About this Event
Date & Time: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Location: Lost Dog Trail
Meet up location: West Side Adption Agency, 5625 Confetti Dr, El Paso, TX 79912, United States
Join us for a meaningful morning at the Lost Dog Nature Preserve, where outdoor recreation meets community connection and conservation. This trip includes a special partnership with Rescue Runners 915, a local nonprofit that helps shelter dogs get exercise, enrichment, and visibility outside the shelter environment. Eligible participants will be paired with a shelter dog to walk during the hike, supporting both physical activity and socialization for these pups. Participants will hike approximately two miles through the Lost Dog Nature Preserve, a protected area stewarded by Frontera Land Alliance.
In collabration with Rescue Runners and Frontera Land Alliance.
Distance: 2.5 miles
Duration: ~3 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Best for: Adults 18 and over
IMPORTANT: Participants must be 18 years or older to be assigned a shelter dog. No personal pets are allowed to ensure the safety of shelter dogs; one dog per vehicle. All dog-handling guidelines provided by Rescue Runners 915 must be followed.
Requirements & What to Bring
- Water
- Healthy snacks or energy bars
- Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers
- Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Light jacket and small backpack
Trip Lead: Katalina Salas, PhD
Co-Lead: Marc Garcia, PhD
For more info email [email protected]
Event venue & nearby stays
Westside Adoption Center - El Paso Animal Services, 5625 Confetti Drive, El Paso, United States
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