Events
Place
Rootstown, OH US 44272
Description
The race takes place at Rootstown Community Park/Gracie Fields (4104 Case Ave. Rootstown, Ohio 44272).
- The 5K starts at 11:00 am with the 1-Mile immediately following.
- The 5K is professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
- fall photos with your pets with cornstalks and pumpkins.
- Awards: Top overall male, female and canine; Overall 2, 3 place finishers male and female.
What does this race support?
All of our efforts are funded through donations. Your donation will be used towards things like animal care, food and nutrition, toys and bedding to medical needs like spay and neuter surgeries, immunizations and rehabilitative medical care. By donating to Portage APL, you can help change the lives of our animals.
What will I get? Guaranteed for pre-registrants only
- Race T-shirt (guaranteed if registered before September 21st)
- Finisher medal (5K only)
- Drawstring bag with a few goodies
- Post race refreshment/snacks
Packet Pick-Up
- Early packet pick-up takes place on Friday, October 3rd from 4pm-7pm at the NEW Center, 4211 OH-44, Rootstown, OH
- Race day registration and packet-pickup take place at the new concession stand at Gracie Fields beginning at 9:30am.
- Virtual participants who cannot pick up in-person can have their swag shipped for an additional $10.
Awards and Prizes
- Top female 5k
- Top male 5k
- Top canine 5k
Overall 2nd and 3rd place for both male and female
Costume Contest (Costume contest begins at 10:45 AM prior to the race)
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd for best canine costumes
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd for best canine/human duos
Virtual fundraising challenge
This year we are trying our paws at something new...a fundraising challenge!
Register today for our 5k or 1-Mile walk. After you register, share the race link with your friends & family and let them donate in your name.
Course Map
The course will be a two lap course.
Sponsors
Race Contact Info
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Directions
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