Welcome to ARFhouse Chicago!
Get ready for fun at our
3rd Annual Ride or Stride for Rescues!
Register today and join bikers, walkers, joggers, and bladers who will be raising money to support ARFhouse Chicago, a no-kill animal shelter. The event takes place in the Cook County Forest Preserve at the Bunker Hill picnic site in Skokie. This year we’re expanding the event to include your leashed 4-legged friends. You can participate with or without a dog, in memory of a beloved pet, in honor of your cat, or just out of the goodness of your heart.
- Option of a 15-mile bike ride or 5k (3.1mi) walk/jog/blade *dogs only permitted for 5K option
- Webpage you can personalize with your pet's photo and story
- Exclusive event t-shirt if you register by August 15
- Picnic brunch and refreshments after your ride or stride
- Prize eligibility based on fundraising
- Knowing that you’re helping ARFhouse Chicago continue to place homeless cats and dogs with loving families!
- Free registration
- a special event bandana
- healthy treats
- lots of attention!
- Click the Get Started button
- Personalize the text and the photo on your Online Fundraising Page
- Send the link out to your friends, family, colleagues - anyone you think will help you reach your goal.




