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The Orange Runners Club (ORC) is a non-profit organization that promotes the sport of running for fitness, competition and socialization.

The Orange Runners Club was formed in May of 1980 when Bruce Birnbaum and his running buddies put their heads together with the intent of creating a "connection" between themselves and those runners they so often greeted on the road. Bruce and John Cummins developed on a mailing list and later held a meeting at the Hideaway Tavern in Middletown.

As Bruce described it, a "hearty group of 40 people showed and formed what was to be the nucleus of the club." Now 20 years later, the ORC remains committed to supporting and encouraging runners of all ages and levels of experience.

Our current president is a long time veteran of local, national and international races, Steve Holmbraker.

You may run to lose weight; achieve or maintain fitness; complete or win road races; enjoy the outdoors in a free and unencumbered way; or experience the inner strength, growth, and higher level of self-esteem that comes from meeting and exceeding your goals.

Whatever your reasons, we are ready to share years of combined experiences (and war stories), insight and endless amounts of enthusiasm. We are committed to supporting healthy, injury-free running, and of course, fun. Some of our other benefits include:
- Newsletter - The Sweat Gazette includes race schedules and results, articles of and by members
- Membership discounts at area businesses and ORC race discounts
- Individualized training schedules and racing advice
- Participaton in club and other local races
- Group runs and track workouts
- Medical/fitness information
- Monthly meetings
- Socialization

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