May 18 2008
The 5th running of the Dirty Dog was blessed with great weather and a sloppy course. Everyones dogs (feet and canines) sure got dirty. Results, photos and report will be posted soon, but I wanted to take this time to thank our volunteers and sponsors.
May 16 2008
In less the 24 hours over 100 runner and dogs will toe the line in Kanawha State Forest. The course will be as advertised - DIRTY! The weather will be great. The forecast for the start at 9:00A is 53 degrees and sunny.
First timers to Kanawha State Forest: It takes 30 minutes to get the starting line after you get to Charleston. Please plan accordingly. Registration is from 7:30A - 8:30A. If the main parking lot is full there is overflow parking at the camp ground entrance. Please come and have a great time.
May 10 2008
The DD website has been updated to match WVMTR.org new look! Remember that the race is next Saturday, May 17th at Kanawha State Forest.
Tracey, the self proclaimed Director of Canine Affairs, has few announcements:
“Jack” Gibbs entry arrived today. He is going for a three-peat! Check out the Top Dog Hall of Fame.
We’re tracking of a group of runners on the right trail to being named Streakers with the 5th Dog! Are you on the list?
Did you know that the Dirty Dog 15K Trail Run was featured in the February 2008 issue of Trail Runner Magazine as a “standout Trophy Series event?”
Awww, shucks!
Apr 23 2008
Spring races can be a surprise weatherwise and Babcock is always suspect in this regard. Unlike the snow and cold of the 1st and 3rd years, this 4th year dealt perfect running conditions. Nevertheless, once the running stopped it was pants and fleece time. Race Director Donnie Hudspeth threw a “new and improved” twist to the course this year by switching the loop around the lake to the end, and the Wilderness Trail with those tedious ups and downs to the beginning. The consensus seemed to be the change was good.
Apr 15 2008
It has been a long winter and finally spring is here. The Dirty Dog 15k Trail Run was a big success last year with over 130 registered runners and canines. Preparations have begun for the “Fifth Annual - Dirty Dog 15K Trail Run” at Kanawha State Forest on May 17, 2008. The proceeds from the race will benefit the Kanawha/Charleston Animal Shelter and the Kanawha Trestle Rail Trail.
This is a big endeavor and I need your help. I am not asking for your money, but I am asking you for your time. A successful race rests on its volunteers. The Dirty Dog will need fifteen volunteers to staff the three aid stations, registration table, and finish area. In addition, specialty jobs like an EMT and veterinarian need to be filled. Is the work hard? Not really. Is it fun? Yes! Continue Reading »