Batavia parks' first Walk & Wag steps off Saturday
The Batavia Park District's inaugural Walk & Wag 3K-9 will be Saturday, May 30.
Many people consider their four-legged friends to be more than just pets. The Batavia Park District understands that, and in fact, a large number of district staff have their own pets they consider to be part of their family. Now the district is giving people a wonderful opportunity to commemorate the life of a beloved pet through the creation of a new Pet Memorial Program.
The district will kick off the new program at the Walk & Wag 3K-9 Saturday, May 30. The event will feature an unveiling of a bulldog statue at 10 a.m. at the Bark Park at West Main Community Park, 40W101 W. Main St., followed by a 1.8 mile fun walk throughout the park. A variety of vendors will be on-site during the event, distributing freebies and samples as well.
On-site registration will begin at 9 a.m. The cost is $5 per person over the age of 13, and $5 for each dog. The first 50 individuals or families to register will receive a complimentary "Wag Bag" stuffed full of fun giveaways, courtesy of sponsors DePaw University, Batavia Animal Clinic and Passionate Petsitters. Each dog registered also will receive a gift courtesy of the Batavia Park District.
For more information about the event or to register, call (630) 879-5235 or visit www.bataviaparks.org.
Through the new program, individuals can purchase a granite brick, a bench or a piece of agility equipment to commemorate or celebrate the life of a beloved pet.
Engraved granite bricks provide a long-lasting tribute and will be placed around the base of the bulldog statue inside the Bark Park. The cost is $100 per brick. A memorial bench with engraved plaque adds beauty to the park and provides a useful amenity for patrons to enjoy. The cost is $1,500, which includes the bench, plaque and installation.
If you are interested in celebrating the life of your beloved pet in a unique way, the district has selected a number of agility pieces that can be purchased as well. For more information on available items and cost, call (630) 879-5235.
Staff will have information and memorial program applications on-site for anyone interested in purchasing a brick, bench, or agility equipment during the event. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. After the event, applications will be available in district facilities and online at www.bataviaparks.org.
The Batavia Parks Foundation is a supporter of the district's new Pet Memorial Program.