Several clubs compete for best monthly newsletter. This is another way of providing information and recognition for members. The average age of club members is 40, and women are slowly becoming half of the membership. There hasn't been a lot of growth in the size of the clubs. It seems as though they reach a certain size, then stay there.
Members come and go each year, and founding members are looked at like family members.
With the warm weather upon us it becomes especially important to stay hydrated. Keep a water bottle in your car, at your work desk or at home. Try using Gatorade or your favorite sports drink after long runs to help replace some of the electrolytes you lose through sweating.