Walk for the Animals! Saturday, May 4th

It’s that time of year again! Time for the annual "Walk for the Animals" to raise funds for the animals at Prairie’s Edge Humane Society. This is our 26th year for the walk. This year’s walk will be held on Saturday, May 4th at Shager Park, Cannon Lake, west of Faribault on Hwy 60. We will be walking the bike path along the lake. Come join the fun, bring your friendly, leashed pet and the whole family for a fun morning walk. There will be prizes for the top fundraisers, t-shirts for anyone who raises at least $50 (while supplies last), snacks for the walkers, pet goodie bags and vendors.

The walk is one of the largest fundraising events of the year for Prairie’s Edge Humane Society. Proceeds will be used to help the homeless animals cared for at the shelter and to fund our many community programs. We are looking forward to seeing you and your pet! The walk will take place rain or shine so dress for the weather. All walkers should register at the pavilion at Shager Park, then choose a distance to walk; one-half, one, two or three mile options will be available. After completing the walk, the trail will bring participants back to the pavilion for snacks, pet goodies and prizes. You can walk anytime between 8:30 am - noon, however you should begin your walk no later than 10:00 am so that you are sure to finish by noon. All walkers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All pets must be up to date on their vaccinations.

You can download a Walk brochure by clicking here Walk for the Animals brochure 

Begin fundraising now! Remember there will be prizes for the most funds raised by an individual age 18 and over and also for an individual under the age of 18!

Things to do before the walk:

Download a donation record sheet by clicking here. Walk Pledge Form

Ask your teachers, friends, relatives, co-workers and neighbors to sponsor yourself and collect a donation of any amount they choose.

Checks should be made payable to Prairie’s Edge Humane Society. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.

To set up your own on-line fundraising page to raise funds click here http://givemn.razoo.com/story/new

Collect your donations before coming to the walk. Complete your donation record sheet and turn it in along with your collected donations at the start of the walk.

Money must be turned in upon check in the day of the walk in order to quality for prizes.

Donations received on line will be added to your total donations turned in on the day of the walk. Please bring a printout of on line donations with you.

If you cannot participate the day of the walk, alternatives are available! Collect donations for the walk and do your walking at your convenience. You may do this at one of the local health centers, or walk the trail early. Your money must be turned in at the PEHS shelter prior to the walk date of May 4th however, to be eligible for any prizes if you cannot attend the event on that day.

If you would like a walk brochure and pledge form mailed to you please contact the PEHS shelter at 507-334-7117.

REMEMBER! START YOUR FUNDRAISING NOW!!! The homeless animals of our communities need your help!