The Dumb Friends League Wag `n Trail will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 8 a.m. to noon at Glendale Farm Open Space (located near I-25 and Surrey Ridge) in Douglas County, just south of Denver. The event is a fundraiser to benefit the homeless pets at the League’s south location, the Buddy Center, in Castle Rock.
Wag `n Trail starts with a leisurely 1.6-mile hike at your own pace through scenic rolling hills and features dozens of vendors, demonstrations, a new beer garden with brews from locally-owned Grist Brewing Co., food trucks, music, adoptable dogs and fun for both two- and four-legged participants. Fido can also enjoy the five-acre, off-leash dog park located near the trailhead.
“This is one of our favorite events of the year,” said Matt Levien, Buddy Center director. “It not only helps support the Buddy Center and the services we provide to the pets and people of Douglas County, but it’s also a fun opportunity to get outdoors, bring Coloradans and their dogs together and contribute to a wonderful cause.”
Registration is free, but attendees are encouraged to fundraise to receive additional event perks. Participants who raise at least $75 will receive an official Wag `n Trail event T-shirt, GoodTimes ice cream (for you and your pooch), and a commemorative family photo to take home. All the money raised at Wag `n Trail helps the Dumb Friends League provide shelter, medical care, behavior training, foster care and other services to homeless pets at the Buddy Center.
As the only animal shelter serving Douglas County, the Buddy Center plays a vital role in reuniting owners with lost pets and finding loving homes for thousands of cats, dogs and small pets each year.
