The Saline County Striders running club was established in 1981 and is a member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). The RRCA is the national association of not-for-profit running clubs dedicated to the promotion of running as a competitive sport and healthful exercise.
The Striders monthly newsletter The Arkansas Runner focuses on club members and activities as well as on on health and wellness.
The Striders have been presenting three competitive road races per year in Benton, including the Arkansas 20K, the Arkansas Runner 2 Mile Race. The Arkansas Marathon, which had been presented from 2003 to 2009 returned to Booneville in 2010. Starting in 2011, the club has also been presenting The Sunset 6-12-24 hour Challenge at Sunset Lake in Benton. Race details can be found by clicking on “Races” at the top of the page, or by clicking on the name of the race above. Near the bottom of each race information page is a link to the race registration form, and where applicable, a link to on-line registration.
MEMBERSHIP: The membership fee is $15 per year (Striders year is July 1 - June 30) and includes all family members. Membership includes the bi-monthly Arkansas Runner newsletter. We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities.
Name | Title |
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Laura Babbitt | President |
Shawn Barlow | Vice President |
Pete Ireland | Secretary |
Shelly Matthews | Treasurer |
Lisa Bartholmey | Public Relations |
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As a member of this club, you can get discounts for the following races: