
From the Organizer
In Memory of Robert Coombs & David Douglass
This is the 24th year of the consolidation of the Robert Coombs Memorial Bay Run and the David C. Douglass, Sr. Memorial Race. This year’s edition featured event is a certified 5-mile race as well as a 2-mile health run/walk. Both courses are scenic and are located primarily along the beautiful Delaware Bay.
Proceeds will benefit the Special Olympics of South Jersey
For more information call
Lower Township Recreation Center
(609) 886-7880 ext. 9
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Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Coombs/Douglass Memorial Bay Run (5 Mile & 2 Mile), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Coombs/Douglass Memorial Bay Run (5 Mile & 2 Mile)
Aug 1, 2026