PHOTOS: Southeastern Guide Dogs Payne Park Walkathon

There were some wet noses in Payne Park Saturday, both from the rain and the dogs sniffing through the morning dew.

The Southeastern Guide Dogs' annual walkathon fundraiser returned to Payne Park where the dogs led their owners on a walk around the park to raise funds for the non-profit organization.

Missed both the Bradenton and Sarasota walks? You have one more chance next Saturday in St. Pete, where $10,000 will be given away.

Prizes also include a cruise for two on Royal Caribbean, and an Apple iPad. Raffle tickets cost $5 each or 5 for $20 and are available in advance and at Vinoy Park. The winner will be drawn on March 9 at 11:30 am.

Saturday, March 9

Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg

• Registration— 8:30 am
• Opening Ceremonies— 9:45 a.m.
• 3K Walk Kick-Off —10 a.m.
• $10,000 Raffle Drawing —11:30 a.m.
• Event Wrap Up—Noon  
• Parking: Public parking garages and lots are available throughout downtown St. Petersburg for a fee. On-street parking is regulated to short-term parking only – posted parking regulations will be in force. Handicapped parking available at the Northsore Aquatic Complex
• Shuttle Service: Red Open Air trolleys will be providing the shuttle service from 8 a.m. to noon and service dogs are welcome to ride. Stops every 10-15 minutes. Stops at Al Lang Field parking lot, BayWalk/Md Core parking garage and Vinoy Park.

For more information, visit www.guidedogs.org/walkathon or call 941-729-5665.