PawPals 4 Life 5k

PawPals Endeavor 2026: Spoooky Edition

Second Annual PawPals 4 Life 5k

Presented by GetDisrupted.Org and Pawfields Enrichment Group

In-Person 5k: October 24, 2026 - Noon

Race t-shirt guaranteed for those who register by September 1, 2026, or until sold out online. 

Run or Walk: It's entirely an off-road experience! In recognition of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. It is our demonstration and commitment to enrichment for paws of all kinds. Limited number of in-person participants allowed; act now to secure your spot in the race!

For our second annual PawPals Endeavor we are offering more activities that are bound to be a spoooky good time for PawRents and PawPals! This year proceeds will go to Disruptive Endeavors Inc. (dba GetDisrupted.Org).

We are on a mission to provide a fuller and more enriching life for our PawPals - a source of joy and comfort for us PawRents. With your participation and help we can accomplish this task, keeping our eyes peeled, ears tuned, noses up, and paws forward to a better tomorrow with hoomankinds’s best pals. If we have learned anything, it is this: River, Aston, and Nova are not “pets”; they are family, members of our household, our ride-or-dies, our PawPals for life. Our transition into PawRents taught us that enrichment was an essential part for their development and well-being; from engaging in their training as a bonding strategy to encouraging socialization as a way to reveal their personalities and create independence. Our PawPals require dedication from us as much as they dedicate themselves to us.

We aim to provide a space where PawRents and PawPals can come together for a PawFect cause: to instill hope in us all and help save lives while also encouraging social interaction among our friends. The Passion of life shown through Affection, Loyalty, and Service for one another — PawRents and PawPals alike.

Your PawPals 4 Life 5K Registration includes: General Admission for you, your guest, and your PawPal into the PawPals Endeavor: Spoooky Edition. Plus a single (1) participant entry (PawRent) and your dog (PawPal) into the dog-friendly 5k, an official event t-shirt, finisher medal, and your registered PawPal receives a matching finisher medal and bandana. Additional PawPals may register for an additional charge (up to a maximum of 4 PawPals per PawRent registered for the 5k) and will also receive a matching finisher medal and bandana.

PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway: Your Registration and check-in for the PawPals 4 Life 5K automatically receives a single (1) “No Purchase Necessary” entry and 9 additional entries (for a total of ten (10) entries) into the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway. Additionally, your guest receives a single (1) "No Purchase Necessary" entry as well. Any person may submit additional entries through the approved suggestion minimum contribution form at https://getdisrupted.betterworld.org/giveaways/pawpals2026. Additional Rules and Regulations apply to the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway: Read the Full Rules and Regulations for the PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway.

PROCEEDS:  To Be Announced

LOCATION:

Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail

31515 Wekiva River Road

Sorrento FL 32776 - Lake County

ENTRANCE CHANGE NOTIFICATION

Access to Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail will be via Rock Springs Reserve Road and Wekiva River Road in Sorrento, Florida. The new entrance leads directly to the primitive camping, glamping sites, and the Rock Springs Guest Ranch. The old entrance off State Road 429 South will be open during hunting season for participants.

PACKET PICK-UP:

Front Running Sports

Dates TBD

*packet pickup on race day as well 

EVENT SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 24:

10:30 am - Packet Pickup/Check-In

12:00 pm - Race Starts 

AWARDS:

Overall Top 3 Adults (18+): Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Overall Top 3 Youth (17 and younger): Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Overall Top 3 PawPals

Top 3 of each Age Group (Male, Female, and Non-Binary): 10 and younger; 11-17; 18-25; 26-35; 36-45; 46-55; 56-65; 66-75; 76-85; 85+

SHIRTS:

Shirt sizes are guaranteed to all participants that register early and once you see "Sold Out" online that shirt size is no longer available. 

PARK ENTRANCE: Entry into Rock Springs Run State Reserve for the participant and one guest is included with in-person 5k registration.

PARKING: Located in the park, Free Parking

TIMING & SCORING:

Race will be timed and scored. 

In-person participants will have their time tracked and recorded with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the back of the race bib.

RACE SWAG:

Purchase limited edition swag during registration. Products to be revealed!

NOTE: Limited number of in-person participants allowed — Register TODAY to secure your spot in the race.

All pets must be confined, leashed, or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times. Leashes may not exceed six feet in length. Florida law requires that pets be vaccinated against rabies. Upon check-in on race day, participants may be asked for their dog’s proof of current vaccination. 

Florida State Parks Pet Policy: https://www.floridastateparks.org/PetPolicy?

For more information and park rules visit: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/rock-springs-run-state-reserve

It is important for each participant to recognize that trail running involves running and/or walking on wilderness trails or unpaved roads and that participants may encounter soft sand, standing water, mud, rocks, roots, and wildlife. Participation in a trail run also carries an inherent risk of injury.

Explore Merchant and Sponsor Opportunities: Visit us here to learn about the merchant and sponsor opportunities available.

Race registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

*Race/event details and schedule subject to change.