
From the Organizer
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at our Charity Dog Walk & Pool Pawty—all to support Esther Boyd Animal Shelter!
Dog Walk: 10 AM ($25)
Join our 2-mile charity dog walk and receive a t-shirt, bandana and early VIP pool access from 11 AM to noon! This untimed walk loops through the Sherando trail system, starting and finishing beside Sherando Pool.
Pool Pawty: 12 PM ($5) pay on site
Enjoy pool time with your furry friend, plus food, ice cream, vendors, and more!
Registration, Check-In & Packet Pickup:
Saturday, September 12: 9 - 10 am at the Sherando Pool
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Winchester 7 Se, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
736 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Charity Dog Walk + Pool Pawty, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Sherando Youth Cross Country Running Camp
Less than a mile away
Run at the Top Summer Family Track Series
Less than a mile away
Glow All Out 5K Glow Run
8 miles away
SHENANDOAH VALLEY RUNNERS Presents SPEAR TRAIL SERIES
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Charity Dog Walk + Pool Pawty
Sep 12, 2026