 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ 🏃 🏃🏽‍♀️ 🏃🏾‍♂️ 🙌

Good luck to everyone running the BQ.2 tomorrow! We are proud that the following FRTR members will be volunteer pacers to help others chase their goals 👏:

Angelo Butcher
Bogdan Gulyk
Griffin Hammond
Nicole Knecht
Anna Kryczka
Bryan Schneff
Niko Villanueva
Phil Vitkus

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UP NEXT WITH FRTR…

>>>>>> Sat, 10/3, 9:30 am - 10:30 am – FRTR Brunch & Learn: Pelvic Floor Health for Runners (Men & Women)
Join FRTR and Dr. Jana Richardson for informative session for ALL runners! FREE event, but space is limited...registration required:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/th2766z

>>>>>> Thu, 11/26 (Thanksgiving Day) – The Fox & The Turkey Races - Registration is Open!
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/the-fox-the-turkey/

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Training for a summer or fall half or full marathon?
Join our Fall Endurance Training Program for coaching guidance, community support, and plenty of motivation along the way. Get started here:
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026fallendurancetraining

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FRTR Group Runs - Stay consistent and stay connected!
Saturdays & Sundays @ 6:30 AM
Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Full details here:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/group-runs/

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Follow FRTR on Strava and connect with other runners!
https://www.strava.com/clubs/265050

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Support FRTR’s mission to promote running in the Fox Valley. Become a member:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/membership/

🦊 Run Smart | Run Strong | Run Happy

09/04/2026

FRTR Friday Focus - 9/4/2026

Running reveals who we are when the easy miles end. Again and again, runners prove they are stronger than the moment asking them to stop! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💪

Check out the FRTR Saturday Group Run details below, and then take a look at what else is coming up with the club!

***9/5 FRTR Saturday Group Run + Hydration Info

🕡 Time & Location: 6:30 AM at the Fabyan Windmill
1500 Crissey Ave, Batavia, IL 60510

👟 Route: From the Windmill, north toward Mount Saint Mary Park, then continuing north past Illinois St and Rt 64 through Pottawatomie Park and all the way to Sunset Dr, then returning the same way back to Illinois St, crossing over the river and completing the Mt St. Mary Loop. Route Map:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6740408041

💧 Hydration: Water & Gatorade available until approximately 9:30 AM at the Windmill, at around 3 mi on the east side of the river near Mount Saint Mary Park (before Prairie St), and at the turnaround at Sunset Dr (6 mi). Water fountains are also along the route near MSM and at Pottawatomie Park.

***UP NEXT WITH FRTR…

>>>>>> Sat, 10/3, 9:30 am - 10:30 am – FRTR Brunch & Learn: Pelvic Floor Health for Runners (Men & Women)
Join FRTR and Dr. Jana Richardson for informative session for ALL runners! FREE event, but space is limited...registration required:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/th2766z

>>>>>> Thu, 11/26 (Thanksgiving Day) – The Fox & The Turkey Races - Registration is Open!
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/the-fox-the-turkey/

***Training for a summer or fall half/full marathon?
Join our Fall Endurance Training Program for coaching guidance, community support, and motivation that lasts. Get started here:
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026fallendurancetraining

***Stay consistent, stay motivated:
Group Runs – Saturdays & Sundays @ 6:30 AM | Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Full details here:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/group-runs/

***Follow FRTR on Strava and connect with other runners:
https://www.strava.com/clubs/265050

***Support FRTR’s mission to promote running…become a member:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/membership/

🦊 Run Smart | Run Strong | Run Happy

08/29/2026

8/29 FRTR Sat Group Run Recap

It was just a wonderful morning for a run! We had four new faces joining our regulars! 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ 🏃 🏃🏽‍♀️ 🏃🏾‍♂️ 🙌

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UP NEXT WITH FRTR…

>>>>>> Thu, 11/26 (Thanksgiving Day) – The Fox & The Turkey Races - Registration is OPEN!!!
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026foxandturkey

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Training for a summer or fall half or full marathon?
Join our Fall Endurance Training Program for coaching guidance, community support, and plenty of motivation along the way. Get started here:
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026fallendurancetraining

******
FRTR Group Runs - Stay consistent and stay connected!
Saturdays & Sundays @ 6:30 AM
Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Full details here:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/group-runs/

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Follow FRTR on Strava and connect with other runners!
https://www.strava.com/clubs/265050

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Support FRTR’s mission to promote running in the Fox Valley. Become a member:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/membership/

🦊 Run Smart | Run Strong | Run Happy

08/28/2026

Thirsty Thursday at 93 Octane was exactly what we needed!

FRTR hit the roads for a solid evening run, then headed over to 93 Octane to cool down, catch up, grab a bite to eat and enjoy some well‑earned drinks.

The patio was packed with FRTR smiles, post‑run stories, and that easygoing Thursday night energy this group is known for. 🇺🇸🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

We for sure brought the high octane energy last night !

08/28/2026

FRTR Friday Focus - 8/28/2026

Somewhere between finishing today’s miles and planning tomorrow’s, there’s apparently supposed to be something called “free time.” We’ll look into that later. Happy Friday! 😄🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🦊

Check out the FRTR Saturday Group Run details below, and then take a look at what else is coming up with the club!

***8/29 FRTR Saturday Group Run + Hydration Info

🕡 Time & Location: 6:30 AM at the Fabyan Windmill
1500 Crissey Ave, Batavia, IL 60510

👟 Route: From the Windmill, south to do the Harner’s Loop (10 mi), and extra mileage can be added south of Harner’s during the loop or afterward back at the Windmill. Route Map:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2550364837

💧 Hydration: Water & Gatorade available until approximately 9:30 AM at the Windmill, south at Funway (2.5 mi from Windmill) and near Harner's (5 mi).

***UP NEXT WITH FRTR…

>>>>>> Thu, 11/26 (Thanksgiving Day) – The Fox & The Turkey Races - Registration Opening This Weekend!
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/the-fox-the-turkey/

***Training for a summer or fall half/full marathon?
Join our Fall Endurance Training Program for coaching guidance, community support, and motivation that lasts. Get started here:
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026fallendurancetraining

***Stay consistent, stay motivated:
Group Runs – Saturdays & Sundays @ 6:30 AM | Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Full details here:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/group-runs/

***Follow FRTR on Strava and connect with other runners:
https://www.strava.com/clubs/265050

***Support FRTR’s mission to promote running…become a member:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/membership/

🦊 Run Smart | Run Strong | Run Happy

08/22/2026

It was a great day to be outside whether you ran, walked, crawled or did absolutely nothing!

08/21/2026

Thirsty Thursday at Penrose was one for the books! 🍻🔥
We had an awesome mix of returning FRTR friends and new faces jumping in for the first time, which made the miles feel even better. The run rolled right into a perfect summer hang on the Penrose patio, and let’s be honest — those slushies absolutely hit the spot after the warm evening miles. 🏃‍♂️💥
Love seeing this crew grow, connect, and keep the Thursday night energy strong. ❤️🍺

08/21/2026

FRTR Friday Focus - 8/21/2026

Finally, a break from the heat! Cooler temps are on the way and, after the summer we’ve had, that sounds pretty good to us. Let’s go run! 😎🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Check out the FRTR Saturday Group Run details below, and then take a look at what else is coming up with the club!

***8/22 FRTR Saturday Group Run + Hydration Info

🕡 Time & Location: 6:30 AM at the Fabyan Windmill
1500 Crissey Ave, Batavia, IL 60510
👟 Route: From the Windmill, north around Mount Saint Mary Park/Rt 64 (6 mi - 7 or 8 mi) plus South to Batavia Loop (3 mi), and any extra mileage needed can be tacked on from the Windmill. Route Map:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2569529773/

💧 Hydration: Water & Gatorade available until approximately 9:30 AM at the Windmill and on the east side of the river near Mount Saint Mary Park. Water fountains are also along the route in downtown Batavia and at MSM.

***UP NEXT WITH FRTR…

>>>>>> Thu, 11/26 (Thanksgiving Day) – The Fox & The Turkey Races - Registration Opening Soon
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/the-fox-the-turkey/

***Training for a summer or fall half/full marathon?
Join our Fall Endurance Training Program for coaching guidance, community support, and motivation that lasts. Get started here:
https://thedriven.net/frtr2026fallendurancetraining

***Stay consistent, stay motivated:
Group Runs – Saturdays & Sundays @ 6:30 AM | Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Full details here:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/group-runs/

***Follow FRTR on Strava and connect with other runners:
https://www.strava.com/clubs/265050

***Support FRTR’s mission to promote running…become a member:
https://foxrivertrailrunners.org/membership/

🦊 Run Smart | Run Strong | Run Happy

08/18/2026