PawPals 4 Life 5k

  • Date Wed 1st October 2025 - Fri 31st October 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Sorrento, Florida
  • Price $54.70
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting and heartwarming event at the PawPals 4 Life 5K, taking place on October 4, 2025, at the beautiful Rock Springs Run State Reserve in Sorrento, Florida! This unique race celebrates the bond between humans and their furry friends while raising awareness for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month in support of the ASPCA. Participants can choose to join the in-person 5K on October 4 or opt for a virtual 5K, which can be completed anytime between October 1 and October 31.

Expect an invigorating off-road experience as you run or walk alongside your PawPal in the picturesque surroundings of Lake County. All participants will receive exclusive race swag, including a t-shirt and finisher medal, while furry companions will also be rewarded with a matching dog medal and race bandana. Plus, there’s a chance to win a grand prize raffle worth $3,500 for in-person participants and $1,500 for virtual participants! Don’t miss out on this pawsome opportunity to bond with your pet, support a great cause, and enjoy a fun-filled day outdoors. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this uplifting community event!

Organiser's Description

PAWPALS 4 LIFE 5K

Presented by Pawfields Enrichment Group and GetDisrupted.Org



In-Person 5k: October 4, 2025

Virtual 5k: October 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

RACE ANNOUNCEMENT: GetDisrupted.Org announces a sponsorship of a grand prize raffle with a cash value of $3500 (in person) / $1500 (virtual) to a race participant that successfully completes the 5K on Oct 4, 2025 (in person) / before 11:59pm Oct 31, 2025 (virtual). Stay informed on the awarding of this grand prize raffle by visiting getdisrupted.org or emailing [email protected]. Additional terms and conditions apply. Visit GetDisrupted.Org [http://www.GetDisrupted.Org] for more information.



RUN OR WALK: It's entirely an off-road experience! In recognition of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month in support of the ASPCA. It is our demonstration and commitment to enrichment for paws of all kinds. Limited number of in-person participants allowed; act now to secure your spot in the race!

We are on a mission to provide a fuller and more enriching life for our PawPals - a source of joy and comfort for us PawRents. With your participation and help we can accomplish this task, keeping our eyes peeled, ears tuned, noses up, and paws forward to a better tomorrow with hoomankindss best friends. If we have learned anything, it is this: Aston and Nova are not pets; they are family, members of our household, our ride-or-dies, our PawPals for life. Our transition into PawRents taught us that enrichment was an essential part for their development and well-being; from engaging in their training as a bonding strategy to encouraging socialization as a way to reveal their personalities and create independence. Our PawPals require dedication from us as much as they dedicate themselves to us.

We aim to provide a space where PawRents and PawPals can come together for a PawFect cause: to instill hope in us all and help save lives while also encouraging social interaction among our friends. The Passion of life shown through Affection, Loyalty, and Service for one another PawRents and PawPals alike.



All PawRents (aka human race participants) will receive the official race t-shirt, finisher medal, and entrance into the state park. All PawPals (aka dogs) registered for the race will receive a matching dog medal, race bandana, and entrance into the state park with their in-person participant.



Virtual participants will have until the end of October to complete their race and upload results. An email for the mobile application will be sent to virtual participants closer to race day. Race t-shirt, finisher medal, dog bandana and dog medal (with dog registration) will be mailed to virtual participants.

PROCEEDS: Proceeds help support ASPCA

LOCATION: Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail

30601 Wekiva River Road
Sorrento FL 32776 - Lake County

ENTRANCE CHANGE NOTIFICATION
Access to Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail will be via Rock Springs Reserve Road and Wekiva River Road in Sorrento, Florida. The new entrance leads directly to the primitive camping sites. The old entrance off State Road 429 South will be open during hunting season for participants.

PACKET PICK-UP: Coming Soon!

EVENT SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 4:
7:00 am - Packet Pickup/Check-In
8:00 am - Race Starts

AWARDS:
Top 3 overall male and female and top 3 male and female age groups will receive awards. Age groups include 7 & Under 8-10, 11-14, 15-17,18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84-85-89, 90+

SHIRTS:
Shirt sizes are guaranteed to all participants that register early and once you see "Sold Out" online that shirt size is no longer available.

PARK ENTRANCE: Entry into Rock Springs Run State Reserve for the participant and one guest is included with in-person 5k registration.

PARKING: Coming Soon!

TIMING & SCORING:

Race will be timed and scored.
In-person participants will have their time tracked and recorded with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the back of the race bib.

Virtual participants can have their time tracked and automatically uploaded with the mobile application (included with virtual race registration). Virtual participants will receive an email for the mobile application closer to race day.

RACE SWAG:
Purchase from the PawPals or Pawfields Swag Collection and save 10% on your race registration by going to our Online Store [https://pawfields.myshopify.com/]. Promo code included with purchase receipt.



NOTE: Limited number of in-person and virtual participants allowed Register TODAY to secure your spot in the race and receive the official race t-shirt and finisher medal! Register your dog and receive a matching dog medal and race bandana.



All pets must be confined, leashed, or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times. Leashes may not exceed six feet in length. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Upon check-in on race day, participants may be asked for their dogs proof of current vaccination.



Florida State Parks Pet Policy: https://www.floridastateparks.org/PetPolicy?



For more information and park rules visit: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/rock-springs-run-state-reserve



_It is important for each participant to recognize that trail running involves running and/or walking on wilderness trails or unpaved roads and that participants may encounter soft sand, standing water, mud, rocks, roots, and wildlife. Participation in a trail run also carries an inherent risk of injury._



_FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES VISIT US ONLINE AT PAWFIELDS.COM [https://pawfields.com/sponsors/] OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]._

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $54.70

    Limited number of in-person participants allowed Register TODAY to secure your spot in the race! All PawRents (aka human race participants) will receive the official race t-shirt, finisher medal, and entrance into the state park. All PawPals (aka dogs) registered for the race will receive a matching dog medal, race bandana, and entrance into the state park with in-person participants.
  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $4.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $54.70

    Limited number of virtual participants allowed Register TODAY to secure your spot in the race! All PawRents (aka human race participants) will receive the official race t-shirt, finisher medal, and entrance into the state park. All PawPals (aka dogs) registered for the race will receive a matching dog medal, race bandana, and entrance into the state park with in-person participants. Virtual participants will have until the end of October to complete their race and upload results. An email for the mobile application will be sent to virtual participants closer to race day.

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Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail, 30601 Wekiva River Road, Sorrento, 32776, FL, United States

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