2021 PAWS Dog Jog benefitting the Wayne County Dog Shelter

Wayne County PAWS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization, whose core mission is to provide support to the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. Our goal is to accomplish this through volunteerism, fundraising efforts and educational training opportunities, along with raising awareness of the necessities for the shelter and shelter animals. We are an all-volunteer organization who have a passion, and desire to assist the shelter in providing above standard care and compassion to each animal who arrives at the shelter.

Wayne County PAWS is a newly formed 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to provide support for the stray dogs of Wayne County. Our organization believes in the work that the Wayne County Shelter is providing to our communities, and will work alongside the shelter to assist in the care and well-being of the dogs in our area.

With this mission in mind, we bring you the 2021 PAWS Dog Jog benefitting the Wayne County Dog Shelter!

Date:  May 29, 2021

Time:  5k Race starts at 8:00am with wave starts

            The Fun Walk will start as soon as the 5k is completed - Approximately 9:15am.

Location:  County Line Trail starting from the Creston Police Station - 120 Brooklyn Ave, Creston, OH 44217 

Course Route:  The course will be a simple, flat, beautiful, and enjoyable out and back on the County Line Trail!  CLICK HERE for a course map

Pricing:  

5k Dog Jog Early Registration (Thru May 9) - $25.00 + Processing Fees

5k Dog Jog Late Registration (May 10 - May 28) - $35.00 + Processing Fees

     **5k Dog Jog Registrations include a race shirt, chip timed race, finisher's Medal, post race snacks/drink, and a chance at awards!

Fun Walk Early Registration (Thru May 9) - $20.00 + Processing Fees

Fun Walk Late Registration ((May 10 - May 28) - $25.00 + Processing Fees

     **Fun Walk Registrations include a race shirt and post race snacks/drink

PLEASE NOTE:  For a minimum $5 Donation to the Wayne County Dog Shelter at checkout, you can have a custom name added to your bib!

 COVID-19 Race Adjustments for 2021

The PAWS Organization and MidOhio Race Management are committed to bringing you a safe, responsible in-person racing experience.  With this in mind, we will be making some adjustments to race day as noted below.

We will diligently work to limit the spread or transmission of the virus by continuing to provide important supplies at all races and take extra precautions to create a safe environment.  Here are a few of the measures being implemented:

• Social Distancing - We will practice social distancing throughout the event by recommending each registered participant and spectators keep a minimum distance of 6 feet apart, not congregate in groups of more than 5, and adhere to all recommended CDC guidelines. We ask that racers please limit the number of spectators that they bring with them.  Social Distancing will be strictly enforced.  Not adhering to social distancing practice will restrict you from future events.

• Start/Finish Procedures - Racers will be socially distanced through staggered starts at the beginning of the race.  Specifically, we will be releasing 1 runner every 10-15 seconds, faster runners first, until all runners are on the course. After finishing we ask that all racers quickly move through the finishing chute and do not linger in the finish line area.  Your start time and additional details will be emailed to you on race week so you can plan ahead.

• Touchless Packet Pickup - Racers will be pre-assigned bib numbers which will be put in a packet along with their race items and placed on a table to be picked up without the need to interact with a volunteer. We ask that you practice social distancing (keep a minimum distance of 6 feet apart, not congregate in groups of more than 5) and wear a mask while retrieving your items.

• Wearing of Masks - We require wearing a mask at the beginning and end of the race. Runners may remove their masks after the start of the race when runners have dispersed.  At this point we assume most runners have a mask they are used to wearing for these new circumstances, but if you do not have one, we will supply one for you.  The wearing of masks will be strictly enforced.  Not adhering to this practice will restrict you from future events.

• No Race Day Registration - There will be no race day registration. Registration cutoff will be 11:59am the evening before race day or when the race hits its capacity.  A reminder that we will limit the total race capacity to ensure enough room for social distancing, so sign up soon to secure your spot.

• No Race Day Edits - There will be no race day edits to distances. The cutoff to make any changes (up or down in distance, etc.) will be 48 hours before race day.

• Indoor Race Briefings – Indoor race briefings that take place before a race, will be canceled.  Instead, pertinent and important race information will continue to be given via email and at the race, briefings held at the starting line, 20 minutes prior to each race. 

• Hand Sanitizer – Hand sanitizer will continue to be available at start/finish, all aid stations, and restroom facilities.  Please use products, as needed. We highly recommend that you bring your own supplies if the product is not available

• Gloved Volunteers – Volunteers who are in contact with food and drink areas will continue to wear gloves.

• Aid Stations – Fluid stations on the course will be "touchless" with unopened bottles of water on a table.  These will be self-serve to eliminate touch points.

• Sickness – We are asking for personal accountability.  If you are a runner, spectator or volunteer and feel that you are not well or you experience any of the known symptoms of the flu or coronavirus (COVID-19), please refrain from attending these events.  If you are unsure of your symptoms, please visit the official CDC website. 

• Questions – If you have questions in regards to the COVID-19 policies in effect for TWC's "Run Wild" Trail Races, you can send an email to paws4wcds@gmail.com