2022 - Give a Dog a Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions
2022 distances
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Give A Dog a Job 5K In Person
Registration includes race event t-shirt, event koozie and goodie bag with sponsor/vendor giveaways.
High School Team - 10 or more students ages 13-18 create a team for flat price of $50
Students ages 13-18 can create a team of at least 10 members for $50
Elementary & Middle School Age Teams - 10 or more elementary and middle school age students can create a team for a flat price of $50.
Elementary and Middle school teams!
Oct 1 2022 Virtual run/walk/roll
Can't make it for the in-person event, you can run, walk, roll virtually from anywhere you are!
September VIRTUAL Give A Dog a Job 60 Miles in 30 days!
September is national service dog month! Show your support by walking/running/swimming/biking 60 miles in the month of September. Everyone who completes the 30 or 60 mile challenge AND uploads their miles will receive an official challenge sticker. and bandana. All items will be mailed during the first few weeks of October. PHOTO CONTEST! Virtual Challenge participants will be able to enter five Virtual Challenge photo contests during the Virtual period(Sept 1-30-22). Voting will occur after the Virtual Challenge ends on Sept 30th. You will be able to submit photos during the virtual period, and depending on the content of your photo(s), you will be automatically entered into one or more of the following contests: Sponsor Photos Pay tribute to our Sponsors! This event would not be possible without the contributions and support of our fantastic sponsors: Main Line Brewery, McGeorge Toyota, Luck Road Run Shop, C&F Bank, Off Leash K-9 training, Small Big Dog Naturals, Virginia Family Dentistry, Sneeds Nursery, All Fur Love Bakery, Pretties and Papers, Share your photos with us! Favorite Furred Friend & Training Partner Most likely your dog, but if you have a cat or a hamster who runs, walks, bikes, or swims we’d love to see the photos. Whomever the friend and training partner is, share your joint accomplishments with us! Fall time Whether it’s the final days of summer or pumpkins, fall foliage, or mums show yourself amidst some fall time splendor during your challenge events. Group Photo Celebrate your accomplishment with family, friends, or team members during or after your virtual run, walk, bike or swim. Everything Else This is a catch-all category for any great photos we receive that don’t fit into any of the other four categories. This is your chance to get creative with your 30 and 60 mile challenges! After voting ends, a prize will be awarded to the winner in each category. So start planning now on how to get your best Virtual Challenge photos!
September VIRTUAL Give A Dog A Job 30 miles in 30 days!
September is national service dog month! Show your support by walking/running/swimming/biking 60 miles in the month of September. Everyone who completes the 30 or 60 mile challenge AND uploads their miles will receive an official challenge sticker. All items will be mailed during the first few weeks of October. PHOTO CONTEST! Virtual Challenge participants will be able to enter five Virtual Challenge photo contests during the Virtual period(Sept 1-30-22). Voting will occur after the Virtual Challenge ends on Sept 30th. You will be able to submit photos during the virtual period, and depending on the content of your photo(s), you will be automatically entered into one or more of the following contests: Sponsor Photos Pay tribute to our Sponsors! This event would not be possible without the contributions and support of our fantastic sponsors: Main Line Brewery, McGeorge Toyota, Luck Road Run Shop, C&F Bank, Off Leash K-9 training, Small Big Dog Naturals, Virginia Family Dentistry, Sneeds Nursery, All Fur Love Bakery, Pretties and Papers, Share your photos with us! Favorite Furred Friend & Training Partner Most likely your dog, but if you have a cat or a hamster who runs, walks, bikes, or swims we’d love to see the photos. Whomever the friend and training partner is, share your joint accomplishments with us! Fall time Whether it’s the final days of summer or pumpkins, fall foliage, or mums show yourself amidst some fall time splendor during your challenge events. Group Photo Celebrate your accomplishment with family, friends, or team members during or after your virtual run, walk, bike or swim. Everything Else This is a catch-all category for any great photos we receive that don’t fit into any of the other four categories. This is your chance to get creative with your 30 and 60 mile challenges! After voting ends, a prize will be awarded to the winner in each category. So start planning now on how to get your best Virtual Challenge photos!
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