Events
5K Run/Walk
Joseph Ennesser
Joe Ennesser had a love for the Town of Wappinger and devotion to its youth. As one of Wappinger’s most dedicated volunteers, Joe was a caring and active resident for close to 50 years. Not only was Joe past president of the Town of Wappinger Little League, Joe coached for close to 20 years. He was instrumental in beginning the Girls' Softball program and the Big League in the 70's. He was a proud part of the league when the boys brought home a New York State Championship in 1970.
Joe spent many years giving back to his community as a long-time sports and recreation volunteer. He dedicated countless hours to the Town’s Recreation Committee and was the chair of the Wappinger Greenway Committee. Passionate about the Wappinger Greenway Trail, Joe worked tirelessly to secure dozens of grants to connect the historic and scenic aspects of the Village of Wappingers Falls, New Hamburg, and the Chelsea hamlet.
Joe was a co-founder of the Sports Museum of Dutchess County and was inducted into the Museum’s Hall of Fame in 1985 for his work to expand the Town of Wappinger’s recreation programs. He also worked with Boy Scouts and Eagle Scouts candidates on many projects that benefitted town parks. In addition to his countless hours of volunteer work, his hobbies included boating and fishing. He was at home on the water.
For all that Joe did, and for the truly good man that he was, this race is named in his honor.
Description
We are inviting you to join us in supporting veteran causes by running or walking in a live, in-person race at 8:00AM.
Benefiting Veterans Causes In Partnership With The Town of Wappinger
Some of the groups the Wappinger Veterans Advisory fundraising programs benefit include: Castle Point groups, veteran mothers-to-be, veteran women in need, and homeless and distressed male and female veterans. Funding is also needed for the Dutchess County Veteran’s Organization who frequently fields calls, and the Dutchess Community College veteran’s care leader who handles help requests.
Registrants will receive a custom t-shirt (t-shirts not guaranteed for registrations after 4/5/2024)!
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, April 12, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wappinger Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Place
Van Wyck Ln
Wappingers Falls, NY US 12590
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Race Location
Van Wyck trail parking, next to 3 Van Wyck Ln, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
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