Hoof-It For Heroes
- Date Sun 10th November 2024
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Honeoye Falls, New York
- Price $24.32
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Hoof-It For Heroes" event on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at EquiCenter in Honeoye Falls, Monroe. This meaningful occasion aims to raise awareness about the tragic statistic of 22 veteran and active military suicides occurring every day in the United States. Participants can walk or run 2.2 miles on the beautiful trails of EquiCenter, with check-in starting at 10 am and the event kicking off at 11:11 am, a poignant nod to the end of World War I.
Not only will you engage in a memorable in-person experience, but there's also the option to participate virtually over the following 22 days, completing 2.2 miles in any way you choose—whether walking, running, or riding. Share your journey by taking a photo and tagging EquiCenter on social media to help spread the word about this important cause. By taking part in "Hoof-It For Heroes," you support vital programs that provide veterans with a sense of peace and purpose, making a significant impact in our community. Come together to honor our heroes and raise awareness for this national tragedy!
Not only will you engage in a memorable in-person experience, but there's also the option to participate virtually over the following 22 days, completing 2.2 miles in any way you choose—whether walking, running, or riding. Share your journey by taking a photo and tagging EquiCenter on social media to help spread the word about this important cause. By taking part in "Hoof-It For Heroes," you support vital programs that provide veterans with a sense of peace and purpose, making a significant impact in our community. Come together to honor our heroes and raise awareness for this national tragedy!
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 (Dec. 2), 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 (Dec. 2), 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]
Races
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In-Person 2.2 Mile Challenge
Incl. $2.32 Fee
Sun 10th November 2024 (10:00AM EST)
$24.32
CLOSED -
Virtual 2.2 Mile Challenge
Incl. $2.32 Fee
$24.32
CLOSED
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