LOCATION:
Mt. Tabor Park in Portland
(Picnic area A near the bathrooms / amphitheater)

START TIMES:
8:45AM REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP
10:00AM 5K AND 8K RUN / WALK
11:00AM KID'S HALF MILER

Make sure you read the info below before you go to the registration info.

ABOUT THE EVENT:
The Mt. Tabor Doggie Challenge, now in its 8th year, is a very fun and relaxing event that takes place in one of Portland's most beautiful parks.

Participants enjoy great views of the city and the surrounding mountains while running the shady tree lined streets within the park. The courses stay completely on the road, with a very easy 5k and a challenging 8k.

Stick around after the event for one of the most chill after-race parties ever. Enjoy tasty beer and great food while lounging in the grass listening to live music under the pavilion!

Bring everyone for this fun, family-friendly event!

ABOUT THE KIDS EVENT:
The kids' race is a non-timed 1/2 mile event for children of all ages. The cost for this event is free without a t-shirt.  If you would like to purchase a shirt for the kid's event it is $25.   Parents are welcomed and encouraged to run or walk with their kids.  There is also no cost for parents to run with kids.

ABOUT OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY:
Our Mission is to foster an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion for all animals through education, legislation, and leadership. To care for the homeless, to defend the abused, and to fight with unrelenting diligence for recognition of the integrity of all animals.

Celebrating 140 years of service, the Oregon Humane Society is dedicated to helping animals and people. Each year over 12,000 animals are served by OHS, more than 850 reports of animal abuse and neglect are investigated, and almost 20,000 children are taught humane education. OHS relies entirely on private donations and receives no tax dollars.  Visit us online at www.oregonhumane.org or come to the shelter at 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97211 (503) 285-7722. Open 10 am - 7 pm Sunday
10 am - 9 pm Monday thru Saturday.

PACKET PICKUP:
IN-STORE: FOOT TRAFFIC: 4020 NE Fremont
Thursday and Friday July 22nd and 23rd from 10:00am-7:00pm

DAY OF RACE: AT THE EVENT: Starting at 8:45am
*We strongly recommend you attend the packet pick-up; lines on raceday are long and slow.

LIVE MUSIC:
There will be live music at the after race party.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE:
All participants receive two (2) tasty beverages as part of their registration fee.  Each participant will also receive some very yummy food and other great treats as part of their registration.  And of course, since it is an athletic event above all else, water is available at the start / finish.

AFTER RACE PARTY:
The after race party is free for all to attend. However, only participants will receive the goodies FREE at the party.

CLOTHING CHECK-IN AT THE EVENT:
There is a clothing check for this event. Your bib # will match up with the numbers we have on the bag.  To protect your belongings, only the person wearing the bib with the matching # will be allowed to retrieve the belongings in the bag.

JOGGING STROLLERS IN THE EVENT:
Jogging strollers are permitted in this event.  However, we ask that you be respectful to the other participants and please start toward the back.

DOGS / PETS IN THE EVENT:
Bring your pups along for this dog-friendly event!

IPODS / MP3 PLAYERS /WALKMANS:
All of our events are music player friendly.  However, please be aware that you still need to be conscious of your surroundings which include your fellow participants, emergency vehicles, and the random vehicle that may be on the course.

HOW TO GET THERE / PARKING / TRANSPORTATION:
As always with an event like this, parking is VERY limited.  PLEASE CARPOOL or take Public transportation!!!  Please go to TriMet.org to find out the best Public transportation routes. You can go to our Help Us Be Green page to find links to Portland Bike routes.  You can go to the Forum page to talk with others about offering / getting a ride to the event.

RACE TIMING / RESULTS:
This event is timed using conventional tear tag method of timing.  In order to insure proper results, please make sure your name is printed clearly and correctly on your bib, or please make sure the label we place on your bib has your correct info.  If not please tell us prior to the event.

As you finish and go through the finish chute, please keep moving and please stay in the order you finished (this is how we keep track of your place).  Even though the results come out a little slower this way, we are still pretty darn good and should have them posted at the event.  You can find them online within 2-3 days after the event by clicking on our results page

AWARDS / CEREMONY:
The award ceremony will take place at approximately 11:30am. The award ceremony will be for the Top 3 overall winners of each event and the overall master's winners of each event only. The prizes for the age group winners will be a available to pick up next to the stage during and after the award ceremony.

We have awards for the top 3 male and female overall finisher in each event as well as the top 3 masters male and female in each event. There are age group awards for top 3 finishers in each age category starting at 14 and under and going in groups of every five years from age 15-80. (15-19, 20-24 etc).

For lodging, check out the Portland Oregon Visitor's Association website.