MASTODON STAMPEDE RUN & WALK CLUB
CIRCA 1926
JOIN THE HERD
LET’S TREK TOGETHER
Discover how simple movement can transform your health and well-being. Whether you prefer a relaxed walk or an energizing run, regular activity helps improve cardiovascular health, boost mood, increase energy levels, and reduce stress. It’s not about speed or distance—it’s about showing up, staying consistent, and enjoying the journey alongside a supportive community. Every step you take is a step toward a stronger body, a clearer mind, and a healthier, happier you.
A prehistoric animal called a Mastodon was discovered in Johnstown, Ohio on August 12, 1926 by tenant farmer James Bailey on the farm of Mr. Friend Butt.
The skeleton of the mastodon now lives in the Cleveland Museum of Natural History in Cleveland, Ohio.
The year 2026 marks 100 years since the Mastodon was discovered near the T.J. Evans Bike Trailhead in Johnstown.
STAMPEDE TREKKING SCHEDULE
We trek for 3-ish miles around town. Can’t do 3 miles? Don’t worry, come and do what you can at your own pace and we’ll be with you the whole way. No one treks alone!
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6:15PM - WALKERS
6:30PM - RUNNERS
Meet at the Johnstown city parking lot behind 65 South Main Street (El Rey Mexican Restaurant).
We will do a 3 ish mile trek around town lead by Ashley Kusner, manager of the Mastodon Stampede Run & Walk Club.
Stay afterwards for tacos and socializing at El Reys.
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9:15AM - WALKERS *
Meet in front of 32 South Main Street (LCRC coffee shop).
We will do a 3 ish mile walk around town lead by Chuck, a Stampede volunteer.
*Runners are welcome to meet up with the group and run on your own
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8:45AM - WALKERS *
Meet at the T. J. Evans Trail parking lot at 137 East Jersey Street (next to the Johnstown dog park).
We will do a 3 ish mile trek around town, lead by Susan and a rotating team of Stampede volunteers.
*Runners are welcome to meet up with the group and run on your own
8 WEEK TRAINING PLANS FOR WALKING & RUNNING
Starting your training ‘today’ whether you are - Just getting off the couch - Progressing to a 5K - or Want to Achieve a 10K goal This Year!
Our training plans are designed to help walkers and runners of all levels progress safely and confidently toward their goals. To make getting started easier during the winter months, the plans include a simple at-home strength training routine to help build a strong foundation for walking and running—especially for those who are new, returning after time away, or hesitant to train outdoors in colder weather.
TRAIN WITH OUR CERTIFIED RUN COACH
Ashley Kusner, the Mastodon Stampede Run & Walk Club Manager is a certified Run Coach with Road Runners Club of America. She has a passion for helping people of all experience levels feel confident getting started—or getting back into—walking and running. Through the Mastodon Stampede Run & Walk Club, she is focused on building an inclusive, supportive community that meets people where they are, whether that’s a first walk around the block or training toward a new personal goal. Her coaching approach emphasizes consistency, injury prevention, and enjoyment, making movement accessible and sustainable for everyone.
Ashley has been running since 2017, beginning with her first 5K. Since then, she has progressed to longer distances and has completed races up to 50K. While she prefers the challenge and connection to nature that come with trail running, Ashley also values the friendships, accountability, and social connection that running with a club provides.
Contact Ashley at ashleykusner@johnstownlifestyle.org for questions about the Mastodon Stampede Run & Walk Club or for run & walk training questions.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
As we continue to shape the Mastodon Stampede Walk and Run Club, we want your input. Our survey is available to help us better understand what types of walks, runs, schedules, and programming would best support our community. Whether you’re an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply considering getting started, your feedback will directly influence how the Mastodon Stampede Run & Walk Club grows in 2026.
EVENTS
LET’S TALK HEALTH
The LET’S TALK HEALTH program is a collaboration with local health experts and hospital providers where experts in their field periodically attend our run & walk club treks to share heath and disease prevention information.
The health talks are facilitated in a casual manner where the health expert shares health information while running or walking with the run & walk club members. After a brief presentation, participants can ask as many questions as they want to learn more about the particular subject or ask any health related questions
The mission is to educate and motivate our community members to take control of protecting and improving their health and longevity.
Our signature event, 5K LET’S TALK HEALTH, is held every fall at the Johnstown High School, Frank H. Chambers Stadium, offering our community a rare chance to run or walk on the beautiful track.
