2015 Margre Durham Walk/5k For The Animals

Walk/ 5K For the Animals Information

NHSDate:
Sunday, September 27th, 2015

Time:
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
     8:00 a.m. - Registration & Check-in
     8:30 a.m. - 5k Run Begins
     10 a.m. - The Walk Begins

Location:
Nebraska Humane Society Campus
8929 Fort Street
Omaha, NE 68134

The Walk:
Follow the alumni leaders out the gate along the sidewalk east, thru the park and onto the Keystone trail. Walk to the soccer field, loop around and head back for a lovely one mile walk.

The Run:
We are proud to partner with Peak Performance for our 5k Run! All runners will be happy to hear that your four-legged companion is more than welcome to run with you! This is a timed event by our friends at Peak Performance!

Event Details:

  • General Admission- Adults $10 Children 10 and under FREE (Those pre-registered online will be admitted for free).
  • Vendor Village- Our sponsors will have giveaways and information on pet products and services.
  • Flealess Market- Our silent auction.
  • Rescue Groups- See what local volunteers are doing to help your favorite breeds.
  • 5K Run will start at 8:30 a.m.
  • Adoption Parade at 9:30 a.m. — Meet adoptable dogs who are looking for a new home.
  • Alumni Parade around 10 a.m. — Dogs who’ve been adopted from NHS lead the pack as we kick off the Walk.
  • Walk For The Animals around 10:15 a.m.- The actual Walk on the Keystone Trail.
  • Dachshund Dash — A short walk route for little legs around the outside of the meadow.

Parking:

  • Shuttle parking — Park in the Con Agra lot north of Bakers on the northeast corner of 90th and Fort and hop a bus over (We try to be good neighbors and not take Bakers spaces!)
  • Valet parking--for $20 you can pull in on the North side of Fort Street. Valets will take care of your car for you.
Registration Fees & Prizes

Register as a Walker:
$35 Registration fee
Registration fee for the Walk. Includes a Walk for the Animals shirt.

Register as a Runner for $40:
$40 Registration fee

Registration fee for the 5k Run. Includes a 5K Run Dri-fit shirt.

Prizes
$50:

Complimentary Pancake Breakfast provided by The Pancake Man.

$200:
Walk/ 5K for the Animals Insulated Beverage holder.

$500:
Welcome to Club 500- Admission into Club 500 the day of the Walk, Valet Parking, Special drinks and treats (for people and dogs), a nice seating area, and a great view of all the festivities.

$700:
Official Walk/ 5K for the Animals Sweatshirt

$1,000:
Official Walk/ 5K for the Animals Jacket

Top Fundraiser:
Will it be you? If you're the top fundraiser your animal will be the 2016 Walk Mascot!!

Club 500

Individuals, including Dog Pack Members who raise $500 or more automatically become Club 500 members. The day of the Walk, Club 500 members will have complimentary valet parking, complimentary pancake breakfast and access to a special area reserved for members and their animals.

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