[Nebraska-Students] Furlong For Paws 5K

[Jamie K. Richey]

Furlongs for Paws

 

The National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska is proud to partner with
the 

Omaha to London runners
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for Furlongs for Paws!  This event is a 5K and 1K held on the same day this
year as the world-famous TCS London Marathon. Proceeds from this event
benefit the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association which is an official
charity of the TCS London Marathon chosen by the Omaha to London Runners.

 

The Omaha to London Runners have asked to partner with the NFB of Nebraska
in this and future events to raise funds and awareness of blindness!

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick off blindness Equality Achievement
Month (BEAM)!  We encourage members from across the state to participate in
the event either by walking/running or assisting with packet hand-out and
talking with participants about blindness!  Volunteers are needed for both
days! 

 

About the Event:

Furlongs For Paws 5K and 1K

run 25 Furlongs with, or without, a dog! 

How long is a furlong you ask? It's 1/8 mile! Twenty-five furlongs is a 5K!

 

Furlongs for Paws 5K and 1K is a chip timed race by Precision Race Results. 

Precision Race Results has been described as "one of the most professional,
accurate, and well-rounded timing companies in the country."

Furlong For Paws is Nebraska RRCA insured.

 

When & Where:

Sunday, October 2nd, 2022

8:00 AM (Central) 5K Begins

9:00 AM (Central) 1K Begins

 

Walnut Creek Recreation Area 

11601 South 96th Street

Papillion, NE

Approx. 3.15 miles around the lake.

 

Packet Pickup:

Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Walnut Creek Recreation
area.

Sunday, October 2, 2022, 6:30 am-7:30 am at Walnut Creek Recreation area.

Registration Information:

Register
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Before September 30th for $35.00.  

Registration is available the day of the event, but the price will increase
by $10.00. A t-shirt is not guaranteed after September 15th.

The registration fee of $35.00 will cover the following categories:

*	5K Runner
*	5K Walker
*	5K Runner/Walker with Dog
*	5K Running Team - Runner with Guide

 

Children under 12 years old can also 

Register for a 1K
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For $10.00 until September 30th!

 

Not able to participate in person?  Join us virtually for Just $25.00!
Click 

Here to Register
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As a 5K Virtual Participant!

Don't forget to submit your 5K virtual results

Here <https://secure.getmeregistered.com/virtual_race.php?category_id=88310>


 

In-person registration will be available on packet pickup day, October 1,
2022, but it will be $45.00 with no guarantee of a shirt.

 

Awards:

Awards will be presented as follows:

* Top 3 Overall Male Runners without dogs

* Top 3 Overall Female Runners without dogs

* Top Male Masters Runner (40 and over) without dog

* Top Female Masters Runner (40 and over) without dog

* Top 3 Dogs

* Top Masters Dog (6 years or older)

 

              Furlongs for Paws is also partnering with

MyTeam Triumph <http://www.myteamtriumph.org/> : 

Whose mission is to enhance the health and well-being of individuals with
disabilities by fostering lasting, authentic relationships through the
teamwork environment of endurance athletics.

At myTEAM TRIUMPH we believe that EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE
THE JOY OF CROSSING THE FINISH LINE!

 

For additional  information on the event or to register visit the 

Website
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or E-mail: 

FurlongsForPaws5k at gmail.com <mailto:FurlongsForPaws5k at gmail.com> 

 

Spread the word, bring your pups, and have some fun!