PHOTOS: Southeastern Guide Dogs Payne Park Walkathon

Walkers and dogs braved the crisp temperatures and morning rain to raise money for the Southeastern Guide Dogs.

There were some wet noses in Payne Park Saturday, both from the rain and the dogs sniffing through the morning dew. The Southeastern Guide Dogs' annual walkathon fundraiser returned to Payne Park where the dogs led their owners on a walk around the park to raise funds for the non-profit organization. Missed both the Bradenton and Sarasota walks? You have one more chance next Saturday in St. Pete, where $10,000 will be given away. Prizes also include a cruise for two on Royal Caribbean, and an Apple iPad. Raffle tickets cost $5 each or 5 for $20 and are available in advance and at Vinoy Park. The winner will be drawn on March 9 at 11:30 am.   Saturday, March 9 Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg For more information, visit www…

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Dog Walkathon In Payne Park Is Saturday

Southeastern Guide Dogs' annual walkathon comes to Sarasota on March 2.

The dogs will be barking on Saturday in Payne Park—and that includes your feet, too. The Southeastern Guide Dogs' biggest fundraiser of the year returns to Sarasota on March 2 at Payne Park. "What sets us apart from other walks is that you can bring your dog to walk," Jennifer Bement, spokeswoman for Southeastern Guide Dogs, told Patch.  Though it may be too late to form a team, individual registration opportunities are still available for each of the walks. Registration costs $25, and you can pre-register online or register the day of the walk. (Online registration is closed for Sarasota.) You will receive a T-shirt plus a bandana for your dog with registration, too.  The Sarasota walk registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Saturday and opening …

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Walk Your Dog In Payne Park For A Good Cause

Southeastern Guide Dogs' annual walkathon kicks off in Bradenton on Saturday and comes to Sarasota on March 2.

You can walk your dog in Sarasota for a good cause next week. The Southeastern Guide Dogs' biggest fundraiser of the year returns to Sarasota on March 2 at Payne Park. If you're eager to walk, the first event kicks off on Bradenton's Riverwalk in Rossi Park, 808 3rd Ave. West, on Saturday, Feb. 23. "What sets us apart from other walks is that you can bring your dog to walk," Jennifer Bement, spokeswoman for Southeastern Guide Dogs, told Patch.  Though it may be too late to form a team, individual registration opportunities are still available for each of the walks. Registration costs $25, and you can pre-register online or register the day of the walk. (Online registration is closed for Bradenton.) You will receive a T-shirt plus a bandana…

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Weekly Tails From Southeastern Guide Dogs

Get Ready to Walk!

Southeastern Guide Dogs’ biggest fundraiser of the year is set for March 3, but people are getting ready for it now, here’s why.

Every year Southeastern Guide Dogs’ Walkathon draws supporters from all over the country.  Some are volunteers, some graduates, some sponsors and others just want to get out and walk with their best friend. This year’s Walkathon looks to bring the biggest crowd yet with the location being shifted to St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Park.  The gorgeous location along with a street fair vibe complete with food vendors and fun things for the whole family are sure to bring crowds in droves. What makes Walkathon different from all other charity walks?  It’s dog-friendly, of course!  Not only are dogs welcome, but expected to join in on the fun – and with the dog’s registration fee comes a dog bandana.  You’re likely to be walking alongside dogs from …

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