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The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is a nonprofit humane society that shelters animals in Arlington, Virginia

Walk for the Animals De"tails"

16th Annual Walk for the Animals Important De"tails"

8:30 am - Registration

9:30 am - 3-mile walk begins

9:45 am - 1-mile stroll begins

10:45 am - Activities, demos, refreshments, prizes and more!

How far must I walk? You can either do a one-mile or three-mile walk.

May I bring my pet? Dogs on non-flexi leashes are welcome. Please leave other pets at home.

Can I get people to sponsor me? Absolutely! The more money you raise, the more animals the League can help. We challenge you to raise at least $150.

Where is Bluemont Park? Just off Route 50 at the end of N. Manchester St. The park is accessible from Wilson Blvd., between N. Lexington & N. Manchester Sts.

Where do I park? At any of the following locations:

1) Manchester St. entrance from Rt. 50
2) Ashlawn Elem. School parking lot
3) Bluemont Park entrance off Wilson Blvd.
4) Bon Air entrance

From the Bluemont & Bon Air lots off Wilson Blvd, walk south along the trail (behind tennis courts and past field on right) to the main picnic pavilion on left.

  • Water and clean-up bags will be provided for your canine companion, and veterinary aid will be available.
  • You will be responsible for cleaning up after your dog.
  • You don't have to have a dog to join the fun. Walk in honor of an animal friend or all our League animals waiting for adoption.
  • No bikes, skateboards, or skates. They can scare our pets.
  • Please leave at home dogs under 4 months of age and those in poor or questionable health or in heat.
  • Participating dogs must wear ID tags, be current on their rabies vaccinations and be on leash at all times. (Please, NO flexi-leads or leads longer than 6 feet.)
  • Unruly participants will be asked to leave.
  • Children 12 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
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