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Summer Fun Walks/Runs for Long Island Kids & Families

6/6/16 - By Jaime Sumersille

Summer is here and since s'mores and ice cream is sure to be on the menu, families will need an extra incentive to stay active and fit. You can have fun--and even raise money for a worthy cause--at these fun runs and walks across Long Island. For more family-friendly activities, check out our Events Calendar and Outdoor Guide.

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Northport Nautical Mile Race
June 18, 2016, 9am
Laurel Avenue School, 158 Laurel Ave., Northport
The Northport Nautical Mile is a fun and fast downhill 1.15 miles that celebrates and promotes Northport’s nautical nature, village charm and community spirit. There will be an unofficial clock at the one mile mark.

8th Annual Jimi Gubelli - 5K Run/Walk
June 25, 2016, 8am
Masone Beach, Waterford Road, Island Park
This is a 5K Run/Walk through scenic Island Park, rain or shine. Flat and fast course with personalized finish line announcing and computerized chip timing.

Oakdale Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
July 4, 2016, 9am
Dowling College, 150 Idle Hour Blvd., Islip
​Rain or shine walk through Idle Hour.

26th Annual Westhampton Beach Joe Koziarz Memorial 5K
July 16, 2016, 8am
Westhampton Beach Village, 170 Main St.
This 3.1 mile (5K) course that runs through the scenic roads and lanes of the Village of Westhampton Beach. Personalized finish line announcing.

5K Breast Cancer Run
August 20, 2016, 8:30am
​Westfield Sunrise Mall, 1 Sunrise Mall, Massapequa
A scenic 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles) through local neighborhoods.

 

Please check back as we will be adding to the list as the summer progresses.

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About the Author

Jaime Sumersille
Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.
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