Event Description

Looking for a new venue in which to celebrate YOUR Irish heritage (even if you only have a sliver or a distant great, great grandparent) then look no further. Them again, perhaps you heard the rumors of the "running faithful", those that are out running and chatting through their weekends, and wanted to see what all the “hubbub” was about… you found them. Put them together and it’s time for a GREEN and GOLD celebration. But first, why is the event called the "Sham Rock and a Hard Place 5K"? I'll tell you. Passaic County Technical Institute, PCTI is located at the top of Preakness Avenue in Wayne. If you know the area there are varying degrees of elevation across the campus. It's simply not flat. Not the worst inclines by any means, just "hard". So jogging and walking are quite acceptable options for this “hard place”. The venue (facilities) on the other hand is quite impressive. The PCTI campus (closed to traffic which makes it super safe) is quite something to look at provided all its amenities. It’s something of a small college rather than a high school and there is a nice warm place to congregate (should it be chilly), just off outside the start/finish (its common) BEFORE and AFTER hitting the asphalt. As with prior PCTI events the following amenities will be provided: Refreshments: Hot Bagels, Fruit, Hot Chocolate, Bottled Water Awards: Age Group Awards (no Overalls): 19&Under, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70-79,80-89,90+ .. 1st, 2nd and 3rd, M & F. We will look to further divide/align the 19&Under AG based on participation.