
News & MOC Updates
- Lindsay Newell appointed Race Director for 2026 Mathews MarathonPress Release Gloucester Mathews Gazette Journal, 3/5/2026 The Mathews Outdoor Club (MOC) proudly announces the appointment of Lindsay Newell as the Marathon Event’s new Race Director. The Mathews Marathon Event—widely known as “the World’s Flattest Race Course”—will celebrate its 6th year in 2026 (Sat, October 17) and was recently certified by the USA Track & Field (USATF) as a Boston Qualifying event, further elevating itsContinue reading “Lindsay Newell appointed Race Director for 2026 Mathews Marathon”
- Tour de Chesapeake Registration is Open!Registration for the 27th Annual Tour de Chesapeake! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in Mathews County during May 16th weekend! Choose from multiple flat, scenic route options all fully supported with SAG assistance so you can simply ride and enjoy. Other highlights of the weekend include the Water Taxi, private deadrise tours, the ArtContinue reading “Tour de Chesapeake Registration is Open!”
- Setting your 2026 New Years Resolutions with MOC Events!April 4th | 10am | 425 Callis Wharf Road, GrimsteadMathews Outdoor Club x The Hatchery The 12th annual Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run is scheduled this year for the first Saturday in April, on Easter Weekend. The event features a 5k course and a waterfront post-race celebration at The Hatchery. We heading back to the historicContinue reading “Setting your 2026 New Years Resolutions with MOC Events!”
- Giving Tuesday: How Your Donation Supports Community Outdoor RecreationGiving Tuesday: Support the Mathews Outdoor Club! December 2nd As we look ahead to Giving Tuesday, we want to share what the Mathews Outdoor Club (MOC) has accomplished this year and where your support can take us next. MOC exists to make Mathews a healthier, more active, and connected community. Through races, cleanups, trail work, and outdoorContinue reading “Giving Tuesday: How Your Donation Supports Community Outdoor Recreation”

About MOC
Mathews Outdoor Club is a nonprofit (501c3) organization established in 2021 after acquiring a local area running club. We offer competitive events and other outdoor fitness activities to assist our residents and visitors in enjoying the beautiful location to the fullest.
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