NSRF It's Our Only Earth Day 5K
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About the race
It's Our Only Earth Day 5K is an event held in April at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, NY, to raise awareness for environmental preservation and to support the Never Stop Running Foundation (NSRF). The event features a certified 5K course through tree-lined bike paths in the Merrick Lands area of the park and a free Kiddie Dash for children.
Distances:
- 5K
- Free Kiddie Dash
Amenities include an event T-shirt, informal bag check area, bathrooms within a few minutes' walk from the start and finish, hydration at the finish line, and refreshments provided by All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water. A virtual option is available; participants have from the first day of the event and a full week to log their time and upload up to five photos. Virtual race items begin shipping on the event start day and may take a few days to arrive.
Bib delivery and pickup options are offered. Runners can have a bib mailed for $10 if registered at least 10 days before the event; in-person bib pickup is handled by event staff on race day. Results and finish-line photos and video are posted online, with live online, email, and text result options.
Age-group online recognition is provided for top finishers overall and within multiple age brackets, and 100% of donations benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting youth and special needs running programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
