The 2nd Annual Paws Walk-A-Thon will be Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 am – 11:00 pm at Sebastian Preserve Rail Trial, meeting at the North County Aquatic Center parking lot.
This charity event, sponsored by The Circle of Friends, supports the Paws on Wheels program, which brings Peace of Mind to Seniors and their pets by supplying over 400 lbs of pet food to seniors in need every week.
There will be music, a pet parade, prizes, and raffles. Feel free to grab your furry friends and traverse the scenic trails of the Sebastian Rail Trail Preserve with the For The Love of Paws crew for a great cause. Rest assured, watering stations will be conveniently available along the trail for their hydration needs.
Registration
Registration costs $15 per person. To register, call (484) 686-1220 or click here. Remember, before the walk, all participants will gather at North County Regional Park, located at 450 Co Rd 512 in Sebastian.
Raffles
They have 19 baskets to raffle, valued at $125-$300. Tickets are 5 for $10 or 10 for $20. The over 50 local contributors include:
- Eco boat tour for 2 with lunch $125
- Two premium wine baskets with lunch certificates $125
- Skydive Sebastian free skydive $175
- Free flying lesson from a certified flight instructor at Sebastian airport.
- Yellow Dog dinner & cookbook
- Pampered pet basket $150 grooming, treats, celebration scarves
- Sailboat cruise for 2 with lunch aboard 36’sailboat $300 value
- Restaurant basket value $145
For The Love of Paws Programs
Beyond a pet food pantry, For The Love of Paws offers:
- Pet Sanctuary for seniors’ pets
- Fur Reel Pet Companions for memory care patients
- Therapy Dog Program for hospitals and senior centers
- Pet emergency oxygen kits for fire rescue units
- Free spay/neuter for seniors’ pets
- Precious Paws Vet Care Funds for low-income seniors
- Love of Paws Thrift Store in Vero Beach
Learn more at their website or call (772) 539-2417. For more information about this event, please call or text (484) 686-1220.
