Valpo Police K-9 Unit 5K-9 Run, Guardians of the Night

The event at Central Park Plaza in Valparaiso, IN, caters to endurance athletes with moisture-wicking shirts for preregistered participants. Awards will be given to top performers across various age groups and categories, including overall, masters, and weight-based classifications. The course includes moderate hills with mile splits and water stations. Restrictions prevent strollers, bikes, and skates, but allow handicap equipment. The competition features computerized timing. Multiple runs and walks are available, with entry fees for different age brackets. Advanced registration and early packet pick-up are offered on select days, with price adjustments for same-day sign-ups.