Halloween-themed 5K run and walk to benefit the SPCA of Hancock County
LAMOINE—Put on your best Halloween costume and strap on your running shoes for the Seventh Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K Walk and Run to benefit the SPCA of Hancock County.
Howl-O-Run is being held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 26, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine. All the proceeds will support the animals in the SPCA’s care. The event’s presenting sponsor is the Maine Community Foundation’s Mimi Fund.
Participants will run or walk a scenic route decorated with Jack-O-Lanterns and boasting views of Frenchman Bay and mountains of Acadia National Park. Well-behaved, leashed and fully vaccinated dogs are welcome. Costumes for people, kids, and canines are encouraged.
“Every step we run brings us closer to a better life for animals in need,” said Mindy Quinn Wulf, SPCA executive director. “We invite you to lace up and join us in providing hope, loving homes, and second chances to animals in our local community.”
There will be prizes for top adult, child and canine runners as well as for best costumes for both humans and dogs.
The cost is only $25 per person and $15 for children if you register in advance online. You can also register on the day of the race beginning at 10 a.m. at a cost of $30 for adults and $20 for youths. The first 50 people to sign up will receive a free custom T-shirt designed by local artist Lisa Williams.
If you are unable to take part in the race, you can become an event sponsor or sponsor an individual runner.
Howl-O-Run is named after former SPCA Board President Jim Nobil. He served as president of the non-profit organization for many years and was instrumental in raising the funds to build the current SPCA shelter in Trenton, which opened its doors in 2010. Nobil passed away in 2013, but his wife, Lynn Nobil, and daughter, Kiersten Persoff, are still active SPCA volunteers.
For more information about the race or to find out how you can become an event sponsor, contact race organizer Jamie O’Keefe at 207-299-8732 or jamieokeefe67@gmailcom. To register or become a sponsor online, visit spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2025