Lost Dog Spooky Hike

Join us for a meaningful morning at the Lost Dog Nature Preserve, where outdoor recreation meets community connection and conservation.
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]