Back the Blue K-9 1 Mile run/walk

🐾 Event Overview

• Date: September 11, 2025
• Location: 114 W Main St, Pickens, SC
• Categories: Runners/Walkers and Runners/Walkers with dogs
• Website: Race Registration

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Top Awards: Given to the top three male and female runners
• Dog Awards: Top five runners with dogs regardless of gender
• Special Award: 1st First Responder to cross the line in uniform
• Age Group Awards: Given out at 10-year intervals

🐕 Participation Details

• Finisher Medals: All participants will receive a finisher medal
• Dog Friendly: Bring your well-behaved dog with you
• Packet Pickup: Thursday night 4:30-5:45 pm in front of the 1st Baptist Church
• Tee Shirts: Guaranteed for all registrants before September 1st

🎵 Entertainment and Support

• Starting Point: Downtown Pickens across from Main St. in front of the 1st Baptist Church
• Finish Line: At The Open Door
• Music: Provided by The Jaguar 4
• Proceeds: All proceeds will go to the Pickens City K-9 unit

💰 Cash Awards

• 1st Place: $150
• 2nd Place: $100
• 3rd Place: $50