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13th Annual Jigsaw 4 Mile Sun. April 7, 2019
Featuring The John McGorry Irish Mile* (1.27)
In Loving Memory of Pat Petersen
EARLY Packet Pick Up & Register in person at Jackson Hall:
Saturday April 6 3-5PM & Day of Race at E.I. Marina 7-9:15AM
4 Mile Starts 9:30AM Rain or Shine
DONATE OR RAISE $50 TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A $500 TARGET GIFT CARD
Check Out the Fundraising Page by Clicking Here!
EVENT DAY DETAILS:
- 1/4 mile Kiddie Run - 9 AM sharp! $5 per child for pre/same day registration
- 4 Mile Run/Walk - 9:30 AM sharp!
Flat and Furiously fast 4 Mile Run/Walk in local neighborhood with scenic start and finish on Great South Bay! Proceeds support programs on Long Island that work with children diagnosed with Autism.
Check Out the USATF Certified Course HERE
AMENITIES
- Post Event Amenities GALORE & Awesome one of a kind race tee shirt!
- Local & National sponsors!
- Post Race PARTY & RAFFLE at Jackson Hall 335 East Main Street, East Islip, NY.
- Race Award in all age groups! (Something totally Cool)!
FEES, CHECK IN, HOW TO RACE FREE
Register by Midnight 3/16 to Get YOUR name on YOUR BIB
- 4 Mile Open/Teacher Division: $25 Pre-Register - $30 Day of Race
- 4 Mile Virtual Jigsaw: Bib with your name on it, Finisher medal and shipped to your door! You can run this anytime in the month of April (Autism Awareness month). Just email us how you did so we can post your time online!
- 1/4 Mile Kiddie Run 12 & Under: $5
- Create your own fundraising page by Clicking here!
Pre-Race Check In
Packet Pick-up April 6th: Jackson Hall, 335 East Main St, 3-5PM
Day of Race Check In & Sign Up
Pre-Registered Packet Pick Up or Register Day Of 7-9AM at E.I. Marina
Fundraise $50 and get your entry refunded - sign up below and follow the information to create your OWN fundraising page for this year's Jigsaw event!
AWARDS + MCGORRY IRISH MILE
All finishers are Autism Superheroes!
- Individual Awards to Overall M/F runners!
- Top M/F Masters runner!
- Top 3 M/F runners in Age Groups:
8-12, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
- Top overall M & F East Islip Finisher!
- Top overall M & F Teacher!
- Awards to all finishers in 1/4 mile Kiddie Run
*The John McGorry Irish Mile is a 1.27 Mile Race within our Jigsaw Run. It honors John, our friend & official Jigsaw Starter, who we remember in spirit & competition. Awards go to the 1st M/F & 1st Masters M/F to reach the 1.27 mile distance AND complete the Jigsaw 4 Mile Run. (You can win the mile & claim your prize even if you finish Jigsaw in last place!) There is no separate registration for The Irish Mile.
All Jigsaw registrants are eligible to participate in The Irish Mile
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What can/can't I bring to the event?
Dogs/Pets are discouraged at Jigsaw.
- Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Race Director Bea Huste-Petersen b.ejautismfoundation@gmail.com mobile: 631-521-4134
- Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Sorry, no and not refundable
- Can I register the day of the race?
Yes, race day registration is available
- Is their a Packet Pickup site that includes my race number?
Yes, race day packets can be picked up at Jackson Hall April 6 from 3-5
Have questions about 4 Mile Jigsaw Run/Walk for Autism? Contact EJ Autism Foundation
SUPER EASY FUNDRAISING + RUN/WALK FREE
- How do I sign up?
Click 'yes' on the prompt towards the bottom of the page (it is pre-selected as yes) or go to our fundraising page by clicking here
- Can I create a team or join a team?
Yup! Just choose 'team option'. You can even join or create a team AFTER starting to fundraise. You do ALL of this through our fundraising page found by clicking here.
- How do I race for free?
Fundraise ONLY $50 and get your registration refunded onto your card! Just let us know at thetimecrew@elitefeats.com that you have done this AWESOME feat!
- Does fundraising really make me as cool as everyone says it does?
Yes, you are an Autism Rockstar!
FAQ's FOR VIRTUAL RUN
What is a Virtual Run? A Virtual Run is an event that doesn’t require you to be at the actual event. So you don’t have to physically attend our April 22nd 4 Mile Jigsaw Run/Walk for Autism in order to make a difference!
Who is eligible to participate? Anyone!
How much does it cost to register? $30
Can I run for free? Raise $50 and you’ll get an automatic free entry!! Plus, anyone who raises $50 or more is automatically entered in our raffle for a hoodie.
When can I run? Any time in the month of April! Our race will take place on April 22nd but you can complete your virtual run/walk any time in April - it’s Autism awareness month!
Do I have to do the entire Run/Walk in one day?
No, you have the whole month of April to complete your run/walk.
How do I prove that I completed my 4 miles?
Notify your captain (if one has been appointed) and post a pic of yourself upon completion with the hashtag #ejautismsuperhero. If your page is private, email us a copy of your pic and we’ll repost It on our Instagram and Facebook page! Follow us at @ejautism, EJautism and #ejautism!
What do I get when I sign up?
You’ll receive a bib with your name on it and a finishing medal upon completion.
Where do I register? www.ejautismfoundation.org
Can I use this for community service hours?
Yes! Wearing your bib and posting your picture creates Autism Awareness!
FAQ's FOR VIRTUAL RUN STUDENTS
What is a Virtual Run? A Virtual Run is an event that doesn’t require you to be at the actual event. So you don’t have to physically attend our April 22nd 4 Mile Jigsaw Run/Walk for Autism in order to make a difference!
Who is eligible to participate? Anyone!
How much does it cost to register? $15
Can I run for free? Raise $25 and you’ll get an automatic free entry! Plus, anyone who raises $25 or more is automatically entered in our raffle for a hoodie.
When can I run? Any time in the month of April! Our race will take place on April 7th but you can complete your virtual run/walk any time in April - it’s Autism awareness month!
Do I have to do the entire Run/Walk in one day?
No, you have the whole month of April to complete your run/walk.
How do I prove that I completed my 4 miles?
Notify your captain (if one has been appointed) and post a pic of yourself upon completion with the hashtag #ejautismsuperhero. If your page is private, email us a copy of your pic and we’ll repost It on our Instagram and Facebook page! Follow us at @ejautism, EJautism and #ejautism
What do I get when I sign up? You’ll receive a bib with your name on it and a finishing medal upon completion.
Where do I register? www.ejautismfoundation.org
Can I use this for community service hours? Yes! Wearing your bib and posting your picture creates Autism Awareness!!
ANNOUNCING / RESULTS & PHOTOS
Terry Bisogno Professional Announcer "The Voice of Long Island"
LIVE Online/Email/Text Results
FREE: Video & Same-day finish line photos
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