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Local Ultra Runner Passes

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Jennifer M. SCHILLER

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SCHILLER, Jennifer M. Jennifer M. Schiller, 48, of New Britain, beloved wife of Steven P. Schiller and mother of their beloved son, Jordan T. Schiller, passed away Wednesday, (April 20, 2011) at St. Francis Hospital. She was born May 1, 1962 in New Haven to Duncan Studley of Plainville, and the late Nancy Jean Studley. She graduated from high school in West Virginia and went on to receive her degree as a paralegal at the Hartford College for Women. She was employed for the past fifteen years as a paralegal at the Hartford Law Firm of Berman, Bourns, Aaron and Dembo, LLC. Previously she worked for Friedle, Madorin and Ustach of New Britain. When she was diagnosed with cancer in 2003, Jennifer resolved to live to the fullest. Her greatest joy was in outdoor adventures with Steve and Jordan. She loved wilderness camping, kayaking, hiking, biking and gardening. She and Steve were trail maintainers for the Connecticut Forest and Park Association. Jennifer was also an accomplished runner and past president of the Hartford Track Club. She had a special passion for ultra marathon distance races and trail running. She won and holds records for a number of regional races including the East Lyme Marathon and the JFK 50 Mile run. Jennifer was an ardent fan of the Red Sox, Rock Cats, Patriots and UCONN Huskies. In addition to her husband, son and father, she is survived by a sister, Catherine Wolters of Texas, a brother, Michael Studley of Hampton, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. Jennifer was predeceased by her mother and sister, Deborah Duchaime. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, April 26, 10 A.M. at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 9 A.M. until the time of the Service at Carlson Funeral Home. Burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the Connecticut Park and Forest Association, 16 Meriden Road, Rockfall, CT 06481. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com

 

Marathon Running

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As those preparing for Boston begin their taper and others with marathons later in the season press on with their training, the focus is probably simply to cross the line and achieve the goal of being able to say, “I ran a marathon!”. But then there are others with a time in mind, sub 5 hours, sub 4 hours or maybe sub 3 hours. Could you possible every imagine running under two? [Read more…] about Marathon Running

Act NOW to keep recreation lands open

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Please see this IMPORTANT notice. You can make a difference, and help keep our trails open!

 

Act NOW to keep Municipal Lands like the MDC OPEN for Recreation

 
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Dear Friends of Connecticut’s Natural Resources,

 

Thanks to the hundreds of people like you who either showed up or submitted testimony at the Judiciary Committee on Monday (4/4)!  Your involvement gives us a fighting chance.

However, if H.B. 6557 — An Act Concerning Liability for the Recreational Use of Lands — is not voted on by the Judiciary Committee before the Committee’s April 15thdeadline, it will die.

 

To keep this effort alive, please contact your State Representative and Senator and ask them to do the following:

  1. Make contact with the Co-Chairs of the Judiciary Committee – Senator Eric Coleman (D-Bloomfield, Windsor) and Representative Gerald Fox (D-Stamford); and
  2. Ask the Co-Chairs to hold a vote on H.B. 6557 — An Act Concerning Liability for the Recreational Use of Lands — before the upcoming Committee “JF deadline” ofApril 15th.

If your State Representative or Senator serves on the Judiciary Committee, your action may be even more valuable.  For the full list of Judiciary Committee Members with emails and the towns they represent, click here.

 

If you want talking points on why we think this issue is so critical, here are a few:

  • Municipalities (including municipal agencies such as the MDC, municipal water companies, etc.) need to be protected from frivolous lawsuits or they will close recreational lands or start charging fees to cover their potential liability and legal expenses;
  • Healthy outdoor recreation is good for everyone, good for our communities and good for our state. It reduces healthcare costs and promotes all around well-being; and
  • The current law is inconsistent: if one hikes, runs or bicycles on a trail that passes through various private, municipal, and state landowners, it makes no sense for only private and state landowners to be protected from liability. All landowners, including municipalities, should have the same protections and encouragement under the law.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact me.  For more information about recreational liability or other priorities on CFPA’s conservation agenda for 2011, pleasevisit our website.

All the best,

 

Eric Hammerling

CFPA Executive Director

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Coast to Coast for a Cure

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Hey everyone!


I know it’s been a while since I’ve seen most of you but time seems to be flying by for me. This first year of medical school has been really fun, but fun in a retrospective way. It’s a ton of work and a lot to learn, but I really enjoy it and I’m amazed at how far I’ve come since I started. I still manage to run but of course not as much as I’d like, plus no group runs OR coffee after – just solo runs with lectures after (other things I miss: Ultra’s woo woo woo’s, Loopy’s giant smile, and Iggy’s quotes). [Read more…] about Coast to Coast for a Cure