Wings of Life 5k & 1 Mile Walk
Event summary
After the morning activities, the celebration continues from 3 PM to 7 PM at the American Legion with live music, delicious food trucks, and fun yard games. Enjoy performances by talented local bands, including Exit 2 and Camo Pants, while soaking in the community spirit. This family-friendly event encourages everyone, especially children under 14, to join in at no cost. Bring your chairs and pop-up tents, and let’s come together to shine a light on mental health awareness and prevent suicide in our community!
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5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:05 AM EDT
$32.80
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1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:05 AM EDT
$27.50
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Gathering at American Legion at 4PM
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Concert, Bar, Food Trucks and Fun at Legions - Located at the American Legion Post at 141 N Main Street, Mullica Hill. (4pm Start) *All food and beverage purchased separately onsite. **Please bring a lawn chair or tent for lawn seating.
Entries closed4:00 PM EDT
$32.80
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5k Run @ 9AM AND Gathering at American Legion @4PM
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Bundled Price - Join the 5K run and Concert, Bar, Food Trucks and Fun at Legions - Located at the American Legion Post at 141 N Main Street, Mullica Hill. (4pm start) *All food and beverage purchased separately onsite. **Please bring a lawn chair or tent for lawn seating.
Entries closed9:05 AM EDT
$48.70
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1 Mile Walk @ 9AM AND Gathering at American Legion @4PM
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Bundled Price - 1 Mile Walk and a post run Concert, Bar, Food Trucks and Fun at Legions - Located at the American Legion Post at 141 N Main Street, Mullica Hill. (4pm start) *All food and beverage purchased separately onsite. **Please bring a lawn chair or tent for lawn seating.
Entries closed9:05 AM EDT
$43.40
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HS and College students only 5k Run 15 Yr to 21 Yr Old
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:05 AM EDT
$16.90
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HS and College students only 1 Mile Walk 15 Yr to 21 Yr Old
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$16.90
Organiser's description
On behalf of all who have been part of creating the Wings of Life 2024 2ndannual 5k/1 Mile Walk & Community Event, we want to sincerely thank you for signing up to join us Saturday, September 14th to be part of our movement.
Everyone is encouraged to arrive early, park your vehicle and make your way to registration. There are over 600 participants and it will take some time to park and get through the registration line. Carpooling will be beneficial, if possible.
The walk will start promptly at 9:00 AM. The run will start at approximately 9:10 AM. Everyone must register at the Pavilion by 8:30am. Day of event walkers can register at the Pavilion before 8:15AM.
Registration
7:30 AM 8:30 AM
Ella Harris Park under pavilion behind Harrison Township building near playground
Parking
Ella Harris parking lot 126 Bridgeton Pike (across from McDonalds)
Lot behind Harrison Township building
The 127 Commissioners Road parking lot near the baseball fields will be closed to traffic.
Volunteers
All morning volunteers need to check in at the Pavilion between 6:45AM 7:00 AM and receive their assignments.
Wings of Life American Legion Event/Live Concert 3PM to 7PM
There are over to 200 people confirmed for this event. Parking will be off site. If you can Uber or car pool it will be beneficial. Please allow time to park and walk to the American Legion building @ 141 North Main Street, Mullica Hill.
Keep in mind this is an outdoor event and the stage is located on the grass property behind the American Legion Building. You will need to bring a blanket, chair or something to sit on. You are welcome to bring an EZ UP portable tent if you choose. No outside beverage are permitted.
Registration
Doors open at 3PM. Registration will be on the right side of the building in the parking lot as you approach from the street. You must go through registration to enter the site.
All pre-paid participants will receive a wrist band at registration, all walkups can register.
Parking
All parking is off site. You will need to park your car, then walk to the American Legion building. There will be guards to assist people crossing the street in front of the American Legion Building.
If you need assistance, you can be dropped off at the roundabout in front of the building.
Parking available at the following locations:
Parking Lot Gloucester County Library Mullica Hill Branch 389 Wolfert Station Road
Parking Lot TD Bank across from American Legion
Parking Lot Harrison Township Elementary School 120 North Main Street
Volunteers
All afternoon volunteers are asked to arrive and check in at 2:00 PM to assist in setting up the site.
Course Maps and Results Links
5K - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2379386
1 Mile - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2380505
Results Link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/150215#resultSetId-404718;perpage:
Wings of Life 5K & 1 Mile Walk
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On September 14th, please join us for the Wings of Life 5K & 1 Mile Walk in memory of all those tragically lost, to recognize the culmination of suicide prevention awareness week.
The 5K run & 1 mile walk will start at 9:00 AM at Ella Harris Park in Mullica Hill. At the finish line, participants will receive a complimentary bracelet and t-shirt.
In the afternoon, join us from 3PM - 7PM at the American Legion for live music, food trucks, and yard games. The live music line-up includes Exit 2, Camo Pants, The Racket and LocastRoth. Attendees should bring chairs and pop-up tents to enjoy the music outdoors.
Our mission is to bring residents together during Suicide Prevention Awareness Week in recognition of an epidemic that impacts so many families across our community. Whether you have lost a loved one, or you or someone you know struggles with mental health, this event serves as an opportunity to bring a light to the darkness.
_Children under 14 can attend the 5k, 1 mile walk or live music event in the afternoon at no cost. Food and beverages are available for purchase._
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Location
Ella Harris Park, 127 Commissioners Rd, Mullica Hill, 08062, NJ, United States
Wings of Life 5k & 1 Mile Walk
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