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2020 STERLING DOWN AND DIRTY 5K

WE'RE BACK !!

... AND WE WILL GET DOWN AND DIRTY AGAIN !!

RUN, WALK, OR CRAWL YOUR WAY TO THE FINISH LINE- AS YOU GET SWEATY, SANDY, DIRTY AND WET ALONG THE WAY !

BEST OF ALL YOU ARE IN IT TO WIN IT FOR STERLING HOUSE - ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFITS OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

INCLUDING CAMP, SPORTS AND PRE-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS AND FOOD TO THOSE FAMILIES AND CHILDREN EXPERIENCING FOOD INSECURITY


OF COURSE WE WILL STILL TAKE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO KEEP YOU SAFE AS WE INCH CLOSER TO A POST COVID WORLD

*Our first priority is the health and safety of our community. All programs and events are subject to change and/or cancellation based on COVID 19 conditions and federal, state and local mandates, regulations and guidelines at the time of the event.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a fundraiser to support our programs and services -Refunds will only be issued if we have to cancel.


Children between the ages of 8-11 can participate on the full 5K course, but MUST HAVE at least one parent/adult participating in the event with them (please note some of the obstacles and distance may be challenging for younger children)


In the spirit of helping each other and showing our appreciation for your support, we've reduced the registration fee as follows:

*Registration Fee: 8 yrs old - Adult $35

Wave sizes will remain reduced to keep you safe and distanced

Register today to secure your wave time!


-In response to this crisis Sterling House is continuing to serve our community in many ways:

  • Our Food Pantry provides 5,000 meals per week to our patrons
  • 100 families and individuals are supported by our Food Pantry each week
  • We are a proud partner in the Daily Town Wide feeding program that provides children with free summer lunches
  • We have more than 100 food deliveries to home bound seniors each month
  • We continue to engage our community through Service Saturdays and other community engagement initiatives
  • Summer Camp is open to support our essential workers and working families providing a safe and healthy place for children to play and learn
  • If you would like to support or learn more visit us at www.sterlinghousecc.org

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

5K Obstacle Run (Ages 8 and up) Closed

5k obstacle course - 8-11 year olds must have an adult/parent participating with them

  1. $39.44
    Jul 1 - Sep 9

Key Sponsors




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In Kind Sponsors








REGISTRATION FEES

RAISE $50 IN PLEDGES
SET UP A TEAM PLEDGE PAGE
Ask friends, family and co-workers to support your challenge to raise funds for Sterling House Programs and Services
A PARENTAL SIGNATURE WAIVER IS REQUIRED FOR PARICIPANTS AGES 8-17 (Click Here)

WHAT DO I WEAR? / WHEN DO I ARRIVE?

WEAR YOUR MASK- YOU MAY WEAR UTILITY GLOVES- WEAR ANYTHING YOU DON'T MIND GETTING WET.
Sneakers or footwear you can walk, run and climb in NO FLIP FLOPS
TEAM COSTUMES ARE WELCOMED- THE CRAZIER THE BETTER!


Arrive at the registration/check-in table
20 minutes before your wave time.

Wear Your Mask and Keep Your Distance in the Check-in Line

Be sure to add-in enough time to walk from the parking areas
to the registration table (approx. 10-15 min)

TEAM SIZE - Your team can be as big or small as you'd like. All are welcome!

Join or create a Team when you register!

WHAT DO I BRING?

BRING YOUR MASK (GLOVES OPTIONAL) AND REQUIRED WAIVER FORMS -

(PARENTS SIGNATURE REQUIRED IF UNDER 18) !!
A VALID ID WITH YOUR BIRTHDAY IF YOU ARE OVER 18.

WHAT NOT TO BRING?

Your dog, your cat, your snake, your ferret, your hamster, etc...Short Beach does not permit animals on-site (The only exception would be a licensed service dog)

Do not bring headphones, baby carriage,weapons or fireworks.

IS THERE A 'BAG CHECK' AREA?

NO -. LEAVE VALUABLES AT HOME OR IN YOUR CAR - .NO BAG CHECK AREA
Coolers are NOT allowed.

CAN I GIVE A REGISTRATION AS A GIFT?

YES! For the person who has everything...surprise your friends or family with a unique gift of registration to the The Sterling Down and Dirty 5K. Go back to "BuyThis As A Gift" tab under Registration.

CAN ANYONE PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT?

YES! Providing you are at least 8 years of age and an adult/parent is participating with you. This event is a fun, family friendly community-wide event and beyond. It is not just for those who are fit, but it is totally for "The Average Joe" looking to have a great time. You will not be timed and the only person you will be competing against is yourself. You can go at your own pace. There's no need to rush. This is purely for fun, fun, fun !!

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

Directions:
From I-95 South - Exit 32 - left off exit then left at light. Continue straight to end (St. James
Church in front of you) Right at light onto Main Street, continue approximately 1 mile, you will
see signs for "Event Parking"
From 1-95 North- Exit 30- right off exit, continue straight approximately 2 miles to Main Street,
you will see signs for "Event Parking"
PLEASE ALLOW 45 MIN-1 HOUR TO PARK, WALK TO CHECK IN AREA AND GET TO STARTING GATE!!
There will be ample and designated parking areas for participants and spectators. However, please try to car pool to eliminate excess cars taking spaces away from participants and spectators. There will be NO CHARGE to park and no charge for spectators to come cheer you on!

CAN I GET A REFUND IF I'M UNABLE TO ATTEND?

This is a fundraising event to benefit the Programs and Services at Sterling House Community Center. Refunds will only be issued if we need to cancel this event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Event schedule

  • Sat, September 12, 2020 8:00 AM - Check-In Opens
  • Sat, September 12, 2020 8:30 AM - Event Starts

Contact information

Event contact
Patty Calabrese
Email
pcalabrese@sterlinghousecc.org
Website
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