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Waggin' Wild 5K

$30 10:30AM EST - 12:30PM EST Price increases after December 30, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Waggin' Wild Fun Run 1-miler

$23 10:35AM EST - 12:30PM EST Price increases after December 30, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://www.wagginwild5k.com/.

Place

5834 Bur-Mill Club Rd
Greensboro, NC US 27410

Description

Waggin' Wild 5k is a Rescue Run-Walk for people of all ages!

Also our Fun Run 1-miler!


Pets are Welcome and Family Participation is Encouraged!

The fun-filled fundraiser will take place at Bur-Mill park in Greensboro on March 1.  Race day registration is available starting at 9:00 AM!  The 5K will start at 10:30 AM. The Fun Run will start at 10:35 AM. We encourage everyone to bring their dogs for this run-walk to benefit rescue pets. After the race stick around for awards, prizes, food, beverage, and much more!! Come out and show your support by helping raise funds to care for pets in our community and help control the over population of animals!  

Event Times:

  • 9:00 AM - On-site Registration Opens
  • 9:30 AM - Our "photo booth" will be setup for you to drop in and get your individual, group or pet shot.
  • 9:30 AM - Raffle Open: You will receive 2 free raffle tickets with your registration!  Additional tickets available for purchase.
  • 10:30 AM - 5K will start on paved Greenway.
  • 10:35 AM - Fun Run will start on paved Greenway.
    The start is at at the Wildlife Center in Bur-mil Park.
    We encourage everyone to bring their dogs for this run-walk to benefit spay/neuter/medical assistance and rescue pets.
    Please NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES for safety of runners.
  • 11:45 AM - Recovery food, Runner/Walker/Pet Awards, Prizes and Raffle announcements

Race Goodies:
All competitors who register early will receive the Waggin' Wild T-Shirt and Race Bag. (late registration and day of only while supplies last)

Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers overall in both Men's and Women's categories, as well as the first-place finishers among men and women in each age group. Awards will be presented to the top 3 dogs that cross the finish line in the 5K.

Packet Pick-Up:
TBD

RACE DAY
9:00 am - 10:15 am - Registration Open
The 5K race is chip timed by Junction 311 Endurance Sports.

5K:
The 5K will start at 10:30 AM.
Race will begin at Wildlife Center.   
Participants will receive a T-Shirt and Race Bag.  Awards will be given to the Top 3 Dogs crossing the finish line in the 5K.

Fun Run:
The Fun Run will start at 10:35 AM over a course of one mile.
Race will begin at Wildlife Center. 
Participants will receive a T-Shirt and Race Bag.

Registration Fees:
$25 - 5K early bird through July 31.
$30 - 5K Aug 1 - Dec 31
$35 - 5K Jan 1, 2024 - race day
$20 - Fun Run 1-miler
$23 - Fun Run Aug 1 - Dec 31
$25 - Fun Run Jan 1, 2024 - race day
*Registration Fees are Non-Refundable
*TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT  - must be registered by FEB 18th

Participation Rules:
For your dog’s safety, and to make this event enjoyable for all, participants must abide by the rules listed below. We encourage the participation of dogs that are well adjusted to crowds and noisy environments with large numbers of people and other dogs.

  • Dog(s) must be current on all shots and rabies vaccination.
  • Dog(s) must wear an ID Tag.
  • No dog(s) in heat and no aggressive dogs.
  • Dog must be leashed (6ft. max length) & in control. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES PLEASE.
  • You must pick up after your dog. Disposable bags will be provided if needed.

Course

 

Waggin' Wild Course Map

  • Please note that we will be running the opposite direction on the Greenway from years past, as the bridge north of Bur Mil is under construction.
  • The one mile and 5K turnaround are noted below.
  • For more details, click on the interactive map below and you'll be directed to MapMyRun route map.

 

Elevation Map (5K)

 

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