Back the Blue K-9 1 Mile run/walk
- Date Thu 11th September 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Pickens, South Carolina
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Back the Blue K-9 1 Mile Run/Walk on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in downtown Pickens! This vibrant event, now in its fourth year, welcomes both runners and walkers, with a special category for those who want to bring their furry friends along. Participants will have the chance to compete for awards, including cash prizes for the top three male and female runners, as well as the top five runners with dogs. A unique award will also be presented to the first First Responder in uniform to cross the finish line.
The race begins in front of the 1st Baptist Church, right across from Main Street, and finishes at The Open Door, creating a lively and supportive atmosphere. With music by The Jaguar 4 setting the tone, this dog-friendly event promises to be a memorable day for the whole family. Don’t miss out on the finisher medals and age group awards given out every 10 years! Be sure to register before September 1st to guarantee your tee shirt, and join us in supporting the Pickens City K-9 unit with every step you take!
The race begins in front of the 1st Baptist Church, right across from Main Street, and finishes at The Open Door, creating a lively and supportive atmosphere. With music by The Jaguar 4 setting the tone, this dog-friendly event promises to be a memorable day for the whole family. Don’t miss out on the finisher medals and age group awards given out every 10 years! Be sure to register before September 1st to guarantee your tee shirt, and join us in supporting the Pickens City K-9 unit with every step you take!
Organiser's Description
We are back for the fourth year for this race/walk. There will be 2 categories, runners/walkers and runners/walkers with dogs. Awards will be given to the top three male and female runners and the top five runners with dogs regardless of gender. A special award will be given to the 1st First Responder to cross the line in uniform. Age group awards will be given out at 10 year intervals. All participants will receive a finisher medal. It is a dog friendly event for a good cause and should not be missed. Feel free to bring your well behaved dog with you.
The race will begin in downtown Pickens across the street from Main St. in front of the 1st Baptist Church. The race will finish at The Open Door [https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Open-Door-61560024930186/]. Music will be provided by The Jaguar 4 [https://www.reverbnation.com/Jaguar4Band]. All proceeds from the race will go to the Pickens City K-9 unit.
Cash awards for the top 3 runners
1st place $150
2nd Place $100
3rd Place $50
Packet pickup is Thursday night 4:30-5:45pm Sept 11, 2025.in front of the 1st Baptist Church
Tee shirts will be guaranteed for all registrants before Sept 1st Registrations after Sept 1stwill not receive a tee shirt. Tee shirts must be picked up at packet pickup.
The race will begin in downtown Pickens across the street from Main St. in front of the 1st Baptist Church. The race will finish at The Open Door [https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Open-Door-61560024930186/]. Music will be provided by The Jaguar 4 [https://www.reverbnation.com/Jaguar4Band]. All proceeds from the race will go to the Pickens City K-9 unit.
Cash awards for the top 3 runners
1st place $150
2nd Place $100
3rd Place $50
Packet pickup is Thursday night 4:30-5:45pm Sept 11, 2025.in front of the 1st Baptist Church
Tee shirts will be guaranteed for all registrants before Sept 1st Registrations after Sept 1stwill not receive a tee shirt. Tee shirts must be picked up at packet pickup.
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