The Essex Running Club and Fleet Feet Montclair would like to invite you to this special event in memory of Doug Williams. Doug was a former Montclair resident and beloved member of the Essex Running Club who was killed by a hit and run driver on Upper Mountain Avenue in October 2011. Doug would have turned 62 years old on May 22 this year.

Join us for an in person fun run at Fleet Feet Montclair on Sun, May 26 or you can complete the event virtually. There is a special 8 mile memorial route passing by several landmarks in remembrance of Doug or two shorter routes (5K and 10K). The cost is only $10 per person or you can make a donation to support the scholarship if you are unable to run. Everyone who registers or makes a donation will be entered in a raffle for a $50 Fleet Feet gift card. 

Click on the links below to view the suggested routes. Maps and directions will be available on the day of the event. The 8 mile route will also be marked with flags at every turn. Water and Gatorade will be available on the 8 mile and 10K routes at the corner of Park St and Mt Hebron Rd. There will be some light refreshments back at Fleet Feet after the run.

All of the proceeds from the event will go towards the memorial scholarships awarded every year in Doug’s honor to recognize two deserving college bound seniors at Montclair High School who have been outstanding in track and cross country while demonstrating academic excellence, leadership and community service. This will be the 13th year we have awarded this scholarship!