Captain Gerald F. DeConto, USN Memorial Scholarship 5k

Set in Sandwich, Massachusetts, this memorial 5k Run/Walk benefits a local Navy memorial scholarship fund. The in-person course is a scenic 3.1-mile loop around the Sandwich Marina and beach area, finishing back at Stop & Shop Plaza. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome, with an official timing service.

A virtual option lets participants run or walk anywhere on the weekend. Registration is available online, by mail, or in person, with tee shirts and bibs pickup arranged before race day. The event opens with a memorial tribute, emphasizing community support for scholarships established in memory of a local servicemember. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.