About Us
Mission Statement
For any person, of any age, of any ability, to join us in celebrating life by walking, running, swimming, cycling, eating, drinking and sharing great times with friends.
Our Goal
To have as much fun completing our mission as a group can legally have.
How We Came To Be
It was spring of 1999. Two friends would often get together to run the neighborhoods of Covington. Their route took them down 15th Street, a somewhat busy road with no shoulder or sidewalk. That spring, the City of Covington began construction on a blacktop path that led all the way from Hubie Gallagher park into River Forest subdivision. The Idea was born while the foundations of the path were still being laid. The day the path was completed was the first meeting of the Fifteenth Street Flyers. It just made sense! Our first official run/walk was Tuesday, May 4, 1999 and included 9 people and two dogs. Three years and a nice pavilion later, we have seen several hundred different folks join the fun. We average 30-35 each week during the winter and 60-70 during the summer. Some come and go, but once you are a Flyer, you are always a Flyer. We have always strived to be an integral part of the community and will continue to help with park improvements and contributions to youth programs. We have also maintained a friendly, social, family atmosphere at all of our meetings and events. So come be a part of our history and join the fun!!
Where We Run
Runs/Walks
Tuesdays at 6:00 PM at Hubie Gallagher Park. You pick the distance and pace! Every Flyer that attends our Tuesday night runs for 15 times receives a complimentary "15th Street Flyer" T-shirt. A special thanks to Varsity Sports for sponsoring these shirts.
Group Runs
Thursday Evenings and Saturday Mornings
Thursday Evening Runs from Varsity Sports at 6:00 PM. Saturday Morning Runs from Varsity Sports at 7:00 AM. Contact Ryan Green at Varsity Sports for more information.
Monday Night Runs
Every Monday during football season, we will be meeting at the Columbia St. Tap Room to run, followed by dinner, Monday Night Football, and some cold beverages. The run usually begins at 6:00 PM and you can run your own distance and pace.
Swimming
There are great classes to join at Stone Creek, Pelican Athletic Club and Franco's. You can find a master's swim class open to all levels.
