Makin’ Strides for Strays

Makin’ Strides for Strays Race Information

<h2><a title="Photos" href="https://nated.smugmug.com/Dog-Friends/Strides-2025" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">All Makin&#39; Strides for Strays 2025 photos can be found here! &#x1f4f7;</span></a></h2> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Since 1989, A.D.O.P.T. has placed over 30,000 animals into loving homes. Our staff and volunteers work tirelessly to provide pets not just life-saving care, but also the love and respect that they deserve. Makin&#39; Strides for Strays helps us continue our commitment to rescue, compassionate care, and uniting pets with loving families &#34;<em>Until Every Pet Has A Home</em>.&#34;</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Support our mission by joining us for our cornerstone event!  Participants can enjoy a timed 5K walk or run, followed by a vibrant family festival including music, unique vendors, contests, games, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Whether you&#39;re a pet lover, a foodie, or simply looking for a fun day out, Makin&#39; Strides for Strays promises something for everyone. Bring your loved ones (pets included) and join us to make a difference in the lives of our shelter animals.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Every dollar raised for Makin&#39; Strides for Strays ensures A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter has the resources to care for and protect every animal that comes through our doors. Please consider giving what you can - either through a donation or by joining us and helping us raise money for this life-saving cause. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Your support today will make second chances possible for the animals that need us most. Together, we can make a better world. Thank you for your kindness and generosity!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>What to Expect:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Scenic Course</strong>: Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk/run around Mastodon Lake.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Family Festival</strong>: Makin’ Strides for Strays isn’t just a 5k, it’s a fest for the whole family (dogs included)! Grab a bite to eat, shop our vendors, register for a dog contest, partake in family-friendly activities &amp; more!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Celebrate A.D.O.P.T.</strong>: Join us in 2025 as we celebrate the 32nd year of this beloved event!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Team Spirit</strong>: Team up with friends or Fido and conquer the 3.1 miles together.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Post-Race Party</strong>:</span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> Celebrate your achievement with live music, delicious food and beverages, and plenty of high fives.</span><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><strong>Registration includes a Strides t-shirt, A.D.O.P.T. Bandana, Swag Bag &amp; admission (while supplies last).</strong></span> </h5> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong><em>There is no fee to attend the fest, but donations are encouraged!</em></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><strong>UNABLE TO ATTEND?</strong></span></h5> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">That&#39;s okay! Walk or run in your own neighborhood on June 1st or stay home and gather donations to support A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">5K Day-of Registration is $45.</span><em><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> </span></strong></em></p> <p> </p> <p><em><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race packet pick-up will start Thursday, 5/29, 4 - 7 p.m., Friday, 5/30, noon - 7 p.m. and 8:30 on race day. <br />(Thursday and Friday pick-up at A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.)</span></em></p> <p> </p> <h2><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )"><strong>We encourage all participants to fundraise for the shelter! </strong></span></h2> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$250 ➡ A.D.O.P.T. Crossbody Bag. </span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$500 ➡ Crossbody bag PLUS your name added to a Walkathon Plaque at our shelter.</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">$1000 ➡ Above items PLUS a tile with the wording of your choice at our shelter. </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <h4><strong><span style="color:rgb( 35 , 111 , 161 )">5K AWARDS</span></strong></h4> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">First place awards to the top Male and Female finishers! </span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Medals will be awarded to the 1st &amp; 2nd Male &amp; Female 5K participants in these categories: </span></h5> <h5><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">9 &amp; under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 &amp; over.</span></h5>