Hiking Shelter Dogs with Nassau County Animal Services!

Happy January! What better way to start 2026 than hiking a shelter dog? Join us at the relaxing courtyard next to the Green Turtle and enjoy the scenic route through downtown while giving the pups a break from their kennels. 🦮🐾

A $10 per participant donation is greatly appreciated and will be collected at check-in via cash, check, credit card, Venmo or PayPal.
Thank you for your support of our nonprofit organization!
The ASPCA indicates that of the roughly 3.9 million dogs entering shelters per year approximately 31% are euthanized. In some urban areas these numbers run as high as 78%.
Be a part of reducing euthanasia rates by hiking with local homeless hounds! Socialization and exercise can reduce kennel stress and anxiety and improve shelter dog behaviors, thus extending their lives.

Tails of the Trail invite you to hike with shelter dogs for a couple hours of exercise and companionship. We're partnering with Nassau County Animal Services (NCAS) (Animal Shelter | Nassau County - Official Website) and we'll hike the furry pups around town for approximately 2 miles, depending on the temperatures that morning.

Agenda:
8:00a - Arrive at the courtyard between the Green Turtle and the Florida House to sign in and attend our required Volunteer Orientation.
8:15a - Get paired with your furry hiking companion and hit the road! There will be water stations along the way with signs and volunteers throughout the route to guide you.
9:30a - Complete hike with the dogs, cool down, pup portraits and pupuccino treats.
9:45-10:00a - Conclude event and thanks so much for joining us!

What to bring:
• You may bring a guest but only one (1) dog per RSVP.
• Waitlisted participants are encouraged to join in the FUN though will not be guaranteed a dog to walk.
• Children with a parent or guardian are welcome to participate however kids under 18 may not be the sole leash holder.
• Please feel free to bring donations for the shelter (treats, old blankets and sheets, canned dog food).
• No personal pets allowed.
For your safety and the safety of the dogs:
• You must sign an NCAS Volunteer Waiver, required on your first visit only. Waivers will be provided at sign in.
• No dogs off leash at any time.