First K95K Trail Run to benefit the Friends of Falmouth Dogs

Run kicks of a fun day in Falmouth for you and your dog

CapeK9Cardio Dog Exercise and Pet Sitting Company is organizing a first of its kind fundraiser for the Friends of Falmouth Dogs. The appropriately named K95K Trail Run is a "run, walk or jog for you and your dog".

The race commemorates the 20th anniversary of The Friends of Falmouth Dogs, Falmouth's dog shelter. All proceeds from the race will go to the shelter. According to K95K race director and owner of CapeK9Cardio, Jason Michaud, "The idea of the race is not only to raise money for the shelter, but to promote a healthy activity people can enjoy with their dogs."

The K95K begins at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 27, 2010, kicking of the Hounds at Highfield event--a full day of fun day for the family, including the dog! In its second year, an estimated 400 dog owners attended the event with their dogs. This year's event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will include a dog-owner look-alike contest, vendors, raffles, food and much more. Admission for the Hounds of Highfield is $5 for adults and free for children and dogs. All dogs must be checked in and leashed. The event will be held rain or shine.

The race course, which includes smooth to rough terrain for walkers and runners, winds through the Beebe Woods on the grounds of Highfield Hall. Runners will be timed professionally by the Falmouth Track Club. Race results will be published on both the Cool Running and New England Runner websites. Walkers will be released immediately after the runners and follow the same course, or a shorter 1-mile route.

Photography will be provided by Cold Nose Photo.

Register online at Active.com to receive a free t-shirt. Day of the event registration is also available at the Falmouth Academy gym, from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the day of the race. The fees for the race are as follows: