Sunday October 15th, 2023
Bridgewater, NJ
Official WebsiteThe Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS) and a wag of a great time! The annual event draws animal lovers from all over to share the day with and in honor of four-legged friends. In addition to the official 5K event, the day includes vendors, a K-9 demonstration, food, and of course, a chance to meet FURiends.
The Cupid Fund is a special fund dedicated to helping our shelter animals that are in need of extraordinary medical treatment. The fund provides care for any animal needing more than the the basics which include spay/neuter and vaccines. All medical tests, blood work, specialist consults, surgery, treatment of illnesses, etc. are paid for by donations to FOSRAS Cupid Fund. Please visit our website at: https://www.fosras.com
Friends, participants, and canines will run/walk the flat trails and picturesque backdrop of the flat, fast, USATF-NJ Certified Course at Duke Island Park. There will be Overall Winner Awards and Age Group Awards. Walk or run with your dog! Dogs can join the race starting at 9:30 AM and are required to start at the back of the starting group behind the runners. Registered dogs receive a doggy goody bag (while supplies last).
4 years old and under- 25 yard dash
5-7 years old- 75 yard dash
All kiddie dash participants will receive a finisher prize
Participants registered by September 15th are guaranteed a t-shirt or long sleeve shirt. During registration there is an option to forgo the t-shirt.
Day of registration: Run/Walk- $35 + $5/dog
Kids 10 and under $15
Kiddie Dash: $12
To ensure an enjoyable walk for 2 legged and 4 legged participants:
Certified 5K Course Link:
https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=NJ16520JHP
8:30 AM Registration Opens
9:15 AM Kiddie Dash
9:45 AM 5k Run/Walk Start
10:30 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM K9 Demonstration
11:15 AM Doggy Costume Contest
9:00-12:00 PM Vendors open
Vendors will be available until 12 PM
Overall 1st place 5k - Male & Female
Overall 2nd place 5k - Male & Female
Overall 3rd place 5k - Male & Female
Age categories
Top 3 5k finishers, male & female in various age categories.
We use Chronotrack RFID systems for chip timing. All awards will be calculated based on chip time, not gun time.
Email [email protected] to participate!
Website
Race Distances |
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5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry | Click to Find Out | Register » |
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5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry | Click to Find Out | Register » |
Dog Only (If more than 2 dogs) | Click to Find Out | Register » |
5K Walk/Run Human + 2 Dogs | Click to Find Out | Register » |
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5K Walk/Run Human | Click to Find Out | Register » |
5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry | Click to Find Out | Register » |
5K Run/Walk Human Entry | Click to Find Out | Register » |
5k Run/Walk Human + 1 Dog | Click to Find Out | Register » |
5K Run/Walk Human + 2 Dogs | Click to Find Out | Register » |
Dog Only Entry (If entering more than 2 dogs) | Click to Find Out | Register » |
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