I’ve always loved running since I started in college as a way to keep in shape. It gets me outside, reduces my stress and I get that runners high you always hear people talking about. I rarely time myself though and just go as fast or slow as feels good on any particular day. In...
We asked Fishtown Beer Runner founders, David April and Eric Fiedler, to reflect on FBR’s past, present, and future in a segment we’re calling “Meet The Founders”. Enjoy! Question: How long had you known each other before the first infamous Beer Run? How did you meet? David: Eric and I met in the spring of...
I moved to Philadelphia in 2012 after having spent years living “On the Road” as a touring theatre technician, but i didn’t discover the Fishtown Beer Runners until a few years after arriving. For me this community represented the two things i thought i was merely adequate at: making new friendships and running. I was confident...
Once upon a time on a cold winter evening 12 years ago in Fishtown, 4 runners (Mike & Samantha Xander, Larry Kelsall & David April) left 2346 E. Susquehanna Ave on a run that ended at Druid’s Keep. In a moment of good cheer, they ordered Chimay, and David wished all a Merry Christmas and...
For the past twelve years, the South Philly Striders and Fishtown Beer Runners have organized a run (for all runners) through the streets of South Philly to enjoy the holiday lights while collecting goods and donations for Philabundance. The run has grown into the largest free running event in the city. While we can’t set...
FBR officially launched the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee co-chaired by Nana Opoku and Kinzey Lynch. The committee is the outgrowth of listening sessions held this summer with minority members of FBR and the Philadelphia running community, and not in reaction to a particular incident. Because of the memberships’ commitment to fostering a positive atmosphere, FBR...
Put down that drumstick and pickup your beer and join us for an all-chapters Beer Runners Thanksgiving via ZOOM. It has been way too long since we’ve seen each other and what better day to spend some quality VIRTUAL time together than Thanksgiving? At 8:00, we all gather for the toast, then you will be...
David April is featured on Running Times, a podcast hosted by ultra-runner Michael “Gagz” Gagliardi. Gagz and David talk about how and why he started running, the conception of Fishtown Beer Runners, and their plans for the future.
The following is the prepared transcript of David April’s video address to the Beer Runners membership via Facebook Live on June 4, 2020. As the founder and leader of the Fishtown Beer Runners, I would be remiss and irresponsible if I didn’t address the unfolding events occurring in our country, our city, and our neighborhood. ...
FBR group runs are indefinitely suspended until further notice. While Philadelphia is in the Green Phase, it does not mean it is completely safe for group running as we are still in a global pandemic. Also, our size makes it challenging to find locations (including outdoor sites) that can accommodate us given their capacity restrictions. ...
The Beer Runners’ motto of Responsible Running and Drinking in the Interest of Science is more relevant now than ever. With this in mind, I want to emphasize Beer Runners’ commitment to providing a safe running environment and a pleasant experience for all of our members. I can not stress enough to all Chapters nation-wide...
In the interest of responsible running and drinking in the interest of science, FBR is suspending all Beer Runners activities until further notice. We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes to our runners and business we support but believe this is the best action to take right now to keep our club and community...
