BENCHS Tails N Trails
Join us on 09/28/2024
BENCHS Tails N Trails Race Description
Welcome to Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society (BENCHS) 2nd Annual Family/Dog-friendly FUN RUN/WALK 5K.
This is an untimed Dog Walk/Fun Run event open to adults, children and leashed dogs of all activity levels. Cats and other small animals are welcome but must be secured and/or crated in a stroller to ensure their safety. Tails N Trails Fun/Run Walk will take place through two of lower North Mankato/Mankato's area scenic park trails. Post finish line activities will include vendors, snacks, water, dog games and photo booth.
BENCHS is a 501(c)(3), non-profit animal shelter with limited paid staff and relies on community support, generosity of donors, volunteers, grants and fundraising events to maintain quality care for the animals in our care.
DATE: September 28, 2024
LOCATION: Spring Lake Park
Warming House/Pool/Community Room
630 McKinley Ave, N. Mankato
TIME: 8-8:30am Packet pick up
8:45am Opening Ceremony
9am 5K
ONLINE REGISTRATION DATES and FEES
July 10 – September 1, 2024
Adults 12+: $40 Includes T-shirt and Dog Bandana
Youth 5-12: $25 Includes T-shirt Only
Teams of 4-10 participants: $35 each, Includes T-shirt and Dog Bandana
REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER 12Noon, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Adults: $40 Does Not include T-shirt and Dog Bandana after Noon 9/1/2024
Youth 5-12: $25 Does Not include T-shirt after Noon 9/1/2024
Teams of 4-10 participants: $35 each, Does Not include T-shirt and Dog Bandana after Noon 9/1/2024
** T-shirts and dog Bandana included in registration only until Noon, September 1, 2024 **
WE ACCEPT: Cash, Venmo, PayPal, No Checks
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS: To sign up click on “Volunteer” icon above Race Description or on Mobile use 3 bar pull down menu. Our volunteer coordinator will contact you with details.
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR: Email Cindi: Tailsntrails5k@yahoo.com
PACKET PICK-UP/IN PERSON REGISTRATION
Wednesday, September 25th 5-7pm BENCHS 1250 N River Drive, Mankato
Day of Event: September 28th 8am-8:30am at Registration Table
WEATHER Sorry, No refunds - The race will go on, rain or shine!
In the event of inclement weather there will be indoor activities offered.
EVENT PARKING
Parking is available in the parking lot across from Spring Lake Swimming Pool/Warming House.
EVENT DAY: Post finish line activities include local vendors, dog friendly activities, snacks, water
DOG SAFETY POLICIES
•Bring dog waste bags, CLEAN UP DOG WASTE
•All dogs on a leash held at no more than 4 feet length
•No Retractable leashes, please
•Stay 2 feet from other dogs, do not try to make friends
•Do not pet unfamiliar dogs unless you are invited
•Kids should never pet an unfamiliar dog
DOG WASTE CLEAN UP
**If your dog DOES Poo along the trail, turn in your dog waste bags
to the registration table after crossing the finish line and receive
a coupon for a free doggy donut from the Doggy Donut stand.
- Location: North Mankato, MN 56003
- Race Date: 2024/09/28 08:30:00 AM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- Adult Registration 12+
- Youth Registration 5-12 yrs
- Teams
BENCHS Tails N Trails Where & When
North Mankato, MN Weather
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