Join us for our 9 th annual 5k run/walk at Cascades Falls Park! The park is located at 1401 S Brown St, Jackson, MI 49203. Paws in the Park is one of Cascades Humane Society’s largest fundraisers of the year. All donations and registration fees go straight to the animals in our care. Paws in the Park 2026 will be on Saturday, May 30, 2026 and features a beautiful 5k run/walk around Cascades Falls Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to attend and participate in the event. Prefer a short distance or a casual troll? Join us for our 1 Mile Woof Walk! Each 5k participant will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal. Each Woof Walk participant will receive a t-shirt. T-shirts are guaranteed with registrations by April 30, 2026. Supplies are available as they last after that date. Early Packet Pick Up will be at Cascades Humane Society on Friday, May 29th from 12:00 - 6:00 pm. Can't make it? Join the Paws in the Park Virtual 5k. Can’t make the race, but want to support CHS and our furry friends? This
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Jackson, MI.
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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