Events
ANNUAL CANINE CLASSIC EVENT
The 2026 Canine Classic registration is open! Join the fun and sign up to hike, run, and raise funds for conservation and rescue dogs!
Wine & Bitch Dinner: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Canine Classic Event: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Join us for a hike or run, great food, and a fun day supporting Working Dogs for Conservation! The Canine Classic is a family‑friendly, dog‑friendly event at Paws Up.
Choose from a ½ marathon, 5‑mile race, 2‑mile run/walk, or virtual options with great fundraising prizes. Dogs are welcome—and can even be off‑leash across Paws Up’s 37,000‑acre, trap‑free property.
After the race, enjoy a gourmet lunch and plenty of goodies. You can also kick things off the night before at the Wine & Bitch Dinner, featuring a sit‑down meal, conservation dog demo, and silent auction. Proceeds generously support WD4C through the Paws Up Foundation.
Fundraising for the Canine Classic adds an extra layer of fun to the event - every mile and every dollar helps transform rescue and career‑change dogs into conservation heroes who protect wildlife and wild places around the world. As you raise support, you’ll also unlock exciting rewards along the way. Milestones come with perks like waived entry fees, WD4C and Ruffwear gear, gift certificates, and even the chance to win an unforgettable Paws Up adventure with lunch at The Shed. Top fundraisers can earn a night of luxury glamping at Paws Up, making your impact for conservation feel even more rewarding.
Volunteering at the Canine Classic is a fun and meaningful way to be part of something bigger. When you give your time, you’re directly supporting the incredible work of WD4C and helping make this community event possible. Volunteers get to experience the excitement of race day, connect with an amazing group of people, and enjoy a gourmet BBQ lunch and event swag as a thank‑you for their support.
A big thanks to our 2025 sponsors!
Want to volunteer to help with some of our in-person events? Email events@wd4c.org with your interest!
UPCOMING EVENTS
We host several events throughout the year, including local events in Montana and virtually as well!
You’re invited! We’d love to see you - come join us!
Have a fundraising event idea you’d like to share? Reach out!
Party for the Planet
Join us in Billings, MT at ZooMontana on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for a family‑friendly Earth Day celebration - Party for the Planet! We’ll be there with our dogs giving live demonstrations throughout the event. It’s a great opportunity to learn, explore, and enjoy the day with the whole family.
International Wildlife Film Festival
Join us in Missoula, MT for the 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival WildWalk and WildFest on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 11:30-1:30PM. Meet us at the XXXX's & BN Plaza in Downtown Missoula.
Dog Days of Summer Webinar Series
This dates for this webinar series have passed, but you can view the recordings on our YouTube Channel.
CLASSES AND TRAININGS
More information coming soon! Check back for updates about upcoming trainings and classes. Questions?
Want to Bring WD4C to Your Event?
Whether you're planning a conference, classroom visit, community gathering, or something in between - we’d love to share the incredible work of our conservation detection dogs! From inspiring talks to engaging demonstrations (yes, we can bring the dogs!), we’re happy to explore ways to be part of your event.
Availability depends on our fieldwork schedule, but we’ll do our best to make it work or find a creative alternative. To support the time, travel, and preparation involved, a speaker or demo fee or donation is greatly appreciated to help support this work. Reach out to us at events@wd4c.org with a little bit about your event, your ideal date, and what you’re looking for and we’ll see if we can connect!