Dog Day - Walk for Pooches & Parks!
| Hours: | 10am-2pm |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free see below |
| Category: | Fundraisers |
Bird Park is always a popular place for our canine friends, but Dog Day is a can’t-miss event for dogs, their owners, and those who just enjoy spending time in the park.
This year, the Trustees is partnering with Golden Opportunities for Independence (GOFIDOG), a Walpole-based nonprofit with a mission to empower people with a disability to live a more fulfilling life with the love and assistance of a dog and a mentor.
To support GOFIDOG and the park, Dog Day kicks off with a 2-mile (or shorter) fundraising “Walk for Pooches & Parks,” led by Resource Officer Tommy Hart and “Rebel,” Walpole Public Schools’ beloved service dog.
Of course, all pooches are welcome to join in (if they're on-leash & well-behaved with people and other dogs).
All proceeds directly benefit GOFIDOG and Bird Park.
And there's lots of post-walk fun to be had!
After the walk, be amazed by the Flying High Dogs who perform a variety of awesome and entertaining tricks.
If you have a dog with talent, then enter our very silly 'Best in Show' competition or enjoy some of our free activities — make a dog craft, enjoy the 'Dog Fun Fact' walk, or go poolside with your dog at one of the 'doggie' ('kiddie') pools.
You also can check out a GOFIDOG demonstration and see how these amazing dogs assist folks living with a disability.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Dog-related vendors on site.
Enjoying Bird Park with some four-legged friends is always a good time, but Dog Day may be the best time!
Preregistration for Walk recommended; day-of registration 8:30-9:30am at Music Court (stone stage).
Who: Presented by The Trustees and Golden opportunities for Independence (www.gofidog.org).
When: Saturday, August 25, 10:00am– 2:00pm Where: Music Court (stone stage) at Francis William Bird Park, East Walpole.
Largest Parking Lot at Polley Lane (use “135 Polley Lane” for GPS).
How: Please register for the walk at http://bit.do/dogday; event information & schedule is also online at www.thetrustees.org/birdpark (look for link to all upcoming events) and on Facebook (@friendsofbirdpark or @gofidog).
Questions?
Membership?
Contact Maura (mogara@thetrustees.org; 508-668-6136).
For updates and announcements, please follow Bird Park programs on Facebook @friendsofbirdpark.
Price: Admission, activities, demos, and Flying High Dog show are FREE; Fundraising walk is $24/Member Family or $30/Nonmember Family; “Best in Show” is $5/dog.
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Admission, activities, demos, and Flying High Dog show are FREE; Fundraising walk is $24/Member Family or $30/Nonmember Family; “Best in Show” is $5/dog.
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greater-boston/event-39755.html?srrelated_property=56508493
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Francis William Bird Park, Polley Lane, Walpole, MA, 02032 map
Phone: 5086686136
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- Largest Parking Lot is on Polley Lane (can use '135 Polley Lane, Walpole, MA 02032' for GPS).
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