Run for the Woods

Run for the Woods

Piscataway, NJMay 9, 2026

5K
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The 20th annual Run for the Woods 5k is back in the spring! This 5k is a single loop, traversing through the shaded dirt trails of the Rutgers Ecological Preserve. Proceeds benefit forest restoration in the EcoPreserve and the Ecology and Evolution Graduate Student Association. Prizes include running shoes and native plants! Packet pick-up will take place at the RoadRunner Sports in North Brunswick. Parking at the race start is somewhat limited. Those with a Rutgers parking pass should park in any lot on Livingston for which they have a parking pass. Others can register for a temporary pass to park in Lots 103 at this (link coming soon) The nearest restroom is in the Livingston Recreation Center. Please register before Friday, April 18th to guarantee a t-shirt in your preferred size.

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