by Dennis Dalman
editor@thenewsleaders.com
Pets and their human families will have a chance to enjoy spring weather together while doing a good deed – raising money for the American Cancer Society at Bark for Life in Sartell on May 7.
The event will take place at the dog park within Sartell’s Pinecone Central Park. It will include doggie games, contests, music, a Pooch Smooch booth, a Rainbow Bridge, entertainment, food and a one-mile walk. It will begin at 9 a.m., with the walk itself slated for 10 a.m.
Those who will walk with or without pets are encouraged to ask friends, family, co-workers and others to donate funds for the fight against cancer.
“Bark for Life is a (chance) for people to celebrate canine companionship and fight back against cancer with their dogs,” said Jessica Ostendorf, the local Bark for Life chair.
There are many ways to raise funds for Bark for Life. Donating via social media, selling pet luminaria for the walk in remembrance of beloved departed pets or selling “paper paws” in honor of people affected by cancer.
Last year, more than 20,000 registered dogs and caregivers took part at nearly 300 Bark for Life Events in the United States. Together, they raised $1.2 million.
“Right now, we are inviting everyone in the St. Cloud area to sign up to attend Bark For Life and help raise funds to fight cancer,” she said. “You can sign up as a team with your family, friends or co-workers. Or, you can also sign up as an individual.”
To learn more about the Bark for Life event in Sartell or to register, go to www.relayforlife.org or call the American Cancer Society at 320-255-0757, ext. 304.
For more information about the American Cancer Society, to get help or to join the fight, visit cancer.org or call the American Cancer Center anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345.
People and their pets walk a trail for a Bark For Life event to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
