Dog Days of Summer

Saturday, June 22, 2024 Past event

10:00 AM EDT

North East, Pennsylvania

$5.00–$10.00 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the Dog Days of Summer Race on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the beautiful Harborcreek Community Park in North East, Erie. This fun-filled event invites you to bring your furry friend along for a chip-timed 5K race or enjoy a more leisurely option of completing one or more loops of 0.7 miles. With a focus on promoting cardiovascular fitness in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, this event is perfect for dog owners who love to stay active while spending quality time with their pets.

Race day kicks off with packet pickup starting at 8:30 AM, followed by the race beginning at 10:00 AM. Participants can look forward to refreshments, water, and Gatorade at the finish line, along with tasty treats for their canine companions. While there are no trophies or prize money, all race times will be posted, and the proceeds will benefit the Anna Shelter, making this event not only enjoyable but also a great way to give back to the community. Remember, all dogs must be leashed and owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. Don't miss this pawsome opportunity to race with your dog and support a worthy cause!

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Jun 17, 2023

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Races

5k Run/Walk

Unisex T-shirt

Event Description: The starts and ends near the Clark Road entrance. Strollers are welcome but will need to start at the back! Dogs are allowed on the course but must be on a leash.

10:00 AM EDT

$10.00

Entries closed
Dog Days of Summer Fun Walk

Unisex T-shirt

7/10 of a mile paved loop.

10:00 AM EDT

$5.00

Entries closed

Organiser's description

The Erie Runners Dog Days of Summer Race

Location Clark Road Entrance to Harborcreek Community Park.

This race will be chip-timed for the 5K. There will be an option to do one or more loops of .7 miles if your dog can not do a 5K There will be no support on the course so please bring water if needed during the 5K. There will be refreshments, water, and Gatorade as well as treats/water for the dogs at the finish.

Shirt is optional for additional charge.

The primary purpose of this event is to promote cardiovascular fitness in a safe, relaxed and friendly environment. This is a race to be able to bring your dog on a leash. All dogs must be leashed at all times. Owners must pick up after their dogs. There are no trophies or prize money to be handed out but times for the 5K will be posted. Proceeds will go to the Anna Shelter.

Packet pickup will be at the race starting at 8:30 AM. Race start will be at 10:00 AM.

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