DOGS

Q: I don't have a dog. Can I still participate?

A: Absolutely! A dog is not required to participate. You can come alone or bring a human friend.

 

Q: Can I bring my ferret/bird/pig/rabbit/pony/skunk?

A: This event is for dogs only.

 

 REGISTRATION

Q: Do I have to register ahead of time or can I walk-up to this event?

A: Advanced reservations guarantee you recieve a swag bag with chosen shirt size. However, walk-up registrations will be available at 8:00am the day of the event.

 

Q: Can my child participate? What are your age limits?

A: Yes, absolutely, we love having your kiddos join us. There is no age limit. Anyone with shoes on the route, regardless of age, will be required to register. Children under 12 years old are FREE but will not receive a swag bag, shirt or raffle entry. A discount will automatically be applied during checkout.

 

Q: If I am unable to race, may I give my entry to a friend or family member?

A: Yes! You can transfer your registration to a family member or a friend. Please reach out to us at jcuwexecutivedirector@gmail.com to change the name on your registration.

 

Q: If I’m injured, can I get a refund?

A: So sorry, no. You can transfer your registration to a family member or a friend. Please reach out to us at jcuwexecutivedirector@gmail.com to change the name on your registration.

 

Q: What am I getting with my registration fee?

A: Your registration fee gets you swag including a race t-shirt, dog bandana, snacks and more! You will also receive an entry to win a raffle basket giveaway full of treats and toys for your four-legged friend!

  

Q: How does my participation support Johnson County United Way?

A: Great question! All proceeds remain in Johnson County. Our main initiaive is to provide funding to youth focused local nonprofits within our community. Prior grant recipients include: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County, ECHO-Early Childhood Hunger Operation, Chilhowee School District, Warrensburg Main Street, Arising Hope Outdoors, UCM Youth Shoot, Warrensburg Elite Wrestling, Mule Club Baseball and so many more

 

PACKET PICK-UP

Q: Can I pick up my packet before race day?

A: Packet pickup will be available at 8:00am the day of the event.

  

 RACE DAY

Q: What will the course be like?

A: The marked course will traverse through Knob Noster State Park's Clear Fork Lake Trail. We will be starting and ending the race at the same location. You’ll head down the new spirit trail, over the bridge, make a left onto the gravel, continue around until the paved fork, make a left, and head towards the Visitor’s Center, around the loop and down to Lake Buteo. Once you complete that loop, head back and follow the instructions of the volunteers and the signs. 

  

Q: Can I walk the course?

A: You betcha. Beginners and veterans alike are welcome! Please feel free to participate as competitively as you feel comfortable.

 

Q: Can I wear headphones?

A: Yes, however, for your safety, please be sure to keep the volume at a level where you can still hear announcements and course instructions.

  

Q: Do I need to wear my race bib?

A: Yes! Please wear the number provided so it is visible from the front at all times. This will help us identify everyone in the event of an emergency.

   

Q: Is there a time limit for me to finish?

A: We do our best to allow plenty of time for everyone to finish the race. We will have a course sweep so we can support those who might fall a bit behind the pack.

  

Q: Will there be food and beverage?

A: We will have water available along the course for all participants.

  

Q: My t-shirt doesn't quite fit, could I switch it out for a different one?

A: Please visit the check-in table the day of race day. Depending on availability, we'll allow t-shirt sizes to be switched just before race start after the majority of registrants are checked in.