All Paws on the Ground 5K
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All Paws on the Ground 5K
All Paws on the Ground 5K takes place at Uncle John's Cider Mill farm in Saint Johns, MI as part of the Dog Daze of Summer event. The event supports the organizer's nonprofit mission and includes on-site activities, vendors, a family scavenger hunt, a pup cup station, and a frisbee challenge.
Distances and formats:
- 5K in-person course within the Uncle John's Cider Mill farm.
- Virtual 5K (3.1 miles) run or walk at the participant's chosen location; shirt and medal mailed.
- Young Pups Kids' Dash not timed for children of various ages.
Registration opens December 2, 2025. In-person registration closes July 30, 2026; virtual registration closes August 15, 2026. The in-person entry fee is $30 and the virtual entry fee is $40. Shirts and participation medals are guaranteed for registrations completed by July 30; after that date items are available while supplies last. Shipping for mailed items is included with the virtual option.
Additional notes: families registering three or more people together receive a $5 per person discount. Dogs on leash are welcome but may be asked to leave if they become disruptive. There will not be an awards ceremony; participation medals are distributed as participants finish. The event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit and registrations are nonrefundable. Donation options offer entry discounts, including a free entry option tied to a $100 donation under the stated terms. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
