5K Run for the Rescue

About This Event

• Proceeds: All proceeds from the 5K race benefit the Jaffrey Firefighters Company Inc., a fundraising and support organization for the Jaffrey NH Fire Department.
• Organization: The Jaffrey Firefighters Company, Inc., is a volunteer organization made up of the firefighters, their families and members of the community who give their time in support of the Fire Department.
• Purpose: This allows the Fire Department to acquire items that cannot be purchased within the town's budget.
• Department Structure: The Jaffrey Fire Department is made up of a full-time Fire Chief and 20 on-call members serving the town of Jaffrey, NH.

Services Provided

• Fire Prevention: They provide fire prevention, suppression, rescue, EMS, public service and education.

Race Day Information

• Registration: Day of the race registration will begin at 7:00 AM.
• Race Start: The race will begin at 8:00 AM.

The Course

• Options: Now Offering 2 Options for Trails, however our winners will come from the Woods Trail Category.

Woods Trail

• Description: 5K run/walk mixed cross country terrain including hard pack trails, wooded terrain, mild hills, and possibly some mud.
• Trail Conditions: It is a mostly wide trail.
• Results: Timed event results will be posted after the race.

Rail Trail Only

• Description: This option will be straight down and back on the rail trail.
• Accessibility: This is a great option for those who don't enjoy cross country or who would like to push a stroller.

More Information

• URL: For more details, visit the race page at 5K Run for the Rescue.
• Date: The event will occur on 2026-09-19.
• Location: Union Street, Jaffrey, NH.