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Estella's Memorial 5k Race to Cure Pancreatic Cancer

Sat November 15, 2025 Yaphank, NY 11980 US Directions

Events

5k

$23.16 incl. $3.16 Fee 9:00AM EST Price increases after September 24, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

350 Yaphank Ave
Yaphank, NY US 11980

Description

Join us for the inaugural Estella’s Memorial 5K Race to Cure Pancreatic Cancer.
Come together with family and friends for a meaningful cause in loving memory of Estella
Clasen hosted by Bohemia Track Club. This special event is a fundraiser for the Lustgarten
Foundation, supporting groundbreaking research in the fight against pancreatic cancer.
Enjoy a scenic, family-friendly 5K run/walk through the beautiful grounds of the Suffolk County
Farm and Education Center, operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk
County. This unique venue offers a picturesque backdrop with its open fields, and educational
farm setting. Come run, walk, or cheer—and help make a difference in the fight against
pancreatic cancer. Every step supports a future with better treatments and hope for a cure.


Please Note: Due to the presence of farm animals, dogs are not permitted on the farm at any
time.

About Estella

Estella Clasen taught physical education at the Central Islip School District for 33 years. Significantly, Estella did not just teach the importance of exercise and fitness, she exemplified it and was an excellent role model for her many hundreds of students. Besides being a devoted runner and race walker for over 40 years, she was also an accomplished ballroom dancer, competing in National Amateur DanceSport Championships. Estella was also a long-time member of the Bohemia Track Club where she once served as president and continued to act as membership director until her passing. Let’s win this “Race to Cure Pancreatic Cancer” to lessen or prevent the future suffering of so many victims of this terrible disease.

 

Awards

Top 3 Overall and Masters Finishers receive a farm pumpkin! 


Age group awards to the top 3 finishers U20, 20-29, and continuing in ten-year age groups.

Post Race Refreshments

Out of respect for the venue and the environment, refreshments will be limited to foods in their natural packaging. Please help us keep the area clean by carrying out any trash you bring in.


Thank you for your cooperation!

Charitable Beneficiary

The Lustgarten Foundation. Transform pancreatic cancer into a curable disease.
Thank you for joining us in transforming pancreatic cancer into a curable disease. Your support of the Lustgarten Foundation helps pave the way for advancements in earlier detection, new drug development, and personalized medicine. Donate with confidence knowing your gift supports life-saving pancreatic cancer research.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will be held on race day morning. Beginning at 7:45 am until 8:45 am. Race starts promptly at 9:00 am.

Parking

Ample parking is available at the farm, located at 350 Yaphank Ave. Yaphank, NY 11980

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