Girl Scouts 5K Event Will Fundraise At Orange Reservoir In Essex County

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey (GSHNJ) is thrilled to announce the return of its “I Run for Girls 5K Run/Walk”, taking place on Sunday, Sept. 21 at a new location: the Orange Reservoir, 9 Cherry Lane in West Orange. Known for its wide, paved paths and scenic water views, the reservoir offers a picturesque and accessible backdrop for this growing community event.

By participating in the “I Run for Girls 5K Run/Walk,” community members help ensure that more young people can benefit from all that Girl Scouting offers. Proceeds from the event support programs that spark curiosity, nurture self-confidence, and equip members with the skills to navigate life with purpose and joy. Through unique programs, experiences and a supportive community, Girl Scouts explore their interests and grow into global citizens who are life ready—both today and tomorrow.

Following the success of last year’s race at Tamaques Park in Westfield, which drew more than 360 registered participants, GSHNJ is excited to bring the event to a larger venue that reflects the spirit and momentum behind Girl Scouting.

“Last year’s 5K was a powerful example of what happens when community and mission come together,” said Natasha Hemmings, CEO of GSHNJ. This year, we’re excited to bring even more runners and walkers to a beautiful new location. Whether you’re racing or strolling, you’ll be part of something bigger, helping create opportunities for young people to discover new interests, build skills, and make lasting connections. We can’t wait to see everyone at the starting line!”

Timed by RacingNJ and managed by Practice Hard, the “I Run for Girls 5K Run/Walk” is a USATF-sanctioned 500-point Grand Prix event welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, including families with strollers and individuals using wheelchairs.

Participants can create or join a fundraising team or fundraise individually to deepen their impact. Girl Scout troops from across the region will once again staff the event, adding spirit and service to every step of the day.

Event Details

• Location: Orange Reservoir, 9 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052
• Check-In Opens: 8:00 AM
• Race Starts: 9:00 AM
• Awards: Top three finishers in each USATF age group category
• All registrants receive: Custom event T-shirt and medal

Click HERE to register/donate: http://www.gshnj.org/irunforgirls

About Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey (GSHNJ) believes in the power of every girl. Our leadership program is designed to help girls discover who they are, what they can do, and connect with a powerful community of girls and mentors to make it happen. With unique opportunities, Girl Scouts explore, learn, succeed, and take action to make a difference in their community. Providing over 13,000 girls from kindergarten through 12th grade access to leadership programs and mentors throughout Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Somerset, Union, southern Warren, and parts of Middlesex counties, GSHNJ offers girls a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership. GSHNJ operates two service centers located in North Branch and Westfield and the Girl Scout Leadership Center in Newark as well as three camp locations: Camp Hoover in Middleville, N.J., Camp DeWitt in Hillsborough, N.J., and The OVAL in Maplewood, N.J. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, please visit www.gshnj.org.

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