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Photos: Baypath Paws & Claws 5K at Hopkinton State Park

by | Oct 6, 2026 | Featured, Featured: Features

Baypath Humane Society held its 17th annual Paws & Claws 5K on Sunday at Hopkinton State Park.

Baypath 5K

Race participants sign in at the registration table. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

Runners and dogs hang around before the start of the race. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

Youngsters take off at the head of the pack as the race begins. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

Some participants walk the course while others run. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

A group of dogs is spotted in the pack of runners. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

Heading toward the finish line are (from left) Vanessa Urban, Rhett Ricitelli and Michael Ricitelli. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

A young runner carries a dog through the parking lot. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

Baypath 5K

Overall winner Luke Legendre poses for a photo with running partner Pogue. PHOTO/WILLIAM DURFEE

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