The Dog Days of Summer is a Timed Race held in August in the SW suburbs of the Chicagoland area with three (3) different time options. In our inaugural year, we have a 4 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour timed race run on a 1.6 mile loop that you repeat as many times as you can in the time allowed. The race has been organized to benefit the Rover Rescue foundation. As the name implies, there will be dogs of all kinds at the race for you to see, pet and love and even possibly adopt.
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EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Saturday August 29, 2020
Time: Race Starts at 6:00pm Location: Prairie Point Community Park 4120 Plainfield Rd., Oswego, IL 60543 |
CHARITY
Rover Rescue is a network of volunteer foster homes and does not have a central shelter. There is no application needed to complete. All you need to do to meet a dog is to contact or speak with the person listed at the end of the dog’s biography which is usually the foster home. This person will help you decide if the dog would be a good match for your family and if so then set up a time for your family to meet the dog. 25% of all race proceeds will be donated to Rover Rescue.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION AND MAPS
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The races will take runners on 1.62 mile paved loop around Prairie Point Park in Oswego, IL. The course will be well marked and manned with volunteers at important areas and well lit. Runners will travel in the clockwise direction starting at the back of Prairie Point Elementary School. The course is completely flat and wide open so runners are visible in all areas of the course.
The Start/Finish area will have a timing mat that you will need to cross to ensure you receive credit for the loop you completed. You can proceed to run straight into the next loop or you can take a quick right hand turn into Aid Station / Pit Row. At Aid Station / Pit Row you will find hydration, food, snacks and most importantly, Doggies!! You can stop to give the pups some love while you feed yourself before you press on to your next loop. Foods you are likely to see at Aid Station Row is provided below. |
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PACKET PICKUP
- You can pickup your race packets on Thursday August 27, 2020 at Salomon Factory Outlet Store in the Premium Outlet Mall in North Aurora from 4:00-8:00pm.
- You can pickup packets for a friend as long as you show identification and sign that you picked up their packet for them.
- Race Day packet pickup will be available from 4:30pm - 5:45pm on Saturday August 29, 2020.
- There will be Race Day registration available but we can not guarantee hats and buffs for those participants.
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August 27, 2020: 04:00 pm - 8:00 pm Salomon Factory Outlet 1650 Premium Outlet Blvd #548, Aurora, IL 60502 |
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SPONSORS, RACE SWAG AND PERKS
Participants will receive a race beanie and a buff
Runners that run at least 1 loop will receive a race glass
Free Race Photos and Results will be made available after the race
Aid Station will be fully stocked with hot and cold foods along with tasty snacks (sweet and salty). We will have options for those who prefer vegetarian and/or vegan.
Runners that run at least 1 loop will receive a race glass
Free Race Photos and Results will be made available after the race
Aid Station will be fully stocked with hot and cold foods along with tasty snacks (sweet and salty). We will have options for those who prefer vegetarian and/or vegan.
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Drinks
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Snacks
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Food
A surprise meal sponsored by Dick Pond |
Check back for more details for Awards and other race SWAG and Perks
REGISTRATION
The Inaugural Dog Days of Summer races will take place on August 29, 2020 in Oswego, IL and will feature a 4, 6 and 12 hour option. Participants will get to enjoy an Pet inspired theme with animals available for adoption as well as food, drinks, music and a lively atmosphere.
RACE RULES
- REQUIRED: Bring a headlamp for the race. We don't know your comfort levels with running in darkness. Even though the path will be lit with some lights, it's still dark. It's not perfect lighting for seeing anything that might be an obstruction or bad footing for you. Keep in mind that you will be running through the night, so common sense should play a factor here. You can always just leave your headlamp in your drop bag after a couple loops if you're okay with it.
- Yes, you can have Crew and Pacers. Crew can set up in any area, unless it is considered a restricted area as marked by signs. There are plenty of grassy areas along the course.
- Pacers should keep in mind that the path is not very wide and everyone should practice proper running etiquette when running side by side and passing.
- Aid Station is off limits to crew and pacers unless you're getting aid for your runner – The aid station is for timed event runners only.
- 4-6-12 hour runners can place their drop bags under the Drop Bag canopies near the Start/Finish line. All bags should be clearly marked with name, race, and bib number
- The park has permitted us to allow runners to bring their own canopy or camping tents, chairs, and coolers starting Saturday afternoon around 12:00 pm
- We are not responsible for any lost or stolen items
Transfer and Refund Policy: Bib Transfers will be allowed up to 24 hours prior to race start. Transfers must be done via email to the race director at jdelrisco13@comcast.net. There are NO refunds for the race.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Saturday August 29, 2020
04:30 PM : Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration Opens
05:00 PM : Rover Rescue Arrives with Shelter Animals
05:45 PM : Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration Closes
06:00 PM : ALL Races Start
10:00 PM : 4 Hour Race Ends
Midnight : 6 Hour Race Ends
Sunday August 30, 2020
06:00 AM – 12 Hour Race Ends
04:30 PM : Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration Opens
05:00 PM : Rover Rescue Arrives with Shelter Animals
05:45 PM : Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration Closes
06:00 PM : ALL Races Start
10:00 PM : 4 Hour Race Ends
Midnight : 6 Hour Race Ends
Sunday August 30, 2020
06:00 AM – 12 Hour Race Ends