#The Nina Effect Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
As many of you know, we lost a valued member of our LACAC family on October 30, 2022, in a tragic accident. Our sweet, funny, and vibrant Nina Allen was one of a kind. Her heart, her smile, and her spirit will forever be ingrained in all that we do at the Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center and in our entire Longview, TX, community. We know so many of you have grieved with us these past few months as we've tried to process her loss and move forward in a way that would make her proud. All of your kind gestures, words of encouragement, and the incredible outpouring of love we've received have truly shown what an impact Nina made on so many.
We've taken some time to reflect on Nina's life and what was important to her, and we've vowed to continue her path to LIVE with PURPOSE. Nina approached everything and everyone with an open mind and an open heart, and she gave all that she had to helping those in need. Our shelter family, along with her mom, Heather, have come up with some immediate ways to honor Nina's memory and continue her life's work to speak and act for those who need us. We officially rolled out #THENINAEFFECT campaign in February. This is a call to action for ALL of US for ALL of 2023 and beyond. We challenge you to approach each day like Nina-- LIVE with purpose. LOVE all around you. GIVE your time. HELP those who need a hand.
LIVE LIKE NINA, LOVE LIKE NINA.
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
Register for either the 5k run or 1 mile dog walk.
Make plans now to join us in a CELEBRATORY morning in nature, soaking in the spring sunshine with your 4-legged Best Friend honoring our dear friend Nina Lea Allen with our 5k Nature Trail Run and a 1 Mile Nature (Dog) Walk.
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial Nature Scavenger Hunt
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
Register for #THENINAEFFECT Memorial 5k Nature Trail Run / 1 Mile (Dog) Walk
Register your child to join your family for our "Nina's Nature Scavenger Hunt"!
About the Event
- $35
- Includes:
- an Event Tee
- Run Participant Swag
- NINA sticker
- 1 Drink Ticket
- (AGE LIMIT: due to the severity of the Trail Run, our 5K is limited to ages 10 and up)
- 5K is a non-timed, non-competitive run.
- $25
- Includes:
- an Event Tee
- Dog Bandana (if bringing a dog)
- NINA sticker
- 1 Drink Ticket
- (Children MUST BE SUPERVISED at ALL TIMES).
- 1 Mile Walk is a non-timed, non-competitive walk.
- If you plan to Walk the Trail, you must register. Registration is for you- no dog required. Your Dog is just an added bonus.
- $10
- Includes:
- Nature map for scavenger hunt
- 1 Prize or Nature Item
- Ages 4 and up, must be able to walk on uneven terrain
- MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES
Our 5K Nature Trail Run/1 Mile Walk is about Celebrating our Friend Nina, living in the moment and enjoying all the beauty that surrounds you. Our goal is for our participants to have a fun experience, together, as a family or amongst friends. We offer a chance to exercise, soak in the beautiful scenery that is Campbell Woods, and create memories. Bottom line, we want families and friends to grow closer together because of #THENINAEFFECT Run/Walk and truly appreciate the lasting impact Nina has on all of us. In addition to our Run/Walk, we will provide fun like yard games, face painting, temporary tattoos, live music by the incredibly talented Lulu Vantuckett welcoming friends of all ages (2 and 4-legged).
- Day-of Check-In:
- All Participants must check in prior to start time at our designated registration table. Each participant will receive a numbered bracelet. This bracelet acknowledges us of your attendance. This pre-race bracelet is very important for your safety & the safety of our volunteers/hosts. It gives us the ability to check you out once you’ve finished the event safely.
- Trail Running/Walking Safety:
- Do some research on Trail Running.
Trails will have rocks, roots, slick red clay, streams, steep drops and possibly some climbing that involves utilizing your hands as well.
- Do some research on Trail Running.
- Try to Run/Walk with someone or stay visible to others. If you are not a seasoned trail runner/walker, you might consider running with a partner or group. There is safety in numbers. Make this a fun, friend outing.
- For participants' safety, Dogs are strongly discouraged on the 5K Run (unless they are used to long-distance running). Our 1 Mile Walk is setup for the human/dog experience and we encourage you to bring them along. Dogs could potentially get distracted by nature and slow down, trip up or endanger themselves and other runners. If you plan to bring your dog for our Walk, please do not allow dogs to engage with cattle or horses. Retractable leashes ARE NOT allowed. Dogs must be collared or harnessed and preferably chipped. NO STROLLERS or WAGONS ALLOWED.
- Please carry your ID.
- Make sure you have some type of ID with you for emergencies. Also, consider carrying your phone or wearing your watch should you need to reach someone on our designated trails.
- #THENINAEFFECT Finish Line
- All participants will complete the Run/Walk back at Registration. Make sure to stop in and collect your Event Swag.