| Jefferson Township Fire Co. #2 To Host First 5K Inferno Run/ Walk | | Print | |
| Written by James Bessemer | |
| Thursday, 22 July 2010 | |
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Jefferson Township Fire Company #2 (JTFD #2) will host its first annual Inferno Run/ Walk on Saturday, August 21. The day will include the course-certified 5K race, along with a kids half mile fire dash, a tot trot for children five years and younger, giveaways, an awards ceremony, post-race refreshments, and DJ entertainment.
All proceeds from the event will benefit The Howard Sufian Memorial Scholarship Fund, a scholarship created by JTFD #2 in memory of former chief Howard Sufian. The scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a two or four year college/trade education, who have interests and achievements in leadership and community service. Same-day race registration will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and the race will begin at 9 a.m. The race will be located at the Fireman’s Field, 759 Route 15 South in Lake Hopatcong, NJ. Participants will receive a race t-shirt and goodie bag, while supplies last.
Pre-registration prices, up until August 8th, are $20 for the 5K and $10 for the one mile walk. After August 8th, prices will be The run starts and ends at Fireman's field, running on Swan Lane, 3 Rivers Drive, Venetian, Valencia Isle Drive, Espanong and 181, Yacht Club Drive, Crescent Drive, Harbor Drive, and Commodore Drive. Residents traveling these streets are asked to plan accordingly and drive cautiously if traveling between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Additional information on the event, such as online registration information, a view of the course map and directions to our event, can be found at http://www.jtfd2.com/. |
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