Spectrum for Living - Michael B. Carpenter  5K, Walk & Doggie Dash Logo

Spectrum for Living - Michael B. Carpenter 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash

199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park NJ

Saturday, April 26th, 2025

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Come out and support Spectrum for Living at our Michael B. Carpenter 5K, Walk & Doggie Dash, benefiting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! This exciting 5K event will take place at Overpeck Park (Ridgefield Park Area III), featuring a USATF Certified Course. Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race starting at 10:00 AM. Awards and lunch will follow around 11:00 AM.

📍 Race Location

The race kicks off near the amphitheater, where parking is available. If you’re coming from Challenger Road, the amphitheater and great lawn will be on your right.

🐾 Participation Guidelines

  • Open Invitation: Everyone is welcome to run, walk, or roll through the park with or without your dog.
  • Dog Requirements: Just make sure your dog is leashed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and well-behaved with people and other dogs.

📝 Registration Information

  • Pre-registration: Pre-registration is encouraged, but day-of registration will also be available.
  • T-shirt Guarantee: Sign up by April 6th to guarantee your event t-shirt!
  • Early-Bird Rate: Take advantage of our Early-Bird Rate: $35 through April 25th, 12:00 PM.
  • Day-of Registration: Day-of registration: $40, starting at 8:30 AM.

👥 Client Participation

All Spectrum for Living Clients are free! Residential clients will be signed up through their Group Home. Community clients should contact Elizabeth Boyajian directly (eboyajian@spectrumforliving.org) to sign up.

🌐 Race Details

For more information, visit the official race page: Spectrum for Living 5K Registration.

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