3rd Whitefish WAG Race
What is the WAG Park?
The City of Whitefish and WAG welcome you to Hugh Rogers WAG Park, named in honor of the beloved Whitefish veterinarian who died in a plane crash in April 2009.
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The park is free to the public, and welcomes all responsible users. It is owned and maintained by the City of Whitefish, with WAG acting in an advisory capacity. WAG will continue to raise funds and provide leadership for future improvements. All donations through WAG are tax-deductible.
More efficient management of dogs by the city.
All dogs using a dog park will be required to have a current license, either city or county, and a rabies tag. The animal control officer will be able to interact with dog owners on a regular basis. S/he will be able to answer the question, “Where can I take my dog?” There will be fewer problems with dogs off-leash in areas where it is not appropriate.
Promoting pet owner responsibility
As people gather and socialize at the park, peer pressure becomes a positive force to control and clean up after your animal. Training tips and good manners are exchanged. Reader boards within the park will provide information about licensing requirements, pet responsibility and dog-related services.
Providing all citizens a place to recreate with dogs.
A safe and legal space to play can enhance the experience for all dog owners. Many people appreciate a place to let their animals exercise off-leash, or simply to enjoy other peoples’ animals. Dog owners merit a place in the public park system for their activity.
A marketable asset for the city
Visitors want and need a place to exercise their animals while traveling. People buying homes and operating businesses want an environment conducive to responsible pet ownership.
Reducing pressure on outlying areas
As Whitefish expands, it becomes increasingly difficult to find suitable places for dogs to run off-leash. Driving long distances to safely exercise pets is expensive, environmentally unfriendly and often impractical. Home owners on the fringes have problems with parking and uncontrolled use. Wildlife is harassed and habitat damaged.
A well exercised dog is less likely to cause problems
The majority of dogs in a dog park seem to understand that this is neutral territory, and a place to play. They learn socialization skills. Dog owners who are inclined to let their dogs stay in a yard …and bark … are often inspired to use a near-by fenced park. Everyone benefits.
AniMeals will have a food bin for any animal food donations you can bring the day of the race!
The 2012 3rd Annual Whitefish Animal Hospital WAG Race is here.Come out on Saturday, May 19, 2011 and race to benefit the Hugh Rogers WAG Park. All proceeds will go to the park. This is a fundraiser!!!
For more information
Call Matthew Smeltzer at 406-212-2842
or email at
This is a cup-free race. We will supply a Hydra-Pouch for all 15k participants, but all other racers will be required to carry their own bottle in order to utilize water (donated from Petty John’s Water Supply in Kalispell) at aid stations.
Each participant will receive:
Short sleeved cotton t-shirt
Food from Sally's Bakery & Deli
Ice Cream from Sweet Peaks
Beer from Great Northern (over 21 only)
Pint Glass w/ Run Whitefish & Great Northern Brewery Logo
Hydra Pouch for aid stations (free for 15k participants only)
Chance to win many great raffle prizes from local merchants
Great music
15k USATF Certified Race
Packet pick-up: Whitefish Animal Hospital on Friday May 18 8am -6pm
Pre-race meeting: Saturday May 19, 2012 10:30 AM
Start Time: Saturday May 19, 2012 11 AM
Start/Finish Area: WAG Park Parking Area
Aid: 4 cup-free stations w/ toilets (HydraPouch cups supplied for 15k racers)
Map: 15 K Course Map
4 mile fun run/walk
Packet pick-up: Whitefish Animal Hospital on Friday May 18 8am -6pm
Pre-race meeting: Saturday May 19, 2012 10:30 AM
Start Time: Saturday May 19, 2012 11:00 AM
Start/Finish Area: WAG Park Parking Area
Aid: 1 cup-free station w/ toilet
Map: 4 Mile Course Map
1.5 mile fun run/walk
Packet pick-up: Whitefish Animal Hospital on Friday May 18 8am -6pm
Pre-race meeting: Saturday May 19, 2011 10:30 AM
Start Time: Saturday May 19, 2011 11:15 AM
Start/Finish Area: WAG Park Parking Area
Aid: One water station without toilet.
Map: 1.5 Mile Course Map
Registration, Packet pick-up & T-shirt deadlines
Online registration is available through the end of May 17th. Paper applications must be postmarked by May 15th. To receive a t-shirt your application must be submitted by April 30th. Packet pick-up is at Whitefish Animal Hospital located at 245 2nd Street West on Friday May 13 and last minute registration is the morning of the race from 8:30 AM to no later than 10:30 AM. We’ll be set up in the grass of the softball field by the WAG Park.
Parking
Please do not park in the main WAG park lot (East of the dog park). Parking is available on the West side of the dog park and at the Armory. Please car pool, ride a bike or maybe even run instead of taking a whole parking space all to yourself!
Volunteers
We’ll need close to 40 volunteers for this event. Every registered and confirmed volunteer will receive a special shirt,food and beer w/glass. All Volunteers need to arrive at the WAG Park no later than 9:30 AM unless notified otherwise by a WAG Race official. Please fill out a volunteer application from the bar on the left or contact Matthew by phone 406-212-2842 or email matthew@runwhitefish.org
Aid Stations & Course Guides
There will be four aid stations along the course. One at Memorial Park (2nd & Pine) for the 15k and 4 mile and three more along the 15k course. All will have water and a toilet. All Run Whitefish races are cup-free races. This means you’ll need to carry your own bottle. We will have a water station at the start/finish area with water bottles and Hydra-Pouches available for purchase (15k participant receive a HydraPouch with registration). Volunteers will also be at all intersections to cheer you on and make sure you stay on course. Any participants running slower than 15 minute miles may find aid stations and intersections vacant of volunteers! If you stop without finishing the race then you need to check in with a volunteer, police officer or WAG Race official before leaving. Otherwise, we’ll waste unnecessary time looking for you!
Age Divisions
will update soon
Children Participation
Children 10 and under race for free! Unless your child is in a stroller, you’ll need to register them as well. This way we can make sure everyone is off the course safely. They’ll receive a timing chip and bib number. If your child wants food and/or shirt, please do not register them for the 10 and under free divisions, but one of the regular divisions instead.
Dog Participation
Participants are encouraged to run or walk with your canine companion on a leash. Because the 15k course will be USATF certified having a dog attached would disqualify you for any USATF records, but not locally. Anyone who chooses to run with a dog will have results posted in separate divisions.
Awards and Prizes
will update soon
Food
Lunch will be provided by Sally’s Bakery & Deli and Ice cream will be provided by Sweet Peaks. All food and drink including a glass is included in registration fees.
