ENTRY NOW OPEN. 5K run, and 1 mile walk will start and finish at Mantua VFW, and continue through beautiful Chestnut Branch Park. After race and walk finish, everyone is invited back to the Mantua VFW Post 7679, 8 New York Ave., Mantua N.J. Click on their Facebook Page below for directions and a map. Post-race festivities will include the Awards Ceremony, refreshments, luncheon, and age-appropriate complimentary beverages. Fun for all ages - Family Friendly Atmosphere. Proceeds to benefit Volunteers of America, Delaware Valley, Home for the Brave, and the Mantua VFW. Please click on the link below to learn more about Home For The Brave. http://www.voadv.org/hftb 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, Ribbons to all one mile finishers!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mantua, NJ.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
