The Portland 5K-9 is both a 5K Dog Run-Walk and a traditional 5K Run-Walk; well behaved dogs encouraged but not required. The event also features a family friendly 2Mile Bow-Wow Walk. This event is a fund raiser for the new dog friendly Kaiah Bhagat Park. A post event carnival will follow the event and everyone is the community is invited to attend.
1st Annual 5K-9
5K Run-Walk / 2Mile Walk
benefitting Kaiah Bhagat Park
well behaved Dogs are invited to participate in either event
Online Registration is now CLOSED. Register Saturday Morning at 7am.
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2015
Time:
Opening Ceremony - 7:45am
5K Run-Walk / 2Mile Walk - 8:15am
Location: Memorial Park, 1815 Memorial Parkway, Portland, TX 78374
Packet Pickup: Race Day, Saturday, June 13 at 7am. Please arrive early for Packet Pickup.
Events:
5K Run-Walk - per person NO Dog
5K Run-Walk with Dog - per person plus (1) Dog
2Mile Bow Wow Walk - per person NO Dog
2Mile Bow Wow Walk with Dog - per person plus (1) Dog
Dog must be on a leash and under the owners control at all times.
Post Event: A K9 Karnival will happen between 10am and 1pm. Plan to stay for the Karnival which will include prizes and activities for the entire family. Music at the event will be provided by DJ Ray.
Fees:
5K Run-Walk (Ages 6 and Over)
$25 until May 31
$30 from June 1 to June 11
$35 on June 12 at Packet Pickup
$40 on June 13 on Race morning
2Mile Bow Wow Walk (Ages 6 and Over)
$20 until June 11
$25 on June 12 at Packet Pickup
$30 on June 13 on Race morning
5K Dog / 2Mile Dog (Puppy to Old Dog)
$5 until June 13
No additional online registration fees. "The price is the price"!
Register now and $ave
No Refunds - (Rain or Shine / Hot or Cold)
Awards:
5K Run-Walk with Dog - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male and Female
5K Run-Walk - Overall Male and Female, Masters (40+) Male and Female plus 1st, 2nd, 3rd Age Group Awards
2Mile Walk with Dog - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Dog
Age Group Awards: (5K Run-Walk only)
(6 to 9), (10 to 14), (15 to 19), (20 to 39), (40 to 59), (60+)
Special Note for Dog Owners: Please be mindful that this event is family friendly and also dog friendly. Dog Owners must keep their dog on a leash at all times and must have control of their dog. Dogs participating in any part of this event must be current on all vaccinations.
Special Note for Young Children: Children Ages 5 and under do not have to register for the 2Mile Walk. To participate in the 5K Run-Walk, you must be at least six (6) years of age on the event date. A parent, legal guardian or responsible adult must be registered for the event and participate with any child 5 years of age or younger. Families with young children or those using a stroller are encouraged to participate in the family friendly Bow Wow 2Mile Walk.
Event Shirt: Registrations by Sunday, May 31 are guaranteed an event shirts. Registrations after May 31 might not receive a shirt. Shirt size not guaranteed but we will do our very best to get you the size you ordered.
Course Maps:
5K Run-Wak
Click on Courses & Maps above
2Mile Walk
Click on Courses & Maps above
Parking: Free parking will be available at Memorial
Timing: Pendgo Timing will provide timing services for both the 5K Run-Walk and the 2Mile Walk. Pendgo Timing uses a patented disposable timing chip that is attached to your race bib. Please remember to wear your race bib on the front of your body. Pendgo Timing is a local company that hires local people who live and work in your community.
Race Director: Michelle Miller, runnermom1234@gmail.com
Charity: click here for more information about the Dog Park
