| April
13, 2006
“Hope
Starts Here Cycling Challenge” set for Saturday, May 13
In recognition
of Brain Tumor Awareness Week, the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor
Center will host the “Hope Starts Here Cycling Challenge”
on Saturday, May 13. The rides will begin and end at Marquette
General Hospital near the canopy entrance.
Proceeds from the event will support and promote awareness of
the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center (UMBTC). 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 tumor through advocacy, research, education
and treatment.
The long ride beginning at 9 am is approximately 35 miles and
will take participants out County Road 553 through Sawyer and
back. The short ride beginning at 10:30 am is approximately 5
miles and will meander through Marquette and parallel the Lake
Superior shoreline.
Lunch will be served following the bike ride. David M. Bailey,
inspirational singer/songwriter and brain tumor survivor will
perform a concert following the lunch.
The entry fee is $25 and includes the ride, lunch, a T-shirt and
the concert. On-site registration in the main lobby at Marquette
General Hospital the day of the event is $30. 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.
Anyone wishing to attend the 1 pm concert in the MGH Conference
Center without participating in the ride may do so. There is no
cost to attend the concert but donations will be accepted.
Pick up a brochure/registration form at Down Wind Sports, Lakeshore
Bike, Quick Stop Bike Stop, SportsRack, and Marquette General’s
Skywalk information desk. On line registration can be completed
at www.active.com. The form can also be downloaded from www.hopestartshere.org
For more information, please call Laurie at the Upper
Michigan Neuroscience Center at
906-225-4597 or 1-888-886-4644.
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