Waggin' Wild 5k & Fun Run

🐾 Event Overview

The Waggin' Wild 5k is a Rescue Run-Walk for people of all ages! Join us for 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 overpopulation of animals!

⏰ Event Times

• 9:00 AM: On-site Registration Opens
• 9:30 AM: Our "photo booth" will be set up 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 the Wildlife Center in Bur-Mil Park. 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

Fleet Feet 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: 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.

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

For more information, visit our official race page.