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Jones Beach State Park Field 5
- 2400 Ocean Pkwy W.,
Jones Beach,
NY
Do I need to register for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer?
All participants (excluding children) must register for this event. This can be done beforehand online, through our website, or mobile app., or at the event, by visiting one of our check-in stations at field 5. You can also register over the phone by calling 800-227-2345 option 4.
Is there a registration fee?
There are no registration fees, or fundraising minimums to attend. Fundraising is strongly encouraged!
Are there community service hours available for volunteers and walkers?
You can earn 5 hours of community service by volunteering or walking with us! Students receive 5 hours for participating and can pick up their form at the Field 5 check-in tent.
What fundraising resources do you offer?
Great question! We have so many available in our forms and docs section on the greeting page of our website. Scroll to the bottom to check them out. Visit our fundraising resource page to find more information or contact us directly at LongIslandNYStrides@cancer.org
Is the walk wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the walk is wheelchair accessible!
What time should I arrive?
The walk itself has a rolling start, from 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and ends approximately at noon. This means you can arrive and walk any time during this window.
Where do I park?
You can park at any open parking field and start the walk from any point on the boardwalk and still walk the entire route. This ensures that you will finish your walk exactly where you parked. Make sure to take a picture of your parking lot number, so you know where your car is at the end of the event. The main festival area is in Parking Field 5. Field 4 is the closest to 5 if you need to seek additional parking.
Where do we walk?
Jones Beach, participants can start the walk from any point on the boardwalk and still walk the entire route. This ensures that you will finish your walk exactly where you parked. See below for picture of the walk route! We all walk together, but our event is not a race. Stop whenever you want or need to. You absolutely do not need to complete the entire walk if you are unable. The walk concludes when the final walker crosses the finish line.
How long is the walk?
The walk is approximately 5 miles. You can take breaks and turn around at any time. This is a noncompetitive walk. We'll walk rain or shine, and recommend wearing weather appropriate layers and footwear.
Do you allow pets?
While we love all pets, no pets are allowed at the walk. The only exception are service dogs. We ask that you leave your fur baby at home, as they are not permitted at Jones Beach State Park.
Are strollers permitted?
Strollers are permitted at the walk.
Will there be refreshments?
We do have some refreshments at the walk, including a bottle of water and light snack, free for all walkers. You can purchase coffee from our booth for $1.00.
I have donations. Where do I drop them off?
All donations (cash and check) can be turned in at either check-in tent - located at Field 5. Please only turn in donations at these designated tents.
I want some merch! Can I purchase merch at the walk?
We do have Strides gear available for purchase at the Field 5 Strides Store tent.
Do I need to register for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer?
All participants (excluding children) must register for this event. This can be done beforehand online, through our website, or mobile app., or at the event, by visiting one of our check-in stations at field 5. You can also register over the phone by calling 800-227-2345 option 4.
Is there a registration fee?
There are no registration fees, or fundraising minimums to attend. Fundraising is strongly encouraged!
Are there community service hours available for volunteers and walkers?
You can earn 5 hours of community service by volunteering or walking with us! Students receive 5 hours for participating and can pick up their form at the Field 5 check-in tent.
What fundraising resources do you offer?
Great question! We have so many available in our forms and docs section on the greeting page of our website. Scroll to the bottom to check them out. Visit our fundraising resource page to find more information or contact us directly at LongIslandNYStrides@cancer.org
Is the walk wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the walk is wheelchair accessible!
What time should I arrive?
The walk itself has a rolling start, from 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and ends approximately at noon. This means you can arrive and walk any time during this window.
Where do I park?
You can park at any open parking field and start the walk from any point on the boardwalk and still walk the entire route. This ensures that you will finish your walk exactly where you parked. Make sure to take a picture of your parking lot number, so you know where your car is at the end of the event. The main festival area is in Parking Field 5. Field 4 is the closest to 5 if you need to seek additional parking.
Where do we walk?
Jones Beach, participants can start the walk from any point on the boardwalk and still walk the entire route. This ensures that you will finish your walk exactly where you parked. See below for picture of the walk route! We all walk together, but our event is not a race. Stop whenever you want or need to. You absolutely do not need to complete the entire walk if you are unable. The walk concludes when the final walker crosses the finish line.
How long is the walk?
The walk is approximately 5 miles. You can take breaks and turn around at any time. This is a noncompetitive walk. We'll walk rain or shine, and recommend wearing weather appropriate layers and footwear.
Do you allow pets?
While we love all pets, no pets are allowed at the walk. The only exception are service dogs. We ask that you leave your fur baby at home, as they are not permitted at Jones Beach State Park.
Are strollers permitted?
Strollers are permitted at the walk.
Will there be refreshments?
We do have some refreshments at the walk, including a bottle of water and light snack, free for all walkers. You can purchase coffee from our booth for $1.00.
I have donations. Where do I drop them off?
All donations (cash and check) can be turned in at either check-in tent - located at Field 5. Please only turn in donations at these designated tents.
I want some merch! Can I purchase merch at the walk?
We do have Strides gear available for purchase at the Field 5 Strides Store tent.