Where does the 27th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter take place?
On Sunday, April 3rd, our event is held on the campus of Rivier University, outside of the Muldoon Fitness Center. The address is 420 South Main Street, Nashua, NH.
What times do the Race & Walk start?
Our Kids Sprint takes place at 12:30PM. It takes place in the Muldoon Fitness Center parking lot.
Our 5K and 10K Race starts at 1:00PM. Our Starting Line is located on South Main Street. South Main Street will be closed when our race starts but will be reopened when all runners cross our Starting Line timing mats
Our 3K Walk starts after all the 5K and 10K runners cross the Starting Line. Because Walkers are not timed, there is no need to cross the Starting Line timing mats. Please stay on the sidewalk.
Does the 27th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter use chip timing?
Yes, we use the Chrono Track Systems B-Tag to time all runners. The single-use timing chip is on the back of the bib. Bib numbers cannot be folded or altered and must be worn on the outer most layer of clothing and on the front of your body. The start time is triggered when you cross the start mats at the Starting Line. The chip will track all runners finish time as they cross the finish mat. Walker bibs to not have a timing chip.
Are the 27th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter races on certified courses?
Yes, our 10K is NH13009RF. Our 5K is NH13010RF.
Is the 27th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter event part of the 2022 New Hampshire Grand Prix?
Yes, our 10K Run is part of the NHGP series. Please start your registration in the “View Teams” tab on the left side of the home page.
Can I switch from one event to another?
Yes, registered participants can switch events if done before Tuesday, March 21st, 11:00PM.
1. Go to the Race Roster event registration page.
2. Sign-in to your Race Roster account.
3. On the right-hand side or left-hand, click the Transfer button.
You will be taken to a new page where you can select if you want to Transfer to a new sub-event .
To transfer to a new sub-event, you will be prompted to select the new sub-event and then to start the transfer. From there you will be asked to fill out the form and proceed with the new registration as normal.
If you have additional questions, please email carol@nsks.org
Anyone who switches events on their own without signing in to notifying the proper race officials will be omitted from the official results. Anyone wishing to change events after 3/21, 11:00PM, will have to reregister as a new registration.
I have signed up for the 3K Walk. Can I walk on the 5K Run course?
No, if you have a 3K Walk bib, please stay on the 3K Walk course. The 3K Walk course stays on South Main Street and has you turn around at Bulova Drive, then head back on South Main Street to return to the Muldoon Center. The 3K Walk is not a timed event.
When/Where is packet pick up?
In-person individual participants can get their bib, and shirt if qualified, at either one of these times:
>Pre-registration Pick Up: Saturday, April 2 (day before event) at Fleet Feet Sports Nashua, 4 Coliseum Ave, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
>Race Day Check-In: 11:00AM – 12:30PM in front of the Muldoon Fitness Center, Rivier University, 420 South Main Street, Nashua.
How do I create a Corporate Team?
You need a minimum of 3 co-workers to create a team. Designate a Team Captain and register through your Team name. To qualify for the Corporate Cup, at least 3 corporate team registrations must be for the in-person 5K. Corporate Team registration must take place by close of online registration, March 31st, 2PM. Corporate Teams can NOT register on Race Day.
How do I qualify for a Run & Walk for Food & Shelter Shirt?
Everyone who registers by Wednesday, March 9th, 2022, 3:00PM will get the shirt size they’ve selected.
I am a virtual participant. Will I get a Run & Walk for Food & Shelter shirt?
If you are registered by Wednesday, March 9th, 2022, 3:00PM, YES!
After you select a shirt size, the next question will be how to get your shirt.
Please contact nsks.run.walk@nsks.org if you have not received an email updating you about our latest shirt information.
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is ample free parking in the student lots in the surrounding area.
Are baby strollers or running strollers allowed on the course?
No, any type of stroller is NOT ALLOWED on any of the courses.
Can I run with my dog?
No, dogs are NOT ALLOWED at our event.
Will there be medals at the in-person event?
Although we’ve always had finisher medals, this year we will not. Both in-person and virtual participants will be able to print a Finisher’s Certificate.
