Boots On the Ground Charity Fun Walk-Run 5K or 10k

The “Boots on The Ground” race consists of a 5k family-oriented fun walk or run, as well as a more demanding 10k run (twice around the 5k course) starting at 9:00 AM with an Honor Guard Salute. Hosted in incorporation by both Lt. Charles A. Meyer, American Legion Post 86, Newton, NJ, and Skylands Stadium, Augusta, NJ.  The sports campus is perfectly suited for the race in that it is flat. The race route is primarily asphalt with some gravel or sand areas. Especially inside of the baseball field near the warning track.

 Lt. Charles A. Meyer, American Legion Post 86, a community-oriented post, serves veterans and their families by directly supporting local homeless veteran organizations, the Boy Scouts of America, local student academic grants, and donations to local first responders.

Skylands Stadium, the home of the Sussex County Miners professional baseball team, is located in the heart of rural Sussex County in Augusta, New Jersey. The stadium and surrounding facilities have been recently renovated, offering exciting sporting events, tradeshows, and fun, affordable family entertainment all year round. Amenities include:

• Upgraded 4,200-seat stadium
• 3 concessions stations
• Multi-purpose 17,000-square foot indoor Event Center (1,400+ people)
• 5,000-square foot outdoor Pavilion (300+ people)
• Cigar Deck with VIP seating for up to 100 guests
• 10 fully furnished, private air-conditioned luxury suites with bars and HDTVs
• wheelHouse Craft Kitchen + Bar, an upscale 80-seat restaurant
• The Backyard Place, a 3-acre play and party area complete with the Miners Express train, Gemstone Mining Sluice, bounce house, and carnival games
• The Company Store, the Miners shop for official team gear and merchandise
• Catering by Krave Events, one of New Jersey’s top caterers
• Spacious 20-acre parking lot is suitable for outdoor events such as car shows and festivals

Indoor and outdoor rental spaces are available for corporate and community functions.

The event aims to raise awareness and support for our veterans. Both Lt. Charles A. Meyer, American Legion Post 86, and Skylands Stadium believe veterans transitioning back to civilian life appreciate and deserve the support of a welcoming community. Join us to show them we welcome and support them. Your entrance fees will go a long way in providing educational resources and economic support for our veterans.

Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Boots On the Ground Charity Fun Walk-Run 5K or 10k. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Augusta.