Description

As of 9/21, race shirts are no longer available/included in the registration 

Join Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter as we come together to raise funds for the Cupid Fund. 

The 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

The Cupid Fund is a special fund dedicated to helping our shelter animals that require extraordinary medical treatment. The fund provides care for any animal needing more than the basics- spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchipping. 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

Race Details

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 9:20 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).

The Kiddie Dash is Back!! 

4 years old and under- 25 yard dash
5-7 years old- 50 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- $40 + $5/dog
                                Kids 10 and under $15
                                Kiddie Dash: $12 

To ensure an enjoyable walk for 2 legged and 4 legged participants:

• Please refrain from using Flexi leads, only 6’ leads or less allowed
• All Dogs must be current on shots and no females in heat
• Please do not bring pets whose behavior may endanger others
• Participants must clean up after their pet and provide appropriate feces collection bags for such use. 

Certified 5K Course Link:

https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=NJ16520JHP

Event Schedule

8:30 AM Registration Opens
9:00 AM Kiddie Dash
9:20 AM 5K Run/Walk Start
10:20 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

Awards

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.

Race Bibs

We use Chronotrack RFID systems for chip timing. All awards will be calculated based on chip time, not gun time.

Sponsorships Available!

Email [email protected] to participate!

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