Tails & Trails 5K
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Tails & Trails 5K
The Tails & Trails 5K is an annual event held at Independence Oaks in Clarkston, Michigan. The course leads participants along the trails within the park. This event serves as a fundraiser for Great Lakes Dog Rescue, an organization that provides shelter and medical care for adoptable dogs from animal control facilities and owner surrenders.
The event features two distinct distances:
- 5K running race
- 1K Cat Walk
The event is open to both runners and walkers of all ages. Participants are permitted to bring dogs or cats to the races provided the animals have a current license and are kept on a 6-foot leash. Owners are required to maintain control of their pets throughout the duration of the event.
All participants in both the 5K and the 1K receive a race medal. If the supply of medals is exhausted on-site, they are mailed to participants after the event. T-shirts are also distributed while supplies last. In addition to the races, a family fun zone and various activities are available on-site. Local animal-related businesses, including groomers and markets, are present during the festivities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
