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Wagging Tails on the Trails 5k Trail Race

Sat February 1, 2025 Fort. Pierce, FL 34949 US Directions
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Events

5k Trail Run/ Walk

$35 7:30AM EST - 9:30AM EST Registration ends February 1, 2025 at 7:00am EST

Going Old School

$25 7:30AM EST - 9:30AM EST Registration ends February 1, 2025 at 7:00am EST

Kids Puppy Dash

$5 8:45AM EST - 9:30AM EST Registration ends February 1, 2025 at 7:25am EST
Open to ages 1 - 10.
Virtual 5k

Virtual 5k

$35 Registration ends February 1, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Place

3375 N State Road-A1A
Fort. Pierce, FL US 34949

Description

Join us for the 2nd annual Wagging Tails on the Trails 5K Race at Pepper Park Riverside in Fort Pierce on Hutchinson Island! 
 
This race takes place on February 1, 2025. Race starts at 7:30 a.m. This 5K loop is a flat hard packed trail that winds through mangroves and beautiful hammocks along the Indian River Lagoon.

Registration Includes:

  • T-shirt
  • Finisher Medal
  • 5k Run/walk entry
  • Chip timed race bib 
  • Finish line treats for fur babies

This race is very dog friendly! Feel free to bring your leashed, four-legged running buddy to enjoy the trail with you.  All dogs to cross the finish line receive a treat! Water bowls available at the water station and around the expo area. Please clean up after your pets and come prepared with poop bags. Pets must be friendly and non-aggressive to other dogs or people. Dogs must be leashed at ALL times.

Going old school option available with no medal or t-shirt.

Puppy Dash for kids 10 and under. A short fast race that will take place around 8:45. Kids will receive a yummy cupcake when they cross the finish line. 

 

Proceeds

All proceeds are going to the St. Lucie County Sheriffs Department K9 unit. 

Awards

Awards ceremony following the race. 
Overall male and female

Masters male and female

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers in each category: 

19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-75, 75-80, 80+

Top 3 K9 finishers receive a special prize. 

Packet Pick-up

Information coming 

Route

Event Parking

Please park across the street at Pepper Park Beach and the Navy Seal Museum or the south side of the river park. 

Medal

2024 Medal

A brand new medal will be designed for next years race!

The Trail

This trail follows a path through mangrove swamps and beautiful hammocks along the Indian River Lagoon. This is a very popular area for fishing and birdwatching. There are several piers along the way to simply enjoy the surroundings. Easy walk along a wide path of packed sand past mangroves, sea grapes, and palms. Watch the endless number of fiddler crabs skitter by and enjoy a number of pretty water views.

Check out more photos of the trail under the photos tab. 

Virtual 5k Race Details

Virtual option available. Complete your 5k anytime anywhere. 

Q:  What is a Virtual Race?

A:  A Virtual Race is a race that you run your miles in your own personal place, on your own time, at your own convenience, within the limits posted by the race

Q:  What do I get for running?

A:  You get a t-shirt, a race bib, and a finisher's medal.  If you're local, you can pick it up at a couple of locations, and if you're not local, then we'll ship your swag to you for an extra charge.

Sponsor Opportunities

Information and new form coming soon!

Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.

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In Kind

Donations

 

 

The Ft Pierce Animal Adoption Center is always taking donations. The following items are needed and greatly appreciated. Dog/ cat food, Toys, Beds, Blankets , Towels ,and Dog/cat Shampoo

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