Climb the Mesa to Conquer Cancer: A 10K Fundraiser for the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund
- Date Sun 13th October 2024
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Shungopavi, Arizona
- Price $25.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, October 13, 2024, for the inspiring "Climb the Mesa to Conquer Cancer," a 10K fundraiser located in the breathtaking Second Mesa, Navajo. This event invites participants to take on a challenging 6.2-mile run while supporting the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund, dedicated to providing essential aid for those battling cancer within the Hopi community.
Kick off the day with registration beginning at 7:00 AM, followed by a shuttle to the scenic start point on Sunlight Baptist Road off Highway 264. The race will officially start at 8:00 AM, taking you through stunning landscapes that celebrate the natural beauty of the mesas and the resilience of our community. Along the way, honor loved ones affected by cancer in a meaningful tribute space, and share in the spirit of unity and determination that defines this event. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a lively post-race celebration filled with music, local food, and uplifting stories of hope. Together, we can make a significant impact—join us in this vital fight against cancer and register today!
Kick off the day with registration beginning at 7:00 AM, followed by a shuttle to the scenic start point on Sunlight Baptist Road off Highway 264. The race will officially start at 8:00 AM, taking you through stunning landscapes that celebrate the natural beauty of the mesas and the resilience of our community. Along the way, honor loved ones affected by cancer in a meaningful tribute space, and share in the spirit of unity and determination that defines this event. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a lively post-race celebration filled with music, local food, and uplifting stories of hope. Together, we can make a significant impact—join us in this vital fight against cancer and register today!
Organiser's Description
EVENT OVERVIEW:
JOIN US FOR AN INVIGORATING 10K RUN, "CLIMB THE MESA TO CONQUER CANCER," SET AGAINST THE AWE-INSPIRING BACKDROP OF THE MESAS. THIS UNIQUE EVENT IS NOT JUST A RACE BUT A COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER WITH DETERMINATION AND SPIRIT TO MAKE A TANGIBLE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER WITHIN THE HOPI COMMUNITY.
START POINT: SUNLIGHT BAPTIST ROAD OFF HIGHWAY 264 _(PARTICIPANTS WILL BE SHUTTLED TO THE START POINT_)
END POINT: HOPI CULTURAL CENTER
DISTANCE: 10K (6.2 MILES)
DAY OF REGISTRATION START TIME: 7:00 AM SHUTTLE START TIME: 7:00 AM RUN/WALK START TIME: 8:00 AM
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
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SCENIC RUN: TRAVERSE A COURSE OFFERING UNPARALLELED VIEWS OF THE MESAS, WHICH REMIND PARTICIPANTS OF THE NATURAL BEAUTY SURROUNDING THEM AND THE STRENGTH WITHIN THEM.
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COMMUNITY SPIRIT: EMBRACE THE UNITY OF THE HOPI COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTERS FROM ALL AROUND, ALL GATHERED FOR A SINGLE PURPOSE.
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HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE: DEDICATE YOUR RUN TO A LOVED ONE AFFECTED BY CANCER. WE'LL HAVE A UNIQUE SPACE FOR TRIBUTES AND A MOMENT OF REFLECTION.
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FUNDRAISING GOALS: EVERY DOLLAR RAISED WILL BENEFIT THE HOPI CANCER ASSISTANCE FUND, WHICH SUPPORTS PATIENTS FOR TREATMENTS, TRANSPORT, AND OTHER ASSOCIATED NEEDS.
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POST-RACE CELEBRATION: AFTER CONQUERING THE MESAS AND CROSSING THE FINISH LINE, ENJOY A COMMUNITY GATHERING FILLED WITH MUSIC, LOCAL FOOD, AND STORIES OF HOPE AND TRIUMPH.
WHY RUN? RUNNING SYMBOLIZES THE BATTLE AGAINST CANCERA TEST OF ENDURANCE, A RACE AGAINST TIME, AND A JOURNEY FILLED WITH UPS AND DOWNS. PARTICIPATING RAISES VITAL FUNDS AND AWARENESS ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY'S IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS.
JOIN THE FIGHT! CANCER AFFECTS US ALL, EITHER DIRECTLY OR THROUGH OUR LOVED ONES. TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE STRIDES IN ALLEVIATING ITS BURDENS. REGISTER TODAY, AND LET'S CLIMB THE MESA TO CONQUER CANCER, ONE STEP AT A TIME.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, OR TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE VISIT CONTACT (928) 734-1151.
NO STROLLERS, BIKES, MOTOR/ELECTRIC VEHICLES, AND PETS ARE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE.
JOIN US FOR AN INVIGORATING 10K RUN, "CLIMB THE MESA TO CONQUER CANCER," SET AGAINST THE AWE-INSPIRING BACKDROP OF THE MESAS. THIS UNIQUE EVENT IS NOT JUST A RACE BUT A COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER WITH DETERMINATION AND SPIRIT TO MAKE A TANGIBLE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER WITHIN THE HOPI COMMUNITY.
START POINT: SUNLIGHT BAPTIST ROAD OFF HIGHWAY 264 _(PARTICIPANTS WILL BE SHUTTLED TO THE START POINT_)
END POINT: HOPI CULTURAL CENTER
DISTANCE: 10K (6.2 MILES)
DAY OF REGISTRATION START TIME: 7:00 AM SHUTTLE START TIME: 7:00 AM RUN/WALK START TIME: 8:00 AM
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
*
SCENIC RUN: TRAVERSE A COURSE OFFERING UNPARALLELED VIEWS OF THE MESAS, WHICH REMIND PARTICIPANTS OF THE NATURAL BEAUTY SURROUNDING THEM AND THE STRENGTH WITHIN THEM.
*
COMMUNITY SPIRIT: EMBRACE THE UNITY OF THE HOPI COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTERS FROM ALL AROUND, ALL GATHERED FOR A SINGLE PURPOSE.
*
HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE: DEDICATE YOUR RUN TO A LOVED ONE AFFECTED BY CANCER. WE'LL HAVE A UNIQUE SPACE FOR TRIBUTES AND A MOMENT OF REFLECTION.
*
FUNDRAISING GOALS: EVERY DOLLAR RAISED WILL BENEFIT THE HOPI CANCER ASSISTANCE FUND, WHICH SUPPORTS PATIENTS FOR TREATMENTS, TRANSPORT, AND OTHER ASSOCIATED NEEDS.
*
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: AFTER CONQUERING THE MESAS AND CROSSING THE FINISH LINE, ENJOY A COMMUNITY GATHERING FILLED WITH MUSIC, LOCAL FOOD, AND STORIES OF HOPE AND TRIUMPH.
WHY RUN? RUNNING SYMBOLIZES THE BATTLE AGAINST CANCERA TEST OF ENDURANCE, A RACE AGAINST TIME, AND A JOURNEY FILLED WITH UPS AND DOWNS. PARTICIPATING RAISES VITAL FUNDS AND AWARENESS ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY'S IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS.
JOIN THE FIGHT! CANCER AFFECTS US ALL, EITHER DIRECTLY OR THROUGH OUR LOVED ONES. TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE STRIDES IN ALLEVIATING ITS BURDENS. REGISTER TODAY, AND LET'S CLIMB THE MESA TO CONQUER CANCER, ONE STEP AT A TIME.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, OR TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE VISIT CONTACT (928) 734-1151.
NO STROLLERS, BIKES, MOTOR/ELECTRIC VEHICLES, AND PETS ARE ALLOWED ON THE COURSE.
Races
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10K Fundraiser Run/Walk
Beanie and Collector Pin
Sun 13th October 2024 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
CLOSEDTrail and road conditions with varying terrain. No strollers, bikes, motor/electric vehicles, and/or pets are on the course. All participants must be 8 years or older (must be able to complete distance).
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