Run for the Dogs 5k
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Event Overview
The Run for the Dogs 5k is a themed 5k running and walking event. It takes place at Waubonsie Lake Park in Aurora, Illinois. The event is timed and scored by J3 Timing, with live results posted online.
Course and Location
The course runs through Waubonsie Lake Park. The FAQ notes that the course has uneven ground, so caution is advised for participants using strollers. Parking is available at the venue.
Participation and Rules
Participants can run or walk. Leashed pets are welcome. Strollers are permitted but not recommended due to the uneven course terrain. Children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register.
Registration Details
Registration includes several items: a short-sleeve t-shirt, a finisher medal for humans, a dog medal charm, a chip-timed race bib, and finish line treats for dogs. The event also offers free race photos for download after the event.
Packet pickup occurs on race morning, starting one hour before the first start time.
Awards
Age group awards are given. Top honors go to the first overall male and female finishers. The top three finishers in standard age groups also receive awards. There is no awards ceremony; participants must check their results online and pick up any awards from the registration table on the day of the event.
Charity
The event's charity partner is Animals Deserving of Proper Treatment (A.D.O.P.T.), a no-kill animal shelter. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
