WDFW Karelian Bear Dogs (KBDs) help resolve the many bear-human conflicts that occur in our state and reduce the number of bears that have to be lethally removed. Many successes have been documented in re-training bears to avoid humans through the use of specialized dogs. We also hope to use them to conduct similar work with mountain lions and work as a wildlife enforcement detection dog.

The Karelian Bear Dog Program is funded solely through private outside sources. These monies are handled and maintained in a separate account specifically for the care, upkeep and training of the KBDs. If enough funds are generated, we will be expanding our KBD program throughout the state to assist and help officers in each of our six Regions.

The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife is excited about our partnership with Wind River Bear Institute and our growing Karelian Bear Dog teams. We look forward to the KBD teams serving both the people and wildlife in Washington well into the future.

If you have questions or need further information about the 5K race please contact: KBD5K@dfw.wa.gov.

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Olympia

March 9, 2013
Horizon Elementary School

RACE INFORMATION
This 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk starts at 9:00am on the Chehalis Western Trail entrance behind Horizon Elementary School. That’s right you and your furry friend 5K run.  Chehalis Western Trail is a flat paved surface with soft shoulders and stroller friendly.

T-SHIRT INFORMATION
A limited selection of t-shirts will be available on race days for only $15.

Download Olympia Race Information and Registration Form

RACE DAY
Parking, day-of-race registration and number pickup 7:30 – 8:30am at Horizon Elementary School located at 4601 67th Avenue SE, Lacey WA 98513. [map]

Combined Fund Drive Charity Information
http://www.cfd.wa.gov/

 • Karelian Bear Dog Program (CFD #1479503)
 • Animal Services of Thurston County food donation (CFD #0456521)

Mill Creek

March 23, 2013
Dept. Fish & Wildlife Office

RACE INFORMATION
This 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk starts at 10:00am on the Everett-Seattle Interurban Trail entrance behind Department of Fish and Wildlife Regional Office. That’s right you and your furry friend 5K run.  Everett-Seattle Interurban Trail is a flat paved surface with soft shoulders and stroller friendly.

T-SHIRT INFORMATION
A limited selection of t-shirts will be available on race days for only $15.

Download Mill Creek Race Information and Registration Form

RACE DAY
Parking, day-of-race registration and number pickup 8:30 – 9:30am at Department of Fish and Wildlife, located at 16018 Mill Creek Blvd., Mill Creek WA 98012. [map]

Combined Fund Drive Charity Information
http://www.cfd.wa.gov/

 • Karelian Bear Dog Program (CFD #1479503)
 • PAWS of Lynnwood food donation (CFD #0316024)
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