Hoof-It For Heroes
- Date Sun 10th November 2024 - Sun 24th November 2024
- Location Honeoye Falls, New York
- Price $24.32
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Hoof-It For Heroes" event taking place from Sunday, November 10 to Sunday, November 24, 2024, in the beautiful setting of Honeoye Falls, Monroe. This unique event is dedicated to raising awareness about the heartbreaking statistic of 22 veteran and active military suicides each day in the United States. Kick off the festivities on November 10 with an in-person walk or run of 2.2 miles on EquiCenter's stunning trails. Check-in starts at 10 am, followed by an uplifting opening ceremony featuring the Honeoye Falls American Legion and the Marine Corps, with the race commencing at 11:11 am—symbolically honoring the end of World War I.
For those who can't join in person, the virtual challenge runs from November 10 through November 26, allowing participants to complete 2.2 miles at their own pace, whether by walking, running, or even horseback riding. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage in physical activity while supporting vital veteran programs. Share your journey by posting photos and tagging EquiCenter, and help shine a light on this important cause. Let’s come together to honor our heroes and make a positive impact in our community!
For those who can't join in person, the virtual challenge runs from November 10 through November 26, allowing participants to complete 2.2 miles at their own pace, whether by walking, running, or even horseback riding. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage in physical activity while supporting vital veteran programs. Share your journey by posting photos and tagging EquiCenter, and help shine a light on this important cause. Let’s come together to honor our heroes and make a positive impact in our community!
Organiser's Description
EACH DAY, THERE ARE 22 VETERAN AND ACTIVE MILITARY SUICIDES IN THE UNITED STATES. TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THIS NATIONAL TRAGEDY, EQUICENTER INC. IS HOSTING HOOF-IT FOR HEROES.
IN-PERSON EVENT: Walk or run 2.2 miles on our beautiful trails at EquiCenter! Check-in begins at 10 am on Sunday, November 10 at EquiCenter. After check-in, we will have an opening ceremony led by the Honeoye Falls American Legion and the Marine Corps. The walk/run will begin at 11:11 am in remembrance of World War I coming to an end at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month. Complimentary post-event refreshments will be available. Humans only please, horses and dogs may take part virtually!
VIRTUAL CHALLENGE: Beginning on November 10, and continuing for the next 22 days (Nov. 26), EquiCenter invites you to complete 2.2 miles virtually to raise awareness for the 22 veterans and active military members who die by suicide each day. By running, walking, horseback riding - or any other means you choose to be active - you will raise awareness of this crisis and help support our Veteran programming. Make sure to take a photo of yourself doing your 2.2 miles! Post your pics and tag EquiCenter or send them to Sam at [email protected] to be featured on our social media platforms.
ABOUT EQUICENTER: EquiCenter is a non-profit facility fostering growth, wellness, and educational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities through the power of equestrian, horticultural, and outdoor experiences. EquiCenter offers a variety of FREE programs to help veterans find a sense of peace and purpose in our supportive environment. Programs include Mission Mustang, Cooking with Heroes, and a variety of therapeutic horticulture and farming activities. Your support of this challenge will allow us to continue to make a positive impact on the lives of Veterans in our community and raise awareness of this national tragedy. Learn more about our Veteran programs below!
MISSION MUSTANG [https://www.equicenterny.org/mission-mustang]
COOKING WITH HEROES [https://www.equicenterny.org/cooking-with-heroes]
THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE [https://www.equicenterny.org/horticulture]
IN-PERSON EVENT: Walk or run 2.2 miles on our beautiful trails at EquiCenter! Check-in begins at 10 am on Sunday, November 10 at EquiCenter. After check-in, we will have an opening ceremony led by the Honeoye Falls American Legion and the Marine Corps. The walk/run will begin at 11:11 am in remembrance of World War I coming to an end at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month. Complimentary post-event refreshments will be available. Humans only please, horses and dogs may take part virtually!
VIRTUAL CHALLENGE: Beginning on November 10, and continuing for the next 22 days (Nov. 26), EquiCenter invites you to complete 2.2 miles virtually to raise awareness for the 22 veterans and active military members who die by suicide each day. By running, walking, horseback riding - or any other means you choose to be active - you will raise awareness of this crisis and help support our Veteran programming. Make sure to take a photo of yourself doing your 2.2 miles! Post your pics and tag EquiCenter or send them to Sam at [email protected] to be featured on our social media platforms.
ABOUT EQUICENTER: EquiCenter is a non-profit facility fostering growth, wellness, and educational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities through the power of equestrian, horticultural, and outdoor experiences. EquiCenter offers a variety of FREE programs to help veterans find a sense of peace and purpose in our supportive environment. Programs include Mission Mustang, Cooking with Heroes, and a variety of therapeutic horticulture and farming activities. Your support of this challenge will allow us to continue to make a positive impact on the lives of Veterans in our community and raise awareness of this national tragedy. Learn more about our Veteran programs below!
MISSION MUSTANG [https://www.equicenterny.org/mission-mustang]
COOKING WITH HEROES [https://www.equicenterny.org/cooking-with-heroes]
THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE [https://www.equicenterny.org/horticulture]
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