FAQ
Race Info:
Location:
Wilson Farm Park:
500 Lee Road Wayne, PA 19087
Registration will take place at the pavilion near the basketball and volleyball courts on Wilson Road.
Directions from West Chester/Exton: Take 202 North and get off at the Chesterbrook Blvd exit. Follow the Chesterbrook Blvd directions below.
Directions from King of Prussia: Take 202 South and get off at the Route 252/ Valley Forge Road exit. Follow the Valley Forge Road directions below.
Directions from Chesterbrook Blvd: Follow Chesterbrook Blvd to the stoplight intersection with Lee Road. You will see BNP Paribas on one side of the street and DMW Direct on the other. Turn onto Lee Road toward DMW Direct. Follow Lee Road until it dead ends with Wilson Road. Turn right onto Wilson Road and follow that around the park until you reach the pavilion.
Directions from Valley Forge Road: Valley Forge Road has turning options onto both Chesterbrook Blvd and W Anthony Wayne Drive. If you turn onto Chesterbrook Blvd, follow the instructions above. If you are on Valley Forge Road, on West Anthony Wayne Drive at the stoplight intersection. Follow W Anthony Wayne Drive until the slight right becomes Wilson Drive. Follow Wilson Drive to the pavilion.
Directions to the Starting Line: The race starting line is located near the registration pavilion on Wilson Road near the basketball courts. Please refer to the map for visual directions.
Course Info:
Starting Line: Runners and walkers will begin at the end of the parking near the registration pavilion. Please see the map for visual directions.
Course Info: Yard signs will be placed throughout the course route to provide additional instruction. This is a paved trail around a public park. Please be courteous of patrons.
5k: This is a two-lap course. Please follow signage throughout the run for instructions.
1 mi: This is a one-lap course. The starting line is the same as the 5k course. Please follow the signs throughout the course to follow the walking route as it cuts through the park.
Parking Info: Parking is available throughout the park. The main lot will be at the registration pavilion off of Wilson Rd.
Race Day Schedule:
8:00 AM - Registration Begins
8:30 AM – Opening Ceremony
8:55 AM – Registration Ends
9:00 AM – 5k run begins with staggered start
9:30 AM – 1 mi walk begins
* Schedule is subject to change.
Hang out after the race for an Award Ceremony, food trucks, and vendors!
Awards
Awards will be given to the overall 1st place runners in each age bracket in each gender category, as well as the top 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall runners in each gender category. We will also have awards for the top dog racers.
Age Brackets: 0 – 14 | 15 - 19 | 20 – 29 | 30 – 39 | 40 – 49 | 50 – 59 | 60+
Registration Info:
When does registration close?
Registration is open from Monday, August 19, from 9:00 AM through Sunday, October 20, at 8:45 AM. Registration fees will increase as we get closer to race day so register today for savings!
Can I register at the Race?
Yes. We suggest registering through our website even on Race Day. This can be done on your mobile device or computer or at our Registration station on one of our devices. This is the fastest way to register. Registration will close at 8:45 AM on Race Day when the Opening Ceremony begins.
If you’d like to pay cash, you will need to visit one of our Registration stations to use our devices.
Shirts are not guaranteed on Race Day. Please consider registering before September 30th to secure your shirt and size.
In-person: Shirts will be available for pickup on Race Day at the Registration Pavilion.
Virtual: Runners will be contacted to coordinate optional shirt pickup. Non-local runners and those who do not wish to pick up their shirt will have their shirt shipped.
If I register on Race Day to run the 5k, will I still get a bib?
Yes, all participants running the 5k will receive a chipped bib.
If I register on Race Day, will I still get a t-shirt?
T-shirt size and availability can only be guaranteed to those who register before September 30th. Please feel free to visit the Registration Pavilion after the race to see if there are extra shirts available.
Do I need to register my child?
We are asking that all participants please register. Kids under 5 are free, however, registering helps us estimate attendance and supplies. Please feel free to donate instead of paying your child’s registration fees.
Can I get a refund?
No refunds are given. This is a rain-or-shine event.
Where can I find the race results?
The results will be shared on this page after the race. Runners can scan the QR code on the back of their bib to see their time as well. To scan the QR code, open the camera on your cell phone and hold it over the QR code. A link will appear. Click the link to be directed to your race results page. You may receive an email from our partners with additional info.
Race Day Info:
What vendors will be at the event?
Hang around after the race ends to refuel, relax, and play with some puppies! We will have vendor and sponsor tables with tons of fun! Don’t forget to visit our TLC tables like Smooch-a-Pooch, Rent-a-Pup, and our Merch table!
Will there be adoptable dogs there?
Yes! Adoptable dogs in attendance will vary depending on adoptions and availability. If you’re interested in meeting a specific dog, please feel free to reach out to us and we can coordinate some time for you to meet them!
Can I bring my dog?
Of course! We welcome all dogs - TLC alumni or otherwise! If your dog does not play well with others, please utilize the open space in our registration area and on the path. There will be many other dogs present and we want everyone to feel comfortable.
No dog? Check out our Rent-a-Pup booth to walk or run with an adoptable pup! See below for more info.
How does Rent-a-Pup work?
Rent-a-Pup is our way of getting adoptable pups socialized, exercised, and having fun! Walkers and runners can stop by the booth to register and walk a dog. We ask for photo ID and a suggested donation. Adoptable pups may vary depending on adoptions leading up to the race and the number of interested “renters” on the day of the race. If you’re interested in meeting a specific pup, please feel free to reach out to us and we can set up time to make sure you are able to connect with the adoptable pup.
Are there kid-friendly activities?
Yes! One of our booths will be run by our very own Mini Paws - a collection of our junior volunteers who meet each month to learn more about dogs, from behavior to training! If your child is interested in joining the Mini Paws group, please make sure you stop by the booth.
Additionally, we will have games, crafts, and more! Of course, we will also have cute, adoptable puppies to meet and play with!
Fundraising Info:
Where does my registration fee and donation go?
All proceeds from the 2024 Miles for Mutts 5k Run/Walk will benefit our life-saving mission: to raise as much money as possible in order to save the lives of dogs that sadly will be euthanized without TLC’s help.
Through our Miles for Mutts event we hope to not only raise money to continue our mission, but also to raise awareness of our organization and connect devoted families with loving dogs. With your help, we can continue to empty shelters so that no dog is left behind.
How do I create an individual fundraiser?
Follow the registration process. After you select your shirt size and membership status, you will see the Fundraising Page. Click the “Become a Fundraiser” button. Follow the prompts for your individual fundraiser info. You can personalize your fundraiser using the custom URL, photo, message heading, and message.
How do I edit my fundraiser?
Using the main menu at the top of the page, click “Top Fundraisers”. Select the individual fundraiser type and use the search bar to find yourself. Click on your profile photo (or defaulted letters). You will receive a confirmation email after registering. On this email, you will see a link to your fundraiser if you created one during registration. Click that link. This will open your fundraiser page. Next to your fundraiser name, you will see the option to Manage. Use the dropdown menu here to select the next step.
How do I share my fundraising page?
Using the main menu at the top of the page, click “Top Fundraisers”. Select the applicable fundraiser type (individual vs team) and use the search bar to find yourself or your group. Click on your profile photo (or defaulted letters). This will open your fundraiser page. Next to your fundraiser name, you will see the option to Manage. Select the dropdown for Links/Sharing. This will open a new page with your custom URL to share. You can copy this link to post on social media, emails, or other sites. You can use the icons to share to those sites as well.
Are there fundraising awards?
Awards will be given to the top 3 individual fundraisers. Fundraising will end at 11:59 PM on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Winners will be contacted in the week following the race.
Virtual Participant Info:
How do I track my time?
We've partnered with the RaceJoy app to track your time! Here is a short step-by-step guide to tracking your run in the RaceJoy application.
***Please note you must be registered for the 5k in order to use the RaceJoy app.***
1) Download Racejoy from the App Store on your mobile device.
2) Search “Miles For Mutts” in the “Search Races” menu bar.
3) Select “I want to be tracked” and follow the prompts to create a profile.
4) Select your course as “Anywhere 5k”, enter your bib number & confirm your profile.
5) Set up tracking by following the prompts to select the device you will carry with you during the run.
You’re done!
Be sure to open the app on your chosen run day and turn tracking on by clicking the “Track Me” button.
Think you can do it better? You can re-do your race as many times as you want!
Receive virtual cheers along the way! Tell your friends and family to sign in to RaceJoy as spectators and click on the “I Want To Track Someone” button so they can follow along as you make your way through your course.
How do I share my results?
Send us your results on our online form (your confirmation email will include instructions)
Post your pics on social media! We want to see photos of you and your pets on your walk &/or run!
Don’t forget to tag us & use the hashtag #TLCM4M
