Expedition Happy
Wednesday, January 18 – Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Past event
11:00 AM PST
North Bend, Oregon
$20.00 · 1 race
Ultra
Event summary
Join the fun and fitness at Expedition Happy, a unique virtual wellness challenge that runs from January 18 to April 19, 2023, in North Bend, Coos, Oregon! This exciting event invites participants to embark on a 969-mile journey through eleven of Oregon's remarkable public libraries, all while promoting health, happiness, and community support. Whether you enjoy walking, running, swimming, or biking, every activity you log contributes to your progress and helps you explore the rich history and services of Oregon's libraries.
As you traverse this inspiring virtual course, you'll "visit" libraries such as the State Library of Oregon, Salem Public Library, and Coos Bay Public Library, learning about their unique collections and offerings. Not only does Expedition Happy encourage an active lifestyle, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Public Library Division of the Oregon Library Association, with funds raised supporting ongoing training for library employees. Sign up for just $20 and be part of this uplifting journey while making a positive impact in your community. Don’t miss the chance to grab an exclusive Expedition Happy commemorative t-shirt to celebrate your achievement!
As you traverse this inspiring virtual course, you'll "visit" libraries such as the State Library of Oregon, Salem Public Library, and Coos Bay Public Library, learning about their unique collections and offerings. Not only does Expedition Happy encourage an active lifestyle, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Public Library Division of the Oregon Library Association, with funds raised supporting ongoing training for library employees. Sign up for just $20 and be part of this uplifting journey while making a positive impact in your community. Don’t miss the chance to grab an exclusive Expedition Happy commemorative t-shirt to celebrate your achievement!
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2023 Public Library Challenge
VirtualEntries closedWednesday, Jan 18, 2023
$20.00
Organiser's description
Expedition Happy is a virtual wellness challenge course using eleven of Oregon's over 140 public libraries as stops on the journey. A fundraiser for the Public Library Division of the Oregon Library Association, Expedition Happy is designed to motivate participants to stay joyful, active and healthy in 2023 while introducing them to the breadth and variety of outstanding public libraries in our great state.
Participation is easy; after signing up, participants simply log different wellness or health activities (including walking, running, swimming, biking, and more). Every activity logged adds miles to participants total, helping them progress through the 969-mile virtual challenge course. Throughout the challenge, participants will make virtual stops at 11 public libraries in Oregon, learning more about each librarys history, collections, unique services, and more. The libraries on this year's inaugural route, in the order they will be "visited" by participants, are: the State Library of Oregon, Salem Public Library, Molalla Public Library, Garden Home Community Library, Washington County Law Library, Athena Public Library, Baker County Library District, Crook County Library, Sweet Home Public Library, Coos Bay Public Library, and Curry Public Library.
While learning more about libraries throughout the state and staying active and healthy, participants will also be supporting PLDs ongoing efforts to support public library employees throughout Oregon. Funds collected from the $20 entry fee will be used to support PLDs ongoing training and continuing education efforts throughout 2023.
All participants will be eligible to purchase an exclusive and stylish Expedition Happy commemorative t-shirt https://www.bonfire.com/expedition-happy-2023.
Participation is easy; after signing up, participants simply log different wellness or health activities (including walking, running, swimming, biking, and more). Every activity logged adds miles to participants total, helping them progress through the 969-mile virtual challenge course. Throughout the challenge, participants will make virtual stops at 11 public libraries in Oregon, learning more about each librarys history, collections, unique services, and more. The libraries on this year's inaugural route, in the order they will be "visited" by participants, are: the State Library of Oregon, Salem Public Library, Molalla Public Library, Garden Home Community Library, Washington County Law Library, Athena Public Library, Baker County Library District, Crook County Library, Sweet Home Public Library, Coos Bay Public Library, and Curry Public Library.
While learning more about libraries throughout the state and staying active and healthy, participants will also be supporting PLDs ongoing efforts to support public library employees throughout Oregon. Funds collected from the $20 entry fee will be used to support PLDs ongoing training and continuing education efforts throughout 2023.
All participants will be eligible to purchase an exclusive and stylish Expedition Happy commemorative t-shirt https://www.bonfire.com/expedition-happy-2023.
Location
Anywhere, North Bend, 97459, OR, United States
Expedition Happy
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