The 15th annual Pedal for Paws took place on Saturday, July 9, 2016. The ride began at 7:00 a.m. This year the ride featured all new routes and departed from the New Glarus Village Park. There were 25, 45, and 65-mile routes with varying elevations ranging from 1,190 to 3,890 feet. After the ride there was a party at New Glarus Village Park with free music, food, soft drinks and free beer, courtesy of the New Glarus Brewing Company.