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Operation Jake

Herrin, Illinois, United States

calendar_today 10 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

Join us for our 1st Annual 5K Run or Walk, Operation: Jake.

What is Down the Leash Service Dogs?

A 501(C)3 Veteran ran Non-Profit Organization that provides an environment for our nations heroes to not only train their Service Dogs, but also provides a safe environment with a family like atmosphere. Down the Leash Service Dogs teaches basic and advanced dog handling skills where the Veteran works alongside their service partner, building a bond as they go.

When is the Race?

Saturday October 10th 2026, we are excited to once again be hosting the race at the Herrin Park District Park in Herrin, Illinois, who has welcomed us back with open arms.

The Race will begin with packet pickup at 9am, followed by an Opening Ceremony with a Presention of Colors at 10:30am. The race will begin immediately following the completion of the opening ceremony.

Stay Tuned for an announcement on other fun things we have planned for the day of the race!

Races Offered

Operation Jake 5K

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

timer

09:00

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$35.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Herrin.

thermostat Temperature

11.7° / 22.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

9.5° / 19.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 10m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.9 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

65.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:05

nightlight Sunset

18:17

About Herrin

Learn more about the host city, Herrin.

Herrin is a city in Williamson County, Illinois. The population was 12,352 at the 2020 census. The city is part of the Marion-Herrin Micropolitan Area and is a part of the Carbondale-Marion-Herrin, Illinois Combined Statistical Area with 123,272 residents, the sixth most populous Combined statistical area in Illinois.