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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Duke Island Park, Bridgewater NJ
5K
52–69°F · some rain risk
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39–62°F
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46–63°F
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43–68°F
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60–65°F
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55–76°F
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51–71°F
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68–79°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Cloudy · 49–65°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 49°F · 12% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
General Race Information
Our 14th Annual “Taking Strides Towards Wellness" 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 10th at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater.
- Same-Day Registration: You can show up the day of the 5K and register! Online registration ends on the 9th.
- Trail Details: This race is on an extremely flat paved wooded trail that parallels the Raritan River.
- Awards: Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers overall for each gender as well as the top 3 per age group.
- Age Groups: Age groups will be 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79, and 80 and over.
Registration Information
- Packet Pick-Up: Registration and Packet Pick up will start at 8 AM.
- Run/Walk Start Time: The 5K Run/Walk starting at 9 AM.
- Award Ceremony: An Award Ceremony will be held at 10:30 AM.
- T-Shirt Offer: Free T-Shirt to ALL pre-registrants who register by September 12, 2026.
Race Sign-up Incentives
- Fundraising Refund: If a paid participant donates or gets donations equal to or greater than $125, he/she will be refunded his/her $25 registration fee.
- Group Registration Refund: If a paid participant gets 4 other people to register and pay for this event, he/she will be refunded his/her $25 registration fee.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you would like to be recognized as an official sponsor of the Taking Strides Towards Wellness 5K Run/Walk, please contact Richard Schumann at [email protected] or through the "Race Contact Info" link below on this page. You can also visit our store tab on the left of this home page for more information and deadlines, however, please note that additional fees apply if purchasing sponsorship through Run Sign Up.
- Banner Placement: Banner Placement at Start/Finish Line - $500
- Mile Marker Sign: Mile Marker Sign Along the Course- $200
Race Proceeds
All proceeds from the race and sponsorships benefit Family & Community Services of Somerset County (FCSSC).
- Mission: The goal of FCSSC is to enhance the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by providing mental health and addiction treatment and services.
- Support Services: We counsel, guide, and provide tools to people in our community who need to strengthen their foundation of wellness.
- Collaboration: We coordinate with local agencies to ensure that our clients have continued support and success in all aspects of their lives.
- Community Impact: Your tax-deductible donation WILL make a difference and WILL change a life in our community.
As a non-profit, community agency, we offer affordable rates based on a sliding scale. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and other insurances. We take pride in serving EVERYONE in our community without regard to ability to pay. In turn, we rely on the community and private donations to allow us to continue to provide these high quality and vital services.
Please visit our website for more information: https://www.fcssomerset.org/
Race Details: Taking Strides Towards Wellness 5K Run/Walk
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