Bigfoot Half Trail Run

Join New Leash On Life, a 501(c)(3) organization, a no-kill pet adoption and resource center currently in development for Crown Point, Indiana, Saturday, June 6th for our inaugural 5K and 2K Dog Run/Walk! Our event is open to not only families, but their dogs as well! Even if your pooch is more of a couch potato than an athlete, we will have a curated vendor area to explore as well as food vendors, contests, and demonstrations! For families, the thrilling Y Climbing Tower will be open for anyone adventurous at heart.

Our fun run is open to anyone with or without their pets! The course trails through the beautiful YMCA Camp Triangle Hills and will offer plenty of sights (and smells!) for our two-legged and four-legged participants. We encourage those with participating pets to take their time and enjoy the trails!

5K Race start- 9AM

2K Run/Walk start- 9:10AM

Price to register

$30 5K on or before 5/6 - $35 after

$25 2K on or before 5/6 - $30 after

Registration Includes:

• Tails on the Trails race t-shirt*

• Tails on the Trails finisher medal*

• Dog medal charm*

• Race swag bag

• Chip timed race bib**

• Finish line treats for pups!

*T-shirt and medals not guaranteed past May 6th

**5K race only

Awards (for 5K participants)

Age Group Awards:

Top (1) Overall Male and Female

Top (3) in Age Groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over

Awards (for 5K and 2K participants)

Biggest dog finisher

Smallest dog finisher

Pre-race packet pick up:

June 5th: 4-7PM

Location: Berkshire Hathaway Executive Realty, 1201 N Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307

(across from Jewel/Osco)

Onsite packet pick up:

June 6th: 7:30-8:30AM

Location: YMCA Camp Triangle Hills & Retreat Center, 3838 W 141st Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307

Extra Mile Fitness Company YOUTH RUNNING CAMP! 🏃🏃‍♀️

Ages 5 -13

All abilities are welcome!

Camp Dates:

TUESDAYS

June 9

June 16

June 23

July 7

AND RACE DAY: One Mile Challenge July 11th.

Practices are 6:00-7:00 pm - arrive early for check-in at 5:45pm

Location:

Sunset Hill Farm County Park - 775 Meridian Rd #8507, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Our 4-week Youth Running Camp introduces youth to running in a safe and fun environment. These camps are a grassroots program, designed to break down barriers and ensure every child has the opportunity to participate. Additionally, we give back by supporting local middle and high school Cross Country programs, donating proceeds from the One Mile Challenge. This event introduces over 500 youth to running and cross country, fostering a positive experience that we hope will inspire a lifelong love for the sport.

Campers will have 4 weeks of training practices and will compete in the Extra Mile One Mile Challenge Race on Saturday, July 11.

Parent/Information meeting:

Tuesday June 9, (day 1 of camp)

Check in will start at 5:30pm, followed by a 10-15 min parent meeting.

Sunset Hill Farm County Park 775 Meridian Rd #8507, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Extra Mile Fitness Company YOUTH RUNNING CAMP! 🏃🏃‍♀️

Ages 5-13

Camp Dates:

Thursdays June 11, June 18, June 25, and July 9, AND RACE DAY: One Mile Challenge Saturday July 11th

Practices are 6:00-7:00 pm - check-in at 5:45pm

Camp Location:

Woodland Park - 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage IN 46368 - WIGWAM SHELTER

Goal Race:

Extra Mile ONE MILE CHALLENGE: Saturday, July 11- Fee includes youth entry into Extra Mile One Mile Challenge including race shirt!

Our 4-week Youth Running Camp introduces youth to running in a safe and fun environment. Campers will have 4 weeks of training practices and will compete in the Extra Mile One Mile Challenge Race on Saturday, July 11.

Parent/Information Meeting - Thursday June 11, (day 1 of camp) Check in will start at 5:30pm, followed by a 10-15 min parent meeting. At Woodland Park - 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage IN 46368 - WIGWAM SHELTER

We are honored to invite to you the Fifth Annual MS Warrior Dash 5K at the lovely Imagination Glen - West Park in Portage, Indiana on Saturday June 13th 2025.

All proceeds benefit MS Run the US, a nonprofit providing vital direct equipment donations to those living with MS. Will you help us to fight MS one mile at a time? Read more about MS Run the US. Our very own Race Director Stephanie Crook ran 143 miles in 5 days in July of 2022 as one of 19 Segment runners traversing the entire US. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to continue her fundraising and advocacy efforts through the MS Warrior Dash Race Series.

Register Today and join us on Saturday June 13rd 2026!

• PLEASE NOTE: Registration prices will increase as we approach race day. Signup early to lock in your discounted price!

• 5K Race: Official Race Start and Open Start Line at 8:00am.

• Open Start Line allows participants to start when they feel comfortable and safe! We kindly ask competitive runners to start on 'gun' time at 8:00am. We expect to leave the Start Line open until 8:15am.

• Professional Chip Timing by Timer Mike @ Ronin Race Timing who also happens to be a Segment runner from 2022 and experienced race timer.

Race Day Schedule:

• Packet Pickup and Registration opens at 7:00am

• We anticipate having early packet pickup Friday afternoon. Details upcoming.

• 5K Start: 8:00am

• Awards OnDemand: for those who need to be on their way! Pickup your award at anytime after you finish.

• Overall Awards Announcement ~ 8:45

• Spend the morning with the community after the race. We have a few surprises lined up for attendees!

For those Living With MS:

• We would be honored to have you at the event and will happily work to make the event as accessible and accommodating as we can.

• We will be updating this page with detailed information in the coming days.

Calumet Region Striders 2026 Gold Cup and Elite Series:

• We are thrilled to be a 2026 Gold Cup race with the Calumet Region Striders

• Age Groups and Awards

• Overall Male/Female winners

• Overall Male/Female Masters (40+) winners

• Top 3 M/F Athena (170 lbs.+) and Clydesdale (210 lbs.+)

• Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+

Be a part of our 10th Annual family friendly evening bike ride for all ages starting at the Fairgrounds and touring through the City. Includes a bike rodeo at 7:30 pm & Summer Night Market from 5-9 pm. At the event:

• 12+ mile family friendly evening bike ride (also 4 mile Family Ride option)

• Finisher Medal for FIRST 200 to sign up!

• FREE Kids' Bike Helmets (while supplies last) from Loopy Cases. See details below.

• Hometown Nite Market from 5-9 PM with artisan vendors, live music, great food & craft drinks.

• Bike Rodeo for the kids (12 & under) to test their skills at 7:30 pm.

Prizes for "Best Decorated/Lighted Bike(s)"

Free Bike Helmet Giveaway!

Loopy Cases wants to keep kids safe. Starting at 5 pm, they will be giving away 100 FREE kids bike helmets on a first-come, first-served basis from their booth at the Hometown Summer Night Market.

Quantities and sizes are limited. Any kid who misses out on a helmet will be able to get a free reflective slap bracelet and stickers.

Cost: Adults: $25. Ages 3-12: $20. Free entry for kids being pulled in a trailer or with Mom/Dad on back of bike. Shirts extra cost of $16 thru June 1st. Helmets, lights & reflective wear strongly encouraged.

Get BACK $20! Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends. Get 5 to sign up & get $20!

Registration/Sign In: starts at 7:00 pm at Lake Co. Fairgrounds.

The COURSE: A non-timed 12+ mile ride using the city streets to tour through Crown Point! 4+ mile family ride option.

Timeline:

5:00 – 9:00 pm – Hometown Nite Market. FREE bike check ($50 value) & bike decorating station.

5:30 - 8:30 pm - Live music, great food & craft drinks.

7:30 - 8:30 pm - Sign in for Nite Ride. FREE bike check offered by Trek Schererville

7:30 pm - Bike Rodeo presented by Region Composite.

8:00 pm – “Best Decorated Bike” Contest & National Anthem

8:30p – Nite Ride starts.

Please note: This event happens rain or shine. No refunds given due to weather or for any other reason. You can transfer your registration thru June 1st. Any unclaimed shirts will be sold after the ride starts.

Question? Email [email protected]