Community Involvement
Volunteer
The Rochester Running Club is always looking for volunteers! Fill out a volunteer form to tell us about your interests or skills and be added to our volunteer mailing list.
As a thank you, each volunteer will be automatically entered into our volunteer appreciation program.
Community Running Groups
Team R.E.D.
If you’re looking to run a few miles and have some great conversations, this group is for you! Team R.E.D. members meet a few times a week at local establishments. Folks gather for a run then continue the conversations over food and drinks. All paces and abilities welcome.
Girls on the Run - Rochester
Help elementary-age girls discover the power of running and a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living through a 10-week, 5K training course.
Chatty Chicks
This laid back group of ladies is perfect for those who are looking for a relaxed atmosphere. The Chicks organize through Facebook. Runs are typically on Saturday mornings. (Men are welcome as well!)
Girls on the Run - Kasson
Elementary-age girls meet after school to prepare for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. During the 10 week course, girls learn lessons about healthy friendships, teamwork, decision-making, more while training for a 5K.
Running Room
This local running store supports the community with shoe demos, weekly runs, theme runs, and much more!
Terraloco
Check out this local running store for their weekly runs, training sessions, speakers series, and much more!
Southeast Minnesota Trail Runners
Dirt and rocks are never out of style with this crew. The Southeast Minnesota Trail Runners hit up local trails throughout the region.
Save the Track
Soldiers Memorial Field Track
During the summer of 2019 the over 90-year-old historic cinder track was in danger of being paved. A grassroots effort engaged with the City of Rochester to preserve and maintain a soft surface regulation track at Soldiers Memorial Field Park. Construction was completed June 2020.
The Save the Track design included several improvements and upgrades:
- Transitioned the material to a mixture used on the warning tracks at professional ballfields. This allows for appropriate and affordable maintenance.
- Installed a geogrid in the track to help support the weight of vehicles and trailers and prevent rutting during events like Rochesterfest.
- Improved and added drainage around the track. This will help drain the water away from the track, returning it to use much quicker and also help prevent rutting.
