John Jay Community Trail Race

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Event: John Jay Community 5k Trail Race
• Date: April 6, 2025
• Location: 40 N Salem Rd, Cross River, NY
• URL: Race Registration

🌲 Trail Race Details

• Course: Starts on the lower fields of the John Jay Campus and goes into the wooded trails. Ends on the John Jay Contest Track & Field.
• Difficulty: The trails are challenging and hilly in the woods.
• Walk Event: The John Jay 4k Trail Walk is a non-competitive walk that starts after the 5k runners are in the woods.
• Shared Trails: Most of the trail is the same for both events with a small portion of the southern hill loop excluded for walkers.

🐾 Animal Policy

• Restrictions: Animals are not permitted on the course due to school grounds regulations.
• Service Animals: Allowed under the ADA definition.
• Safety: This policy ensures a safe environment for all participants.
• Compliance: Please adhere to the regulations during the event.

🎽 Special Offers

• Early Registration: First 150 pre-registered runners/walkers receive a race t-shirt!
• The Kids Jay Dash: A 200-meter race for kids after the 5k run/4k walk.
• Special Offer: The first 30 kids to sign up for the Dash will also receive a t-shirt!
• Timing: Dash will take place after the finish of the main races.

👷‍♂️ Trail Building

• Community Involvement: The John Jay Community Cross Country Trail was created by student and community volunteers.
• Purpose: To provide a home course for the John Jay Cross Country teams and the community.
• Support: Interested in helping? You can make a donation or volunteer.
• Contact: For more info, email us at jjtrailrace@gmail.com.

🌟 Sponsors

• Gratitude: Thank you to our wonderful sponsors!
• Looking for Support: We are always seeking additional sponsors for our community races.
• 2025 Sponsors: Interested in sponsoring? Please contact us at jjtrailrace@gmail.com.
• Past Sponsors: View past year's sponsors at this link.

🕖 Race Day Information

• Registration Time: Race day registration starts at 7:30 am at the JJMS FIELD if available.
• Reminders: Arrive early to ensure a smooth registration process.
• Packet Pickup: Check details on the website for packet pickup information.
• Get Ready: Prepare for a fun and exciting day of racing!