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April 13, 2009
Hope Starts Here Cycling Challenge set for Saturday, May 9
In recognition of Brain Tumor Awareness month, the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center will host its fourth annual Hope Starts Here Cycling Challenge on Saturday, May 9.
Proceeds from the event will support and promote awareness of the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center. The UMBTC is a collaborative effort between Marquette General Hospital and Northern Michigan University. Its mission is to empower patients and families dealing with brain tumors through advocacy, research, education and treatment.
There will be two rides and a walk this year, suitable for all ages and levels of ability. The long ride begins at 9 a.m. and is about 40 miles, and the short ride begins at 10:30 a.m. and is about five miles. The walk will take place through NMU’s campus, and leashed dogs are welcome. Registration is from 8 – 8:45 a.m. for the long ride and from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. for the short ride and walk.
The entry fee for pre-registering is $25 and includes the ride, walk, lunch, and a T-shirt. On-site registration in the main lobby at Marquette General Hospital the day of the event is $30. Lunch will be served by from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., following the bike ride.
Participants may opt to increase their contribution by collecting pledges as an individual or a team. The individual or team raising the most money will be honored with a plaque. All riders must wear a bicycle helmet. Cyclists under 18 must have a parent sign a release.
New this year will be a silent auction featuring two beach cruiser bicycles from Down Wind Sports.
Brochure/registration forms can be picked up at Down Wind Sports, Lakeshore Bike, Sports Rack, Ringside Fitness, Marquette YMCA and Marquette General Hospital’s information desks. The registration form can also be downloaded from www.hopestartshere.org.
For more information, please call Laurie at the Marquette General Neuroscience Center at (906) 225-3251 or 1-888-886-4644.
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