NSRF It's Our Only Earth Day 5K
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It's Our Only Earth Day 5K
This event is a community 5K held at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, NY, using a USATF certified course that runs through tree-lined bike paths in the Merrick Lands area. The event site is listed as Eisenhower Park - Field #2, Parking Lot 2, East Meadow, NY 11554.
Distances:
- 5K USATF certified course through tree-lined bike paths in Eisenhower Park.
- Free Kiddie Dash for young participants.
Amenities include race shirts, informal bag check (organizers do not assume responsibility for personal belongings), bathrooms within a few minutes' walk of the start and finish, hydration provided at the finish line, and refreshments supplied by All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water. A virtual option is offered; virtual entrants have from the first day of the event and a full week to log a time and up to five photos, and race items begin shipping on the first day of the event. Entrants may have their bib mailed for a $10 fee if registered at least ten days before the event; in-person bib pickup is also arranged with event staff.
Results are published live online with same-day finish line photos and video. Online age-group recognition lists top finishers overall and by age brackets including 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, and 90+. One hundred percent of donations benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) that supports special needs and youth running events and athlete development. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
