EQUINUNK, PA — The Equinunk Watershed Alliance (EWA) will host “Strides II,” the Upper Delaware River 5K run/walk, on September 20, to help fulfill its mission of protecting and enhancing the Equinunk watershed. Last year EWA partnered with the Upper Delaware Council (UDC) to celebrate its 25th anniversary, and it was a success.

Food and drink are complimentary for all participants, and available for family and friends at a low cost. There will be T-shirts, awards and prizes.

EWA was established as a viable 501 (c) 3 non-profit in 2011 in response to several flood disasters over the past 10 years that have left creeks and streams in dangerous disequilibrium. This poses a significant threat not only to people and property, but to the ecosystem as a whole. By creating a greater sense of awareness concerning the social, economic, cultural, historical and environmental impacts of these issues, it hopes to gain funding to repair the damage caused by the flooding.

The Equinunk Watershed contains 57.5 square miles (36,818.6 acres) of mountainous terrain with many lakes and small streams. It includes Buckingham, Manchester and Preston townships in Wayne County. By partnering with the Wayne Conservation District, EWA continually helps to monitor the two streams (Equinunk Creek and Factory Creek) that drain this entire area. In addition, EWA works with the Upper Delaware Council (UDC) since both streams are direct tributaries to the Upper Delaware Wild and Scenic River.