Saturday's Druid City Iron Dog Will Pair People and Dogs for Fun Event at Lake Lurleen State Park

The Druid City Iron Dog event is Saturday (May 14) at Lake Lurleen State Park! The event pairs people and dogs for a casual and totally fun time!

If the name 'iron dog' scares you, don't be, this event is more casual and laid back than you realize.

Sure, three course phases are planned which is similar to the well known Iron Man competitions.

At the Iron Dog, there will be a scenic 2-mile course for running or walking. The next phases is the optional dog agility course. It's really quite easy, and designed so any dog could handle it, yet you can still skip past it. The last phase is the optional dog swimming. Sure, some dogs will love this and others will note like it all. That's fine, you can skip this phase too.

See, the course is there to do what you want with it. Simply go with the thought of enjoying time with your four-legged friend, along with the other teams.

Here's the official schedule of events:

CHECK IN - - 7:00-7:55 AM

Check in, onsite registration, visit educational booths, check out the dogs for adoption, practice agility course if needed.

EVENT START - - 8:00 AM

2 Mile Dog Walk (8:00-8:45/9:00)
Agility Course (9:00- until completion)
Swim Relay (following agility course)

AWARD CEREMONY AND DOOR PRIZES - - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Award ceremony for the overall Iron Dog (must compete in all 3 events to win)
Best in agility, swim relay and door prizes to be handed out. Complete the day with a picnic in the park, a visit to the booths and check out the dogs for adoption! You must be present to win a door prize.

Registration is $35 in advance or $40 at the event. The first 100 registered will receive a Druid City Iron Dog t-shirt and a monogrammed bandana.

--REGISTER HERE--

You don't have to be entered to enjoy the festivities. You can enter the park for $4.

Remember, this day is meant to be fun! Your dog is not expected to be perfect. Spontaneity and lightheartedness is strongly encouraged. Everybody will enjoy a good laugh.

The Druid City Iron Dog is designed to promote good health with people and their pets, and supports the Humane Society of West Alabama and Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter.