Join Hope Paws and Second Chances and The Clever Canine for our first 1 mile Spring Scurry and hosting of the 2nd Annual AKC FIT DOG Spring Scurry 5K (3.1 miles) that people do with their dogs. This non-competitive 1 mile and 5K Spring Scurry can be a walk or run activity, where participants go at their own pace. More details about the AKC Fit Dog Spring Scurry are below. 

Proceeds will help Hope Paws and Second Chances train their service dog prospects!

Terra Cafe is hosting us! So come and enjoy some of their tasty food and drinks!

                                                                                                       Event details and schedule 

Registration is required by May 1st to receive medals for dogs.

Start Location:

Edith Barill Park Rail Trail Mile Marker 6.5. The walk/run will go North. Turn around for 1 miles at mile marker 6.0 (where the pavement stops). Turn around for 5K is at approximately the 5 mile mark. 

Time: The race walk/run is a start at your own pace and will be from 10 am - 1:30 pm.  

Participants will bring: water, treats, and have dog on leash and collar or harness. Route will be along the Rail Trail. 

The 5K (3.1 miles) can be walked/run all at once for people and dogs who are fit, or you may break your 5K into as many days/sessions as you need to keep you and your dog safe.

Registration Includes: 

 3” Spring Scurry medal with a ribbon (If registration is completed by May 1st, 2025) for AKC Fit Dog Spring Scurry. 

TBD for Completion for all dog participants. 

FROM THE CLEVER CANINE

All breeds and all levels of social skills are welcome. 

For proper dog socialization, courtesy, and everyone’s safety, we do ask that you follow a few basic rules when joining our Adventure:

1. Dogs in need of space from other dogs or humans should be wearing a bandanna or leash that is easily visible to other attendees. If you are concerned about your dog's sociability level for attendance, please contact Kris Snider at The Clever Canine.

        Color Code: 

        Red - Beware of the dog and do not get too close. 

        Orange - This dog does not get along well with other dogs.

        Yellow - The dog is unpredictable and edgy.

        Green - Friendly nature.

        Blue - Service animal. It is training or working. Do not disturb.

        White - Difficulty hearing or seeing. Blind or Deaf.

        Purple - Do not feed anything to the dog.

2. No retractable leashes or leashes longer than 6 feet long DURING the hike/walk.

3. NO greeting/interacting with other dogs present until AFTER the walk. Then, ALWAYS ASK handler first. Some dogs present may be working to overcome aggression and reactivity - give them space and be aware of your surroundings at all times.

4. Utilize waste bags and be respectful of the areas we'll be visiting.

5. Bring water for you and your dog, along with high value treats and/toy.

6. Wear appropriate shoes.

7. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 

The AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot - per the AKC website 

What is the AKC FIT DOG Spring Scurry?

The AKC FIT DOG Spring Scurry is a virtual 5K (3.1 miles) that people do with their dogs. The non-competitive 5K Spring Scurry can be done all at one time, or in smaller segments on multiple days so that everyone (people and dogs) can participate at their own pace. This can be a walk or run activity.

Details

• Starting on March 19, 2024, you and your dog can begin walking/running towards your 5K.
• The 5K (3.1 miles) can be walked/run all at once for people and dogs who are fit, or you may break your 5K into as many days/sessions as you need to keep you and your dog safe.
• You and your dog can do the Spring Scurry on your own, with a group of friends and their dogs, or with your AKC FIT DOG club.
• This Spring Scurry can be done anywhere that you and your dog are welcome to walk/run – in a local park, on a trail, or in your neighborhood.

Registration Fee

• A $20 fee that includes the attractive 3” AKC Spring Scurry medal with a ribbon.

How It Works

• Between March 19, 2024 and June 1, 2024, complete the 5K (3.1 miles) with your dog. This can be all at once, or in as many days/sessions as you need.
• Document your distances and times on a smartphone, smartwatch (or similar device), or on an AKC FIT DOG Documentation form.
• Order your AKC FIT DOG Spring Scurry medal.

The AKC FIT DOG Spring Scurry is done on an honor system.

The Spring Scurry counts toward AKC FIT DOG title points!

There is a no refund policy, as this is for donation to Hope Paws and Second Chances.