10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, 1 mile walk - August 17, 2024 Participants without dogs at 9:00 am followed by the others between 9:05 at 9:15 am.
The race is chip timed so runners need to start between 9:00 and 9:07 am. Walkers will start between 9:07 and 9:15 am. Race day announcements take precedent over these guidelines.
Purpose:Shelterhouse to provide funding to ensure victims of domestic violence can provide a safe haven for their pets.
SOS Animal Rescue to provide funding for animals in need through their foster, pet food, and spay/neuter assistance programs.
Location: Midland City Forest 2840 E. Monroe Rd Midland, MI 48642
Race: The 15th annual Dirty Dog Trail Run is for runners of all skill levels to run with or without their dogs. The course is a combination of unpaved two-track and single track trails that twist and turn over flat land and hills in the scenic woods of Midland City Forest. City Forest is a 520 acre preserve of woods, creeks, marshes, and bridges, making for an enjoyable and challenging off-road run.
Not interested in running on hills and single track trails? Join the 1 mile walk over a flat, unpaved course through the woods.
Registration: Sign up before August 1st to avoid late fees. Same day registration is available from 8:00 to 8:45 am. Pre-registration has the option to purchase a shirt for $10. Shirts are not guaranteed for late and same day registrations. Shirts are men’s sizes. Youth shirts are available as well. Sign up for the race at www.itsyourrace.com
Packet Pick Up:
Friday, August 16, 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Midland City Forest
Saturday, August 17, 8:00 to 8:45 am at Midland City Forest
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- 8:00 a.m. Registration Opens
- 9:00 a.m. Runners without Dogs
- 9:05 a.m. Runners with Dogs
- 9:10 a.m. Walkers without Dogs
- 9:15 a.m. Walkers with Dogs
- 9:16 a.m. 1 Mile Walkers
- Race is chipped timing so no need to be at the front of the pack to start. Race start times are suggested to allow faster racers to start ahead of the slower ones to minimize passing on the course. The times are also to allow some separation between people with dogs and without dogs.
Awards – Awards will be given out following the race.
Race Timing: This race will be chip timed by Miller Race Management complete with a kiosk for time & place as soon as you finish.
Event Management: Dig Deep Races
Dogs: Pet participation is encouraged but not required. We ask you to be considerate of your dog’s ability and limitations. All dogs are to be kept on leashes, no exceptions. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep dog to dog interactions to a minimum. Also, recognize that not everyone is a ‘dog’ person.
Refreshments: A water station will be located mid course. Fruit, snacks, and water will be provided post race.
Weather: The race will occur rain or shine. In the event of thunder or lightning before the race begins or if it is anticipated during the race, we’ll postpone the run and ask participants to wait inside their vehicles until 30 minutes past the last instance of thunder or lightning.
Cancellation: Should cancellation occur, we will not be able to provide refunds for this event. Instead, ALL registrations will automatically be moved to a virtual format and a packet pickup process will be put in place. We hope to see everyone in August!
Race information/questions: (989) 492-0042 or email to info@sosar.org or faceboook.
Sponsors:
Event Sponsor:
M-20 Animal Hospital
Northern Animal Clinic
Superior Title and Settlement
Race Sponsors:
Ieuter Insurance Group /Auto Owners Insurance
Legacy Wealth Management - Benjamin F. Edwards
Next Home Park Place Homes Group
Pet Pals
River Rock Animal Hospital
Spherion
Awards Sponsors:
Animal Medical Center
Beauchamps Heating and Cooling LLC
Bushey Automotive
Eastman Party Store
Horizon Bank
Members First Credit Union
UPS Store - Midland
Valley Lanes
Wildfire Credit Union
Sign Sponsors:
Auto Technicians Inc
Bone & Bailey Insurance Agency
Midland Animal Clinic
Shine
Zach's Dog Groomery and Bathhouse
Prizes/Silent Auction:
Ace Hardware
Anderson's Stained Glass
Beauchamps Heating and Cooling LLC
Beyond Measure Bulk Foods
Dan Dan the Mattress Man
Feeders Pet Supply
Howl-A-Day Pet Resort
Ieuter Insurance Group / Auto Owners Insurance
LaLonde's Market
M-20 Animal Hospital
Nature Niche
Ray's Bike Shop
Runners Athletic Company
Shine of Midland
Race Supplies, Treats, and Water: Family Fare, Meijer, Costco
Race Communications: Midland Amateur Radio Club
Moving Sign Ads: Garber Chevrolet, Midland Soccer Club
1 mile walk map5K and 10K mapRace information/questions: (989) 492-0042 or email to info@sosar.org or
faceboook.
Mail in registration: Dirty Dog Trail Run
Link to previous race results and photos - scroll to bottom of page
