Another warm clear day. It’s time to get in the habit of arriving early to do stretching or whatever is needed to be ready to run on by 5:45 (and 5:30 starting next week). As the days continue to get shorter, the sooner we start, the more time we have to play.
Monday touch on the tidal basin 5:45pm
After a brief fall preview, we’ve got a summer day on our hands. Temp should cool off slightly by the afternoon, and there is a fast moving storm headed our way that could bring some light scattered showers. Umbrella recommended just in case.
Try to be early and ready to run by 5:45. With the shrinking daylight we have limited time and want to make the most of it. Start time is probably going to go back to 5:30 starting next week.
Saturday is on the tidal basin 9:30am
Fall is here!! It’s going to start off brisk and cool in the morning, but quickly warm up and should be a beautiful day for a run. Come out and have some fun!
Wednesday touch is on the Mall 5:45pm, by Smithsonian metro
It’s a beautiful day for a run around. The days are cooling down and getting shorter. Prepare yourselves for start time to go back to 5:30 either next week or the week after. We need to squeeze out as much daylight as we can to play.
Monday off due to rain
It’s a shifty and scattered storm that could give us a perfect gap over the fields. However, consensus is heavy rain and thunderstorms from 6-6:30 bookended by moderate rain the half hours before and after. Give yourself a rest day to stay warm and dry inside. We’ll be back on Wednesday
Monday touch is tentative
If we play it will be on the WW2 side of the Washington monument at 5:45pm.
There are conflicting weather reports, but a good chance of heavy rain right around 6 through sunset. Generally a little rain is okay, but if the storm doesn’t change track we will cancel for today. Keep your eyes out for an update around 3ish
Saturday on the tidal basin 9:30am (road closure alert!!!)
It should be a gorgeous day out for touch. The annual Bike DC event is on Saturday morning as well. this mean lots of road closures right around the tidal basin, including access to the parking lot. For the most part the ride should be finishing around 9:30, but the road closures are scheduled through 12pm. If you drive look for parking on independence between 14th and 7th.
Below is the official course map and a link to MPD list of road closures. Give yourself extra time to navigate increased traffic and parking scarcity.
Wednesday on the Mall 5:45pm
Near Smithsonian metro stop. Weather should be pleasant. Slight chance of light scattered rain. Probably won’t get wet, but an umbrella is a good idea.
The days are rapidly shrinking. In the coming weeks we’ll probably push back to 5:30 start time again to squeeze as much daylight as we can out of playing. Whether we start at 5:45 or 5:30 please try to come on time so we get as much play time as possible.
Labor day on the tidal basin 10am (that’s Monday 9/5)
In usual fashion we’ll play in the morning for the holiday. Weather should be good in the morning, as the rain is only likely in the afternoon/evening. If you haven’t already skipped town for the three day weekend and you’re wondering what to do with yourself all day tomorrow without work….come out to touch!
Touch (and potluck!) at the tidal basin Saturday 9:30am
It going to be a beautiful summer day. Perfect for touch and a little potluck after. Bring a dish and your favorite beverage to socialize. Feel free to drop by around 11:45 even if you don’t feel like running in the morning.