ARF 5K RUN/ WALK WITH THE DOGS

Join the Annual ARF 5K RUN & WALK With The Dogs and help save the lives of hundreds of cats and dogs! This event is Beacon's only nonprofit sporting event dedicated to saving animals' lives. On this day, animal lovers and athletes of all ages lace up and hit the pavement in support of ARF where 100% of the profits go to support the animals We are happy to announce a new event: The 1K KIDS FUN RUN is open to children ages 3-10. 1K participants will receive a prize. 

Important Participant Info:
– Register by April 30, 2024, to receive early bird registration pricing and be guaranteed your ARF Run & Walk with the Dogs swag.
– Swag may be available to participants who registered after this date while supplies last.
– ARF Run & Walk with the Dogs is held rain or shine, and all registration fees are non-refundable.  
– Strollers are allowed on the race course.
– Dogs that are non-aggressive toward people and other animals are welcomed on the 5K race course. All dogs must be current on their vaccinations and always leashed. The use of retractable leashes, including bungy-style leashes, is prohibited at any time. Each adult participant may be accompanied by one (1) dog and that dog will receive an event dog tag. – Dogs are not permitted to participate in the 1K Kids Fun Run.   Race Day Schedule: 7:00 AM – Volunteers Check-In 8:00 AM – Sponsors & Vendors Check-In  9:00 AM – Day of Registration & Packet Pickup 9:30 AM – Welcome Remarks from COB Official Followed by the Best Dog In Costume Contest & Awards by COB Parks & Recreation Director
        ➢Most Original Costume Creation
        ➢Most Hilarious Costume   10:00 AM (approx) – 1K Kids Fun Run  10:15 AM (approx) – 5K Race Start  10:40 AM (approx) – Awards will be announced as results come in 11:00 AM – Raffles Drawings & Sponsors Giveaways (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN)