Members dash to new club

Stanthorpe's newest run/walk club Stanthorpe RAW is the brainchild of Glen Brunckhorst and a group of running mates. The group is pictured at the recent GC30 event on the Gold Coast. l/r Peter Patti,Toby O’Brien, Glen Brunckhorst, Aaron Aislabie

By Casey OÇonnor

A brand new Stanthorpe run/walking club is drawing plenty of interest according to one of it’s founders.

Glen Brunckhorst said the new Stanthorpe RAW club may only be in its infancy but it was already generating a lot of attention.

Brunckhorst, a driving force behind Stanthorpe Parkrun, said he was “pleasantly surprised” at the amount of interest.

He said running began as a casual interest for him but has developed into quite a passion.

Brunckhorst said he and a group of mates are now regulars at many of the Runs held in Southeast Qld and beyond.

“If there is nothing particular on the running calendar, the group will simply map themselves a course and head off to enjoy the natural beauty and diverse landscape of the Southern Downs,” he explained.

Having attended many events like the G30 on the Gold Coast, the group saw an opportunity to properly represent and promote their own region and the concept of Stanthorpe RAW was born.

While it is still early days, the organisers are aiming to hold a casual or planned run or walk at least once a month at various locations around the region.

“Now members who participate in events across Qld will be recognised as a club which for us is exciting and will hopefully this will build a team environment,” he said.

The club is affiliated with QRun and the annual joining cost of $25 (adults) and $17 (16 and under) covers insurance and club running costs.

Although affiliated with QRun, the club welcomes all level and standard of runners.

“If running is not your thing, then you are welcome to join the walkers,” Brunckhorst said.

“The club welcomes anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle and a social outing.”

To register simply log on to www.revolutionise.com.ai/sraw/registration.

For further information visit the club’s Facebook page – Stanthorpe RAW.