The Inevitable Downward Trajectory of the Other Shoe

Thursday afternoon, news whose arrival I had anticipated for a week or so, reached my doorstep.   The SL5 Committee's decision is understandable.  I agree with it wholeheartedly.  Knowing it is the  right decision though does not make it any less sad.                                                                    The Spring Lake 5 Mile Run                                                                       Update March 19, 2020

Dear Spring Lake Five Registered Participants, We have been monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic very closely  as it relates to The Spring Lake Five Mile Run and Kids Race.   After careful consideration and consultation with the Spring Lake Office of  Emergency Management we regretfully have to inform you  that this years' races have been postponed.  Our Trustees, Committee  Members and Borough Mayor and Council are exploring all possibilities  for rescheduling our events at a later date. The Friends of the Spring Lake Five, LLC is a 501(c )3 not for profit corporation.   We are sensitive to the affects this situation has on our Charity Partners  as well as all the organizations that benefit from the race.   Our primary concern has to be the health and safety of our running community,  their families, our volunteers, spectators and the residents of Spring Lake.   This a fluid situation and as soon as we have any news, we will immediately  notify all registered participants, update the website and post the news on  social media. We look forward to running with all of you soon.  Very Truly Yours, Edwin J. Hale SL5 Race Director -AK