Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Elyria, Ohio
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, in Elyria, Lorain! This vibrant event features a timed 5K run for those looking to test their speed, along with a 1-mile dog walk perfect for families and pet lovers alike. Don't own a dog? No worries! You can "rent" a shelter dog for the walk—first come, first served!
Registration starts at 8 a.m., with the 5K kicking off at 9 a.m. and the 1-mile walk following shortly after. Celebrate your achievements as winners are announced by 9:45 a.m. Participants can look forward to a race shirt and post-race refreshments. With awards for the top three male and female finishers and age category winners, this is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community and compassion. All proceeds from the event support the important mission of Friendship APL, ensuring a brighter future for animals in need. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Registration starts at 8 a.m., with the 5K kicking off at 9 a.m. and the 1-mile walk following shortly after. Celebrate your achievements as winners are announced by 9:45 a.m. Participants can look forward to a race shirt and post-race refreshments. With awards for the top three male and female finishers and age category winners, this is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community and compassion. All proceeds from the event support the important mission of Friendship APL, ensuring a brighter future for animals in need. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Organiser's Description
FAPL 5K DOGGY DASH & 1 MILE DOG WALK
EVENTS:
5K Run - timed
1 Mile Dog Walk - not timed
- Don't have a dog? No problem! Shelter dogs will be available to "rent" for the 1 mile walk. First come, first served!
TIMES:
Registration & Packet Pick-Up - 8 a.m.
5K start - 9 a.m.
1 mi start - 9 a.m.
Winner announcements - 9:45 a.m.
PRICES:
5K - $30 thru April 1, then $35
1 mi - $20 thru April 1, then $25
5K AWARDS:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 in age category by gender: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
WHAT YOU GET:
Race shirt
Post-race refreshment
FRIENDSHIP APL IS A PRIVATE, INDEPENDENT, 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT HUMANE SOCIETY FOUNDED IN ELYRIA, OHIO IN 1957. WE OWN AND OPERATE THE LARGEST ANIMAL SHELTER IN LORAIN COUNTY.
WE ARE DEDICATED TO ENSURING THAT NO ANIMAL SHOULD SUFFER WITHOUT THE BASIC NECESSITIES TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFE, PROVIDING THE EDUCATION TO PROMOTE AND NURTURE THE HUMAN/ANIMAL BOND AND TREATING ALL THOSE WHO SEEK OUR HELP WITH KINDNESS, DIGNITY AND RESPECT.
FRIENDSHIP APL RECEIVES NO GOVERNMENT FUNDING. WE DEPEND ON THE GENEROSITY AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, AND ON VARIOUS FUNDRAISERS, TO SERVE THE PEOPLE AND ANIMALS OF LORAIN COUNTY.
FOR SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT LYNNE FUJKA AT [email protected].
100% OF PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE GO TO FRIENDSHIP APL'S MISSION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
EVENTS:
5K Run - timed
1 Mile Dog Walk - not timed
- Don't have a dog? No problem! Shelter dogs will be available to "rent" for the 1 mile walk. First come, first served!
TIMES:
Registration & Packet Pick-Up - 8 a.m.
5K start - 9 a.m.
1 mi start - 9 a.m.
Winner announcements - 9:45 a.m.
PRICES:
5K - $30 thru April 1, then $35
1 mi - $20 thru April 1, then $25
5K AWARDS:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 in age category by gender: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
WHAT YOU GET:
Race shirt
Post-race refreshment
FRIENDSHIP APL IS A PRIVATE, INDEPENDENT, 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT HUMANE SOCIETY FOUNDED IN ELYRIA, OHIO IN 1957. WE OWN AND OPERATE THE LARGEST ANIMAL SHELTER IN LORAIN COUNTY.
WE ARE DEDICATED TO ENSURING THAT NO ANIMAL SHOULD SUFFER WITHOUT THE BASIC NECESSITIES TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFE, PROVIDING THE EDUCATION TO PROMOTE AND NURTURE THE HUMAN/ANIMAL BOND AND TREATING ALL THOSE WHO SEEK OUR HELP WITH KINDNESS, DIGNITY AND RESPECT.
FRIENDSHIP APL RECEIVES NO GOVERNMENT FUNDING. WE DEPEND ON THE GENEROSITY AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS, AND ON VARIOUS FUNDRAISERS, TO SERVE THE PEOPLE AND ANIMALS OF LORAIN COUNTY.
FOR SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT LYNNE FUJKA AT [email protected].
100% OF PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE GO TO FRIENDSHIP APL'S MISSION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Dog Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOON
Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk