Events
Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate the 17th Annual Canine Classic in 2025. Can’t wait for the next one!
Save the date - Canine Classic 2026 will take place August 22nd & 23rd! Details coming soon.
ANNUAL CANINE CLASSIC EVENT
Every August, with the support of the Paws Up Foundation, we host our biggest fundraising event of the year - the Canine Classic. This is a family-friendly event that welcomes dogs as well. Race options include a ½ marathon (13.1 miles), a 5-mile race, and a 2-mile run/walk, as well as virtual run and fundraising options (including great prizes!). Dogs are absolutely invited and encouraged, and can be off-leash on the 37,000 acre, trap-free property at The Resort at Paws Up. After the race, enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and some great swag and prizes! If you’re feeling a little fancy, join us the evening before for a sit-down dinner and conservation dog demonstration for the Wine & Bitch Dinner that includes a silent auction! The Paws Up Foundation generously donates proceeds to help support the conservation efforts of WD4C.
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 at ZooMT on April 19th for a family‑friendly Earth Day celebration! 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 for the 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival WildWalk and WildFest on Saturday, April 18th from 11:30-1:30PM /XXXX's & BN Plaza / 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!