GSNC Announces First Annual Thin Mint Sprint 5K and Family Fun Walk

Girl Scouts of Nassau County (GSNC) announced today that their inaugural Thin Mint Sprint 5K Run and Family Fun Walk, will take place on Saturday, September 15th, 2024 at Jones Beach State Park on Field 1. This event will offer avid runners, walkers and families a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Jones Beach during Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend, all while raising money for the GSNC Family Partnership giving campaign.

“The Thin Mint Sprint has been something we’ve wanted to have for a while now, and we are excited to finally announce that registration is officially open!” said Rande Bynum, CEO of Girl Scouts Nassau County. “We hope that this event will inspire families to gather in support of empowering the next generation of leaders as they enjoy the beauty of one of New York’s states parks. We hope to see this event become an annual fun-filled tradition. Whether it is running in the 5K with friends, walking one mile with your family, or enjoying the activity fair, any participation will help provide girls with experiences that builds courage, confidence and character.”

All proceeds from this event will benefit Girl Scouts of Nassau County’s Family Partnership giving campaign to ensure all girls can participate in Girl Scouting regardless of background or economic status to provide for membership fees, uniform components, books, badges and supplies for girls in need.

The 5K Thin Mint Sprint is open to runners of all ages and will begin at 8:30 a.m. Registrants for the in-person option will receive a Thin Mint Sprint event t-shirt, Thin Mint Sprint finisher medal, Thin Mint Sprint race bib, a timing chip, entry into the family activity fair, and most importantly, a box of Girl Scout Cookies. Those who choose to participate virtually will receive a Thin Mint Sprint event t-shirt and a Thin Mint Sprint finisher medal via mail. Both options have a registration fee of $45 through August 25th, with the fee increasing afterwards. The Family Fun One Mile Walk is open to all ages and will begin at 9:30 a.m. Registrants will receive a Thin Mint Sprint event t-shirt, entry into the family activity fair, and of course, a box of Girl Scout Cookies. The fee for the family walk is $25 through August 25th, with the fee increasing afterwards.

The Thin Mint Sprint will help Girl Scouts of Nassau County continue their mission to help build a better world. By participating in the event, families will give girls the opportunity to discover their passions and make lifelong friendships through the Girl Scouts of Nassau County community. To participate or become an event sponsor of the Thin Mint Sprint, please visit www.gsnc.org/thin-mint-sprint.

For more information about Girl Scouts of Nassau County and the many events they hold throughout the year, or to join, volunteer, reconnect, or donate visit www.gsnc.org.